認識插畫家松本Seiji與他的代表作:老鼠安迪| Meet Seiji Matsumoto and His Beloved Character: Andy the Mouse 

你是否有看過「老鼠安迪」這個角色呢?有著一雙圓圓眼,以簡單明瞭的線條勾勒出的人氣角色「老鼠安迪」是由插畫家松本Seiji(松本セイジ)所創作的原創角色,讓我們一起來認識插畫家松本Seiji和他可愛的「老鼠安迪」吧!

Have you seen the character “Andy the Mouse”? With its round eyes and simple, clean lines, this popular character “Andy the Mouse” is an original creation by illustrator Seiji Matsumoto (松本セイジ). Let’s get to know illustrator Seiji Matsumoto and his adorable “Andy the Mouse” together!

「老鼠安迪」/“Andy The Mouse“

1986年生於大阪的松本Seiji,自大阪藝大畢業後先以設計師身份起步,經東京磨練後赴紐約轉型藝術家。2017年首度個展推出「老鼠安迪」一舉成名,作品巡展東京、紐約、米蘭等國際都市,更與NIKE、UNIQLO、紐約時報等頂尖品牌跨界合作,現居長野山麓工作室持續創作。

Born in Osaka in 1986, Seiji Matsumoto began his career as a designer after graduating from Osaka University of Arts. After honing his skills in Tokyo, he moved to New York to transition into an artist. His breakthrough came in 2017 when he debuted his iconic work “Andy the Mouse” at his first solo exhibition. His works have since been exhibited in global cities including Tokyo, New York, and Milan, and he has collaborated with top-tier brands such as NIKE, UNIQLO, and The New York Times. Currently, he continues his creative practice from his studio nestled in the foothills of Nagano.

松本Seiji的instagram icon/ Seiji Matsumoto’s instagram icon

而他的代表作之一,正是風靡全球的可愛角色——「老鼠安迪」。老鼠安迪是一隻貪吃又逗趣的圓眼睛無尾老鼠,最喜歡的食物是起司!無論是抱著一大塊起司,還是卡在起司裡的滑稽模樣,都讓人忍不住會心一笑。

Among his most iconic creations is the globally beloved character – “Andy the Mouse.” Andy is an adorably gluttonous and playful tailless mouse with big, round eyes, whose absolute favorite food is cheese! Whether he’s hugging an oversized cheese wedge or getting comically stuck inside one, his antics never fail to bring smiles to viewers’ faces.

老鼠安迪卡在起司裡/Andy The Mouse being stucked in a cheese

除了「老鼠安迪」,松本Seiji也活躍於廣告插畫、平面設計等領域。他的作品線條簡潔卻充滿情感,色彩明亮,擅長捕捉日常生活中的溫馨瞬間,融合了日本傳統藝術與現代設計的美學。

Beyond “Andy the Mouse,” Seiji Matsumoto is also highly active in commercial illustration and graphic design. His works feature clean yet emotionally expressive lines and vibrant colors, masterfully capturing heartwarming moments from everyday life. His unique style beautifully blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary design sensibilities.

阪神虎/Hanshin Tigers
嘎恰乒和姆克/Gachapin・Mukku

安迪的受歡迎程度催生了各式周邊,包括:絨毛玩偶、吊飾和扭蛋公仔等等,甚至在特色小店雲集的東京代官山還有專屬的咖啡廳「ANDY COFFEE」,提供安迪主題飲品、甜點及限定商品。

Andy’s popularity has spawned a variety of merchandise, including plush toys, keychains, and gacha figures. There’s even a dedicated café, “ANDY COFFEE”,  in Tokyo’s trendy Daikanyama district, serving Andy-themed drinks, desserts, and exclusive goods.

安迪咖啡廳/Andy Coffee

More about Seiji Matsumoto:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seijimatsumoto_artsutm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Official website: https://seijimatsumoto.com

Photo courtest to the artist Seiji Matsumoto

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