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With a childhood divided between Hong Kong and Canada, Pucky grew up between two cultures, which prompted her to explore creatively the value of identity and the meaning of belonging. After graduation from Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver in 2008, she returned to Hong Kong, where she works as a freelance artist and illustrator and created the brand "Pookie". Pucky's work is a combination of cute and dark, showing an integrated harmony where opposites like good and evil or love and fear, co-exist. She is deeply inspired by the wonders and mysteries of the world and her drawings are strongly affected by the beauty of their history, science and the romance. She draws to communicate these feelings in her own visual language. T9G (pronounced “Takug”) is a Japanese artist and toy designer known for his distinctive, surreal character designs and high-quality sofubi (soft vinyl) figures. With a background in sculpting and an eye for expressive, exaggerated features, T9G’s work often blends elements of horror, fantasy, and cuteness, creating creatures that are both unsettling and endearing. His signature characters, such as Rangeas and Byron, feature intricate textures, dynamic poses, and unique paint applications. T9G is also known for his collaborations with other artists and brands in the designer toy world, pushing the boundaries of sofubi production with innovative sculpting techniques and hand-painted details. His work is widely respected in the Japanese and global art toy scene, making him a sought-after figure for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.