I recently had a great chat Interview with CVLTARTES where I got really honest about Jane Candy. We talked about how she’s so much more than just a character I draw. She’s truly become my creative alter ego and a channel for my own identity. It was fun to dissect her unique mix of dark pin-up, goth, and anime vibes that somehow just click and create this deep bond with everyone who follows her world.
We dove into the juicy stuff — like how the work balances sweet, candy-coated visuals with a touch of real melancholy, and why that emotional release is so core to my process. It’s wild to see how being genuine in my art has built this amazing, interactive Candy Land community. If you’re curious about the deeper story behind the illustrations, you’ll love the full conversation over on CultArtes!
When Alter Egos Take Over: Jane Candy’s Soul-Trapping Illustrations
Published on OCTOBER 30, 2023 by DANIEL ALEXANDER