PLAYFUL sharks, drifting jellyfish and vibrant corals filled the walls of the Shakespeare Art Exhibition 2026, where young artists used colour and imagination to bring the ocean to life.
The exhibition, organised by Big Tooth School in collaboration with Dasein Academy of Art, featured works combining fantasy, creativity and environmental awareness.
Many of the paintings carried messages about marine conservation, hope and care for the planet.
The event, held at the Dasein Academy of Art in Jalan Kelang Lama, Kuala Lumpur, was attended by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok and drew more than 200 visitors, including families and students.
The exhibition also included an art competition involving about 200 students.
Category A was for children aged six to nine, while Category B was for those aged 10 to 15.
Organisers said 40% of the participants were from Category A while the rest were from Category B.
A total of 126 artworks were selected for the exhibition, with winners evenly split between both categories.
Big Tooth School founder Bryan H. Dickson said the programme aimed to nurture not only intelligence in children, but also compassion.
“At Big Tooth School, we believe in one thing: through art, we make a difference.
“Art is not only about colours and techniques. It carries emotion, love and humanity.
“And when art carries humanity, it has the power to shape tomorrow and create a better future for mankind, nature and all living beings on this planet.”
Dickson said the shark, which was Big Tooth School’s mascot, represented balance, strength, wisdom and the importance of protecting the ecosystem.
Kok (in red jacket) with participants, organisers and family members posing for a photo during the exhibition.
Children taking part in the activities at the exhibition in Kuala Lumpur.
Visitors viewing the underwater-themed artwork created by children.
