bl manga with great art
Manga
obviously art is subjective, but these bls have art styles that i think are really pretty! i'm putting one work per mangaka, but obviously if you like their style, you should also check out their other works!
for mangakas where i like their style as a whole, i'll describe their general style and recommend other works, for individual mangas i like the art for, i'll just comment on the manga :)
for mangakas where i like their style as a whole, i'll describe their general style and recommend other works, for individual mangas i like the art for, i'll just comment on the manga :)
Hoshi wo Tsukamaeru
Grab the Stars

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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uno yukiaki: immaculate 80s 90s artystyle!
other works: hakumei ni michiru
other works: hakumei ni michiru
Gesshoku Kitan
Total Eclipse of the Eternal Heart

Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:7
syundei: has the vibe of classic 90s manga
other works: ganbare! nakamura-kun!!
other works: ganbare! nakamura-kun!!

Manga, 10 vol, 2015
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Author:8
natsume isaku: does the mid 2000s style really well!
other works: tight rope, ameiro paradox
other works: tight rope, ameiro paradox

Manga, 9 vol, 2013
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Author:8
kizu natsuki: really good at capturing emotions
other works: links
other works: links
Kimi no Kao ga Suki da
Lovin' Your Face

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:7
kingyobachi deme: really pretty characters!!!
other works: chiba kyoukan wa nabikanai
other works: chiba kyoukan wa nabikanai

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:8
the backgrounds and atmosphere here is particularly good

Manga, 1 vol, 2021
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Author:8
so so so beautiful! the atmosphere, the expressions, everything!
Cupid ni Rakurai
Cupid Is Struck by Lightning

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:8
suzumaru minta: one of my favs! not only for the art, but also the writing! love their character designs and expressions.
other works: golden sparkle, etc.
other works: golden sparkle, etc.
Tensei Idol to Dol-Ota no Kishi
Reincarnation Idol & Idol Freak Knight

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:7
sakumoto ayu: super cute art style and character design.
other works: ote wo haishaku
other works: ote wo haishaku

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:9
ooshima kamome: beautiful characters and beautiful expressions. does a lot of different, interesting settings in their work.
other works: contradict
other works: contradict
Kazoku ni Narou yo
Let's Be a Family!!

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
kurahasi tomo: their art style can only be described as fluffy and dreamy. it fits really well with the often cute and wholesome narratives they write!
other works: sick
other works: sick

Manga, 8 vol, 2014
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Author:7
shigeyoshi takagi (ogawa chise): distintictive art style that suits their often darker stories, another case of simple yet effective!
other works: gosan no heart
other works: gosan no heart

Manga, 6 vol, 2013
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Author:7
takarai rihito: super pretty and simple style that always feels a little melancholic and manages to really convey the character's emotions!
other works: seven days, hana nomi zo shiru
other works: seven days, hana nomi zo shiru
Ore to Joushi no Kakushigoto
The Secret of Me and My Boss

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:8
kashima chiaki: cute and sketchy, definitely makes every stroke count! it's quite simple yet really effective at conveying things.
other works: hana to usagi
other works: hana to usagi

Manga, 1 vol, 2015
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Author:8
natsume kazuki: their simple and rough style is the perfect vehicle to tell the dark, tragic stories they write
other works: by my side, i hate
other works: by my side, i hate

Manga, 1 vol, 2013
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Author:8
loved the character designs and expressions in this so so much!
Restart wa Tadaima no Ato de
Restart After Coming Back Home

Manga, 1 vol, 2016
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Author:9
everything about this manga is already great, but the beautiful art is just the cherry on top!
Harukaze no Étranger
Seaside Stranger: Harukaze no Etranger

Manga, ? vol, 2014
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i love this art style so so much! the environment and atmosphre in this manga (and its sequel) is top notch. kinda sad that the mangaka (kanna kii) hasn't made a lot more stuff :(
Lonely to Organdy
Lonely and Organdy

