Exhibition catalog for "The Millennials" a group exhibition of fourteen young Malaysian artists, held at Artemis Art from 22 August to 16 September 2019
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Contents
Foreword 3
Participating Artists 4
Artist and Artworks 6
Acknowledgment & Credits 62
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Foreword
One of Artemis Art’s key focus areas is in the promotion of young artists, something we
have been doing since the gallery began back in 2011.
The Millennials brings together fourteen artists belonging to what’s generally known
as Generation Y, or simply Gen Y - those born between the early 80s to mid/late 90s.
With National Day and Malaysia Day just around the corner, the timing to have
this exhibition staged could not have been more opportune. The exhibition was
conceptualized and curated by Harni Jonet, a familiar name in the Malaysian visual art
scene, and someone whom has been closely following the development of visual arts
in the country. Harni helped identify the artists for the exhibition. Artemis Art takes this
opportunity to express our heartfelt and deepest thanks for all the work she has put in
ensuring the exhibition got realized.
Are the concerns among Malaysia’s millennial artists vastly different from their older
peers? It might come as a surprise but at a glance, these young artists share many of
the same concerns as any other Malaysian, artist or otherwise. Concerns about where
the nation is headed, as well as observations about our day to day lives encompassing
areas economic, political and societal, are commonalities that all Malaysians share.
The difference, perhaps, is in how these concerns are articulated, and how they are
approached.
As we welcome the 62nd anniversary of Malaya’s independence, and 56 years of
Malaysia, it’s time we open our eyes, and hearts, to what these young talents have
to tell us. Their concerns, their hopes, and their fears, all point to one important
commonality: that we as a nation need to work towards creating a better Malaysia for
generations to come, a place that all of us inevitably call home.
Selamat Hari Kebangsaan, and Selamat Hari Malaysia... from The Millennials, and
from all of us here at Artemis Art.
UC Loh
Director, Artemis Art
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PARTICIPATING ARTISTS
annisa tajul
diauddin isa
fareez fauzi
hafizuddin lukman
isa ishak
kimberley boudville
loqman haqim
mark tan
megat zaim zhafir
mohamad faisa
muhammad nur syafiq
sarah radzi
syukur rani
tang tze lye
Annisa Tajul
Full name: Annisa binti Tajul Urus
b. 1994 in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Lendu, Melaka, Malaysia
When I was a child, I loved outdoor activities, playing and exploring the insects,
plants and animals. These two artworks are inspired from my childhood memories.
The plants and animals that caught my attention has been my subject matter; Bunga
Raya (Hibiscus) known as our national flower (5 petals which portrays 5 National
Principles) and Harimau (Tiger) symbolizes bravery and strength to Malaysians.
It is to reflect my hope that our country will preserve our natural resources. Most
importantly is the Malayan Tiger, our national symbol whose habitat continues to
be threatened by development. It is believed that the tiger population in the wild
currently stands at less than 300, the important symbolic animal becoming close to
extinction.
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Bunga Beraya (2019), Acrylic on Canvas, 91.5 x 76 cm
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Senang Harimau (2019), Acrylic on Canvas, 61 x 76 cm
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Awards
2018 Anugerah Utama Seni MIDF
2017 Top 100 Jury’s Pick, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
Consolation Prize, Tanjong Heritage Art Competition
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 “Post Card Exhibition“ Surakarta - Shah Alam (Ruang Kubikal)
THE SHOW@ UMAG, Galeri Seni Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur
Unknown, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2018 Publika Art Show: Rebirth, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Individuality (Degree Show), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
Anugerah Seni MIDF 2018
2017 Konteks 05, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
Pameran Eksplorasi Resedensi IV, Saung Banon Arts Studio, Yogyakarta
Memayu Hayung Bawono, Griya Sekar Wangi Art Gallery, Yogyakarta
Art & Style 03 - An Exploration, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
2015 Melaka International Intelectual Exposition (MIEX), Dewan Taming Sari,
UiTM Lendu, Melaka
Tunas Ilham, Galeri UiTM Lendu, Melaka
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Diauddin Isa
Full name: Muhammad Diauddin bin Mohd Isa
b. 1994 in Teluk Intan, Perak, Malaysia
Bachelor of Fine Art (Painting), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
The universe is a gift from God to mankind. I believe all of us are seeking for
happiness and peace. As a Malaysian, I always dream that we can unite and create
a peaceful environment without talking about racist issues. That’s the importance of
the spirit of patriotism in each of us to sustain our love amongst each other. Despite
coming from a rural place, the Kampung Boy portrayed the true spirit of happiness,
peace and harmony without being jeopardized by other issues that can ruin our
future.
