Artists

A-MAO

Born in Yonghe, New Taipei City, A-mao was trained in art education system since an early age then graduated from Taipei National University of the Arts. Drawing from profound personal perceptions, her works transform everyday emotions and bodily experiences into a light yet subtly layered visual language. Embracing a free and intuitive creative approach, A-mao resists imposing fixed frameworks, encouraging viewers to explore each work through her own sensitivities. At THEiCON, A-mao will present a new series themed around vertigo, using vibrant colors and flowing rhythms to evoke the delicate vibrations and infinite possibilities of the inner world.

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Aico Tsumori / 津守愛香

Known for her ceramic works featuring figures embracing stuffed animals, Aico’s new collection centers on the theme of 'TOY'—a reflection of her childhood memories, when plush dolls stood guard against the night. Seeing her daughter arrange toys the same way added a new layer of intimacy to her creations. Aico draws inspiration from her small personal world, previously influenced by ancient sculptures and Buddhist statues. Now, her imagery blends with the imaginative input from her daughter. With a background rooted in visual arts, she studied at a high school with an arts focus and continued to Kyoto for her university studies, where she began working in ceramics. She has kept creating ever since. A formative moment came when she witnessed Yoshitomo Nara working at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park—an experience that left a lasting impression on her creative journey.

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Ayako Takagi

This exhibition presents a series of ceramic and drawing works inspired by the idea that 'firing clay is the act of creating modern fossils.' Drawn to natural materials like earth, stone, and metal, the artist explores how time shapes objects—and whether art can outlast its maker by decades or even centuries. Born in Taito, Tokyo, and a graduate of Camberwell College of Arts in London, Ayako Takagi returned to Japan to found Studio Uamou. She is best known for her iconic character UAMOU—a pure-hearted alien boy from a distant planet who embarks on gentle adventures with his best friend Boo. Although he has no mouth, Uamou communicates via telepathy through his horn-like ears, creating stories of emotion and connection without relying on language. Takagi is also a passionate collector of antiques, especially Georgian and Victorian miniature objects from the UK and France. The delicacy and timelessness of these handcrafted pieces continue to inspire her aesthetic and her pursuit of enduring creative expression.

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Chen Wei Ting / 陳威廷

The exhibition centers on the theme of “The Road,” where characters appear caught between motion and pause—searching, wandering, or simply existing. These transitional bodies reflect Chen Wei Ting’s ongoing meditation on dualities: life and death, stillness and movement, clarity and uncertainty. Seemingly mundane, the images hold a subtle tension, inviting viewers to interpret rather than be instructed. With a background in both literature and visual art, Chen Wei Ting works across poetry, painting, and text-based installations. His practice explores the emotional and symbolic connection between people and objects, often starting from poetic language and developing through visual abstraction. Drawing influence from surrealist imagery and poetic cinema, he constructs a world suspended between narrative and silence—one that remains perpetually open and unfinished.

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Dehara Yukinori

From Kochi Japan, Dehara’s passion for sculpting began in childhood—much like bug catching or fishing, it came naturally. Centering his work around original characters, he expresses their essence through both sculpture and painting. These figures may not be based on specific models, yet they subtly reflect the spirit of society and time. For THEiCON, he presents a series of sculptures and paintings that dive deeper into some of his most representative characters. Inspired by the freedom of thought brought on by drinking and a candid fascination with the vulgar and absurd, his approach is also shaped by the philosophy of illustrator Teruhiko Yumura—valuing style over technical perfection.

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Foon Wong

Foon Wong is a Hong Kong-based creator known for combining comic-inspired illustration with street art influences. In THEiCON, he introduces his original character “Science Monster” as the central figure to explore two themes: Something’s Not Right, a reflection on the apathy and confusion of modern life; and Good Old Days, a nostalgic return to a pre-smartphone era. With bold lines and vibrant contrasts, his works blend humor and critique, inviting viewers to revisit childhood memories and question the subtle unease of everyday reality.

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Fulin

The work examines cultural constructions of cuteness through a deliberately twisted lens—infusing vulgarity, sentimentality, and ambiguity into a visual language that resists conventional appeal. With a taste for subversion, each image teeters between humor and discomfort, challenging the viewer’s assumptions of charm. Positioned between design logic and painterly instinct, the process draws heavily on internal monologue and passing absurdities. Grotesque cinema, fringe idol culture, and kitsch aesthetics feed into an ongoing interest in the tensions between taste and taboo. Technically precise yet conceptually unruly, the approach recalls influences such as Makoto Aida and Antonio Lopez Garcia.

