KUALA LUMPUR: Over 150 children came together to share their vision of world peace through their art at an exhibition at Wisma Kebudayaan SGM, here.
Titled "Ta-Da! Look at My Lines!" Children’s Peace Art Exhibition 2025, the works of these young artists, aged between four and 15, showcased pure and colourful visions of harmony, friendship and hope.
Organised by Soka Gakkai Malaysia (SGM), the exhibition featured a diverse collection of hand-drawn artworks.
The collection included classic watercolour and crayon paintings of homes, loved ones or scenery, as well as unique abstract art drawings and even canvas paintings.
Tthe artworks transformed the building into a vibrant canvas of the children’s voices and dreams for a world at peace.
Unicef representative to Malaysia Robert Gass said each painting was a powerful reminder of the peaceful world we must strive to create for the next generation.
"When I walked into this exhibition, I felt joy as the imaginative paintings, digital art, even the 3D creations felt alive with the childlike desire for a peaceful world.
"Each one displays a story of kindness, hope, and unity and reminds us that the image of what peace is can be simple and teaches us what kind of world the next generation wants.
"Through their art, they have shown us that peace is not just about ending wars, it is about friendship, respect, and celebrating differences," he said in his speech at the opening ceremony of the exhibition on Sunday (Sep 21).
SGM president Johnny Ng had a similar opinion, stating that the artworks have shown a vision and desire of peace that should be carried by all.
He added that the exhibition was not only about appreciating the children’s artistic talents but also viewing them as equal partners in striving for world peace.
"For adults, peace is often discussed in the context of politics, international relations, or societal issues, yet for children, peace resides in the small yet profound experiences of daily life.
"Whether it's a safe space at home, laughter with friends, the joy of learning, or the kindness of others.
"Through their art, the children remind us that peace is not abstract, but something that begins in the heart, in our daily lives, and in our relationships with one another.
"Their visions also remind us that peace is not a distant dream but something we can build here and now - in our homes, our schools, and our communities," he said in his speech at the event.
The art exhibition will run from Sept 20 to Oct 12 with opening hours from 11am to 5pm daily (closed on Mondays), with admission being free.
Those interested to check out the exhibition can visit the https://harmoni-soka.org/ website for more information.