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The Kampung Boy and his Hope (2019)
Acrylic and Charcoal on Canvas, 91.5 x 76 cm
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Awards
2016 Consolation Prize, Art Painting category in Vision Petron National Student Art
Competition
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2018 Young Me, A Testimony of Young Emerging Artist, Galeri Seni Universiti
Malaya, Kuala Lumpur
Mini Miniature Art Exhibition, Serambi Karya, Kuala Lumpur
Catharsis, Galeri Seni Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur
Imago Mundi 3 Nations, Hulo Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
2017 ArtBeats, Collaborative Exhibition, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Charity Art Show, Celebration of 100 years Rumah Amal Cheshire, HSBC
Tower, Kuala Lumpur
Col-Laborate 16, Group Show, Galeri Seni Universiti Malaya
Rantour Art Showcase, Rantai Art Festival, 1M4U Sentral
Rantour Art Showcase, Rantai Art, Dataran 1malaysia, Klebang
FASA (Degree Show), UiTM Shah Alam
Rantour Art Show 03, Rantai Art, Bazar Tok Guru, Kota Bharu
Inception, Galeri Alam Impian, Selangor
Rantour Art Show, Rantai Art, Mytown, Kuala Lumpur
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2016 Pameran Galeri Cheritara, Dataran underground, Kuala Lumpur
Vision Petron: National Student Art Competition, Ikano Power Center,
Selangor
JIWA, Balai Seni Negeri Kedah, Alor Setar, Kedah
2015 Open Show Urban Art III, Pelita Hati Gallery of Art, Kuala Lumpur
2014 Prologue (Diploma Show), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar, Perak
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Fareez Fauzi
Full name: Muhammad Fareez bin Mohd Fauzi
b. 1995 in Johor, Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Millennials are born at a time where technology, particularly in the area of computing,
has already been well-established. But rather than use software-based tools to
create an art, I prefer to use my artistic skills and allow my freedom to express my
true-self. I believe the ability to express oneself, be it in art or any other endeavour,
is what I aspires to.
The used of a pop iconography, and symbols that are very recognizable, my work
depicts that while there are inherent dangers in the virtual world, communication
technology is something that has become commonplace and even necessary in this
day and age.
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Samar-Samar (2019), Acrylic, Paint Marker and Spray Paint on Canvas, 91.5 x 76 cm
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Awards
2017 Top 100 Jury’s Pick, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
Finalist, Petron Art Competition
Anugerah Utama Seni MIDF
2016 Finalist, Nando’s Art Initiative
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2018 Imago Mundi 3 Nations, Hulo Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
U12 Group Exhibition, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
2017 Inception, Alam Impian Gallery, Selangor
Rantai Art Tour Exhibition
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2016 Pameran Galeri Cheritara, Dataran Underground, Kuala Lumpur
2015 Orchid Art Competition, Shah Alam
1 x 1, Galeri Titikmerah, Art Row, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
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Hafizuddin Lukman
Full name: Hafizuddin bin Lukman
b. 1995 in Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
This is my new series of work. The idea sparked when I was developing this new
body of artwork. I remember something important when I met Assoc. Prof. Hasnul
Jamal Saidon in the final year assessment, he said that “Karya yang jujur datang
dari diri kita sendiri” (an honest work comes from ourselves). I used to create images
from game symbols in my previous artworks, I admitted I was a gamer since my
childhood, and this is something that I want to develop in my future series because
it’s already part of me. Therefore, in this artwork I used player symbols to represent
the Human Figure Player (myself).
