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Narumi Sato

Transparent watercolor and unposed everyday moments

Lillipup by Narumi Sato
LillipupWhite Flare · 154
Eevee by Narumi Sato
EeveeTwilight Masquerade · 188
Snorunt by Narumi Sato
SnoruntParadox Rift · 188

Narumi Sato tries to catch Pokémon in the middle of their lives, rather than posing for the viewer. In her official conversation with AKIRA EGAWA, she describes inventing a daily routine for Glaceon before selecting one moment to paint. Transparent watercolor helps her layer color while keeping the image light and soft. A Pokémon’s gaze matters especially: it can suggest an experience continuing beyond the frame and leave space for the viewer’s imagination.

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Sources reviewed 2026-10-20. Profile by Binderpages.

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