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01/15/2026
From ABAKAN 2301 by Kallamity
Weingart Lieutenant Richard Mertzbow (aka “Mertz”) has been stuck on the mysterious Abakan Base in solitude for decades, while war raged on his home planet, Terra, between the ruling Weingart power, which put him on Abakan, and those rebelling against their oppressive rule. One day a young woman suddenly appears at his door, revealing secrets that threaten to unravel his already fragile state of mind.
ABAKAN 2301 picks up where 2011’s ABAKAN 2288, by renowned mecha artist Kallamity, left off. The sequel is an exciting exploration of mecha, narrated by the compelling, but strained voice of Mertz as he navigates a world he does not recognize, alongside Kallamity's, which shares his own complicated adventures in executing his mecha designs. Just as with the first installment, ABAKAN 2301 features Kallamity’s original story illustrations and images of his remarkable mech creations―the Kastor, the Watchel, and Briegel II, to name a few―in all their intricate and colorful glory, with detailed information about their builds, as well a section featuring prominent artists reimagining Kallamity’s remarkable designs.
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Artwork by Kallamity.
From Fryewerk 2.0 by John A. Frye
“Where can your imagination take you?” renowned artist and vehicle designer John A. Frye answers in wondrous illustrations traversing varied terrain and time periods. Awe-inspiring vehicles, aircraft, and spacecraft speed and soar off the pages, inspiring and challenging artists to write their own rulebooks when designing and envisioning transportation design like never before.
Let Fryewerk 2.0, Concept Vehicle Illustrations help you train yourself to more easily tap into that intense creative fuel source—uninhibited childlike curiosity—for more productive, passionate real-world project work and ongoing personal fulfillment.
Available on our website, Amazon, B&N, Target, and major book retailers.
07/26/2025
Our second signing today is none other than Iain McCaig, the legendary concept artist who helped bring icons like Darth Maul and Padmé Amidala to life! From Star Wars to Harry Potter, his imagination has shaped some of the most unforgettable worlds in film.
Visit us in BOOTH 1701 to pick up Iain’s fantastic sketchbook and get it signed!
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Design Studio Press is a Southern California–based publishing house with its fingers on the pulse of concept design. Founded over a decade ago by Scott Robertson, the press has stayed true to its mission to feature and partner directly with artists. With almost 100 titles and approximately 12 new ones released every year, Design Studio Press brings international attention to the field of concept art and educates future generations by publishing art and tutorials by world-renowned entertainment designers.
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