Malaysia Independence Day is just around the corner, I was thinking about the
previous election. The painting is about me doubting the previous election. That
was my first time as a Malaysian to vote for the next government. It is an important
election since it was the first time that new government took over Malaysia after a
six decades. I am wondering if our new government can do a better job from the
previous. I use landscape as a background to show the depth of the subject and
to relate with the content. I also use a building with the Malaysian flag to represent
Malaysia’s tuff. For example, what will happen to this country? I use images to create
random wonderings about what will happen next.
As Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad said in the Prime Minister official website, give them
time to recover this country from previous government’s mistakes. Therefore, I
wonder if I made a right decision. No matter which government rules this country, I
hope we can keeps standing and moving forward.
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Doubt (2019), Mixed Media on Canvas, 91.5 x 91.5 cm
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Awards
2019 First Class Award
2018 Finalist, Waste Art Competition
2015 - 2018 Dean’s List (awarded for four semesters)
Activities & Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Petronas Mural (Phase 2), Wakaf Baru & Rantau, Terengganu
School Mural, SMK Lembah Subang, Damansara
2018 Festival Laman Seni 7, Shah Alam, Selangor
Publika Art Show, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2017 KAREX Art Against AIDS, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2016 Program Mini Karnival Amal Kreatif, Galeri Shah Alam, Selangor
2015 School Level VIsual Art Camp (Facilitator)
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Residencies
2017 Sangkring Art Space, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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Isa Ishak
Full name: Mohamad Isa bin Mohammad Ishaki
b. 1995 in Selangor, Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art & Technology), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang, Kelantan
Social media in this day and age has become part and parcel of our lives, and this
is true for a large portion of the population, regardless of whether they fall into the
millennial demographic or not. One phenomenon that has become apparent is how
quick we have become in judging other people based solely on what we know of
them through social media.
The idea of my work is about what we choose to reveal through our social media
personality becomes the entirety of how we are viewed by others. Whether or not
our demeanor on social media completely represents who we are as individuals
becomes irrelevant; the reality of today is that we are what we post...
We spend hours each day on social media like Instagram, Facebook and Twitter
without realizing that in a way, it affects our lives. It is a reality of what we are now,
as we have witnessed many examples of how postings on social media can (and
do) get misinterpreted, leading to something, which was perhaps in reality quite
inconsequential, being blown out of proportion and ends up becoming an “issue”
worthy of national debate. This is a self-reminder, what we see through social media
doesn’t always represent the whole.
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Desire (2019), Oil on Canvas, 137 x 137 cm
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Awards
2019 Finalist, Malaysia Emerging Artist Award (MEAA)
2018 Jury’s Pick, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
2017 Finalist, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
Finalist, Petron Art Competition
Anugerah Utama Seni MIDF
2016 Finalist, UOB Painting of the Year award
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Spice Select, Nadiine Fine Art, Petaling Jaya
Unknown, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
U12 Revival, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
MEAA Finalist Showcase, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2018 KLIMEX (Miniprint Exhibition), Balai Seni Visual Negara, Kuala Lumpur
Morphosis, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
Merdeka Show, Nadiine Fine Art, Petaling Jaya
Harapan, Taksu Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
Publika Art Show, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
KAREX Art Against AIDS, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2017 Konteks, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
NICE, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
Art and Style 03: An Exploration, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi
MARA, Shah Alam
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2016 Pameran Galeri Cheritara, Dataran Underground, Kuala Lumpur
Shah Alam Open, Galeri Shah Alam, Selangor
Soft Toys Exhibition, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA,
Machang, Kelantan
Diploma Show, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang,
Kelantan
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Kimberley Boudville
b. 1999 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, The One Academy, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
The core of my ink works is the character of a little girl whom I identify as myself,
and most often she appears in a forest terrain. These terrains represent my alternate
reality which provides comfort for when I’m in distress. The laws of nature in the real
world often do not always make sense in my surrealist world, but they give a more
symbolic meaning that is often taken from parts of my life.
Recently I’ve been wanting to introduce more elements that represent my home; my
country. Using the flora and fauna I try to place them into my surreal world which
brings a sense of security and serenity to the girl, as they are symbols from her real
and surreal worlds.
The wanting to introduce new elements come from the realisation that no matter
where life will take me, this country will always be home to me and for it to be part of
my surreal world means that it will always be in my heart.
