Creators and Cats: The Purrfect Match

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 12:00PM

Turning your passions into collectible creations has never been more fun! Join The Cat Inspired as they delve into the connection between cat art and accessories, and how they spark joy for cat lovers and crafters alike in this insightful talk about celebrating feline friendship and building a shared community for creators and fans.

The Cat Inspired

The Cat Inspired is a brand born from the love for cats. What started as a small passion project has grown into a space where cat lovers can find both unique and fan art designs, from pins to apparel, all inspired by our feline friends to spark joy and add some fun into our lives.

Beyond products, The Cat Inspired is also building a community that celebrates the love and happiness cats bring us while supporting those still grieving the loss of their beloved pet.

“You Need To Do WHAT To Survive?!”: Standing Out And Thriving As A Creator (NOT CLICKBAIT)

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 1:00PM

2025 has been a tough year in the creative space – and all the more than before, aspiring creators need to have a way to navigate the rough waters of the digital creative economy. From two veterans of the artist and VTuber industry, let Carillus and Cazz of Lorecrafters guide you on the fundamentals of operating a business and building a brand in the online space.

Q&A available at the end – whether you’re new to content, or serious about it as a hobby/full-timer, you won’t want to miss this!

Lorecrafters

Lorecrafters empowers creators by providing narrative development with an insightful, inspiring, and humorous touch, helping them feel energized and find their unique voice.

CARILLUS

Carillus is the Director at Lorecrafters, AKA the “head” of the studio team. With over 7 years of experience as a professional creative, he uniquely blends engineering smarts and artistic flair to every story.

He was previously the Creative, Merchandising and Events Director at Merryweather Media (MWM), where he provided art direction and planning across the majority of comic and merch projects under the studio. This also included work for ASTRALINE, the virtual talent agency arm of MWM; he successfully produced and launched the VROYALE card game, along with developing novel ways to produce extensive lore videos under extreme time and budget limitations.

You might know his art and writing from WEBTOON series like “ExCo” and the award-winning “Grandma’s Cake Recipe”. As a true multi-hyphenate, Carillus has also crafted or assisted on various VTuber lore projects for big names like FSP’s Gen 2 – Ravanis, hololive’s Mori Calliope, and VShojo’s kson (at Anime Expo 2022); often writing, directing and drawing for these projects.

At Lorecrafters, he teams up with Cazz to provide engaging narratives to life and building solid, sustainable production pipelines from the ground up – while sharing his knowledge with fellow creators along the way.

CAZZ

As Creative Producer and Studio Manager at Lorecrafters, Cazz is the “heart” of the studio team – known for connecting the right people to bring big creative ideas to life.

With over 6 years as a professional creative, Cazz formerly served at Merryweather Media’s (MWM) first comic letterer, then rose to studio management and creative production during the pandemic. During her time at MWM, she wrangled diverse projects, oversaw studio finances, and provided vital communication + direction for artists, talents (ASTRALINE), clients and partners alike – often on challenging budgets and short notice.

As her virtual persona RAINA (geared towards VTuber-facing work and content), she boasts an extensive production portfolio. She has produced and managed narrative projects for prominent VTuber agencies (hololive, VShojo, Nijisanji, First Stage Production) and various indie talents. Her work also includes VA direction (and sometimes voice acting) for many of these projects, and overseeing brand collaborations + comic/ad productions (VROYALE, Gamer Supps, Ironside PC). She also provided planning and logistics support for ASTRALINE’s talent managers and all their projects.

Beyond these roles, Cazz co-created ExCo and Grandma’s Cake Recipe on WEBTOON with Carillus, and contributed translation work for Manga Materials’ anatomy study guides. She also formerly provided community management for various artist learning communities on Discord.

At Lorecrafters, she teams up with Carillus to empower creators to tell their own stories – whether through direct production assistance, or guiding them to do it themselves sustainably!

Drawing the Line: Balancing Art, Identity, and Commercial Work

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 2:00PM

Singapore-based Illustrator Erikartoon explores and shares her experience with professional industry collaborations and brand-building, and how to utilise and adapt personal styles and motifs to create experiences with brands seeking unique creative approaches.

Erikartoon

Erikartoon is a Singapore-based illustrator influenced by anime, video games, and dark Asian folklore. Her work often features unsettling characters and strange creatures, blending cute and horror elements into one. She’s especially drawn to themes like psychological trauma, personal identity, and the darker side of human nature, creating art that’s both emotionally charged and visually haunting.

