Batik is a traditional textile art form that originates from Africa and has been practiced for centuries. The technique ...

Deep reds, tropical greens, exotic blue water and sun showers. Those are the words used to describe original art created by local artist Wendy Tatter. Tatter opened her local gallery in 2005 - W.B.

Batik art, with its rich history and intricate designs, is making a mark in modern African interiors. The traditional technique of wax-resist dyeing has evolved to suit contemporary tastes while ...

SINGAPORE — Long associated with traditional fabrics, batik has evolved from colorful clothing into an art form, with large batik paintings now commanding prices up to $20,000. Two exhibitions in ...

A COLLABORATION celebrating Malaysian batik has been launched in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026. Read full story ...

Visual artist Haris Rashid did not set out to inherit a family tradition when he first picked up batik. But what began as a creative experiment soon uncovered a legacy stretching back generations.

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Batik, a timeless art form and symbol of Southeast Asian heritage, takes centre stage at the Peranakan Museum. This captivating exhibition shines a spotlight on the creative and entrepreneurial ...

Language knows no bounds – and neither does art. For 55-year-old Lim Anuar, a Malaysian artist born deaf, these truths come together in his work. Once struggling to make ends meet during the pandemic, ...