Born and bred in Hong Kong, the multifaceted Stanley wears different hats as an illustrator, designer, concept artist, creative director and co-founder of Imaginary Friends Studios —a world acclaimed digital art studio that produces high quality artworks for the likes of Capcom, DC Comics, Marvel Comics and other giants in the entertainment and gaming industry. Formally trained in graphic design and advertising, Stanley’s art is imbued with a strong sense of aesthetics and visual fluidity.

It is a perfect blend of eastern and western art styles. Presently, Stanley and his partners of IFS (Kendrick & Kai) are running an award winning full-time diploma course in Digital Design & Illustration for aspiring artists worldwide, in collaboration with 3dsense Media School Singapore.

Planet Comicon Kansas City is offering the opportunity to purchase, in advance, a Planet Comicon KC Exclusive Stanley “Artgerm” Lau Variant for X-Men United #1- Phoenix Cover. There are 2 exclusive versions. One is a Virgin Variant, and the other is a Variant w/Trade Dress. The Virgin Variant is ONLY available in the 2-pack for pre-purchase. The 2-pack set will include 1 (one) Variant with Trade Dress and 1 (one) Virgin Variant. This pre-purchase 2-pack offer will save you $10 over purchasing them separately on-site, IF quantities allow. You can also purchase in advance, a Planet Comicon KC Exclusive Stanley “Artgerm” Lau Cover for X-Men United #1 (Phoenix Cover- trade dress). This will include 1 (one) Variant Edition. YOU MUST bring your QR code to the Planet Comicon Merchandise Booth #803 to redeem. We will NOT ship. No grade is attached to the book. To purchase in advance, please select “Merchandise- Limited Edition” in our ticket platform.

Order yours here: https://checkout.conventions.leapevent.tech/eh/Planet_Comicon_Kansas_City_2026