A Journey Through Cosplay Crafting

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 3:00PM

The panel will bring audiences through a journey across one of Kai’s most recent cosplay crafting project, Wukong from Black Myth: Wukong. He will be using this project to share on his thought processes and the technical aspects through the different stages of a cosplay project timeline. Audiences can expect to receive knowledge that could benefit aspiring crafters or anyone that wishes to dwell into cosplay crafting as a hobby.

KAI

Kai is a hobby cosplayer/crafter based in Singapore. Cosplaying since 2012 , he was an active participant in both local and international cosplay events. Kai enjoys challenging unconventional characters for his crafting projects, exploring on different methods that could bring his craft to the next level.

Art May Come Naturally, but Building a Career Takes Strategy

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 4:00PM

The term “starving artist” gets tossed around as a joke, but for many of us, it’s a nagging thought we can’t quite shake. What begins as a passion for drawing slowly evolves into the realization: “Wait… I could actually do this for a living.” But then comes the big, daunting question, how?

Should I become an illustrator, a comic artist, or a concept artist? What even sets these roles apart?

At first glance, they might seem similar, after all, they all involve creating art professionally. But each path has its own demands, workflows, and opportunities. So, how do you know which one fits you?

Join us at Creators Super Fest where professional artists and mentors share practical advice from their years in the industry. Learn what skills employers look for & and how to create a portfolio that gets you noticed.

Kingston Chan

Kingston Chan brings over 14 years of leadership in game art education as former Senior Art Director at FZD School of Design, where he now serves as Head of the Art Department at MAGES. His extensive industry experience includes key roles as a Game Artist at SEGA Japan and Koei Singapore, plus establishing next-gen 3D pipelines as Art Lead at Ksatria Gameworks. Recognized for mentoring the next generation of artists, Kingston has helped countless students launch successful careers in games, film, and entertainment.

Level Up Your Cosplay: Tips & Makeup with Xiaoyukiko

Date: Saturday 2 August 2025
Time: 5:00PM

Want to bring your favourite characters to life more confidently? Join Xiaoyukiko, the top Singapore-based cosplay content creator, as she shares her essential tips on improving your cosplay skills.

From choosing the right lenses to posing for photos, and from achieving flawless anime makeup to making your features pop on camera – this panel will cover practical advice suitable for both beginners and seasoned cosplayers.

Xiaoyukiko will also touch on quick hacks for cosplay, talk about common mistakes and how to avoid them, and answer your burning questions during a live Q&A. Come ready with your notebooks and curiosity to level up your cosplay journey together!

Xiaoyu

Homegrown in sunny Singapore, Xiaoyu is one of Southeast Asia’s most beloved and influential cosplayers. With over 1.5 million dedicated followers across her social media platforms, she has collaborated with numerous renowned ACG titles and proudly represented Singapore on the global stage at multiple major international conventions. Widely regarded as Singapore’s top cosplay content creator, Xiaoyu continues to captivate fans with her breathtaking transformations, irresistibly cute and striking visuals, and boundless energy and charisma both online and in person.

How to Turn Ideas Into Songs

Date: Sunday 3 August 2025
Time: 1:00PM

Ever wondered how to turn your ideas into a finished song? We use software like Cubase and other DAW to bring melodies to life easily. Start with a simple chord progression or a melody that matches your mood, and don’t overthink—record your ideas quickly to capture the spark. When writing lyrics, keep them honest and simple, telling a story that people can feel. For songwriting, you need to pick a main instrument to shape your chords and melodies naturally. Once your song is ready, record a rough demo, layering vocals and instruments to capture the emotion before moving to full production. Remember, your song doesn’t need to be perfect to be finished. By creating and growing continuously, you get closer to discovering who you truly are.

AllenX (Popdream Music School)

AllenX, a singer-songwriter, producer, and founder of Popdream Music School with 22 years of music experience. He was the Grand Final winner on Mediacorp Channel 8’s singing competition and have worked with lots of artists such as The Couple (那对夫妻), Alvin (陈勇豪), Gavin (崇喆), and Xu Bin (徐彬). He has performed on major stages including the Indoor Stadium, Esplanade, and Floating Platform. He believes music has the power to heal and bring people closer to themselves. Every song he writes or produces feels like a time capsule, preserving a moment in life—each emotion, memory, and hope locked within it.

Bringing Jagua Tattoo Art Around the World

Date: Sunday 3 August 2025
Time: 2:00PM

I’m a Singapore-based Jagua tattoo artist with a passion for art and anime. By blending these influences, I create hand-drawn designs using natural, skin-safe Jagua ink. Each tattoo tells a unique story — not just mine, but also those of my customers. Many people come to me wanting to express something deeply personal, whether inspired by anime, memories, emotions, or meaningful symbols.

