Winning Artworks 2018
1st Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Muhammad Akif Bin Muhammad Azmi |
| University/College | : | UITM-Shah Alam |
| Title of Entry | : | Traditional Batik |
| Description | : | "Duka Dara II" is an artwork inspired by the art and craft of the Malaysian Batik, which showcases the beautiful characteristics of Malay girls. They are well-mannered, kind hearted and polite in both their speech and action. "Duka Dara II" is a manifestation of disappointment towards the fading of these good values and lost of respect due to the change of time and the girls' own desire to gain attention and popularity on their social media without heeding cultural norms and religious boundaries. |
2nd Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Nurul Atikah Binti Fauzi |
| University/College | : | University Sains Malaysia (USM) |
| Title of Entry | : | Spices |
| Description | : | I choose spices as the main subject because of its unique taste and it is the aroma of choice in most Malaysian cuisines. Along with our multi-ethnic culture, many dishes in Malaysia are now mixed with a variety of natural or artificial flavouring. Years ago, spices were famous in Indian cuisine. Today, we find the usage of spices in Chinese cuisine as well as in Malay cuisine too. The existence of these integrated cooking styles has cultivated the taste buds of the present generation. It's a truly multi-racial food culture in Malaysia. |
3rd Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Muhammad Syafiq Bin Kholid |
| University/College | : | UITM-Shah Alam |
| Title of Entry | : | Sembang Makcik-Makcik Bawang |
| Description | : | Every one of us has a story to tell, no matter how negative or positive the message. In social situations, in our very society, it is a custom to every generation that certain stories and situations are spread normally through word-of-mouth. "Sembang Makcik-Makcik Bawang" is based on a group of women who are chatting, gossiping and rambling during social parties or gatherings such as weddings or events that involve community activities. This act shows a group of men dressed in women's clothing which implicates that men gossip too but a lot less than women do. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Yeap Fong Ray |
| University/College | : | Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) |
| Title of Entry | : | A Simple Smile |
| Description | : | A brush is made out of different hairs - long or short, straight or curly - just like Malaysians. Despite having different religions, different languages and different skin colours, we are all one human race. Our skin tones are created in beautiful variety, but all of our souls are the same - depicted in the painting of using a single colour scheme. Mother Teresa once said,"Peace begins with a smile". The smiley faces in this painting convey the message that smiling is the key that unlocks everybody's heart. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Nur Atiqah Binti Mohd Munir |
| University/College | : | UITM-Shah Alam |
| Title of Entry | : | Malay Shadow Puppet |
| Description | : | The Rama King comes from the character of a traditional Malay shadow puppet theatre that tells epic stories of Ramayana with strong colours in a fairy tale world, while focusing on King Rama in the state of Kosala. His people respect his responsibility and obey to his every word. He is a caring and sincere king with no nasty tricks or greed for riches. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Abdul Rahman Bin Jabar |
| University/College | : | UITM-Shah Alam |
| Title of Entry | : | Kemboja Yang Dirindu |
| Description | : | This artwork is about a childhood experience and the subject of this artwork is a flower. As we know, "kemboja" or frangipani flower and trees can be found at the graveyard. The smell of the flower reminds the artist of his childhood and of his late mother who has passed away when he was only 3 years old. The object or subject in this artwork belongs to him when he was young. It is an important reminder of the precious thing he had lost. |
1st Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Mohammad Syamil Bin Mohd Rasli |
| University/College | : | Multimedia University (MMU) |
| Title of Entry | : | Love And Tradition |
| Description | : | Chinese culture is one of the dominant cultures in Asia. From traditions to festivals, it has a profound effect to the community. This photo was taken in Malacca, Malaysia, showing a group of family members and friends spending their quality time together. This is a common tradition for them and it is one of the ways they express their love towards one another. |
2nd Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Nur Nadhirah Binti Samsulsah |
| University/College | : | SEGi College-Subang Jaya |
| Title of Entry | : | Test of Time |
| Description | : | As the world changes, old cultural norms face the challenge to keep up with the times or fade away into obscurity. However, the new generation should take the initiative to upkeep the traditions in their own unique way, preserving history and making sure that in the future, we have an identity to proudly say to the world and proclaim, "Yes! We are Malaysians and we are proud of our culture!" |
3rd Prize Winner
| Participant Name | : | Yow Keat Sheng |
| University/College | : | ATEC Academy |
| Title of Entry | : | Time Flies |
| Description | : | Back in the day, the trishaw man was an energetic man who carries passengers around here and there. Time passes and the once energetic trishaw man have grown older. He is now the passenger and paying his fee, it's his time now to sit on the trishaw as a passenger. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Melissa Foong Ern Huei |
| University/College | : | City University |
| Title of Entry | : | My Nyonya Grandma |
| Description | : | Rediscovering the culture of my roots, my grandma is of Nyonya heritage and I discovered my values and the importance of being a Malaysian. This is a photo that I took of my grandma when she was stringing her handmade 'manik' bracelet, which is a popular adornment among Nyonya women. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Light Defines Our Culture |
| University/College | : | Management and Science University |
| Title of Entry | : | Light Defines Our Culture |
| Description | : | Light symbolises victory over darkness. Light brings out inner peace and strengthens one's soul. Light determines the brightness of one's future. Without light, life will be full of misery as light enlightens one's soul. Not forgetting that darkness cannot drive out darkness but only light can drive out darkness. In nature, light creates the colour. In the picture, colour creates the light. One should endure the light for it shows the way. |
Consolation Prize Winners
| Participant Name | : | Hafzan Bin Mohamed Khapid |
| University/College | : | UITM-Shah Alam |
| Title of Entry | : | Opera |
| Description | : | Chinese Opera is all about singing and the enunciation of this singing style is one of its main offerings. Many people can hear the Opera before seeing it. This is because of the high-pitched voice sung by actors along with live music being played in the background. Usually Chinese Opera shows are performed in large temples to show respect and gratitude to their ancestors. The show is easy to understand even though it is in Cantonese. The Chinese Opera brings us back to the time when Dynasties ruled and we as an outsider could learn much more about the Chinese culture and traditions. |
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