Le Tea Leaf

It’s always nice to go out to KawaiiKon in Oahu because of all the lovey folks and friends who stop by, chat, and support (not to mention how much I enjoy the island). So thank you all! Here’s an inked commission I did this year for a lovely couple who originally had me do this as a sketch, and came back to have me refine it, as well as another small commission too! . . . . . #letealeaf #art #artist #vietnameseamericanartist #artagram #instaart #sketch #lineart #draw #drawing #kawaiikon #commission #illustration #illustragram #ink #brushpen #artistsofig #thankyou #artistsofinstagram #copic https://www.instagram.com/p/BwiXlSAFbln/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1r0sepu2vb00z

@giantrobotstore opens Cats vs Dogs tonight at 6:30 PM PST (already open!) on Sawtelle! Here’s a small look into the piece I did for the show, so if you’re in the area, check it out! . . . . . #letealeaf #art #artist #vietnameseamericanartist #artagram #instaart #sketch #lineart #draw #drawing #paint #painting #illustration #illustragram #ink #winstonandnewton #holbein #cat #petportrait #giantrobot #gallery #artistsofig #artistsofinstagram #fabercastell (at Giant Robot Store) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwgCc07FiAU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1xl5gjhzuf8m0

Belated, but many thanks to all that I got to see at Wondercon last month! I’m back to the grind of commissions and zines for the moment, but here is my favorite commission I did at the con of Myshka from Divinity of Valiant Comics . . . . . #letealeaf #art #artist #vietnameseamericanartist #artagram #instaart #sketch #lineart #draw #drawing #myshka #divinity #valiantcomics #illustration #illustragram #ink #brushpen #artistsofig #artistsofinstagram #copic #commission https://www.instagram.com/p/BwfyOpTlQ-t/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=989evg32xbjk

Before I forget as always, I’ll be here at KawaiiKon AA table 347 for this whole weekend out here in Honolulu! #letealeaf . . . . . #art #artist #vietnameseamericanartist #oahu #kawaiikon #animeconvention #hawaii #artistalley #convention #artistsofig #artistsofinstagram #honolulu https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv75wx2lIU2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1feel4svpzl4h

‘In Full Bloom’ by @houangm starring @thekieuchinh (with titles by @tiffanyjamieliang) will be screening at the @atlantafilmfestival on 4/6 at 2PM! If you’re in the area, tickets are still available! Glad that I had the opportunity to create a poster ✨✨✨ . . . . . #letealeaf #infullbloom #shortfilm #filmfest #atlantafilmfestival #atlff #vsco #vscovoices #art #artist #vietnameseamericanartist #artagram #instaart #sketch #lineart #illustration #illustragram #ink #artistsofig #artistsofinstagram @accessventures @johnlzd @vanagrama @christopher.c.ripley (at Hawaii Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv464C7FvTq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1p6dzzkh7uybe

Oh, yes, I am at Wondercon at AA table B-31! Come visit before I fly off for KawaiiKon next weekend! #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BvpIy8Wlg6W/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1s3e8wo5wdrga

Sometimes, people just think Apollo is a stuffed animal; I can see why 🤣 . . . . . #Cosmobuns #leobunny #apollobunny #spacebunnies #lionhead #angora #lionheadrabbit #lionheadbunny #bunniesofinstagram #rabbitsofinstagram #petsofinstagram #pets #floof #fluffy #fluffbutt #cute #adorbs #rabbit #bunny #cuddles #silly #badassbunny #bumblebun #apollobunbun #lookmaicansee https://www.instagram.com/cosmobuns/p/BvaPyTyFlFE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1os13rdt7xckn

Looking at old pages compared to the new revamped ones; back to workshop preparations for today though. #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BvNH58fFNdD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=8u6r80rm3dy5

So many things coming up! Workshops! Conventions! Which, I guess, justifies my untamed collection of planners and journals. Using @mosseryco to keep track of events and daily tasks, and picked up a Traveler’s Notebook from @baumkuchenstudio (courtesy of @ameruu ‘s influence haha). . Art in the Park (this Saturday, the 16th): I’ll be leading a little workshop to paint plant pots among other events; bring home a free succulent! . Circumnavigating Convention (Tuesday, the 19th): I’ll be doing a collaborative zine-making workshop with @vietriseoc . The event is open to the community! . Wondercon (March 29th - 31st) . Kawaii-Kon (April 5th - 7th) . Claremont Zine Fest (April 13th) . And honestly more going into May to be confirmed! #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BvA6JLsl58V/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15cpfbarvtsv4

Been a bit quiet, but hopefully that means I’m hard at work, haha. Here’s a little look into a project I’m working on, but honestly, how does one comic? #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BuXX_MuFGNR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fz8ackqbfvpw

Last one from the show, or technically the first: Klotho, the “Spinner,” who spins the thread of life. #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt9boRxlbv8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=13gf3er5r9itl

Lakhesis, the “Apportioner of Lots,” of the Moirae, who portions out the length of the string of life. #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt6pQgfFL87/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=jndk8wl22wuo

Happy Chocolate Day for those who celebrate! This snippy photo is probably not the most appropriate one for the day, but wanted to share a little close up of the red envelope I did for @capsule_corner . I based the three I did on the Moirae (aka the Fates) from Greek mythology, and the one here is Atropos, “she who cannot be turned,” who cuts the string of life. #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt4UDh3l1uK/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rj9q5c5mm47j

Just to balance out the other #artvsartist I did, here’s one with a myriad of my work and stylizations I dabble in. Not my typical selfie either, but I like how poof my hair is here. #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BtzTNTJlxei/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=170eej705m714

Last post-it from the Post-It Show 14 at @giantrobotstore this past year! I was very glad to hear that they all sold out, and as always happy to participate in these shows. . Also, WOW, hello new followers! Thank you for such a reception to my #artvsartist post earlier! 💖 #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BtwOafGFack/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=k55825riqesv

Late to the #artvsartist as I am to all things, but here I am - I thought it’d be appropriate to use the only selfie I have in the same tones of water as how I draw all watery things, haha ✨💧✨🙃✨ #letealeaf https://www.instagram.com/p/BttxihElm7f/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1r7p7md40szm3

Got to sneak peek at the Lucky 88 Art Show this past Tuesday, and the show officially opens today at 4 PM to 9 PM at @noustousla - many thanks again to @capsule_corner for having me! #letealeaf (at Nous Tous Gallery & Store) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtrdnAZliRP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=is63n4umrkbg