M'sian artist's landscape series brought to life by audio drama and film


'I hope this multimedia art installation resonates with people, especially those who aim to do something similar in this format,' says Saiful. Photo: Mohammad Aidid Azahari

There are sandbags stacked high in the foyer of the National Art Gallery (NAG) in Kuala Lumpur. No, they are not there to prevent flooding – this is Saiful Razman’s installation Tugu Atas Bukit, part of the NAG’s ongoing Singles showcase series.

In an ambitious career detour, the Perak-born artist has broadened his canvas by incorporating various forms of media and inviting diverse collaborators to create an immersive physical landscape that marries ancient folklore with the economic and social realities in his hometown of Kampung Changkat Jong, Teluk Intan in Perak.

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