Artist or weaver? Anne Samat doesn't care. She's set for a massively busy year ahead

‘You can try whatever you want. But you must have your fundamentals, the foundation of your work,’ says Anne, working at her KL home studio’s loom, which she uses to create her distinct wall sculptures and woven works. Photo: The Star/Ong Soon Hin

If there is a description to sum up the irrepressible artist Anne Samat, it would probably be “dare to be different”.

She has, in many ways, an artistic career just as intricate and colourful as her works, the result of taking the roads less travelled in life. This defiantly bold attitude is illustrated through her art, which include installation works such as the Alpha And Omega, Tribal Chiefs and Huntsman series.