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This Is My Home (2019), Ink on Paper, 25.5 x 25.5 cm
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Awards
2018 Best of Fine Arts, The One Academy Hall of Fame
2018 Finalist, UOB Painting of the Year award
Shortlisted, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
Finalist, Petron Art Competition
Anugerah Utama Seni MIDF
2017 Finalist, UOB Painting of the Year award
Finalist, Nando’s Art Initiative
2015 Encouragement Prize, Malaysia Top 10 Outstanding Young Artist
Top 10, Raffles Design Competition
Top 20, Digital Art and Animation Competition (DAAC)
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Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Unknown, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2018 Pendulum (Graduation Group Show), The One Academy, Petaling Jaya,
Malaysia
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Loqman Haqim
Full name: Loqman Nur Hakim bin Zainal
b. 1995 in Malaysia
Curently pursuing his Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam,
Malaysia
The millennials have grown up with technology and have been exposed to negative
and bad influences. In this artwork, I symbolize the forest as a youngster; a metaphor
which portrays a similar situation of the forest that is endangered. This phenomenon
is similar with teenagers nowadays. While thriving and work hard, like the forest,
being silent even when faced with all the threats. As an artist, I think it is a need to
protect ourselves from various fears that we must encounter in our future.
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Save Them (2019), Acrylic on Canvas, 75 x 60 cm
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Awards
2017 Jury Award, Anugerah Seni MIDF
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 U12 Revival, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
Spice Select, Nadiine Fine Art, Petaling Jaya
The Show at Universiti Malaya Art Gallery, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur
2018 Anugerah Seni MIDF 2018, Menara MIDF Kuala Lumpur
KLIMEX (Miniprint Exhibition), Balai Seni Visual Negara, Kuala Lumpur
Merdeka Show, Nadiine Fine Art, Petaling Jaya
Morphosis, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
Publika Art Show, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
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2017 Anugerah Seni MIDF 2017, Menara MIDF, Kuala Lumpur
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Mark Tan
b. 1991 in Malaysia
Bachelor of Arts in Drawing and Applied Arts (First Class Honours), University of the West of
England, Bristol, UK
‘Pinnacle’ is made up of 4 paintings stacked in a vertical manner. The formation of
the canvases (from bottom - top) represents the idea of progression and success. It
reflects the transformation of Malaysia; from its hardships and challenges the country
has endured to its continuous advancement toward a better future.
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Pinnacle (2019)
Mixed Media on Canvas
Dimensions Variable (206 x 54 cm stacked)
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Solo Exhibition
2017 Arrangements, OUR ArtProjects, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Rethinking Editions, OUR ArtProjects, Kuala Lumpur
2018 Xcidentally X’mas, OUR ArtProjects, Kuala Lumpur
Heartbreak Hotel, OUR ArtProjects, Kuala Lumpur
2016 Bi-Lateral Bonds, TAKSU Gallery, Singapore
Bi-Lateral Bonds, TAKSU Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
Locals Only!, TAKSU Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
2015 TP II by Cetak Kolektif, HOM Arts Trans, Kuala Lumpur
17th Biennale Internationale De La Gravure De Sarcelles, Sarcelles, France
Presence, The Gallery @ Starhill, Kuala Lumpur
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2014 Synecdoche, Embassy Tea Gallery, London, UK
The Creative Industries Show, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK
2013 By Natural Causes, The Parlour Showroom, Bristol, UK
Unearthed, The Corinium Museum, Cirencester, UK
2012 Form, F Block Gallery, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK
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Megat Zaim Zhafir
Full name: Megat Zaim Zhafir bin Megat Nawawi
b. 1994 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri Iskandar, Perak
(with plans to further his education in the future)
The work of Maruah Bangsa Merdeka (Honor the Nation of Independence) depicts
five high school students standing upright, with both hands placed sideways and
straight down, watching the raising of the Jalur Gemilang. I was trying to capture a
precious moment of an assembly where Negaraku song was sung.
The Negaraku song is the Malaysia’s national anthem. It was selected as the
national anthem when the Malaya gained an independence from the British in
1957. As a national anthem, Negaraku song symbolizes the identity and dignity of
an independent nation. And the flag is a symbol of the sovereignty of a nation that
is closely linked to the patriotic spirit in defending the dignity, race, religion and
nationality. The flag is also a symbol of leadership, honor, dignity and citizenship for
a nation. Therefore, the use of the flag and its honor are a symbol of nationalism.