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Haruka Yamakawa

Haruka’s practice began from an intimate engagement with the ordinary. During the lockdown period, weekly visits to the supermarket became a highlight of life—eventually transforming into a recurring motif. The imagery captures everyday objects with warmth and distance, revealing a quiet surrealism beneath familiar forms. With a background in graphic design and years of illustration work, the approach is visually structured yet emotionally light. Influences from Raymond Savignac and Mark Ryden are evident in the pop-surreal and graphical tendencies. Supermarkets, travel, books, and baking offer a steady stream of inspiration—bridging routine and imagination through quiet observation.

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Hidenori Oguri

Hidenori explores the idea that everyone treasures different things. Using original characters as vessels, it reflects memories, preferences, and values through imagery that invites quiet personal association rather than overt narrative. Raised in Saitama without formal art school training, the approach is shaped entirely through self-directed learning. Childhood experiences and imaginary worlds remain central sources of inspiration, with a strong desire to translate fictional beings into physical form. A deep visual influence comes from manga and anime culture—particularly the lasting impact of Dragon Ball, whose illustrations sparked early excitement. An ongoing passion for fashion informs the overall sense of style and visual composition found throughout the work.

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Hiroki Muraoka

Drawing from years immersed in skateboarding culture, Hiroki’s work blends raw street aesthetics with delicate linework to construct an imagined world centered on connection, social ties, and personal happiness. His work in THEiCON offers a glimpse into fleeting yet impactful emotional moments—whether from childhood memories, time outdoors, or the inspiration found in travel. What began as a lifelong habit of drawing evolved into illustration and design, eventually leading to exhibitions. Influenced by graffiti, skateboard graphics, and artists from Schiele to McFetridge, his practice channels a street-rooted, imaginative visual language.

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Huang Shiang / 黃湘

With a background in design and a childhood immersed in private art training, Huang Shiang’s work blends visual art and design fluently. For her, creating is a pressure-free, self-driven way to carve out mental space in a goal-oriented society. Inspiration often stems from personal curiosity, and the joy of creating remains her top priority. Her art frequently features motifs from nature, animals, and symbols, with strong influences from Miroco Machiko and Finnish brand Marimekko. A wide range of hobbies—from gardening and bird keeping to drumming games, music, travel, and mysticism—nurtures her creative energy. At the heart of it all is the belief that living well is the true origin of artistic expression.

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INSTINCTOY – Hiroto Ohkubo

Hiroto Ohkubo, based in Nagahama, Shiga, is known for transforming imagination into physical form through original characters and toy designs. He created exclusive pieces for THEiCON as event limited. While the works may appear playful and vibrant at first glance, they carry elements of dissonance and otherness—inviting the audience to rediscover their inner child through wonder and curiosity. Learning painting at age 10, Hiroto devoted twelve years to mastering drawing and color theory. Though he chose not to pursue further academic study at Tokyo University of the Arts, he founded INSTINCTOY in 2005 after three years of self-taught research into the toy industry. His inspirations include the unsettling beauty of everyday life, childhood memories, and dreams. He has served as a bridge between designer toys and contemporary art through collaborations with Takashi Murakami and other renowned artists. The tension between art and commerce remains a central theme in his ongoing creative practice.

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Jessica Ng

This series combines fashion language with surreal imagery, embedding symbolic elements like doors and windows to create a narrative of self-discovery. A playful use of color invites curiosity, while undercurrents of nostalgia, uncertainty, and transformation lend emotional depth. Raised in Sydney with a background in graphic and fashion design, visual practice was developed independently through years of self-teaching. Early exposure to picture books and anime nurtured a fascination with storytelling through images, later evolving into a hybrid approach of traditional and digital drawing. Inspiration is often drawn from dreams, memory fragments, and questions around perception, fantasy, and the magical. Themes are enriched by symbolic language and a poetic visual rhythm, with strong influences from James Jean and René Magritte. Outside of visual work, ongoing interests in sci-fi and fantasy literature, global television, fashion photography, and games continue to inform both the atmosphere and conceptual structure of each piece—adding unexpected angles to a growing personal mythology.

