The author expresses a deep appreciation for the unique features of people's faces, emphasizing the beauty found in quirks that deviate from conventional beauty standards. Through observational sketching, the author distills indiv...
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The author expresses frustration over their adult comic, 'Alexander Comic', being miscategorized as children's literature in bookstores and libraries. They argue that this mislabeling can lead to misunderstandings about the conten...
The author expresses her grief over the death of Richard Stoneman, an expert on the Alexander Romance, who was her mentor and collaborator for her graphic novel. She shares a story about Alexander's wisdom and how it inspired her ...
The text discusses a comic strip by a white American artist who criticizes the quality of comics nominated for prestigious awards, attributing it to 'White Guilt' of the judges. The author criticizes the artist's arguments and the...
0Bot-Passivity - Blog - Reimena Yee
2024-12-24 •
The author reflects on their recent graduation and the academic environment, expressing their disinterest in pursuing a PhD and their disillusionment with academia. They discuss the increasing use of AI by students for assignments...
The blog post discusses the value of using webcomics as a tool for public history. The author shares her thoughts on creating history-based webcomics, her academic background, and the purpose of her webcomic. She also talks about ...
Reimena Yee will be speaking at an online seminar organized by the University of Limerick and the University of Luxembourg to discuss the ways in which her work interrogates history and historiography, and how comics can be used a...
The blog post discusses the diminishing of exploration on the internet, particularly on social media platforms like Twitter. The author expresses her dissatisfaction with the limited word count and decontextualized presentation of...
The author discusses finishing her masters, recovering creative energies, and being obsessed with a hobby that isn't drawing but is like drawing anyway. She reflects on her graduation ceremony, the challenges of juggling her studi...
0Adults need comics education more than kids
2024-09-03 •
The author argues that adults in gatekeeping positions need more comics education than the youth they are trying to connect with. She emphasizes the importance of adults learning to engage with comics meaningfully, as many lack th...
0rotting pears
2024-08-08 •
The author reflects on the disappointment of learning that a previously admired artist, Neil Gaiman, has been accused of sexual assault. Despite no longer following his work closely, the author acknowledges the influence Gaiman ha...
0Verisimilitude & History
2024-06-24 •
The author reflects on the importance of historical accuracy in visual media, particularly in historical fiction, using examples from popular culture like Assassins Creed and the Netflix documentary on Alexander. She discusses the...
0Outfit of the Days
2024-06-15 •
The author discusses her interest in fashion and how it influences her character design in art. She reflects on her personal style evolution, embracing her physicality, and the impact of fast fashion trends on personal style and s...
0Hot Takes on Malaysian Comics 2024
2024-05-19 •
The author discusses the state of Malaysian comics, highlighting the lack of resources and support for the industry. They also touch on the diverse tastes of Malaysian readers and the unique characteristics of the local comic scen...
The blog post discusses the false dichotomy between 'Big' and 'Small' artists based on follower count and engagement on social media. It emphasizes the importance of rejecting transactional relationships in the creative community ...
0Fascination for Viscera
2024-04-29 •
The author discusses her fascination with body horror in media, contrasting it with her more whimsical works. She explores the themes of Viscera in various forms of art and media, expressing a preference for abstract and surrealis...
0If Only
2024-01-07 •
The blog post reflects on the author's personal experiences as a queer, non-gender conforming individual growing up in Malaysia and studying abroad. It discusses the pressure to leave Malaysia for better opportunities, the challen...
0Hypertext, Beloved
2024-01-01 •
The author reflects on the world's first website, discussing the importance of sharing information and resources online, the evolution of the internet, and the impact of commercial interests on the web. They express a desire to pr...
0Not a Bingo But a Jenga
2023-12-24 •
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0Matching the Past to the Present to the Future
2023-12-22 •
The author reflects on her 5-year journey exploring the Alexander Romance, discussing the challenges of matching the past to the present and future. She contemplates the relevance of Alexander's story in the modern world, addressi...