However, in recent times, the spirit of love for the nation has faded as the
independence culture is less practiced and lack of nationalism. The last time I
remembered, my passion and love for my nation was when I was in high school and
it’s disappeared after pursuing my study in university and started working.
It is a hope that I can regain my love for the nation as I will be the next generation in
continuing the legacy.
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Maruah Bangsa Merdeka (2019)
Watercolour on Paper, Glass Paint and Collage
75 x 60 cm
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Awards
2019 Finalist, Malaysia Emerging Artists Award (MEAA)
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 MEAA: Malaysian Emerging Artist Award, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2017 (Im) Possibilities, Galeri Chandan, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Platform 3: ‘Thrownness’ (Geworfenheit), Galeri Chandan, Publika, Kuala
Lumpur
2016 31, 16 Lorong Kekabu, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur
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2014 Urban Show, Galeri Pelita Hati, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Prologue (Diploma Show), Gallery Al-Biruni, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Seri
Iskandar, Perak
2013 Open Show, Gallery Shah Alam, Selangor
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Mohamad Faisa
Full name: Mohamad Faisa bin Mohd Saari
b. 1993 in Bachok, Kelantan, Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Machang, Kelantan, Malaysia
The artwork is inspired by microscopic bacteriophage; a type of virus that infects
and replicates within bacteria. Bacteriophages are composed of proteins that
encapsulate a DNA or RNA genome and may have structures either simple or
elaborate and their genomes may encode as few as four genes or more. From
the structures of bacteriophages, I create the form of the sculpture combining of
DNA double helix form and protein. We understand that DNA in human contain
instructions for life and survival, including genes trait.
New genetic discoveries provide insights on how life works, helping to prevent and
cure diseases. I use circuit boards, polycarbonate and other found objects as a
material to create the sculpture, fundamentally from recycled items. The form that I
create is a visualization of a unit through knowledge that I gain from technology and
combination of science fiction. This structure will hopefully create interests of people
towards technology and the sciences, as an impact of the imagination and scientific
technology upon society or individuals.
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Genome (2019)
Circuit Board, Polycarbonate, Acrylic, Plastic, Machine Parts, Stainless Steel, Bolt and Nuts
76.2 x 76.2 x 76.2 cm
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Awards
2018 Third Prize, Waste To Art Competition (organized by SWCorp)
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2018 Art Homedec Exhibition, KL Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Movement, Lembaga Muzium Negeri Pulau Pinang, George Town, Penang
Open Show, Gallery Shah Alam, Selangor
Waste To Art Competition, SWCorp., Cyberjaya
B.O.F.A Degree Show, UiTM Shah Alam, Selangor,
4.0 Erti, Universiti Malaya Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
2017 14 TH OITA Asian Sculpture Exhibition, Japan
KAREX Art Against AIDS, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Tanjong Heritage Art Competition
Inception, Alam Impian Art Gallery, Selangor
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2014 Pertandingan Melukis Spontan Warisan Kelantan, Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Dari Tampak ke Mujarad (Diploma Show), Universiti Teknologi MARA,
Machang, Kelantan
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Muhammad Nur Syafiq
Full name: Muhammad Nur Syafiq bin Nizam Shah
b. 1995 in Muar, Johor, Malaysia
Bachelor of Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang, Kelantan, Malaysia
Preservation of nature is one of my main concerns. My artworks portray the
beauty of two different species of Malaysian butterflies that are today rarely seen,
particularly in urban areas, the Red Malay Lacewing and the Rajah Brooke Birdwing.
As the nation developed over the last several decades, preservation of our natural
beauty and resource has been neglected, more importance given towards physical
development, without much regard for the environment and nature.
The artworks highlight both the beauty and the importance of nature, and a reminder
of the beauty that could be lost if we don’t begin to be more caring towards the
environment and our natural surroundings. And as we have seen, nature has a way
of fighting back, often in ways quite disastrous to humans, evidenced by floods and
landslides that we hear occur from time to time.
