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Mangas with great art (and why)

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byAletheio
Jan 19 2025, 6:12 AM | Updated Jan 22, 10:57 AM
It is important to highlight that art is not limited to just creating beautiful illustrations. Visual impact, visual identity, layout, comic book formatting, media format utilization, visual exploration, semantic value in art, design, visual symbolism, etc., also contribute to creating beautiful art.

No particular order.
Houseki no Kuni
Manga, 13 vol, 2012 Me:- Author:10
The art makes great use of negative space, creating illustrations with a unique style, using contrast and light effectively. The art is full of symbolism and allegories. A unique visual identity!
Kokou no Hito
Manga, 17 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:10
The art is extremely impactful and conveys the feeling of loneliness very well, along with the visual allegories that explore the protagonist's psychological complexity. The illustrations are beautiful!
The Ravages of Time
Manhua, ? vol, 2001 Me:- Author:10
In addition to the stunning illustrations, the visual impact and composition of the various pages are extremely well executed. For those who are particular about historical accuracy, the military uniforms of the characters are historically accurate, showcasing the illustrators' attention to detail in the art.
Bakemonogatari
Manga, 22 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:10
Extremely creative art for unique and experimental compositions. The line work itself is very beautiful and is full of unique allegories that make great use of the media format. Different, experimental, unique, and effective.
Sayonara Eri
Manga, 1 vol, 2022 Me:- Author:9
The way Fujimoto took a more "cinematic" approach and conceived this in the manga format is incredible. Extremely immersive, experimental, and unique. It feels more like watching a recording rather than reading a manga.
Usogui
Manga, 49 vol, 2006 Me:- Author:10
The visual exploration is vast, with many visual allegories and symbolisms. The illustrations are jaw-dropping, especially in Air Poker and STL. It’s evident how the author has evolved over time. Even though the focus isn’t on fights, when they occur, they are extremely well-composed and unique, showing that, even in mind games and gambling, the author knows how to create action. It's also worth noting how the author understands the effect gravity has on the characters' clothing, creating extremely realistic folds, as well as the hair, especially the protagonist's, which is very well drawn. In Air Poker, the author has control over how water distorts vision, resulting in an amazing illustration showing the view from underwater.
Kami no Kodomo
Manga, 1 vol, 2009 Me:- Author:8
The art may seem "ugly and childish," but it's clearly intentional to make things even more macabre. The way the art is odd blends perfectly with the disturbing bizarreness the work aims to convey. Warning: The work is extremely disturbing.
Vagabond
Manga, 37 vol, 1998 Me:- Author:10
The way sensations are conveyed in the work is truly exceptionally well done. Inoue's line work is extremely beautiful and realistic, and the way he conveys movement dynamically while still keeping the art "light and calm" is very effective. The backgrounds are also beautiful, by the way. Great Atmosphere.
Chihayafuru
Manga, 50 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:9
The use and blending of thick and thin lines is very well done. Great comic book formatting and composition, along with a beautiful line style creating stunning illustrations. It's worth mentioning that the perspective in several panels is excellent.
One Punch-Man
Manga, ? vol, 2012 Me:- Author:4
The visual dynamism is impeccable. The sequence is so well done that it feels like animation. Great character design and compositions, and Murata's line work is gorgeous as f—... Better not use bad language.
Dementia 21
Manga, 7 vol, 2011 Me:- Author:9
Shintaro Kago always manages to add absurdity to his art, creating strange and crazy pieces, yet very artistic. The art is highly conceptual and full of allegories, as well as being bizarre, staying true to Kago's eroguro style. Unique, experimental and eccentric compositions. Warning: The work is eroguro (a mix of erotica with gore/violence).
Homunculus
Manga, 15 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:10
The art explores the protagonist's psychology extremely well. A unique and consistent line style. Good symbolism, and the art conveys impactful and disturbing moments very effectively.
Oyasumi Punpun
Manga, 13 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:9
Great symbolism and reinvention of the art itself. Very good and experimental illustrations. The design complements the semantic value to convey the text very well. Extremely well-executed visual allegories.
Batuque
Manga, 18 vol, 2018 Me:- Author:10
Extremely stunning detailed illustration. The composition of both the image and the action are great. The impactful scenes are very powerful in the art. Extremely well-choreographed fights that convey the essence of capoeira.
Boku no Hero Academia
Manga, 42 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:2
The style, heavily inspired by American comics, was well adapted to the manga style. Iconic and well-made character designs. Very good image compositions.
