• PARTICIPATING ARTIST

Fong Kim Sing

A self-taught artist, Fong’s interest in the beauty of nature in its many moods and colours, inspires him to create delightful yet symbolic artworks. His keen observation of nature allows him to capture the moment in time onto his canvas. He was born into a padi farming family in Kedah, reflecting his close affinity with nature, and is reminiscent of fond childhood memories. His ideals lie in celebrating the simple and natural beauty that surrounds us. Fong travelled to remote areas throughout Malaysia, searching for the most natural blooms of lotus for his canvas. The journey sees an extension of his passion for nature, starting with his Misty Morning series in the 1980s to his paintings of birds, rocks, mountains and old boats. Now he uses a range of pastels to convey the soft willowy nature of his subjects.