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The Delicate of Forest I (Malay Lacewing) (2019)
Acrylic and Spray Paint on Primed Canvas
61 x 61 cm
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The Delicate of Forest II (Rajahbrooke Birdwing) (2019)
Acrylic, Gold and Spray Paint on Primed Canvas
91.5 x 60 cm
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Awards
2018 Top 100 Jury’s Pick, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
2017 First Place, KAREX Art Against AIDS competition
2016 Second Prize, The Art of Paintergrity, The Malaysian Institute of Intergrity
(INTEGRITI)
2015 Second Prize, ASEAN Spirit Art Competition
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Unknown, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Young & New VIII, HOM Art Trans, Kuala Lumpur
2018 KAREX Art Against AIDS, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Publika Art Show, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
KLIMEX (Miniprint Exhibition), Balai Seni Visual Negara, Kuala Lumpur
2017 Catharsis, University of Malaya Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
KAREX Art Against AIDS, Black Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
KONTEKS, Faculty of Art & Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
2016 Snap & Draw Competition and Exhibition, Kejohanan Kuda Lasak Piala
YAB Menteri Besar Terengganu
Art and Style: An Exploration, Fine Art Auditorium, Universiti Teknologi
MARA, Shah Alam
2015 Fine Art Diploma Show, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang, Kelantan
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Sarah Radzi
Full name: Sarah Syahirah binti Mohd Radzi
b. 1995 in Selangor, Malaysia
Bachelor (Hons.) of Fine Art (Painting), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang, Kelantan, Malaysia
Whatever the future may hold, it’s best for us to keep going and be hopeful. It could
be a lonely road or a festive one, but it is the people who made what Malaysia is
now, good or bad.
In this series of work, I explore the idea of togetherness. A support that isn’t exactly
there but it still a support. The things that we do and the choices that we’ve made,
will shape what it would become in future and unity will hold us together. I explore by
using ambiguous figures and recognizable objects as a reflection and to illustrate the
commitment and trust between the two subjects.
There will be an obstacle to get through and more things to explore, it’s best to go
through it cooperatively. As the old clichéd adage goes, united we stand, divided we
fall.
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I’ve Got Your Back (2019), Acrylic & Oil Pastel on Canvas, 46 x 30.5 cm
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We’ll Be Fine (2019), Acrylic & Oil Pastel on Canvas, 46 x 30.5 cm
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Awards
2019 Vice Chancellor’s Award, UiTM Shah Alam
2018 Finalist, Aungerah Seni MIDF
2017 Third Place (Video Category), Vision Petron
Jury’s Pick, KAREX Art Against AIDS
2016 Consolation Prize, Pertandingan Melukis Al-Hadharah, Terengganu
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 Unknown, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
2018 SAY Ignite Youth Fest, Galeri Shah Alam
Publika Art Show, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Individuality (Degree Show), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
KLIMEX (Miniprint Exhibition), Balai Seni Visual Negara, Kuala Lumpur
Konteks 05, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
2017 Vision Petron (Video Category), 1 Utama, Bandar Utama, Kuala Lumpur
KAREX Art Against AIDS, Black Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Art & Style 03: An Exploration, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
2016 MARI (Diploma Show), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Machang, Kelantan
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Syukur Rani
Full name: Sarah Syahirah binti Mohd Radzi
b. 1994 in Perak, Malaysia
Bachelor of Fine Art (Painting), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Culture, subculture, and counterculture... these are the focal points that pivot my
two artworks. As many Malaysians, there is a concern about the abandonment
of our various local and traditional cultures, instead opting to adopt and live by
cultures that are seen as imported. Another aspect is the assumptions made about
certain subcultures within society, simply based on the outward appearance of the
individuals belonging to such groups. And oftentimes these assumptions turn out to
be less than accurate.
As Malaysia moves ahead, the question of culture - and its various constituents -
continues to be debated and discussed. But the question that frequently arises: is
culture static, or does it evolve?
In Babi Buta (Blind Pig), I portray the cruciality of nowadays lifestyle, where we prefer
to follow outsiders’ culture and our culture has being disowned and neglected. As
of now, no one knows and understands what’s the movement is all about. They just
follow unreasoned move.
