RHB Art with Heart 2024 “Seni Setulus Hati”

Seni Setulus Hati RHB Art With Heart 2024

Date: 26 August – 1 September 2024

Venue: Concourse, Bangsar Shopping Centre (BSC)

 

Curator’s Note

It is with immense pleasure that I welcome you to the Seni Setulus Hati RHB Art with Heart 2024 exhibition by RHB. This year’s event is a remarkable confluence of artistic diversity and exceptional talent, bringing together 89 distinguished artists who present over 200 captivating works. The collection spans a rich array of styles, including landscape, abstract, still­life, and surrealism, each rendered through various techniques such as acrylic and oil painting, mixed media, paper quilling, weaving, and drawing, promising a truly diverse and exciting experience for all art enthusiasts.

A particularly poignant element of this exhibition is the inclusion of 18 differently-­abled artists (Persons with Disabilities). Their works not only showcase their immense talent but also their indomitable spirit. We are honoured to feature the exquisite creations of deaf artists such as Candice Singha Wong, Lim Anuar, and Zulaiha Zulkapli. Additionally, the remarkable contributions of Nur Fariza, who bravely overcomes the challenges posed by mucopolysaccharidosis type IV, a rare genetic condition, stand as a testament to the transformative power of art, inspiring us all.

Of the 89 participating artists, 55 are making their debut at the Seni Setulus Hati RHB Art with Heart 2024 exhibition. These emerging artists infuse the exhibition with fresh perspectives and innovative approaches. We take pride in highlighting talents such as Afi Sulaiman, a distinguished children’s book illustrator, alongside Farah Ashira, Puteri Mas Aishah and Adam Lais, who are currently pursuing undergraduate studies in Fine Art and Landscape Architecture at Universiti Teknologi Mara. We also welcome Lim Zhi Wei and Lee Ren Xin, recent graduates in Fine Art from the Malaysia Institute of Art.

This splendid initiative by the RHB Banking Group epitomises their commitment to fostering and nurturing young local artists. It provides them a platform to exhibit creativity, connect with potential patrons and collectors, and inspire public appreciation for homegrown art. The RHB Art with Heart initiative has flourished over the years, and this edition promises to be grander and more exhilarating than ever. It offers an unparalleled opportunity for audiences to view the art and engage with the artists, fostering a deeper appreciation for their work.

Curating this exhibition has been a wonderful experience, made possible through the invaluable assistance of my esteemed co­ curator, Danial Fuad, and the dedicated efforts of our team members, Azam Aris and Jiko. We are profoundly grateful to RHB Banking Group for their unwavering support and commitment to fostering and nurturing young local artists. Their contribution is instrumental in making this exhibition a reality, and we are sure you will join us in appreciating and supporting their efforts.

I invite you to immerse yourself in this vibrant and diverse collection, to be inspired by the creativity on display, and to join us in celebrating and supporting these remarkable artists.

 

Sarah Abu Bakar

Curator

Link to exhibition catalague here.

A special tour for the Campus Rangers International School students organised by teacher and artist, Mr, Eugene Nandakumar.
Sarah Abu Bakar with Pahang Royal Princess HRH YAM Tengku Puteri Raja Tengku Puteri Afzan Aminah Hafidzatullah binti Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.