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Johnny Akihito Noda

Johnny Akihito Noda’s creative process begins with sketching recurring characters, gradually building imaginative worlds around them as if they were alive. His work aims to evoke positive emotions and playful curiosity. Born in Nagoya, Japan, he is a self-taught artist with no formal art education. At age 20, he was deeply moved by a painting of a monster in Los Angeles, which ignited his passion to create art infused with powerful energy. Influenced by Japanese and American comics, vintage mascots, and natural landscapes from his travels, his work draws from both nostalgia and fantasy. He is especially inspired by artists within the American lowbrow and pop surrealism movements. Outside of art, he enjoys watching movies—particularly science fiction and space-themed films—which often spark new creative directions in his practice.

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Kasing Lung

Kasing is a Children book illustrator and living in Belgium. He started to collaborate with How2work to publish Chinese Illustration story book and collectible figures series in 2011. The first Illustration book in Chinese version - “My Little Planet” was published in Taiwan in 2013. In 2014, he was invited by the Publisher - De Eenhoorn to collaborate with the renowned story book writer Brigitte Minne to publish the Children Illustration book “Lizzy Wil Danssen” in Belgium. The book was well received in the market and has been translated into different language versions distributed in European and Asian countries. Kasing believes in the existence of fairies and elves was first originated from the Nordic myths and legends, which has become a popular subject in European folklore and literature for centuries, also been regarded as one of the core European cultural values. With such belief and background, he created “the Monsters” series story in Chinese version named “THE PUCA STORY”, “PATO AND THE GIRL” and “MIRO’S REQUIEM” since 2015. The Vinyl figure series of “The Monsters” was firstly launched in 2015 by How2work, the adorable character “Labubu” has received overwhelming response from fans and over 400 different colors, styles and sizes of the Monsters vinyl figurines have been released. Since 2016, Kasing is more focusing on Painting and drawing works which he enjoys to express his favorite subject in art world. 龍家昇是一位住在比利時的兒童圖書插畫家。他從2011年開始與HOW2WORK合作，並出版中文插畫故事書和收藏公仔商品。他第一本中文插畫繪本《My Little Planet》在2013年於台灣出版。2014年，他被出版社De Eenhoorn邀請，與知名故事書作家Brigitte Minne合作，在比利時出版兒童插畫書《Lizzy Wil Danssen》，這本書在市場上獲得良好回響，並翻譯成不同語言版本於歐洲和亞洲國家發行。 家昇相信精靈和妖精的存在源於北歐神話和傳說，這在歐洲民間傳說和文學中成為一個熱門話題長達幾個世紀，也被視為歐洲核心文化價值之一。有了這樣的信念和背景，他從2015年開始創作了中文版名為《帕卡的故事》、《帕托和女孩》以及《米洛的安魂曲》的「The Monsters」系列故事。HOW2WORK在2015年首次推出了「The Monsters」搪膠公仔系列，可愛的「拉布布」角色獲得粉絲們的熱烈回響，並至今已發行了400多種不同顏色、款式和尺寸搪膠公仔。從2016年開始，家昇更專注於繪畫作品，在藝術世界中表達他喜愛的主題。

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Kenny Wong

Kenny’s practice bridges design, art, and narrative storytelling. Based in Hong Kong, he is best known for his iconic character Molly under the brand Kennyswork. For THEiCON, he takes inspiration from a spontaneous moment shared with his pet bird JipJip—combining the charm of world-famous paintings with his beloved characters in a playful yet personal tribute. With a background in advertising and illustration, Kenny eventually founded his own creative studio to pursue his own visual language. His works are often grounded in everyday observations, infused with wonder for nature, the cosmos, and the emotional intricacies of life. Through Molly and her companions, he continues to explore the sincere, humorous, and poetic moments that connect us all. 來自香港，自設品牌 Kennyswork的Kenny，以經典角色 Molly 為代表，活躍於藝術與設計領域多年。此次展出靈感源自與愛鳥 JipJip 的日常互動，意外地開啟了將小鳥與世界名畫結合的創作發想，也成為他為 Molly 20 週年揭開序幕的起點。 多年廣告與設計工作經歷，讓他從繪製他人故事的疲憊中覺醒，轉而投入屬於自己的角色與世界觀。他的靈感來自日常生活的觀察，對自然、宇宙與人性的好奇，構築出一種童趣與深度並存的敘事視角。

