I am 8-bit returns with new show, new book

Game Informer got a look at some of the work being shown at the upcoming i am 8-bit 2.006 show being held at Gallery Nineteen Eighty-Eight (7020 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA) April 18th - May 19th.

In addition to getting a sneak peek at the upcoming coffee table book--featuring over 100 pieces from last year's show--they're showing off a handful of new work that will make its appearance at the upcoming show, including Dan Santat's beautiful Punch-Out inspired All Hail King Hippo (cropped image above).

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[Via 4cr]