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Aco Burnett

@acodecodoll.bsky.social

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A Japanese doll maker based in Bristol, UK. Creates articulated puppet-style yokai figures inspired by traditional Japanese monster illustrations. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/691303631/yokai-night-parade-a-book-of-japanese-monster-dolls

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

I believe everyone has their own boundaries regarding these technologies, and that’s absolutely fine.
Please feel free to see it however you feel comfortable; I just hope my intentions as an artist come through.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

I completely understand your concern, and I truly respect your point of view.
The impact of AI on artists is something I take seriously as well.
In my case, the original work and materials were created entirely by myself — I only experimented with a small tool in a limited way.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

That kind of reaction honestly feels a bit intimidating, but I still respect everyone’s choice.
I just hope my work can be seen for its true value.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

I honestly just wanted to share my work — the book of my yokai dolls — and have people appreciate it for what it is.
It makes me sad that something as small as trying an app could make someone reconsider their support.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

Sorry if that rubbed anyone the wrong way! It was just a quick post using an old image — I was just playing around with an app. I’m a CGI artist, and I’m usually not into AI, but I think it’s fine to have a little fun with it sometimes.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 1d

Hi everyone! Thank you so much for supporting my yokai doll art book — it’s finally happening! The books are almost ready to ship.Some backers haven’t added their shipping addresses yet. If that’s you, please update your Kickstarter profile or message me soon so your book won’t miss the shipment.🙏

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 3d

Look so cool one!!!👍👍👍

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 3d

Finished all the packaging!!
Now it’s just a matter of waiting for the printed books and prints to arrive!

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 6d

🖤🖤🖤beautiful illustrations ！

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 13d

The 25 Bakezōri reward figures are finally complete! The acrylic keychains have also arrived — now I’m just waiting for the books and postcards to come back from the printer. Starting next week, I’ll begin packing preparations like wrapping and addressing. Just a little more to go — I’ll do my best!

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · 16d

I always read your update posts, and your project is truly wonderful! The content, the rewards — everything is so well-crafted and complete. I’m deeply moved and truly impressed.

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Matthew Meyer (The Yokai Guy) @yokai.com · Sep 30

Everyone!

Echizen-Wakasa Kidan is LIVE on Kickstarter now!

Pledge from Oct 1st through 31st to get your name in the book! Don't miss this awesome, first-of-its-kind book of Japanese folklore!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/osa...

Echizen-Wakasa Kidan: Strange Tales from Fukui

illustrated stories of yokai, ghosts, and weird tales from rural Japan

www.kickstarter.com

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Sep 30

I’ve been waiting for the launch!
Congratulations!
So exciting!
Can’t wait to see your Yokai’s!

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Sep 14

Recently my Bluesky messages stopped working. I can still make posts and comments, but I can’t open messages—it asks for age verification, and even after resetting, it doesn’t work. Now it’s even asking me to take a face recognition photo. Is this some kind of spam? It’s scary 😱

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Sep 14

Hello! My yokai book is almost finalized and I remade the Nuppeppō for book. I tried using a new squishy material for texture, but it didn’t work well with an armature. The flocking powder made it look messy, but luckily I managed to take good photos before coating, so those will go in the book.

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Sep 7

If you need to reach me, please send me a message on Instagram or X,please.🙏I just checked Facebook, but the U.S. customs regulations seem really strict. I’m also starting to worry whether the shipping costs will be enough when I send things out to everyone.

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Sep 7

Hi Sam. Did you give me some messages??
Somehow, I can’t open any messages on bluesky.😭 I keep getting redirected to the age verification page and asked to confirm, but no matter how many times I set it, it keeps asking me to do it again.

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Cheshire Muser @cheshiremuser.bsky.social · Sep 6

Yokai Illustrator
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/...

Japan-based illustrator @yokai.com Matthew Meyer has drawn over 500 varieties of yokai―supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore. We ask him about his fascination with the phenomenon of yokai.

Available until September 30, 2025

Enchanted by Yokai Monsters: Matthew Meyer / Yokai Illustrator - Direct Talk | NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Japan-based illustrator Matthew Meyer has drawn over 500 varieties of yokai―supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore. We ask him about his fascination with the phenomenon of yokai.

www3.nhk.or.jp

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Aug 3

😱just ignore it!

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Aug 3

🙏🙏🙏Looking great!! Amazing lineup of your products❤️❤️❤️

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Jul 30

Thank you very much!!! having a party to celebrate right now!🤭

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Jul 30

Thank you very much!!! We done it!! I’ll do my best to finish the book in a way that will make you happy and send it to you as soon as possible!

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Jul 30

It’s done!!!

Thank you so much everyone for your support on my project, especially everyone who helped fund it ❤️

Let the Yokai parade begin!!

#yokai

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Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Jul 29

Thank you for your lots of sharing!!! 🙏

Aco Burnett @acodecodoll.bsky.social · Jul 29

One day, the one eye of ‘Kutsutsura’

We’re so close to the end of the Kickstarter!
Make sure to get your book whilst you can,
the kickstarter link is in my profile ✨

Thanks to @leon.keys.photographer for the epic photo

#yokai #yokaiart #yokaibook #kickstarter #foryou #fyp

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