Presentation in Malay language for cultural engagement. Batik is a cultural element of the Javanese embodied in the Malay community of Singapore. It is widely adapted by various ethnic groups in Singapore. The batik painting experience is a good opportunity to introduce children to the art and craft and batik from a cultural stand point.... Continue Reading →
Marbling workshop for art CCA creative student activity
One drop at a time, marbling is so mesmerising. Marbling art is so fun and can be done by anybody with proper facilitation that is. Managing the liquid that enable the paint to float is the tricky part but making multi coloured swirls and patterns is most satisfying. Students were highly engaged and got to... Continue Reading →
National Museum of Singapore Hari Raya Celebration
We will be conducting a batik painting workshop at National Museum of Singapore in conjuction with the Hari Raya celebration this year. Booking here: https://nmshrlsoh.peatix.com/ I will be doing a talk/ presentation on batik together with Yeo Mama Batik the date is 7th May, Saturday. See you there.
Esplanade – Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts: Batik Painting Workshop
We are honoured to be a part of the annual Pesta Raya at Esplanade this year. To register: https://www.esplanade.com/festivals-and-series/pesta-raya-malay-festival-of-arts/2022/batik-painting-workshop?utm_source=Esplanade+Mailing+List&utm_campaign=c3c92d5d56-festival_pesta-raya_ticket-launch_042022&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_abb3f82f99-c3c92d5d56-52828567
Student Interviewers Produced a Funky Video and Published News Article.
Students from Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s School of Film & Media Studies requested and interview for their school project and they shot videos during the process. This was in mid 2020, and I was pleasantly surprised when the team comprising of Danial Izwan B Mohd Shahri, Muhd Idris Bin Mohd Asrin, Liu Jia and Saleema Noor... Continue Reading →
Orchid series – Red and Pink over Green
Sharing a recently completed batik painting on silk measuring 34 x 32” by Kamal Dollah We do painting for ourselves and commissions besides teaching and hosting art exhibitions and events. Keeping our ourself busy gets easier now that a lot of restrictions are lifted as we enter the endemic age of Covid-19. It starts out... Continue Reading →
InstaGeylang Photo Competition – participate with just a hashtag. #instageylang
There is an abundant of interesting photography subject at the Geylang Serai precinct. People, buildings, culture and lights especially during the run up to Hari Raya celebration. Snap, post, hashtag #InstaGeylang! Thank you Dr. Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State for Ministry of Home Affairs of Singapore for the shout out for our current project... Continue Reading →
Fringe Activity for Corporate Seminar
The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) held a corporate seminar at a venue in Wisma Geylang Serai and quite a few participants opted to come over to our studio for their fringe activity. The ladies knew of batik painting and has always wanted to try their hands on using the traditional tool called the... Continue Reading →
Mother Tongue Language Fortnight Activity
Thank you for the opportunity to share the art and skill in batik painting by a local practicing artist. This particular session was conducted in Malay language slanted towards cultural exposure and Malay language proficiency as part of mother tongue forthnight activity. Held over Zoom catering to multiple classrooms engagement, materials are packed and delivered... Continue Reading →
Batik painting workshop as a birthday treat for sister
Bonding session with the Salleh's sisters.