Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The Kuala Lumpur Illustration Fair (KLIF) is pleased to announce the launch of its programme for the upcoming 2023 event. KLIF is an annual event that brings together artists, illustrators, designers, and enthusiasts from all over to celebrate the art of illustration.
The Art Show (5th – 7th May 2023)
A premier hub for all things illustration – KLIF 2023 is accompanied with quality showcases and dynamic programming. With the vision of providing a niched international arts platform that solely focuses on commercial illustration, KLIF 2023 prides in the quality of showcased work for the Art Show – from a varied array of young and upcoming illustrators, who went through a meticulous shortlisting process; alongside internationally famed creatives such as Jackson Tan (Singapore), Adhira Putra (Indonesia), Steven Choi (Hong Kong) & Viput A (Thailand).
The main idea was to steer away from a conventional art market setting; and instead provide an engaging and dynamic hub for illustrators all over to showcase, exchange ideas, and connect with other professionals in the industry.
At present, there are 100+ participating artists from Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, as well as the Philippines The sections are divided into Featured Guests Artists, KLIF Artists, Filamen’s Digital Art Showcase, as well as a tribute wall to the iconic illustrator – the late ORKIBAL. There will be a diverse amount of presentations – where each artist will fully curate their own booth into little galleries – each showcasing their unique personalities and identity as a brand. Attendees can expect artisanal illustrated goods and merchandise, interactive displays right up to digital showcases.
Conference (6th – 7th May 2023)
The KLIF Conference itself offers comprehensive topics that feature primarily on the competencies required to succeed in the creative industry today. Amongst the topics discussed are primarily about the components of creativity, collaboration, opportunities, and as well as innovative problem solving in today’s industry. There is also a lot of emphasis on nurturing the art of visual storytelling, developing resiliency and appreciation of cultures, while the how-tos of cultivating personal values as an artist.
KLIF Conference will have 4 international keynote speakers (from Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand & Indonesia), and 8 established Malaysian Guest Artists that will each be sharing their craft and experience. Each session will be held for 40 minutes, and an open forum will be initiated at the end – to allow the audience to engage their queries with the artists.
While the conference is targeted towards inspiring current artists and young creatives who are serious about endeavoring into the industry and how to refine their craft – KLIF also welcomes all art and design enthusiasts who are interested in understanding how visual narratives can help better connect communities, and appreciate the diverse and colorful story that lies within each speakers journey.
Attached below is the conference schedule:
Day 1
Make it or break it – An artists & studios pedagogical tour of building your craft and visions to life.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
11:00 – 12:10 : Jackson Tan (Singapore)
12.20 – 13:00 : Stephen Choi (Hong Kong)
13:00 – 14:00 : Lunch Break
GUEST SPEAKERS
14:00 – 14:40 : Driv Loo | LIE
14:50 – 15:30 : Helios Loo | The Alphabet Press
15:40 – 16:20 : Two People Studio
16:30 – 17:10 : Audrey | Loka Made
17:20 – 18:20 : Group Forum
Day 2
Pursuit of Happiness – Tapping into the aesthetics of the digital media, artist collaborations & personal pursuits.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
11:00 – 12:10 : Viput A (Thailand)
12.20 – 13:00 : Ardhira Putra (Indonesia)
13:00 – 14:00 : Lunch Break
GUEST SPEAKERS
14:00 – 14:40 : Kenji Chai
14:50 – 15:30 : Jaemy C
15:40 – 16:20 : Soefara Jafney
16:30 – 17:10 : Fizah Rahim | Machineast
17:20 – 18:20 : Group Forum
KLIF 2023 promises to be an exciting celebration of illustration, offering visitors a chance to learn, connect, and engage with the illustration community. For more information about KLIF 2021 and to stay up-to-date with the latest programme announcements, please visit https://klillustrationfair.my/programme/.
ORGANIZER
The Kuala Lumpur Illustration Fair 2023 is a collaborative project by CREATORS PROJECT ASSOCIATES, FILAMEN, Studio Behind 90, iNCH Lab, and an event partnership with KL ART BOOK FAIR.
Chairman Billie Almashoor (Creators Project Associates)
Vice President Abdul Shakir (FILAMEN)
Creative Director Lai (Studio Behind 90)
Operations Ng Si Juan (Creators Project Associates)
Business Development Jang (iNCH LAB)
KLIF MEDIA REPRESENTATIVE
Name : Billie Almashoor (Chairman for Kuala Lumpur Illustration Fair 2023)
Contact : +6016 2129415
Email : billie@klillustrationfair.my