Once a serious (?) design student, she graduated from the University of South Australia with a bachelor’s degree in “Visual Communications”, specializing in illustration. She loves reading manga, is a huge fan of Studio Ghibli, and is sick of writing about herself in the third person.

So let’s try this. Hi! You may remember me as the author of that goofy doujinshi-style comic, “Emergency Girls”. I only ever finished 3 volumes before various things happened to halt my schedule. That was a long time ago (back when dinosaurs outnumbered McCafes). Anyway, if you purchased an issue, and actually care what happens next, then don't despair! I'm working on a fourth volume - just don't expect to see it anytime soon. ^_^'

I’ve also branched into the fashion market, creating a t-shirt range that showcases my anime inspired artwork. My earlier collections are currently out of stock (all sold), but I’ve released a new series that I’m going to sell here online and in selected stores. If you’re a local, pop into Shin Tokyo to view my shirts in person.

In years past I set up a stall at AVcon (the Adelaide Anime and video games convention), so I’ve been fortunate enough to meet some of my fans. A lot of you gave me really encouraging feedback, so thank you to everyone who has supported my art and bought my merchandise! <3

Unfortunately I’ve been missing from the local art scene for a while (I was busy spawning heirs to my
non-existent empire). I don’t have much else to say about myself except that I’m actually very boring
– and that’s why I have time to draw. ^o^

Thanks for reading!
Tsumi-chan. xox

VITAL STATISTICS (and useless trivia)

Age: 27

Height: 1.56m

Weight: 56 kg and gaining!

Sign: Sagittarius / Dog

Blood type: AB (that must be why I have such a split personality)

Hobbies: reading manga, drawing, eating, sleeping, trying to stay sane

Collects: Blythe Dolls, Art books, lucky cats, cute things

Loves: Her family, being comfortable, mild sunny days, upbeat music, bakery smell,
her desk, drawing with new pens, snacks, her imaginary friend

Hates: Cigarette smoke, careless motorists, losing stuff, the smell of fish,
and of course the many and various horrors that humankind inflicts upon itself day
after day after day after day after day

Bad Habits and Negative traits: Over eats, Overreacts, Interrupts conversations when excited,
Cries easily, Can't budget, Prone to moodswings, Depends on others too much, Draws self too cute

Redeeming Qualities: Usually means well, Bakes for friends, Uses recycled toilet paper (?!)

Favourites:

Artist: Masamune Shirow - the man is a genius

Animal: Cats

Manga: Swan, Skip Beat, Love Com

Anime: GTO

Movie: The Cat Returns

Food: Hot chips!

Pocky: Men’s. Dark chocolate is yummy, and I can write it off as medicinal
(it's full of those nifty anti-oxidants)

FAQ.

Q. How long have you been drawing?
A. Since I could pick up a pencil.

Q. Why do you draw so many bishoujo charcters?
A. I love drawing cute girls. Probably because growing up I wasn’t one.
Think braces, basin hair cut, giant eyebrows – you get the picture.

Q. Do you make good money doing this?
A. Haven’t you ever heard the term “starving artist”?

Q. Are you a yaoi fangirl?
A. I don't hate yaoi, but I'm not especially into it. I love yuri though! <3

Q. Have you ever drawn naughty pictures?
A. Of course I have.

Q. Will you draw some for me???
A. Sorry, I no longer produce risqué artwork for money. Now it’s strictly for fun.

Q. I want to do shirts too. I want to do everything you’ve done. Tell me how?
A. Umm.. no.

Q. Why not? If you don't tell me how can I copy you?
A. ARGH! GO AWAY! >_<’

Q. What are you wearing right now?
A. This interview is over. -__-