Manga, ? vol, 2016
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Author:9
ogeretsu tanaka: has a very particular way of drawing characters, always enjoy their character designs, expressions, and environment!
other works: yarichin bitch-bu, neon sign amber, etc.
other works: yarichin bitch-bu, neon sign amber, etc.
Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu
The Summer Hikaru Died

Manga, ? vol, 2021
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Author:8
this manga does everything so well, but especially love the horror aspects of the art, it always looks so intricate and genuinely scary

Manga, 1 vol, 2017
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Author:9
a beautiful manga all around, beautiful characters, beautiful story, beautiful art, and one of my favorite manga covers ever!
Kouguu no Omega
Palace of the Omega

Manga, 2 vol, 2021
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Author:7
fumi tsuyuhisa: their art has an ethereal, doll-like vibe to it, especially in this manga!
other works: ugetsudou antique
other works: ugetsudou antique

Manga, 2 vol, 2020
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Author:7
yoshi: beautiful characters and equally beautiful expressions!
other works: lie cry like, etc.
other works: lie cry like, etc.

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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Author:7
machi suehiro: someone who i just discovered recently, but really like the clean art style they have!
other works: kore de saigo no koi ni shitai
other works: kore de saigo no koi ni shitai
Sayonara no Moment
A Moment of Farewell

Manga, 1 vol, 2022
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Author:8
nakamichi nishima: simple, clean style, but manages to be super impactful regardless!
other works: kimidori, ai ou futari
other works: kimidori, ai ou futari
Yoru to Asa no Uta
The Song of Yoru & Asa

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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harada: the master of fucked up characters and storyline. has a very pretty and unique art style that contrasts well with the stories they're telling.
other works: yatamomo, niichan, one room angel, etc.
other works: yatamomo, niichan, one room angel, etc.
Haruka Tooki Ie
A Home Far Away

Manga, 1 vol, 2020
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really unique and refreshing art style, the fact that the story is set in the US makes the character design stand out as well. the environments and religious imagery are super well drawn too!

Manga, 1 vol, 2014
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asada nemui: super unique art style, truly one of a kind. might not be for everyone, but i find something really charming about its simplicity and roughness
other works: sleeping dead, my little inferno
other works: sleeping dead, my little inferno
Doukyuusei
Classmates

Manga, 1 vol, 2006
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asumiko nakamura: super stylized and recognizable, also takes some getting used to but pretty nonetheless.
Tian Guan Cifu
Heaven Official's Blessing

Manhua, ? vol, 2019
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the art in this manhua is truly godly, not to mention the beautiful, ethereal colors and character designs.

Manhua, ? vol, 2018
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another manhua with really pretty art, colors, and character design.
Hitori de Yoru wa Koerarenai
I Can't Get Through the Night Alone

Manga, 1 vol, 2021
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Author:7
Matsumoto You: super handsome characters, good expressions!
Other works: Uraomote no Koiwazurai
Other works: Uraomote no Koiwazurai

Manga, ? vol, 2018
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great character expressions! and look at the beautiful cover omg
Osananajimi ja Gaman Dekinai
I Can't Stand Being Your Childhood Friend

Manga, ? vol, 2020
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Ore shika Shiranai Karada
I'm the Only One Who Knows Your Body

Manga, 1 vol, 2018
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Author:7
usui iroha: pretty characters and expressions! top tier nsfw scenes!
other works: under my skin
other works: under my skin

Manhwa, ? vol, 2021
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Author:8
jaxx: im not usually a big manhwa person but jaxx’s works >>> the art and framing of the panels are absolutely beautiful, it’s genuinely so breathtaking and cinematic at times, i feel like i can tell that they watched lots of good movies
other works: walk on water
and if you liked this: try reading wet sand by doyak, you might like it!
other works: walk on water
and if you liked this: try reading wet sand by doyak, you might like it!

Manga, 3 vol, 2017
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Author:7
this has lots of ero-guro, so be warned, but the art is sooo gorgeous! the expressions, worldbuilding, and creature designs are particularly impressive for me!

Manga, 2 vol, 2019
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Author:7
DTK: does cool, mature characters really well! the expressions and anatomy >>>>