Hi! I’m Anis and I’m a part time small art shop owner, self taught illustrator and content creator. Despite not having a formal education in art, I have over 4 years of experience selling my art online and about a decade of posting my art on social media under the name CoConutterist.
As a queer POC artist, my goal for my art is to spread all sorts of messages- of joy, pain and resistance.
I take inspiration from Japanese kawaii culture, particularly from franchises like Sanrio and Chiikawa, but I try to add a bit of a chaotic twist with my choice of bright saturated colours and a bit of a snarky attitude.
I am currently working on my mini comic project Foobs and Grog! Which is a project of a series of one-shot, slice of life style comics based on my experience dealing with ADHD and Anxiety.
Portfolio
CoConutterist
Foobs and Grog (WIP)
Foobs and Grog is my one shot mini comic project that I’m creating based on my experiences with anxiety and ADHD but also with a little bit of whimsy.
Exhibitor Experience
Despite running an Etsy store for 4 years, I wanted to try and connect with my audience in person especially as someone trying to pursue a career in content creation and comic illustration. As such, I’ve recently decided to start tabling at conventions and art fairs to reach my audience and to connect with new artists!
So far, I have vended at small fairs, HyperJapan, Megacon and Animecon, with HyperJapan Manchester 2025 being my first convention I’ve vended at. Despite only having done 3 conventions to date, I absolutely enjoy the atmosphere that the conventions bring! It has been wonderful to meet my viewers, meet new friends, and connect with likeminded people who not just enjoy art but appreciate it wholeheartedly.
