8 Local Artists you should be throwing your money at
The artist alley is something that definitely cannot be missed once you step foot into ACG events such as animangaki, and comic fiesta. These booths are a way for independent artists to make and earn money by producing merchandise and prints for people to appreciate and own a part of the artist's work themselves. As Malaysians, we should definitely be supportive of local artists (#sapotlokal), especially when there’s so many talent to go around, so here’s a list of 8 artists you should spend your money on:
@dorito_meatbag
If you’re like me and are a huge fan of the popular anime series Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, then you’ll definitely want to checkout Instagram user @dorito_meatbag. This artist is very well known in the Jojo fandom and has around 43.9k followers. With that many supporters, this local fanartist has been producing merchandise that will surely steal your hearts from their collection of adorable pillow covers to their beautifully made posters!
@yichuin
Do you like cute anime characters? Do you wish to have a variety of cute collectibles? Well look no further because local fanartist @yichuin is happy to provide you with what you want! This fanartist is very active and fast when it comes to producing merchandise and covers from more than just a single fandom. They practically have hundreds of items available for sale and can always be found at ACG events. @yichuin provides merchandise ranging from cute bean plushies to the most adorable stamps! But be careful, you’re surely bound to spend most of your money on these adorable things once you step foot by her booth! Her collection is also available online at https://chuinny.storenvy.com
@prawnm33
Local artist @prawnm33 is well known globally on social media platforms for their breathtaking drawings of fictional characters. This user has around 242k followers on instagram alone, and with that many following, how can they not be compelled to produce merchandise with that many demands for their works? This artist provides posters from various sizes, as big as A1 to small A5 prints. They also carry badges and pouches and these items can be bought online at https://prawnm33.ecwid.com/
@sugarmiki_
If you’ve been to any ACG events, then you’ll surely know local fanartist @sugarmiki_ because their cute creations are really hard to miss! Iconically known for their Demon Slayer charm that can be opened, this user is very well known for their adorable merchandise that will surely steal your hearts (and your money!)
@umairih
This young talented fanartist has been serving the ACG fandom as young as 15 years old! With the amount of dedication she has put out, she was able to collaborate with companies such as Jill Punk Studio, A Taiwanese apparel company, to design her own line of hoodies.
@nad_nut
If you grew up with pokemon, then you’ll sure won’t want to miss this fan artist’s collection! @nad_nut has her own unique style when it comes to illustrating which acts as an extra benefit if you’re looking for a different style of merchandise. This user has a variety of options from artzines, artbooks, comics, to paper folders.
7) @mangdreams
If you’re a fan of the popular kpop group BTS, then you’ll want to check out the user @mangdreams. Their rendition of the handsome members makes them more irresistible when they’re depicted in a much cuter sense! How could I say no to Kim Namjoon when his eyes are that cute!?
8) @pottetto
Now, this local fanartist took the whole idea of fan art to a whole new level! Of course fanart itself will get the audience's attention but what happens when you merge TWO different fandoms together? That’s right! This user has taken the further step by merging both Animal crossing, a popular nintendo game, with Stranger Things, a popular Sci-fi TV series to create the most adorable set of stickers! Who would’ve thought of that?
Honorable Mention: @kokonutbanana
This user (Me) is still new in the merchandise production industry, however, with the quality of art they're putting out, they’ll surely be able to catch people’s attention! As for now, this local fanartist hasn’t opened their own store yet (As the initial plan was to open one last year but of course, the pandemic happened.) Be sure to look out for their merchandise once it’s out or you’ll miss out!
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