A collaborative exhibition by two photographers, Shankar Laxminarayan from Penang, and Shawn Lim from Singapore, featuring analogue photographs from a current zine release that both photographers have put out. They will also hold an analogue-only (film) Photo Walk around George Town (details here), and a photography sharing session where participants can bring their photographs, to […]
Botanical Art Workshop: Captured in Graphite: A Basic Study in Botanical Observation Unleash your creativity through graphite with Richard Bryan Sebastian! With a background in tropical forestry and years spent studying forest patches in Sabah and Ampang, Richard brings a deep passion for nature into his art, blending botany, fantasy, and fine pencil detail. What […]
A guided tour of Fruiting Bodies, a solo exhibition by Hasanul Isyraf Idris Join us for a guided tour of Fruiting Bodies, exploring the ideas and processes behind the exhibition, from Hasanul’s paintings of fruiting bodies and mycelium to the tactile mycelium experimentation developed in collaboration with Dr Rosnida. The tour offers an opportunity to […]
A lawyer by profession, Chairman of the Penang State Art Gallery and Advisor to Penang Art District, Lee Khai is also a passionate supporter of Malaysian art. Get a glimpse into his eclectic collection, featuring works by established veterans and emerging contemporary artists, as we explore his motivations for championing the local arts scene. Who […]
In conjunction with Absence and Presence; a film photography exhibition by Shawn Lim and Shankar Laxminarayan (more details here), an analogue photowalk. Grab a film camera and let's take a stroll around George Town! Film Camera Loans provided by Slashshop (limited quantities and various brands/makes) Fees: - RM10 per person Limited to 10 Pax Requirements: - […]
Botanical Art Workshop: An Introduction to Botanical Painting in Watercolour Ever wanted to capture the beauty of flora in vibrant watercolours? Join Esther Geh, a doctor who turned her passion for botanical art into a international art journey! Esther's work celebrates plants as food, medicine, and heritage preservers. What you will be guided on: Step-by-step […]
Open Studios Penang is a not-for-profit annual art happening designed for artists to exchange ideas with fellow artists, and for the public to meet the artists, see them at work, and hear directly from them about their creative process and methodology. It is a unique opportunity to see a vibrant range of art from all over Penang, Malaysia and beyond. It is funded entirely by donations and by the artists and venues themselves, and is organised entirely by a team of volunteers.
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