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Kila Cheung

Led by the idea of “fun,” this new collection unfolds with freedom in both style and medium, playfully shifting between image and object, seriousness and whimsy. Still in progress during the writing of this text, the works reflect a sense of curiosity and ease—anticipating what might emerge by June. Raised in Hong Kong and a graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the practice began simply by following personal interests. Everyday observations and moments form the core of inspiration, with skateboarding playing a recurring role—once even becoming a canvas and sculptural surface in a solo exhibition. Visual language is informed by a wide range of influences, including Kenny Wong, Yoshitomo Nara, and Yukie Komura. The exhibition invites viewers to experience the joy of making—raw, lighthearted, and intuitive. 以「好玩」作為創作的起點，作品在風格與形式上保持開放，從畫面與物件之間自由遊走。正在製作中的作品則以輕鬆、直覺的方式構築，模糊了平面與立體、正經與幽默的邊界，也透露出Kila對於創作過程本身的期待與自在。 成長於香港，畢業於香港理工大學。一路順著自身喜好前行，逐步將生活中的觀察、喜好與行動轉化為視覺語言。靈感多來自日常片段與街頭文化，滑板是生活的一部分，也曾成為創作的媒介，透過舊滑板進行繪畫與雕刻的實驗。欣賞如Kenny Wong、奈良美智、小村雪岱等人的作品，並從中吸取語彙與節奏。 這次的展出將聚焦於創作本身的快樂，邀請觀者感受純粹的好奇與趣味。

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Kim Jung Gi

Internationally acclaimed for his work as a comic artist and sketch master, Kim Jung Gi possessed an extraordinary ability to visualize complex three-dimensional spaces and translate them into precise, dynamic illustrations with no preliminary sketches. His freehand drawings of intricate machinery, imaginative creatures, and multidimensional scenes are executed in a single, fluid motion—rendering his work both visually powerful and remarkably engaging. Kim’s spontaneous live drawing performances captivated audiences around the world, earning him a unique position in contemporary illustration. His mastery of form, scale, and narrative detail made him a revered figure among art enthusiasts and aspiring creators alike. His published sketchbooks have sold widely across Asia, Europe, and North America, receiving critical acclaim from fans in animation, comics, games, and film. His visual language has had a lasting influence on a generation of artists. Kim Jung Gi held solo exhibitions in countries including South Korea, Japan, the United States, France, China, Malaysia, and Indonesia. He also collaborated with major global brands such as Samsung, Audi, Ferrari, and Korean Air, and produced high-impact promotional works for blockbuster titles like World of Warcraft and League of Legends. Beyond his artistic output, Kim was a frequent guest and lecturer at international comic conventions and institutions. He actively collaborated with leading figures in comics, design, music, and film, and served as a visiting professor at various renowned art schools around the world.

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Knuckle

Knuckle is a Japan-based artist whose work centers around sculpture and painting, often using airbrush techniques to depict monsters and retro-inspired characters. Heavily influenced by 1950s–60s American culture and vintage toys, his creative roots are deeply tied to the aesthetics of lowbrow art and the legacy of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, whose monster art left a lasting impression on his approach. Outside of art, Knuckle is passionate about classic cars and motorcycles. While these interests may not directly appear in his work, they inform his appreciation for history and subcultural style. This time, he has not chosen a specific theme for his exhibition—he simply hopes his work makes people smile, offering a moment of joy through images that feel both nostalgic and new.

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Kohei Ogawa / 小川耕平

Originally from Chiba and a graduate of Asagaya College of Art and Design, Ogawa draws inspiration from the quiet moments of daily life—an offhand remark, a fleeting glance, or an unassuming scene. What matters most is the subtle presence of individuality that emerges in the everyday. For this exhibition, the theme was inspired by the word 'ICON' itself, leading to a collection centered on self-identity and personal expression. Rather than presenting a fixed narrative, the pieces offer glimpses into the ambiguous but relatable essence of the self—inviting viewers to notice moments where something feels unexpectedly familiar. Hobbies include collecting figures and caring for green plants—interests that subtly inform the visual language and material textures in the work. Ogawa believes that all creators, in their own ways, can be sources of influence, and that curiosity is often the best guide toward inspiration.

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Lazy Bug

Inspired by the tension and rhythm of boxing, LAZY BUG’s latest series explores kinetic energy and emotional confrontation—mirroring the pushes and pulls we experience in everyday life. Through dynamic visual language, he invites viewers to discover their own narratives within the tension of the work. Based in Taipei and trained in both fine arts and creative design, LAZY BUG began his carrer after holding an independent exhibition during university. His inspirations come from cartoons, manga, and fleeting moments in daily life—images that carry subtle rhythms and emotional resonance. Influenced by Keiichi Tanaami and David Hockney, he embraces both intensity and freedom in image-making. When not working, he draws ideas from quiet moments and from customizing his motorcycle which also reflects his love of transformation and experimental media.

