KL Illustration Fair was founded by a group of five passionate individuals in 2022, each bringing unique skills and perspectives to the table.
Despite having distinct roles, they often found themselves collaboratively tackling various tasks to bring their vision to life. The team includes:
- President: Billie Almashoor, also known as BILAROBOT of Creators Project Associates.
- Vice President: Ng Si Juan, also known as SI JUAN of Creators Project Associates.
- Creative / Curation: Lai, the creative mind behind Studio Behind 90, also known as BookofLai.
- Business Development: Jang, from Inch Lab, also known as Designer Toy Jang.
- Advisor: Abdul Shakir of Filamen.
Their vision? A bridge between the art world and the commercial world. They craved an event that nurtured local talent while showcasing international artists on a grand stage. It all began with the idea of a simple showcase, but their ambition grew to include conferences and a platform for fostering dialogue within the creative community.
The journey wasn’t always easy. But fueled by their shared passion for illustration and a fervent desire to nurture the Malaysian art scene, they persevered. And in 2024, their dream became a reality.
Founded on our love for all things illustration
And the belief of providing expansive opportunities for new, and iconic talent – KLIFis a progressive arts hub – that celebrates works from contemporary illustration, right up to digital and animated work.
What Is It About?
KLIF strives to exhibit, learn, share, and create opportunities within the Malaysian illustration community and to promote community engagement including attracting tourism, trade and talent to destination.
The event includes art exhibitions, artwork, merchandise sales, talks, as as well as a networking center for artists to connect with prospective buyers, media, and partners.
From Left: Lai (Book of Lai), Abdul Shakir (Filamen), Billie Almashoor (Creative Project Associates) , Ng Si Juan (Creative Project Associates), Jang (Inch Lab)
KL Illustration Fair Email: klillustrationfair@gmail.com
Website: https://klillustrationfair.my
