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/ ARTIST / 2022

BKKIF Artist   Reviews  1
ARTIST: Suzu
COUNTRY/REGION: Thailand
CONTACT: https://www.suzu-zz.com
instagram.com/suzu.zz/
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Suzu (Supakarn Masunthasuwan) is a Kyoto-based artist and illustrator who creates bold character-driven artworks that blend together modern and retro styles. Suzu works in mixed media, comfortably alternating between traditional and digital techniques, and she enjoys experimenting with risograph and other retro printing methods. Her works range from vibrant, colorful illustrations that reference 90’s manga and pop culture, to more evocative monochromatic visuals, exploring fringe subcultures, the occult and the risqué.
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BLACKSUN Prelude 1 (2022)

“Tale tells of the sun that rises at midnight. No one knows where she will emerge. Yet, every lunar eclipse, worshippers gather and await the dance of dark light. To those lucky enough to witness the rare phenomenon, the sun sacrifices her flesh and soul, offering life in return. This is the tale of BLACKSUN” — Sample from a 10-page pilot of indie comic “BLACKSUN” (created, written, and drawn by Suzu). The story revolves around a nighttime performer and explores the themes of desires, existence, and the despair of chasing dreams. Digital artwork, 257 x 364 mm.

BLACKSUN Prelude 6 (2022)

“Just watch quietly.” — Sample from a 10-page pilot of indie comic “BLACKSUN” (created, written, and drawn by Suzu). The story revolves around a nighttime performer and explores the themes of desires, existence, and the despair of chasing dreams. Mixed media, 257 x 364 mm.

PUZZMATE x Suzu: You Complete Me (2022)

Illustration for Hong Kong-based puzzle company PUZZMATE’s “You Complete Me” campaign. The phrase "you complete me" might trigger thoughts of love or some other kind of emotional fulfillment. I want to illustrate that emotion in a playful way. In a setting inspired by retro Japanese shops, a girl is in front of a gacha machine, assembling a plastic figure. Towards the background stands another person, resembling the earlier plastic figure, is also collecting parts and assembling his own plastic figure that looks like the girl. Both of them are trying to complete each other, without noticing each other. Things may look normal from a distance, but as you put the puzzle pieces together, repetition that reflects the characters' obsessive feelings for each other can be noticed... Digital artwork, 380 x 520 mm.

Trigger-Treat 1 (2021)

Part of a series of Halloween illustrations of a criminal couple on a candy heist. Digital artwork, 4488 x 6142 px.

Trigger-Treat 3 (2021)

Part of a series of Halloween illustrations of a criminal couple on a candy heist. Digital artwork, 5120 x 2160 px.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Kabuse (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras. A woman bears a big umbrella, overcasting shadow over the tea plant. Kabuse-cha is a type of tea in which the leaves are shaded from the sun a few days before its harvest, and so the growing process is depicted subtly in this artwork. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Matcha (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras. Matcha is famous for its role in tea ceremonies and is usually paired with Japanese sweets called wagashi. The lush green in stark contrast with pink and red in the artwork reflects both clashing and harmonious colours and flavours of slightly bitter matcha and sweet wagashi. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Houjicha (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras. Houjicha is popular choice of tea before bedtime due to its low caffeine. Thus, Japanese motifs such as the moon and rabbit associated with the night is depicted in this artwork. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Kill Me With Fire (2021)

“The building was on fire, we kissed.” — Concept illustration for a personal project about an awkward boy who meets an arsonist girl. Flames ignite as they go on a night out of crime, arson, and romance together. Digital artwork, 3508 x 3508 px.

May Your Wish Come True (2021)

Artwork inspired by the Japanese Tanabata festival and its myth; A tale of lovers separated by a river of stars, fated to meet only once a year during the festival. A girl is gently throwing the setting sun across a vast river, towards a small figure on the other side. May they meet briefly this year too. Watercolour, colour pencils, white paint on paper, 230 x 310 mm.

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X I X (2022)

“The Sun is adored by many. Her dance beautiful and hypnotic, her presence radiant and dazzling. So bright so that it’s blinding, scorching everything pitch black and consumes all that exists. Just like the despair that comes with dreams.” Part of the BLACKSUN comic, this illustration is inspired by the meaning of the Sun arcana in tarot (number XIX in the deck). Normally representing success and optimism, in reversed the Sun symbolises depression and negativity. While she shines hope upon her worshippers, the Sun wears a sad expression on her face, hinting at the darkness within her existence. Limited risograph print, 297 x 420 mm (A3), signed and numbered. Available for purchase. Please DM Suzu’s Instagram for more info.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Kyo Bancha (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras. Kyo Bancha looks very distinct from other types of tea; it’s made from larger, coarser leaves and so resembles fallen leaves during autumn. It’s smokey aroma and charred look is reinterpreted and reflected through the fiery red hues and Kyoto’s autumn scenery. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Gyokuro (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras.
Regarded as the highest grade of green tea in Japan, the name gyokuro literally translates as “jade dew”. On top of a backdrop dyed in shades of green, A girl lifts up a bowl to collect teardrops from a dragon; a mystical animal associated with jade in east Asian cultures. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Kyochaen MIYAKO: Genmai (2022)

Artwork for Kyochaen MIYAKO — a Japanese tea shop in downtown Kyoto. Part of a series containing 6 illustrations, each based on a type of tea served at the shop. The visual aesthetic is inspired by Japanese tea export crates during Meiji and Taisho eras. Genmaicha is made by blending tea leaves with roasted rice, resulting in a unique toasted aroma. Thus, rice plants are depicted on top of mild green to orange gradient—which reflects the unity of tea and rice respectively. Digital artwork, 364 x 515 mm.

Sun Salute 1 (2022)

Concept illustration for BLACKSUN. Mixed media, 190 x 155 mm.

Kyoto Journal 101: Water in Kyoto (2022)

Illustration for article "Dolphins in the Ancient Capital?" in the 101th issue of award-winning quarterly magazine Kyoto Journal. Article written by Jennifer Teeter. Digital artwork, 4544 x 2574 px.
Physical copies can be purchased here: https://www.kyotojournal.org/product/kyoto-journal-101-water-in-kyoto/

Sun Salute 4 (2022)

Concept illustration for BLACKSUN. Digital artwork, 2480 x 3093 px.

Kill Me With Fire sketchbook (2021)

Messy ideas for "Kill Me With Fire"; a personal project about an awkward boy who meets an arsonist girl. Flames ignite as they go on a night out of crime, arson, and romance together. Digital artwork, 4961 x 3508 px.

BLACKSUN Prelude (2022)

BLACKSUN is an indie comic created, written, and drawn by Suzu. The story revolves around a nighttime performer and explores the themes of desires, existence, and the despair of chasing dreams. This book, BLACKSUN Prelude, is a 12-page pilot that introduces the vibe of the story. Japanese and English copies will be on sale at BKKIF 2022!

Blight (2022)

Concept illustration for “Kill Me With Fire”; a personal project about an awkward boy who meets an arsonist girl. Flames ignite as they go on a night out of crime, arson, and romance together. Digital artwork, 1655 x 3508 px.

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