Two Malaysian artists selected for Disney's 'Create 100' global campaign

'I have always been touched by the magic of Disney movies and characters since I was a kid watching them with my grandfather,' says Red Hong Yi, who will reveal her Create 100 artwork for the Disney campaign in late August. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani

Contemporary artist Red Hong Yi and bead artist Danielle Soong have been chosen to represent Malaysia in Disney’s 'Create 100', a worldwide campaign to celebrate 100 years of Disney storytelling.

They join the ranks of renowned global artists across art, fashion, music and beyond, such as music superstar Beyoncé, French fashion designer Christian Louboutin, Chinese virtuoso pianist Lang Lang, American fashion pioneer Tommy Hilfiger and celebrated Brazilian artist Vik Muniz.