Acky Bright is a highly acclaimed manga artist and illustrator, renowned for his captivating “kawakakkoii” style drawings that pay homage to the golden age of Japanese manga and anime. With an impressive portfolio spanning both domestic and international projects, Acky has left an indelible mark on the industry.

Collaborating with esteemed Japanese media companies, he has crafted mesmerizing manga and character designs. Notably, since 2020, he has also lent his exceptional talents to renowned American companies such as DC Comics and Hasbro. His new DC Comics series, “KNIGHT TERRORS: ANGEL BREAKER vol. 1 & 2,” was released in July 2023.

Acky’s latest art book, “B/W” (PIE International), released to widespread acclaim last year, continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. Building on its resounding success, the book is poised to captivate a global audience, ensuring that art aficionados worldwide can experience the brilliance of Acky’s work.

In addition to his extraordinary achievements above, Acky has embarked on an exhilarating in commercial field with global corporations. In 2021, Acky embarked on a groundbreaking partnership with BMW of Germany, where he conceptualized and brought to life a manga series inspired by a real-life esports professional team. The following year, his artistic prowess shone through in his meticulous character designs and artwork for the Japanese adaptation of the immensely popular German novel “WOOD WALKERS.”

In 2023, he was entrusted with the remarkable task of creating the official coloring book for NETFLIX’s sensational Korean drama “Squid Game” (Penguin Random House). Meta discovered Acky Bright for their new brand campaign, “It’s Your World,” in collaboration with Coi Leray to create a new manga to promote their project. In Japan, Acky drew a 22-page pilot manga titled “JERART” for one of the largest energy companies, JERA, to convey the corporate message to their global future generations.

In 2024, Acky embarked on an illustrious collaboration with McDonald’s Japan, serving as the principal character designer for the brand’s second music video campaign. This campaign was highlighted by contributions from renowned Japanese artists YOASOBI and VAUNDY. Concurrently, Acky led the charge for McDonald’s Global in a month-long manga and anime-inspired promotion campaign named “WcDonald’s,” which spanned over 30 territories, including the U.S. and Canada. This campaign showcased Acky’s character designs across various mediums—advertising, packaging, digital manga, and anime short videos. Launched in February 2024, the campaign received widespread acclaim, with Acky’s characters and designs also laying the groundwork for an “immersive dining experience” at a physical restaurant location in Los Angeles.

Demonstrating his versatility as an artist, Acky has mastered the art of live drawing, enchanting audiences worldwide with his awe-inspiring performances on large canvases. From Tokyo to Los Angeles and New York, his captivating live drawing exhibitions have mesmerized fans. Building on his immense popularity, Acky was honored as a Guest of Honor at Anime Expo 2023 and Anime NYC 2023, where he graced the stage, captivating attendees with his remarkable live drawing performance.

Prepare to be spellbound as Acky Bright continues to push the boundaries of manga artistry, leaving an indelible mark on the world stage.