SUZU “The most unknown illustrator in the world “
Born in 1975 in the quiet town of Yoichi, Hokkaido, Japan, Suzu cross the ocean to Brazil at just 10 months old, eventually settling in São Paulo.
It was there that he grew up and lived until the age of 19, when he decided to return to his birthplace in Japan.
Since childhood, Suzu has been drawn to art, developing a unique style influenced by a variety of sources: from Brazilian and American comics to Japanese manga and anime, he has absorbed the cultures he encountered along the way.
Today, Suzu lives in Hokkaido and is passionate about nonsense art and surrealism.
One of his greatest inspirations is René Magritte, and he also deeply admires the works of Paul Klee and Kandinsky.
Among contemporary artists, Suzu finds inspiration in the works of Philippe Weisberg, Keiichi Tanaami, Taiga Tateishi, Mizumaru Anzai, Unpis, and Peko Asano.
As a self-taught artist, Suzu studied graphic design and illustration in Japan. After years of searching for a unique style, he proudly dubbed himself “the most unknown illustrator in the world.”
His illustrations are marked by simplicity and minimalism, always created with heart, as he expresses his emotions with passion and dedication.
Suzu’s creative process is quite unique: he spends hours at the library in his hometown, jotting down ideas and drafting sketches in his notebook before bringing his concepts to life on paper.
His everyday life is filled with curious and strange imaginings, and he often finds himself smiling alone in the street — an eccentric touch that’s part of his charm.
Beyond illustration, Suzu is a nature enthusiast, spending his free time running through the forests and mountains of Hokkaido, where he finds inspiration and balance. He also loves horror films, which influence his art as he transforms eerie, unsettling scenes into humorous and even cute drawings.
One of his ultimate goals?
To become “the most unknown illustrator in the world and the most famous of all time” — if that even makes sense!
Follow Suzu on this curious journey through the world of illustration and discover a visual universe where nonsense, humor, and surrealism come together!
