Hello, I am Frenemy, a passionate multidisciplinary artist with a background in street art/murals, gallery work, illustration, and tattoos. Over the past two decades, I have dedicated myself to building my own unique universe, filled with eccentric characters. Character design and world-building are central to my artistic pursuits, as I explore various mediums such as murals, books, comics, video games, gallery work, animation, and toys, all of which bring my imaginative world to life. I am currently represented by Asia Hues, with whom I have worked for a decade, exhibiting my work across Asia. I have been fortunate to collaborate with esteemed clients such as Converse, Universal Music, Stream Elements, Kickstarter, Soonness Puzzles, and many others, bringing my distinctive character designs to a wide range of projects.
With my murals gracing city walls worldwide, I aim to leave a lasting impression wherever I create. My work is inspired by the children's books and cartoons of my youth. As a child, getting lost in imaginary worlds served as my protective shield from harsh realities. As I grew older, I constructed a world of my own, inviting others to use it as their escape. In my gallery work, I often create pieces that are more personal, featuring bright and colorful paintings that contrast with darker themes. I touch on subjects such as childhood trauma, escapism, the search for belonging, and a variety of other topics.
Through my public art, I strive to create vibrant and colorful murals that stand out against the cityscape, infusing life and energy into the walls. I am deeply passionate about storytelling, and much of my work, whether murals or gallery pieces, aims to tell a story and inspire others to imagine. The power of imagination is a message that I believe is crucial and one that I aim to promote through my art.
Currently, I am fully engaged in exciting projects, including the development of my upcoming graphic novel, "Cosmic Safari," and "Imaginarium," a video game officially supported by the Sandbox Game, with the first two chapters already released in a five-chapter rollout. I am bringing my universe and story to the world of Sandbox games, inviting players into the immersive realm of the Imaginarium. Additionally, my delightful children's book, "Kimbop Was Born To Explore," is now available on Amazon, offering a journey of imagination and discovery.
I invite you to explore my portfolio below and immerse yourself in the fantastical world I have created. I am available for workshops, mural commissions, gallery exhibitions, and illustration work. I have had the pleasure of working with schools, universities, and corporate clients, and I always enjoy conducting workshops on creativity, character design, and mural painting. If you have a project that requires a touch of imagination, whether it be a mural, illustrations, or design for your packaging, please do not hesitate to reach out. Let's create something special together.
