Azam Aris

try to depict my process in my artwork. And this process involves using different images from a variety of places which I then put together in a scenario and juxtapose with the image of a burning astronaut. The intention here is to create...

The work here is a tribute to my first born. I see flames as the spark that ignites my passion to continue with my artistic expressions. This artwork celebrates my excitement in embracing family life. A child is akin to a gift and a source...

‘What Turns Me On’ is a metaphor for my art career. As an outsider artist with no formal training and zero ability to draw and paint, I am forced to try and experiment with all sorts of mediums and methodologies. Sometimes I get amazing...

I believe personal items and living spaces constitute an individual’s personal life. I deconstruct and rebuild visual relationships as I draw figures, objects and space to explore the state of a person’s life. “Deluge” is the theme of...

I would like to share the journey of my career as an artist through my artwork. This particular artwork visualises my experiences through a selection of images that represent past and current memories juxtaposed against collage and painting...

My artwork invariably reflects personal experience. In this case, my choice of colours is influenced by comics. I have an interest in faces and portraits. For me, a face is a subject matter that is balanced and has expression. The position...

Artists are normally viewed as unique and sometimes even bizarre. Their perspectives on life might be different, even radical compared to the average person. However, they play an important role in society and provide a balance in the...

This particular work of mine is based on my experience living in a city. The imposing pressure of urban life moves me to feel the importance of embracing nature. This artwork is part of the outdoor activities series. Here, I explore the...

I express my sentiments on current issues in my craft. This time, I am reacting to issues in the world’s favourite sport, soccer. My thoughts on the news of corruption and gambling currently scandalising the world of soccer inspire my...

As an artist, it is important for me to paint a self- portrait. This figure of a girl skipping rope in a studio represents me. Skipping rope in the studio is symbolic of how I see my life. Sometimes in skipping rope, just like in life, you...

Every life is unique and this is my attempt to depict different circumstances of life on one canvas. This is a series of comics where each storyboard concept is a different situation that does not adhere to a fixed reading sequence. The...

My artwork expresses concerns about endangered animals and animal rights. I used the body language of the animals to evoke sadness. I then moved on to the migration series to expose the destruction of animal habitats as a result of human...

In creating this artwork, I chose the `destruct to create’ approach. I removed a surface to create a shape, something new and different. The idea here is to connect with something that we pay little attention to. I pick subjects such as...

This work is a response to the current political situation in the country. Carved manually on MDF board, the whole work is composed of two figures, a portrait, a weapon with a hand on its handle and mini plant with...

“Raksasa Bawah Katil” (The Monster Under The Bed) is about something frightening that haunts the self each time one is about to fall asleep. This work, with its dark surreal aspects, is a continuation of another work I had produced earlier....

Crisis-Self Defence: is my personal reflection on the situation and happenings in the local art scene. To have staying power in the artworld is no easy feat. Besides the constant pressure to deliver outstanding work...

This work is an invitation to the audience to enter my world. I want them to experience the chaotic existence of living in the city with its many challenges and offerings. I live in Gombak, with its diverse ethnic...

This work reflects my response as one who is deeply affected by the destruction of our natural environment today. It also reflects my concern for the existing greenery that surrounds our living spaces. Due to humanity’s insatiable greed...

Most of my works were influenced or inspired by Malay culture, proverbs and paradigm. This involves a combination of human and animal imageries in representing characters and their characteristics. Besides passion...

Through this work, I present my interpretation of a traditional totem in a contemporary context with the aim of making it relevant to today’s society. The intricate design that makes up a major portion of the sculpture is derived from...

The Malay proverb ‘Kucing lalu, tikus tiada berdecit lagi’ refers to the behavior of certain people i.e. those who are usually noisy but suddenly becomes quiet in the presence of an authoritative figure. Other Malay proverbs...

An artist’s sensitivity towards his or her culture can be gauged from the choice of materials used in their artworks. I constantly find myself utilising soft and flexible materials in my work because they can be easily shaped and managed....

I learnt that the nation state is a product of colonialism. A colony claims independence and becomes a nation state. It then struggles to groom her own identity and visions based on her cultures, histories, wealth and politics. My...

The earth (tanah) is an expression of the timeless relationship between mankind and nature. It also expresses mankind’s appreciation for natural beauty. This mixed media work is made with mono printing and oil paint....

eksadas noun a mass departure of people, especially immigrants. synonyms: mass departure, withdrawal, evacuation, leaving; Exodus is the title of my entry for the Young Guns Award and traveling exhibition. The painting is...

Young Guns

Azam Aris

Ruzzeki Harris

Chi Too

Seah Zelin

Anisa Abdullah

Haslin Ismail

Samsudin Wahab

Chong Ai Lei

Al- Khuzairie Ali

Fadilah Karim

Donald Abraham

Najib Bamadhaj

Muhammad Akhmal Asyraf

Sabihis Md Pandi

Syahbandi Samat

Shafiq Nordin

Khairudin Zainudin

Khairul Izham

Meor Saifulah Lulaed

Anniketyni Madian

Jamil Zakaria

Yim Yen Sum

Edroger C. Rosili

Faizal Suhif

Fawwaz Sukri

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