Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card captures Dratini gliding gracefully through the water, its smooth, serpentine body reflecting the soft hues of a sunset. The tranquil scene evokes a sense of calm, as the gentle waves ripple around this elusive Pokémon. Dratini's large, expressive eyes seem to convey curiosity and wonder about its surroundings. This moment feels like a serene glimpse into the life of a creature that thrives in the depths of the ocean.”
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