5.2.16
I am forever grateful to my fellow Godzilla fans who liked and express their appreciation of my Godzilla toy photography. Yesterday, I received the highest honor I could imagine when Akihiko Iguchi used my latest photo of the X-Plus RMC MechaGodzilla and 30cm Titanosaurus as his Facebook cover photo. Iguchi-san designed both MechaGodzilla 1974) and Titanosaurus. To most it may not be a big deal but to me it’s the world. In response to my photo, he said, “Its my design.”
Akihiko Iguchi (井口昭彦, Real name: 高橋昭彦 Akihiko Takahashi, 6/29/43 – ) is a kaiju designer and art director for Toho and Tsuburaya Productions. You may not know his name but you have seen his work in Ultraman Returns, Ultraman A, Kaiman Rider ZO, Ultra Seven, and more.
I am honored that he would use my photo. Thank you, Iguchi-san! Your work is my favorite and filled my childhood with unforgettable memories. Godzilla vs MechaGodzilla (1974) and Terror of MechaGodzilla (1975) are my favorite movies. You made my childhood and my day. I want thank Michael of Vampire Robot for introducing me to Iguchi-san on Facebook.
Feature photo credit: Sidelong Glances of a Pigeon Kicker
