Malaysian artist unpacks myths of black dogs and explores mental health


Ping poses with her dog sculptures (made from graphite), which are on display at her debut solo show 'Dog Days' at Harta Space in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Harta Space

As the pandemic collided with the start of her journey into the art world, newcomer artist Ping had only one option for practising her sketches and sculptures: her faithful pet dog became her go-to model.

For months during the lockdown days, the 29-year-old found herself at home, observing and capturing moments of her Rottweiler-Beagle mix, named Ampersand.

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