When Artsy started out as a streamer in 2017, she decided she wanted to be a VTuber. VTubing is a form of vlogging that originated in Japan and involves the use of virtual avatars, rather than physical selves, to create videos or streaming content. Artsy was already a fan of using the VRChat platform and had a background in design. The idea of using an avatar appealed to her creative side. She con
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