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Lin Yen Liang / 林彥良

The exhibition features Mr. Cloudy, an original character presented under the theme Newborn. First created in 2017, this cloud-like, dream-driven character embodies a sense of emotional rebirth—evolving through exhibitions as both symbol and story. With a background in design and illustration, Lin began as a brand-based visual practitioner before shifting into emotionally charged art-making. This transition, sparked during a personal low point, led to invitations to exhibit in cities such as Paris, London, Seoul, and Hong Kong. Inspiration is drawn from travel, dreams, nature, and the act of collecting. Strongly influenced by Pixar narratives and the fantastical style of Tim Burton, the artist blends imagination with observation to create a distinct visual world where storytelling and character merge.

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Long Lai

Hailing from Suphanburi, Thailand, Long Lai has been passionate about ceramics since childhood. She pursued her studies in ceramics at Burapha University and continues to craft whimsical, narrative-driven sculptures through her character 'Gum-Guang.' Her works are playful and cheeky, infused with personal flair and a strong sense of humor. Drawing inspiration from daily life, jokes, song lyrics, and films, Long transforms ordinary observations into imaginative ceramic figures. For THEiCON, she presents the theme 'I Wonder If I Were...,' a conceptual exploration of identity through the eyes of Gum-Guang. Long invites viewers to enjoy the joy of imagining themselves as someone or something else—even just for a moment.

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Louis Wong

Originally a designer of sofubi and sculptures, Louis Wong has gradually shifted his focus to painting in recent years, giving emotional depth and narrative to his original characters. This exhibition continues the concept of his solo show Fantasia in Hong Kong, drawing inspiration from his daily interactions with his two sons. It reflects on the tensions between adult expectations and a child’s perspective, ultimately exploring broader themes of miscommunication and projection in human relationships. Louis’s work draws heavily from real life and interpersonal experience. His visual style is honest and grounded, shaped by a desire to document life’s subtle moments. In his spare time, he enjoys handcrafting as a meditative practice, using the rhythm of repetition to calm the mind and nurture creative thinking. Deeply influenced by Picasso, Louis continues to search for meaning through the intersection of life and art.

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Maggie Fu

A creator from Hong Kong, Maggie transitioned from a 24-year music career into the world of visual art in 2023. Her practice is deeply rooted in emotion, drawing on personal experience to explore themes of identity, healing, and introspection. In this exhibition, she continues the narrative thread from her previous solo show “The Asylum 3,” tracing emotional roots back to childhood and family ties. Her work gently invites viewers to rediscover the hidden child within, offering a poetic, intuitive space for reflection and empathy. With a style that blends narrative and sensitivity, she sees art not only as expression—but as reconciliation.

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Michelle Valigura

Michelle Valigura channels tenderness and strength through her ceramic works. Each piece is handcrafted and one-of-a-kind, showcasing her meticulous attention to material and detail, as well as a deep sensitivity to the aesthetics of everyday life. Her artistic voice is rooted in mid-century modern design and shaped by her experience designing for stop-motion animations such as Elf and The Simpsons. In 2007, she founded her own brand, Switcheroo, licensing her work to art companies including Disneyland, Kidrobot, and Paradise Toys. Her ceramics have been exhibited worldwide. Since 2019, she has been based in Cannon Beach, Oregon, where she runs Basalt, a working studio and showroom that also features artists and craftspeople she admires. Michelle warmly invites you to enter her delicate and poetic world of ceramics via THEiCON.

