Move over, Hello Kitty, Pokemon and manga. Make room for the new pop culture craze from Japan: ball-jointed dolls, also known as BJDs. Already huge in Japan and South Korea, these hand-sculpted, ...

As more and more young people turn to short video platforms like Douyin (TikTok) and Kuaishou to express their creativity, new trends have been appearing one after another. The latest trend? Posing ...

Nguyen Thi Thu Nga, a 90s-born artist from Hai Phong city, is one of the few in Vietnam crafting high-end ball-jointed dolls, whose unique style and cultural flair are captivating collectors worldwide ...

SHANGHAI — Walking around her studio, Gong Xin’s face lights up when she walks past her favorite girl. “This is my oldest daughter!” the 30-year-old says with a whimsical grin. Wearing a boho outfit ...

A faceup artist paints the face and makeup for BJDs, or ball-jointed dolls. These flawless, lifelike dolls are made of resin and have ball joints that allow incredible flexibility. First ...

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:20:18 GMT — â??We go from, â??Wow, these are really amazingâ??, to â??Wow, these are really creepyâ??,â?? Co-owner of Mint on Card, Jim Chan said.â?? Jim Chan and his wife Lindsey ...

Bui Thinh Da. Photo provided by the character. Self-taught in the art of crafting unique dolls, a Vietnamese student has not only satisfied his personal passion but has also won over international ...

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