I’ve had the opportunity to showcase this art in countries like Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, introducing Jagua tattoos as a powerful yet temporary form of storytelling. Through this journey, I aim to connect cultures and individuals, using body art that is expressive, pain-free, and rooted in both tradition and creativity.

No-Pain Cool-Stain

No-Pain Cool-Stain is a Singapore-based temporary tattoo brand that brings anime-inspired body art to life using natural, skin-safe Jagua ink. Founded by an artist with a deep passion for anime and illustration, the brand combines creativity with tradition to offer bold, hand-drawn designs that are completely pain-free and last up to two weeks. Each tattoo tells a story—whether it’s a tribute to a favorite character or a personal expression—making it ideal for anime fans, cosplayers, and anyone exploring body art without permanent commitment. Having showcased in Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, No-Pain Cool-Stain continues to share its unique fusion of anime and body art with fans across Asia and beyond.

Creating Cool Accessories: Behind The Craftsmanship

Date: Sunday 3 August 2025
Time: 3:00PM

Discover the craftsmanship behind our realistic faux fur animal ears and tails, each carefully handcrafted over several hours using high quality materials. Selections of various faux furs for their texture, color accuracy and lifelike appearance, ensuring each piece feels as real as it looks. Every detail is thoughtfully shaped, sewn, and finished by hand using specialty paints and professional airbrushing techniques to add depth and realism.

POPPYFUWA

Founded by Soo in 2019 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. POPPYFUWA combines art, cosplay and fashion into wearable faux fur animal ears creations that express individuality and creativity. Whether for daily wear or performance, our pieces are crafted to help you stand out with confidence.

Beyond fur accessories, we also design and produce unique dragon horns using high-resolution 3D resin printing. These horns are digitally modeled in-house, then printed, cured, sanded, and airbrushed for a polished, eye-catching finish.

Whether you’re preparing for a cosplay event, fashion shoot or simply expressing your personal style, our creations are made to elevate your look with artistry and care. Each piece reflects our dedication to quality, creativity, and the joy of bringing fantasy inspired designs to life.

Foreign Language and Anime Production
= Holding the Reins on AI and Pursuing Creativity in Japan =

Date: Sunday 3 August 2025
Time: 4:00PM

This presentation will conduct a survey on how foreign languages are incorporated into Japanese manga, anime, and video games. Reflecting on his nearly 40 year career as a professional translator in the Japanese creative community, Dan Kanemitsu will talk about how non-Japanese linguistic elements are increasingly being integrated in Japan, while also touching on generative AI and how people can still contribute and thrive in the current environment.

Dan Kanemitsu

Freelance translator, author, and IOEA advisor.

Born March 30th, 1972 in Tokyo, Japan. Dan graduated with B.A. in Area Studies (East Asia) at the University of Minnesota. Taking advantage of his bycultural background, Dan has been doing professional translations since 1988 (his first notable translation project was the English translation of Tony Takezaki’s AD Police 25:00.) Since then, he has worked with both US and Japanese companies and individual creators on various anime and manga projects, not only as a translator, but as a creative and cultural consultant.

Regarding anime, Dan’s major projects include Slayers, Dirty Pair Flash, Gasaraki, Love Hina, Nadesico, Patlabor 1 and 2 (2006 Bandai Visual USA release), GUN×SWORD, Black Lagoon, Space Battleship Yamato 2199, the entire Evangelion: New Theatrical Edition series, all Netflix version of Evangelion, the Japan Anima(tor) Expo series, Shin Godzilla, Shin Ultraman, The Dragon Dentist (2017), In This Corner of the World, and TEVI (English to Japanese translation and dubbing supervision.) Dan has supplied translations for Excel Saga, Black Lagoon, Initial D and many other manga titles.

He has a firm background in doujinshi and has written numerous articles regarding censorship issues facing anime, manga, and video games in Japan today. He is currently involved in the production of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX.

Dan Kanemitsu has been a founding contributor to the IOEA and hopes to encourage more world wide cultural exchanges through creative activities.

Art With Kuu. : Bringing Charms to the Next Level

Date: Sunday 3 August 2025
Time: 5:00PM

Embark on a grand adventure with acrylic charm maker Kuu.! Join the talent behind the scenes as they demonstrate how they design their artwork with easy-to-access tools, and learn how Kuu. prepares for conventions both local and internationally! If you have any questions about the craft of charm-making or other knick knacks, ask away at a live AMA during this light hearted and insightful sharing session!

Kuu.

Drawing what I love and doing my best to make them cute! Obsessed with Arknights and Umamusume.