Rebel of the Rising Sun

He started his activity as artist by creating punk rock flyers, and he still continues making art for album covers, skateboards and clothing as well as more personal illustration and painting works. He skillfully and beautifully portrays opposing elements including delicate line and unique lettering style, skull and flower, black and white, yin and yang in a picture. He has done his solo show and participated a lot of group shows in overseas. His artwork has been developed in monochrome tone, only with a minimum tool and it has been giving more complexity in recent years. Rich Montanari Jr., also known as LASH (Last Dying Wish), is an American artist renowned for his contributions to the designer toy scene, particularly in the realm of sofubi (Japanese soft vinyl) figures. As the founder and operator of Mutant Vinyl Hardcore (MVH), Montanari serves as the lead sculptor, painter, and package designer for the company. His creations are deeply influenced by horror, monster, sci-fi, and fantasy cultures, which he reinterprets through his unique artistic vision.  Montanari’s work is characterized by intricate designs and meticulous attention to detail, often resulting in limited-edition figures that are highly sought after by collectors. His studio, Death’s Vault, located in New Haven, Connecticut, serves as both a workspace and gallery, showcasing his creations and collaborations.