The work of Pencinta Keamanan (Our Peace Lovers) is inspired by the sub-cultures
in Malaysia that often associate with these people and consider them as a criminal
group and vandalism. But after my research, not all of them are criminals, it just the
expression in rejecting the corrupted politics. The difference between them and the
artist is they interpreted their feeling and expression through music and clothing.
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Babi Buta (2019), Acrylic & Oil on Canvas, 90 x 90 cm
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Kami Pencinta Keamanan (2019), Acrylic & Oil on Canvas, 90 x 90 cm
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Awards
2017 Jury’s Selection, Aungerah Seni MIDF
Third Place, Doodle Competition, Mission of Art, Brainspot Space, Setia Alam
2016 Finalist, Redbull #EhWauBulan Art Competition
Consolation Prize, Orchid Painting Competition, Galeri Shah Alam
Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2018 Charity Show: Young Help Young, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
2017 BINTANG 5: Vol 1, Segaris Art Centre, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Altruism, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
Twelve, Galeri Alam Impian, Shah Alam
Inception, HOM Art Trans, Kuala Lumpur
Sensation, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Faith: A Contemporary Islamic Art Exhibition, Galeri Prima, Kuala Lumpur
Canvas: Empowering Communities Through The Art, ArtCub, Kuala
Lumpur
Demenseni: Mission Of Art Exhibition, Brainspot Space, Setia Alam
XS, Galeri Titikmerah, Art Row, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Mosaic Art Project, ChinaHouse, George Town, Penang
C.O.M.A. (Degree Show), Univerisiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam
2016 HOM Mosaic Art Project and Art Expo 2016, MATRADE Exhibition and
Convention Centre (MECC), Kuala Lumpur
Journey, Port Commune, Petaling Jaya
#EhWauBulan Exhibition, White Box, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Versus Animal #1, ChinaHouse, George Town, Penang
ANDES Project (Eco Art Exhibition), Galeri Alam Impian, Shah Alam
Youngster, HOM Art Trans, Kuala Lumpur
1 x 1, Galeri Titikmerah, Art Row, Publika, Kuala Lumpur
Young & New IV, HOM Art Trans, Kuala Lumpur
2016 Open Show, Gallery Shah Alam
Energy, Galeri Petronas, Kuala Lumpur
Urban Art, Galeri Pelita Hati, Kuala lumpur
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Tang Tze Lye
b. 1989 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Bachelor of Fine Art, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, India
Diploma in Fine Art, Sunway University College, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Shelah is a 20th century Malaysian drag queen who has been a great performer
and an eloquent personality. This portrait is inspired from her debut performance
photographs (Instagram). The form of portrait is portrayed in oppressed manner as it
reflects the oppression we suffer from societal environment and the patriarchal state
of ‘being’ in our present generation. Gender is a taboo topic to be honest and wish
to break the notional boundaries between discursive conversations and genderbiased
opinions. I felt the honor and courage to allow myself to be comfortable with
my gender identity because of Shelah, this character has opened my mind about
being not afraid of who I am. The minimal space is to rethink the notion of forms
and the space of the subject is being represented. That is what the flat pink in the
background all about. I highlighted this because we are the millennial generation
often think about.
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Shelah (2019)
Fabric Dye Color and Gouache on Wtercolor Paper
84.5 x 59.5 cm
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Awards
2019 Finalist, Malaysia Emerging Artists Award (MEAA)
2018 Finalist, Penang Art District
2016 Finalist, Bakat Muda Sezaman (Young Contemporaries)
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Group Exhibitions (Selected)
2019 100 Art Show Down, ChinaHouse, George Town, Penang
2018 Art Salon 2019, Artesque, Kuala Lumpur
Spotlight Exhibition, Ecoworld Art Gallery, Penang
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This eCatalog is published in conjunction with The Millennials, an exhibition of fourteen young
Malaysian artist. Artemis Art takes this opportunity to thank the participating artists, and to
Harni Jonet, without whom this exhibition would not have been possible.
Project Manager
U.C. Loh
Curator
Harni Jonet
Text & Editing
Harni Jonet & Artemis Art
Photography
Participating Artists & Artemis Art
Cover Design
Harni Jonet
Catalog Design & Layout
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