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The Making of “Farewell,” an illustration about Traditional Hmong Burial Clothes

Hello! Today’s post is a behind the scenes look at the making of a recent illustration I did for the Light Grey Art Lab’s “The End is Nigh” exhibition. My focus was on traditional Hmong burial clothes called “khaub ncaws laus,” which translates to elder/ancestral clothes. Since I did not had much knowledge of these traditional garments,Continue reading “The Making of “Farewell,” an illustration about Traditional Hmong Burial Clothes”

Light Grey Art Lab’s, “The End is Nigh” Exhibition + Halloween Mini Comic

Hello everyone! Hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! Just wanted to share that recently, I was accepted into Light Grey Art Lab’s, “The End is Nigh” group exhibition, an end of the year exhibition about finality featuring over 190+ creative artists! I created an illustration for the category, “Wearables / Ritual Garb / BurialContinue reading “Light Grey Art Lab’s, “The End is Nigh” Exhibition + Halloween Mini Comic”

Mini Shop Update – Hmong Paper Dolls

Hello! It’s been a while. Life has been kind of busy with kids going back to school and all that, but I just wanted to update everyone what I have been up to! Let’s talk online shop! I haven’t added anything new to my online shop in a while, so I wanted to announce thatContinue reading “Mini Shop Update – Hmong Paper Dolls”

“The Girl and The Tiger” Illustration Process

Hello! Recently I finished a new illustration piece and thought I’d share the drawing process! This illustration I’ve been meaning to bring to life for the longest time. I initially thought of the idea and sketched it out in a sketchbook. I’ve always told myself I’ll turn it into an illustration one day, but thatContinue reading ““The Girl and The Tiger” Illustration Process”

Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) starts TODAY!

Today is officially TCAF! TCAF is a comics festival celebrating a diverse range of comics. This year it will be virtual and will run May 8-May 15, 2021! This is my first time tabling at this event! As you can see below, TCAF offers a wide category of comics genre. You can browse the TCAFContinue reading “Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) starts TODAY!”

Toronto Comic Arts Festival (May 8-15)

Hello everyone! On Saturday, May 8th – Saturday, May 15th, I’ll be virtually tabling at Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) 2021! This will be my first time tabling at this comics event and my first international comic convention I’ll be a part of! You can learn more about the festival, exhibitors, and program schedules here:Continue reading “Toronto Comic Arts Festival (May 8-15)”

New Sticker in Shop!

Happy April! Did you know April is Hmong Heritage Month? Why not celebrate and show off your appreciation or love for the Hmong culture with a glittery Hmong Girl and Tiger sticker?! The idea for this sticker came about when I wanted to create something that was fearless, but also cute at the same time!Continue reading “New Sticker in Shop!”

“Tradition” Mini-Comic Available in my Shop!

Happy Monday! Just wanted to update you that Tradition my 16-page mini-comic published by Uncivilized Books is now AVAILABLE for purchase through my ONLINE STORE! Tradition is a 16-page story reflecting on the reality of keeping up with traditions in the world today. The story also touches on some Shamanist customs in the Hmong culture. IContinue reading ““Tradition” Mini-Comic Available in my Shop!”

“Tradition” Mini Comic

Hello! It’s been a minute! This will be my first post of 2021! Woohoo! I have some AWESOME news for you! Recently I created a 16-page mini comic published by Uncivilized Books called Tradition. Tradition is story about trying to maintain tradition in an ever-changing world. It touches on some Shamanistic customs in the HmongContinue reading ““Tradition” Mini Comic”

Hmong Artist SHOPS!

Hi everyone! With the holidays coming up, here is a list of Hmong Artist shops! If you would like to get some Hmong-inspired prints, stationary, personalized portraits, and more, please go through the list and check out from these artists! Adora VangCustom Portraits | Creative Printed GoodsShop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AdoraVangDesigns Alex Yang Art (Manchamoon)I sell: Art prints andContinue reading “Hmong Artist SHOPS!”