In Southeast Asia, traditional Malay kampungs, once vibrant with wooden houses on stilts and village chiefs, are disappearing amid urban development. Artist Rahim Ismail now focuses on sketching these vanishing cultural icons to preserve their heritage. Malay kampung houses through art The word “kampong” or “kampung” in the Malay language
Guided by renowned industry standards and a vision for sustainable excellence, graduates of the Shoe Making Artisanry course are pioneering innovation in footwear. Crafting Excellence TO celebrate a significant milestone in the journey of shoe craftsmanship in Sarawak, the seamless blend of two art forms — music and shoe artisanry
Explore a diverse range of costumes and accessories at Joshua Jaralson Linang’s rental collection in Kuching. From fairytales to superheroes, and seasonal themes like Halloween and Christmas, discover outfits for every occasion. Glamour Galore If you are looking for costumes to rent, the good news is that there is someone
Explore a bold departure from traditional fashion as Razor Ovager Robert Abel leads a creative collaboration celebrating gothic influences. With a blend of daring makeup and unconventional styling, local talents break new ground in the fashion scene, captivated by the allure of gothic culture and artistic expression. Gothic glamour unveiled
Emerging artist Fletcher Then Thye Tien, inspired by Kandinsky, Picasso, and Warhol, blends vibrant colours and semi-abstract expressions to challenge traditional art norms. Despite his culinary arts background, Fletcher’s passion for art has been a lifelong journey, enriched by his multicultural roots and global experiences. Vibrant Expressions His work features
Samyama Creative Director John Ang’s “Devotion” exhibition at Harta Space, Habib in Kuala Lumpur merges east and west through innovative designs. Celebrating craftsmanship, it features vibrant Ajrakh prints and intricate Indian textiles alongside diverse artworks. Celebrating devotion in art and fashion John Ang, the Creative Director of Samyama, bridges east
Nanga Sumpa, located on the banks of the Delok River near the Batang Ai Lake, is a longhouse known for its artisanal woven crafts. The traditional crafts and the beauty of its surrounding nature are important factors in forming the identity, economy, and social life of its residents. Authentic handmade
The MySarawak STYLE Challenge 2024 showcased designs aimed at addressing environmental issues head-on. Participants unleashed their creativity while championing eco-friendly initiatives, from reducing carbon footprints to embracing circular fashion practices. Green Fashion Sustainable fashion is being highlighted as a significant trend within the fashion industry to help reduce its negative
Maintaining cultural heritage is an essential element of any effort to realise the growth potential and promote the sustainability and vitality of rural areas. Recently, local social enterprise Pungu Borneo organised a cultural exchange event in the Bidayuh village of Sibuluh, a rural area in Bau. The Bidayuh- Māori Cultural
Diorama, in contemporary terms, refers to a three-dimensional model that represents a scene in miniature and is often used as an educational display in galleries or museums. Many contemporary artists have created dioramas to capture concepts, ideas, and places, and now, Sarawakian bodybuilder Nolan Chee has become the very first
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