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Muu Nanahosh

Muu Nanahosh現在於東京生活和工作，常以鮮豔的色彩配搭其標誌性的草莓金魚、大福餅、月亮和海洋等夢幻元素，以她獨有的⻆度去探究生物、現實和夢想，再配合其獨特的三維繪畫技巧呈現在作品中。 成為職業藝術家前，曾在日本其中一所最大的廣告公司擔任藝術總監。七星曾獲多項藝術家獎項，包括在 2017 年東京都美術館「入選藝術家展覽」中獲得「評審團特別獎」; 2016 年里斯本 Heart Art in Lisbon 中獲得「金獎」; 2016 年東京都美術館「入選藝術家展覽」中獲得「大會主席獎」。藝術家現在於東京生活和工作。

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Park Jae Kwang

An artist from South Korea, Park Jae Kwang builds on the language of comics to craft playful narratives blending folk motifs and visual storytelling. For THEiCON, he draws inspiration from Korean minhwa and Asian mythology, turning each image into a symbolic talisman or comic-like frame—a single panel that holds an entire tale. A Grand Prize recipient of the Korea Creative Comics Contest, Park has published in France and the US, including contributions to Batman: The World and Joker: The World. His work spans comics, live drawing, illustration, brand collaborations, and global exhibitions. Influenced by Akira Toriyama and Kim Jung Gi, Park’s art is joyful, spontaneous, and rhythmically composed. At the heart of his practice is a desire to draw freely and make others smile—simple, honest, and full of energy.

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Pucky

This exhibition continues Pucky’s exploration of the spiritual realm, ancient cultures, and tribal elements—translating inner energy into a visual language that invites emotional connection. She hopes viewers can experience the spectrum of emotions within her work—from joy and calm to sorrow and anticipation—reminding us that to feel is to be alive. Raised between Hong Kong and Canada, she graduated from Emily Carr University of Art and Design and has since been active in toy design and art, drawing inspiration from mysticism, nature, and the cosmos. Creating has always been her way of expressing what words cannot—a quiet child who found freedom in painting, and connection through imagination. Her interests in meditation, Buddhist philosophy, and psychology deeply influence her practice, making art not just a craft but a journey of self-discovery.

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Robin Tang

This exhibition marks the Robin’s transition from focusing solely on character design to building a narrative universe. For the first time, he introduces personalities and storylines behind his alien characters—starting with simple dialogues, storyboards, and expanding into a more immersive world. At THEiCON, he shares not just a design, but a story. Born and raised in Taipei, he studied architecture and began his career in a comic studio working on licensing and design. There, he was first introduced to prototyping and toy production—a turning point that made designing toys feel tangible. His inspiration comes from pop culture and contemporary issues, and his work draws heavy influence from Batman: The Animated Series, especially its use of geometric shapes and bold color contrasts. Outside of art, he is a passionate trading card game player, and often draws compositional ideas from the illustrations on cards created by different artists.

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Shelter Bank / Nishio Yow

The theme of this exhibition is childhood imagination. Yow wanted to create something that would have excited them as a child—something mysterious, fun, and unforgettable. Now, through their work, they hope to remind adult viewers of that feeling too, leaving space for imagination to complete the experience. Born in Nagoya, the artist draws inspiration from movies, manga, anime, and the toys that have always surrounded those worlds. Their style blends cuteness with eeriness and humor. Old toys often serve as creative references, while toy collecting and gaming help maintain a sense of play and positivity that flows directly into their work.

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Shoko Nakazawa

From Chiba, Japan, Shoko currently based in Tokyo. Since childhood, Shoko has been deeply passionate about insects, various lifeforms, and monster culture, often featuring monsters as protagonists in her artworks. After graduating from an art university, Shoko worked as a graphic designer and illustrator before expanding into soft vinyl figure production and contemporary art.
For THEiCON, Shoko will present a newly designed 'Byron' with joints, accompanied by retro-style package illustrations inspired by the Showa era. Drawing inspiration from nature, mythology, history, and philosophy, Shock’s work seeks to pay tribute to life and cultural heritage through artistic expression.

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SHON CHEN

This exhibition explores the theme of emotional transformation—like changing weather, human feelings shift between joy, anger, sorrow, and delight. Shon reinterprets these fluctuations through characters that evoke the raw, unfiltered emotions of childhood, inviting viewers to reconnect with forgotten feelings. With a background in fine arts and product design, Shon developed his style through a love of graffiti and toys. His work is rooted in childhood memories and dreams, driven by a desire to preserve the perspective of a soul that never quite grew up. A passionate toy collector, his creative journey began through exposure to Real Head figures and was deeply inspired by the works of Kasing Lung. That passion naturally evolved into a world of original characters and visual storytelling.

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Staaan

A creator from Taichung with a love for kaiju. In 2019, he founded the brand a.a.a. vinyl toys, working across painting, sculpture, and sofubi production. His inspiration stems from daily observations and a wide range of personal interests, often translated and reinterpreted within his work. For THEiCON, he centers his exhibition around his original character Bigwoot, using both unique painting techniques and large-scale works to explore new ways of experiencing sofubi culture.

