Cats have the power to turn your life upside down and that’s what one Malaysian artist learned when an adorable black kitty walked into their life. It was love at first sight, and Studio After Cigs founder quickly started sharing silly illustrations inspired by their hilarious new pet.
The talented Malaysian artist adopted their black cat Pow Pow after stumbling upon her in their housing area in early 2021. It felt like fate brought them together, and Pow Pow’s grumpy and sassy cattitude inspired her owner to capture her antics for all to see.
The Studio After Cigs founder describes themselves as a self-taught and always learning artist, and Pow Pow inspired them to push themselves artistically.
“I find my inspiration in my little feline companion. Each brushstroke is a journey of discovery as I capture her colors, textures, and emotions of her… I’m constantly pushing my boundaries and exploring new techniques to bring my feline subjects to life,” they told Bored Panda.
This artist is on a quest to convey the sassiness and complexity of cats through Pow Pow, and they’re definitely succeeding. There’s no challenge she can’t face – with a wine glass in hand – and over 370,000 people on Instagram can’t get enough of her silly adventures.
