2020 was chaotic. In politics, everything happened; but for the ordinary person, nothing happened. Through the lens of art, one…
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AOTM: Potret P. Ramlee by Aris Aziz
Every month, we feature artwork from Penang State Art Gallery’s permanent collection. By Rebecca Yeoh Aris Aziz, Potret P. Ramlee,…
Dance artist Yee Sue Ki comes full circle in the community
Community projects evolve society’s understanding of culture and heritage as observed in Yee Sue Ki’s encounters with Arts-ED Penang. By…
5 creative entrepreneurs putting innovative spins on traditional crafts
Want to support your local artisans? Here’s a list of Malaysian brands changing the artisan enterprise landscape with their creative…
AOTM: Lovers Embrace by Heng Eow Lin
Every month, we feature artwork from Penang State Art Gallery’s permanent collection. By Rebecca Yeoh Heng Eow Lin, Lovers Embrace,…
Leroy Luar’s otherworldly jewellery fuses tradition and innovation
This metalsmith’s work goes beyond accessorising, transporting us into myths, underwater worlds, and the deep past. By Eryn Cheng A…
'Kelas Tidur' is now wide awake: How sound and movement facilitate mental healing
How do science and the arts cross boundaries for the greater good? We talk to the co-founders of The Healing…
A reading list: Art writing for thinkers, feelers, and the curious
Unfortunately, COVID cases are climbing and we’re advised to stay home again. While we wait for things to pick back…
AOTM: Self Portrait by Lee Cheng Yong
Every month, we feature artwork from Penang State Art Gallery’s permanent collection. By Kay Lynn Chua Lee Cheng Yong, Self…