Hellsing
Manga, 10 vol, 1997 Me:- Author:4
Good aesthetic in the art due to the effective use of black and white. Great character designs and visual symbolism.
Gantz
Manga, 37 vol, 2000 Me:- Author:4
The extremely raw and brutal portrayal, without any filter or dramatization in the art, makes the gore incredibly impactful. Good use of shadows and great illustrations. The dry gore enhances the impact of certain panels. It effectively conveys the scale of the situations through the art.
Kingdom
Manga, ? vol, 2006 Me:- Author:9
Great for those who enjoy exaggerated action within a realistic context. Extremely immersive, it makes you feel like you're truly in a Chinese war, even though it's not historically that accurate lol. Extremely detailed art.
Cardcaptor Sakura
Manga, 12 vol, 1996 Me:- Author:10
They did a great job with a childish style that doesn't scare away an older audience. Amazing layout and well-done line work. The illustrations are beautiful without needing extreme detailing. It manages to be cute in its own way without feeling forced or exaggerated; it's very natural thanks to the art.
JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 7: Steel Ball Run
Manga, 24 vol, 2004 Me:- Author:8
Magnificent page compositions and action sequences thanks to excellent layout. Various visual symbols and a unique art style that exudes eccentricity.
Solo Leveling
Manhwa, ? vol, 2018 Me:- Author:3
The action compositions are great, making good use of the infinite scroll format to maintain a smooth flow of action. The line work may seem generic, but the good use of colors adds charm and identity.
Billy Bat
Manga, 20 vol, 2008 Me:- Author:9
Urasawa's unique line work applied to excellent layout and use of the media format. Great illustrations, especially of backgrounds in impactful scenes. Immersive.
Delusion
Manhwa, 3 vol, 2019 Me:- Author:10
A manhwa that uses extremely beautiful art, where each panel looks like a stunning painting, allowing the story and the art to function as one, especially since it's a story about art. Every artistic choice creates a unique and immersive visual experience.
xxxHOLiC
Manga, 19 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:9
A unique and standout design thanks to Clamp's beautiful line work. Great image compositions along with layout choices, resulting in unique image layouts. Beautiful visual allegories. Even with a lot of information on the screen, the pages are strangely very pleasant to the eyes.
Akagi: Yami ni Oritatta Tensai
Manga, 36 vol, 1991 Me:- Author:10
It has an aesthetic that may seem strange at first, but once you get used to it, it becomes beautiful. Great visual exploration thanks to various allegories that align with the text of the work. Fukumoto's line work is unique, resulting in beautiful designs.
Bastard!! Ankoku no Hakaishin
Manga, 27 vol, 1987 Me:- Author:10
Spectacular layout and great design choices. The art does an excellent job of conveying what every manga wants to be: cool and goes hard. Great illustrations and many iconic pages for those who read it. Unique and stylish composition.
Kichikujima
Manga, 24 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:3
It has an extremely grotesque and uncomfortable art style (which fits the manga due to its premise). Good layout and very impactful art.
Berserk
Manga, ? vol, 1989 Me:- Author:9
An extremely detailed art style with excellent line work. Great composition of images, creating numerous unique panels. Beautiful design full of symbolism and visual allegories
Shoujo Tsubaki
Manga, 1 vol, 1984 Me:- Author:9
Extremely bizarre art due to the eroguro. It makes good use of oddities to create uncomfortable and disturbing scenes. A line style with identity and great compositions, using experimental art at times. Warning: Eroguro.
Vinland Saga
Manga, ? vol, 2005 Me:- Author:9
For those who appreciate historical accuracy in art, it's a feast. Great character design and good dynamism in the fight scenes. The author's attention to detail in things like wear on the swords is amazing.
The Horizon
Manhwa, 3 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
The use of color is perfect in aligning with what the story conveys. The art creates an extremely smooth reading experience, knowing exactly where and when to place the speech bubbles. Highly immersive, and the change in artistic style is beautifully used to blend with the story.
Tokyo Ghoul
Manga, 14 vol, 2011 Me:- Author:6
The art makes great use of allegories to explore the protagonist's psychology. The line work is well done and has identity, creating several impactful and iconic pages.
Takemitsuzamurai
Manga, 8 vol, 2006 Me:- Author:9
It makes excellent use of black and white, creating a unique art style. The comic layout and page composition create a unique dynamic reading experience while still delivering impactful pages. Great visual allegories.
