Penang Palette

George Town Festival: The festival may be back, but it’s no repeat
June 10, 2013

George Town Festival: The festival may be back, but it’s no repeat

George Town Festival is back, and promises to be much more spectacular than the last.

When in Rome…
May 23, 2013

When in Rome…

Ooi Kok Chuen sits down with H.H. Lim, a Penang-raised artist based in Rome.

Seeking inspiration in Balik Pulau
April 19, 2013

Seeking inspiration in Balik Pulau

Balik Pulau had turned into a natural sanctuary for artists to settle and create their art.

In search of old masterpieces
January 25, 2013

In search of old masterpieces

At last count, the UM art collection totalled 200 works by various artists, and was estimated roughly to be worth RM30mil.

More art acquisitions for Penang
December 7, 2012

More art acquisitions for Penang

Penang may be home to countless artists as well as a source of, and an inspiration for, classic works, but the collection of publicly viewable masterpieces in the state still leaves much to be desired.

Art auctions are the new stock market
October 26, 2012

Art auctions are the new stock market

2012 is a banner year for art auctions in Malaysia.

Sex, truths and photographs.
September 25, 2012

Sex, truths and photographs.

Ismail Hashim challenges the fastpaced world of modern photography.

The George Town Festival 2012 – An overwhelming month
August 28, 2012

The George Town Festival 2012 – An overwhelming month

The George Town Festival is a celebration because it is not commercial and unashamedly expresses a passion for the arts and heritage.

Hong Kong’s vibrant art world
July 31, 2012

Hong Kong’s vibrant art world

What can Penang learn from the Hong Kong art world?

Sketch where you stand
June 23, 2012

Sketch where you stand

Quietly but surely, Urban Sketchers Penang is making its mark.

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