Orang Asli artist-activist uses art to advocate for his people

Shaq uses his art as a tool to advocate for Orang Asli issues. Photo: The Star/Maria Ibrahim

Art is not just a pretty picture hanging on a wall, but it has to tell a story, says Orang Asli activist and artist Shaq Koyok.

Shaq, 38, from the Temuan tribe in Kampung Orang Asli Pulau Kempas, Selangor, says that there are many issues that his people face, such as deforestation, illegal logging and land rights and these are depicted in his art.