Malaysian artists decode the language of drawing in 'Titik Garis Bentuk' exhibition


The late Roslisham Ismail’s (aka Ise) drawings for his 'The Langkasuka Cookbook' (2012) project, inspired by his grandmother’s kitchen and the ancient Langkasuka kingdom. Photo: The Star/Shaari Chemat

In an era dominated by art museum gimmicks and digital art spectacles, it is no small feat to present a back-to-basics exhibition that explores drawing as a finished art form.

However, Ilham Gallery in Kuala Lumpur has embraced the challenge and put together an accessible, artistic, and thoughtful show titled Titik Garis Bentuk (Drawing As Practice). It is the gallery’s first medium-based show, running through Aug 30.

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