About Me

Born and bred in Singapore, I have grown up loving to paint and draw. In my secondary school, I joined an Art Club and frequently followed my teacher

to do outdoor drawings. In 1986, I enrolled in the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts to study oil painting. My studies led me to a deeper understanding of

oil painting. During my expedition to Europe in 1989, I visited the museums and art galleries. I was marvelled at the authentic masterpieces of great

masters. Inspired by the collective vivid memories of the masterpieces, I was determined to embark on a lifelong painting career. I am currently a full-

time artist. Over the years, my painting style has been evolving. From the early days of pointillism – with the woods, the oceans and nature as my

painting subjects – I have moved on to a more realistic style of painting. I have created a series of oil painting featuring fruits, scenic landscapes and

lotuses. My works are characterised by unique compositions and marked by exceptional control of colour and texture. In recent years, I have worked

towards representational art. I am devoted to the process of interpreting life experiences and transforming my experiences and perceptions into visual

expressions. Oil is my preferred painting medium as it offers me a wider choice of painting techniques. There is more room for expression, correction

and experimentation. Whenever I complete a painting, I have a deep sense of satisfaction. And it is this sense of satisfaction that pushes me to my next

masterpiece.

My paintings use both outdoor and indoor themes. In the outdoors, sceneries and natural flora are my constant sources of inspiration. I also have a

penchant for indoor still-life paintings. The advantage of still-life painting is the greater control I have over the theme, composition, colouring and

lighting. It provides me the opportunities to refine my techniques and the freedom to express my thoughts in fresh and interesting compositions.The

painting life is an arduous one. There are hardships to overcome and exacting standards to reach. Whenever I'm about to finish a painting, I will sit back

and reflect on my creation. Then I will painstakingly make corrections till I'm please with my work. I constantly strive to outdo myself and explore

different techniques. I never stop thinking hard and analysing the technical aspects of painting, which only through practice, I can attain proficiency.



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