The Spotlight is on Asian Artists at STGCC 2012

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STGCC 2012 Shines the Spotlight on Asian Artists

Andie Tong, Gerry Alanguilan, Gabby S. Tiongson and Wendy Chew join fellow artists at one of the biggest pop culture events in South East Asia — the Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Convention (STGCC) 2012!

Gerry Alanguilan is known as an inker for Marvel Comics and DC Comics; his works include Superman: Birthright, Avenging Spider-man, X-Men and Ultimate Avengers. His original comic book Elmer was nominated for an Eisner Award for best new graphic album in 2011, and won the Prix Asie ACBD and the Quai Des Bulles Prize in France last year.

Andie Tong is a comic book illustrator who has worked with the like of Disney, Marvel Comics, DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics. He recently completed a HarperCollin’s children’s storybook for the Dark Knight Rises, published in conjunction with the release of the blockbuster movie.

Gabby S. Tiongson is a cartoonist who has been commissioned by brands like Redbull & Wabi Sabi to design characters and merchandise for them in his unique frenetic style. The self-taught artist also owns his clothing line called Galactic Exiles, and his first Vinyl Figure produced by Vinyl On Vinyl x VTSS called Squidwurd is scheduled for release at STGCC.

Wendy Chew is an illustrator who specializes in chibi-style art. Her dainty and adorable depictions are featured in a number of books such as Udon Entertainment Corporation’s “Street Fighter Tribute”. Wendy’s upcoming projects will be her next sketch book and a collaboration with Vinyl On Vinyl to produce her first ever figurine.

STGCC will be held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center at fabulous Marina Bay Sands on the 1st and 2nd of September 2012. Get updated on the latest happenings at singaporetgcc.com!

magnetic-rose.net is an Official Affiliate of STGCC 2012.

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