Soul Eater
Manga, 25 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:8
So much style! A unique line work that creates unique and incredible character designs. Great image composition and layout. Smooth yet well-done reading experience. The backgrounds are absolutely beautiful, not just for the illustration, but because they feel alive and artistically unique.
Sunny
Manga, 6 vol, 2010 Me:- Author:9
Original and unique line work. Beautiful image compositions. Great visual dynamism. Excellent allegories.
Chainsaw Man
Manga, ? vol, 2018 Me:- Author:8
The line work fits perfectly to convey the two sides of the work: the melancholy and the comedy. Often, the work uses panels to create incredible sensations, bringing a unique but well-done immersion. Great layout and art composition.
Blue Giant
Manga, 10 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:7
Great work with perspectives, being very original and effectively conveying the sensations. Even without sound, several pages manage to transmit the intensity of the music, almost as if you could hear a bit of it, thanks to the excellent work of the artists behind it.
Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction
Manga, 12 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:7
Extremely beautiful backgrounds that perfectly convey the necessary urban feel. Great character designs, which, even though they are "cute girls," manage to make them serious characters in the story. Beautiful design choices also for the representation of fantastical locations and supernatural beings.
Chi no Wadachi
Manga, 17 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:8
The surrealism in the art is extremely well done. It's incredible how the atmosphere is deeply macabre without resorting to cheap elements like jumpscares. It manages to be incredibly agonizing, effectively conveying the emotional and psychological state of the characters.
Uzumaki
Manga, 3 vol, 1998 Me:- Author:5
The story is about Uzumaki (spirals), and if there's one thing the author did well, it's filling the art with spirals without overdoing it. He used the spirals very effectively to create great visual horror, resulting in many bizarre and macabre pages. Excellent atmosphere building thanks to the subtle discomfort created by the spirals in the backgrounds.
Shinseiki Evangelion
Manga, 14 vol, 1994 Me:- Author:10
Great layout and image composition. There are many visual allegories thanks to a good exploration of the art itself. The reading flow, thanks to the excellent panel placement, is very well done.
Shigurui
Manga, 15 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:8
The action is extremely well composed, especially for those who enjoy a bit of exaggeration. Many details in the clothing and swords show great attention to detail in the fight scenes. Great page composition. It's a treat for those who enjoy dry gore and visceral violence.
Mugen no Juunin
Manga, 30 vol, 1993 Me:- Author:9
Great action brought by beautiful composition and line work. The reading flow, thanks to the well-done layout, is excellent. One of the best designs.
Dogs: Bullets & Carnage
Manga, 10 vol, 2005 Me:- Author:9
Extremely stylish and unique aesthetic. Several pages are very iconic and cool as fu-... Great line work and design. Spectacular action.
Paradise Kiss
Manga, 5 vol, 1999 Me:- Author:9
Great contrast thanks to the good use of negative space. Very good layout and unique composition of illustrations. Beautiful line work creating great character designs.
Sabishisugite Lesbian Fuuzoku ni Ikimashita Report
Manga, 1 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
A unique artistic style thanks to a line work that is simple but fits very well with the story and has its own identity. There's also a good use of pink colors, making the images quite pleasant while still exploring the psychology of the protagonist.
Fraction
Manga, 1 vol, 2009 Me:- Author:9
Shintaro Kago's absurd artistic shots are great. There's a good use of violence that blends comedy, oddity, and a certain eroticism to create a unique aura. Extremely unique compositions with a lot of identity. Many impactful pages, along with an extremely strange yet good atmosphere.
Tenkaichi: Nihon Saikyou Bugeisha Ketteisen
Manga, ? vol, 2021 Me:- Author:8
Great action, extremely well composed and dynamic. Excellent line work and use of black and white. The designs are incredible... Koutorou (my wife) is one hell of a stunning woman... Really incredible designs.
Shin Angyo Onshi
Manga, 17 vol, 2001 Me:- Author:10
Extremely original compositions making great use of contrasts and shadows. Many great allegories and excellent designs. Beautiful double pages and great layout for action.
Totsukuni no Shoujo
Manga, 11 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:9
Excellent use of black and white to convey symbolism in the story. The allegories are fantastic, and the line work is unique and beautiful. The necessary atmosphere is created through stunning drawings that required demanding artistic choices in the backgrounds, along with very clever character design choices.

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