Unicorn Lover

My name is Kik. I was born in Bangkok, Thailand. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Tourism Management as well as an MBA from the University of Greenwich. You must be thinking – but wait a minute, that has no relation to art! LOL! You see, my family had wanted me to secure a job in the corporate world, in the confines of an office. However, I had other plans for myself and chose instead, to push myself and follow my dreams. Now, I am a full-time designer toy artist! Yay! ​ My interest in art started at a very young age. I love exploring new techniques and trying out new methods. This has allowed me to vary my creations, yet always staying true to my love for all things fun and colourful. ​ In June 2017, I introduced Kik Toyz to the world. It has only been a few months since I started making toys, but my art journey actually began in 2010. Polymer clay and art dolls were my passion and inspiration back then. After graduating with a Master’s Degree, I returned to Bangkok and found myself yearning to craft again. Unfortunately, all my tools were left in Singapore. I KAWS’ Companion is one of the most iconic figures created by the artist Brian Donnelly, known as KAWS. The Companion character features a cartoon-like figure with a skull-shaped head, crossed-out eyes, and gloved hands, resembling classic animation characters but with a distinct melancholic and introspective expression. Since its debut in the late 1990s, Companion has been released in various forms, including vinyl toys, large-scale sculptures, and limited-edition collaborations. The character is often depicted in different poses, such as covering its face in distress, reclining, floating, or standing tall, reflecting themes of isolation, vulnerability, and contemplation. Strangecat Toys is a designer toy store based in Tampa, Florida, specializing in urban vinyl toys, art toys, customs, plush toys, and more. Owned and operated by a husband and wife team, the store offers a curated selection of collectibles from both established and emerging artists. The physical store is located at 4338 S Manhattan Ave, Tampa, Florida 33611