About the Artist
Aimi Hikaru is a Malaysian comic artist, writer, and founder of Aaimi Art Studio. She has been writing novels since 2018 and creating stories through both words and illustrations. Working from her cozy home, Aimi is currently developing a personal storytelling and illustration project. When she’s not lost in a daydream, she loves travelling, discovering new inspirations, and sharing her art online; a journey she began in 2022.
CV
Education
2010 – Landscape Architecture | LADS | MARA University of Technology
2006 – English Language Proficiency with Distinction | The Academy of Language Studies | MARA University of Technology
Experience
2022-Present – Self-employed, freelance illustrator, comic artist, and founder of Aaimi Art Studio
2019-2021 – Published author of Malay fiction
2013 – Ministry of Health public official
2011 – Cashier clerk / hotel administration employee
2010 – Pre-school teacher
Exhibition
21st-23rd February 2025 – Nijiket@Nijigen Expo, MIECC (Mines International & Exhibition Convention Centre), Seri Kembangan, Selangor
21st-22nd December 2024 – Comic Fiesta 2024, KLCC (Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre), Kuala Lumpur
Workshops & Events Attended
2024 – Comic Art Festival Kuala Lumpur(CAFKL), Fahrenheit 88, Kuala Lumpur
2023 – Comic Fiesta 2023, (KLCC) Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
2019 – Archipelago Writing Workshop with Whitecoat Publication, WTC, Kuala Lumpur
2007 – Waste Material Design Competition, UiTM Perak
2007 – Landscape Architecture Seminar, Landscape Diversity & It’s Importance, UiTM Perak
Awards
2020 – MPH Weekly Best-Seller of Malay Fiction | Benar Kucinta Dia
2019 – MPH Weekly Best-Seller of Malay Fiction | Kupilih Hatimu
October 2007 – Landscape Architecture Academic Excellence, UiTM Seri Iskandar, Perak
April 2007 – Landscape Architecture Academic Excellence, UiTM Seri Iskandar, Perak
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Clip Studio Paint Pro/EX
- Procreate
Language Skills
- Malay: Native
- English: Professional Working Proficiency
- Korean: Intermediate
List of Works
August 2026-Present – Oyen’s Diary (Short comics)
May 2025-Present – Cat Comic Diaries (Webcomic)
July 2024 – The Cafe Prince (Art book)
2021 – Sudah Aku Mengerti (Paperback in Malay edition)
2020 – Benar Kucinta Dia (Paperback in Malay edition)
2019 – Kupilih Hatimu (Paperback in Malay edition)
2018 – Other completed and incomplete manuscripts on Wattpad
Aimi Hikaru’s Illustration Gear
Digital Software:
Adobe Photoshop
Clip Studio Paint
Procreate
Digital Illustration:
Wacom Cintiq 16
iPad Pro 10
Traditional Art Supplies:
Sketchbooks
Drawing Pencil
Art Lines
Copic Multi Liner
Color Pencil
Copic Marker
Contact info
info@aaimiart.com
Certificate
Some of my self-teaching, skills, and online learning course certificates that I have achieved since 2022
Exhibition
This is some of the comic conventions that I have attended since 2024
Venue:
21st-23rd February 2025 – Nijiket@Nijigen Expo, MIECC (Mines International & Exhibition Convention Centre), Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia
21st-22nd December 2024 – Comic Fiesta 2024, KLCC (Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Apparel & Bags
Art Book & Merchandise
This is some of the merchandise that I will be bringing with me to the aforementioned conventions.
Aaimi Art Studio Workspace
This is my work space, I am always working on my projects in my small but cozy studio at home
