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Adi is a creativepreneur who builds a multi-enterprise based on his creative skills, ideas, and talents.An award winner of The Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations by Asia/Pacific Cultural Center for UNESCO.Founder of Senimankecil.com, an independent creative platform for children.

Awards

The Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations by Asia/Pacific Cultural Center for UNESCO (ACCU).

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Bio

Asmadi Abdul Wahab, known as Adi, was born on February 3, 1976, in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia.His first cartoon was published in the Gila-Gila humor magazine while he was still in school. It inspired Adi to become an artist and made cartoonist Lat his reference.Adi received informal art education from several renowned local artists, including cartoonist Rejabhad, portrait painter Iedet at Pasar Seni, legendary animator CD Hamdan, and the country's leading children's book illustrator, Mohd Yusof Ismail, better known as 'Yusof Gajah'.His talent was first spotted by Cikgu Aziz, the senior manager of an animation production company, when Adi was at Pasar Seni.At the age of 17, Adi began his artistic career at Lensamation, where he worked on notable Japanese animation series such as Dragon Ball, Slam Dunk, Sailor Moon, Shoot, and Crying Freeman for Toei Animation Japan.Based on that experience, he was invited by CD and YM Raja Azmi Raja Sulaiman to start the biographical comic Anak-Anak Sidek, which gained popularity around 1996.Along with novelists YM Raja Azmi, CD, and Salim, Adi was involved in creating the comic from the beginning, which eventually grew into a giant comic and animation company in Malaysia.Adi continued to excel by successfully developing his own animation concept, Edy & Cici, which aired on RTM, ASTRO, and several international TV stations.In 2002, under the guidance of Yusof Gajah, Adi won the prestigious 13th Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustration in Japan.His illustrated work, The Red Cage, has been exhibited at the International Library of Children’s Literature in Tokyo, Japan, and at BIBIANA International House of Art for Children in Bratislava, Slovakia.In 2004, Adi settled in the United Kingdom to further his studies in children's book illustration.Upon his return to Malaysia, he served as an illustrator at Blue-T Publication, headed by Mr. Othman Mohamed and Mrs. Saadah Taib - a well-known company among parents and children that produces Ana Muslim and Sayang Muslim magazines.Adi also joined the Malaysian Board on Books for Young People (MBBY) under the leadership of Datin Paduka Shahaneem Hanoum, working to elevate local children's books to the international stage.In 2007, Adi founded Seniman Kecil, a platform dedicated to providing creative experiences for children in Malaysia and across the globe.

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New Straits Times - 2003

Warta Perdana - 2008

Berita Harian - 2003

Mingguan Wanita - 2008

Malaysiakini - 2024

Seniman Kecil di segi tiga emas Kuala Lumpur.
Pengarang: M Farez Karim

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Animation

The Edy & Cici animation, created by Adi, began as a one-page cartoon in the Anak-Anak Sidek comic. It was later adapted into an animated TV series for RTM, with 52 episodes produced. Adi served as the animation concept designer and art director for his creation.

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Seniman Kecil

Seniman Kecil is an initiative, not a commercial business or formal organisation. Seniman Kecil is an independent creative platform dedicated to providing creative experiences for children in Malaysia and across the globe.

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KL Backpacker

After a series of travels in Asia and Europe, Adi opened a backpacker hostel in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, turning his passion and taking it to a different level.

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Ijen Backpacker

Ijen Backpacker is a hostel and tour operator based in Banyuwangi, East Java, serving as a gateway for travellers eager to witness the breathtaking Blue Fire at Kawah Ijen.

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Ijen Tours

The Traveller’s Gateway to the Magnificent Ijen Blue Fire Crater.

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Slime

ILOVESLIME.COM was born when the world was hit by a pandemic. To stay afloat and remain relevant during the lockdown, Adi learned how to make slime, which eventually became his next masterpiece. His slime creations have brought joy to many children.

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Creative Space

The creative space is a hidden base situated in an old flat, nestled between the past and the modernity of Kuala Lumpur.The space is where Adi works and organises his children's creative initiative programs.

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Room

This space is perfect for individuals seeking a creative environment while traveling in Kuala Lumpur. It is ideal for world travelers, digital nomads, students, or those who work in the city center.

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Motif created by Adi

Adi's illustration work features minimalist designs, perfect for home, office, or business decor. These unique pieces allow you to express your personal style while adding a touch of creativity to any space.

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