Pearl Slug Studio

Pearl Slug Studio is a Melbourne/Naarm-based zine and art book publishing imprint dedicated to fostering emerging creators and artists. They see books as dynamic, open vessels - transforming imaginative, unconventional ideas into tangible, shareable forms. Their mission is to push the boundaries of bookmaking as an artistic practice while cultivating a vibrant community of visual and textual creators.

Rooted in the Chinese cultural sphere and deeply inspired by Asian traditions, Pearl Slug seeks to bridge cultures, creating meaningful dialogues with diverse global creators. They embrace the challenges of producing and distributing books within the Chinese-speaking world, striving to amplify the voices of young Asian artists with shared aspirations.

Since its establishment in 2020, Pearl Slug Studio has published over 25 unique titles and participated in more than 15 international art book fairs, including events in Melbourne, New York, London, Shanghai, and Kuala Lumpur. Their annual RAGING magazine series has been collected by the Thomas J. Watson Library of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reflecting their growing recognition in the global art book community.