SHOWCASE
/ ARTIST / 2023
| ARTIST: | Suzu |
| COUNTRY: | Thailand |
| CONTACT: |
https://www.suzu-zz.com instagram.com/suzu.zz/ https://linktr.ee/suzu.zz |
| 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. | |
birth of the sun (2023)
“Once upon a time, there was a city where everything seemed like it was about to end. There, she ascended, ‘The Sun that rises at midnight’. Every night, worshippers gathered and watched her dance. Lights bounced off her obsidian hair. Something about her seemed almost ethereal, as if she was not bound by the laws of earth.” — Illustration as part of BLACKSUN manga, created by Suzu. The main project is heavily influenced by ancient images of sun worship, but is one in particular is inspired by halos in Asian art. Limited risograph print, 297x420mm (A3), signed and numbered. Available for purchase.
hypnosis (2023)
Visual development for BLACKSUN manga. Digital artwork, 4169x5906px.
black flame (2022)
Visual development for BLACKSUN manga. Digital artwork, 4169x5906px.
xix (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.” — Illustration as part of BLACKSUN manga, created by Suzu. This artwork 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, 297x420mm (A3), signed and numbered.
untitled (2023)
“Don’t stare at the sun. She’ll blind you.” — Visual development for BLACKSUN manga. Mixed media, 3641x1515px.
die again (2023)
“Strike me with thunder. Kill me, save me. Let me die and born again.” — Ink on paper, 220x310mm.
the end. (2023)
“The end is near.” — Tattoo stickers inspired by motifs and characters from the apocalypse. Digital artwork, 4961x3508px.
distance / 距離 (2023)
A one-page manga about a personal and dear moment in Spring. Digital artwork, 4961x3508px.