Following his passion for lanterns


Looi all smiles showing some of his handmade lanterns. — Photos courtesy of Yean Chee Hoong and Tang Lung Pak Pak Facebook page.

LOOI Huat Chiang has always been very passionate about the animal-themed lanterns loved by children during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Seven years ago, the 81-year-old restarted his hobby of making the lanterns. Since then he has handcrafted over 300 colourful lanterns, with no two alike.

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