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T9G

T9G presents “RANGEAS” as the focal point at THEiCON—a signature character that has accompanied him from the beginning of his creative journey. Originally developed as a personal kaiju figure, RANGEAS marked his transition from commercial toy design to contemporary art, expanding the expressive possibilities of sofubi. Born in Tokyo and self-taught in sculpture and illustration, T9G started as a prototype sculptor before gaining recognition for his original characters at Design Festa. Few years later, his work was further acknowledged during his participation in the art fair GEISAI, setting him on a path toward full-time creation. Drawing inspiration from 1980s–90s Japanese tkokusatsu culture and the rebellious energy of Ura-Harajuku, his work reflects a fusion of nostalgia, independence, and myth. His recent interests in exotic plants, gaming, and street culture continue to shape the rhythm and tone of his evolving visual universe.

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Ton Mak - FLABJACKS

Born in Hong Kong and raised between New Zealand and England, Ton Mak is the creator behind FLABJACKS, a series of endearing, joy-infused creatures. Now based in San Francisco, in THEiCON she presents 'The Wildlings'—a collection inspired by motherhood and the chaos, intensity, and wonder it brings. Created entirely with coloring pencils on her favorite ARCHE paper, the works reflect a return to childlike spontaneity and imagination. With a background in anthropology and a decade of creative growth in Shanghai, Ton's art bridges personal experience with cultural observation. She finds inspiration in everyday life, music, spiritual reflection, and especially her children, whose intense passions—be it trucks or monsters—feed directly into her world of characters. Whether bringing smiles or inviting quiet moments of connection, her work speaks with a gentle, heartfelt voice that invites everyone to pause and imagine.

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Vivian Wang

From Taipei, a graduate of an art university, who has developed a bold and intuitive creative language through a foundation in traditional fine arts. Initially engaged in fashion brand graphic design, Vivian draw inspiration from fashion, music, and the bold aesthetics of 1980s–1990s pop culture, later expanding into figure customization and three-dimensional art.
For THEiCON, Vivian will present a world of flowing energy through intuitive colors and surreal forms, inviting viewers to embark on a journey beyond reality—where perception leads the way to explore the vibrations and transformations of the inner soul.

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Vonnie Shih

Vonnie’s creations often begin with something that’s been lost. Using her signature monkey character as a narrative lens, she explores how these small beings respond to accidents, impermanence, and things left unsaid. Her latest series, Lost and Found, reflects on the process of losing, letting go, and learning to hold again—tracing the delicate weight of personal emotions and character stories. Her inspiration stems from everyday encounters: a weed pushing through a crack, a stuffed toy hanging from a garbage truck, the earnest gaze of animated animals. Trained in metalcraft and model-making, she was deeply influenced by a teacher who encouraged the value of failure and persistence in creative practice. Her works are filled with personal symbols and quiet resonance—open to interpretation, and meant to be felt more than explained.

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Yoyo Yeung

Titled Inner Feelings, this series explores emotional responses through distinct character personalities—each expressing different forms of desire, vulnerability, and reflection. Yoyo hopes viewers can find resonance in the shifting moods and newly revealed aspects of these familiar figures. Graduated from Camberwell College of Arts in London and currently based in Shenzhen, the work often centers around animals, crystals, and plush forms—symbols of companionship, fragility, and emotional projection. Much of the inspiration comes from personal experiences and is deeply influenced by the works of Higuchi Yuko and Yosuke Ueno. Beyond illustration, interests include music, manga, and games—all of which shape the Yoyos narrative tone and visual imagination.

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川貝母

Exhibition begins with his original cat character —an entry point into a universe of imagined daily rituals and narrative possibilities. Inca’s works blend illustration with sculpture, featuring small objects and characters arranged with delicate intention. These quiet interactions encourage each viewer to discover their own story within the scene. Born in Pingtung, he learned painting since high school and majored in visual communication design. Inca has long contributed literary-themed illustrations to newspaper features, developing a signature visual language shaped by storytelling. He draws creative energy from literature, cinema, and exhibition spaces. His intricate compositions are influenced by Jheronimus Bosch and Pieter Bruegel, both of whom inspired her love of densely populated, detail-rich scenes. Outside of art, He hikes often—finding clarity and new rhythm in long walks through nature.

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