National Art Gallery Brings Over 140 Titles, Interactive Art To PBAKL 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The National Art Gallery is showcasing more than 140 of its publications at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2025 (PBAKL), bringing together critical writings, exhibition documentation and key reflections from the local leading art thinkers and practitioners.
The gallery will occupy booths nine to 16 at the Plaza Merdeka Marquee Tent on Level 4 of the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, offering a range of interactive workshops, live sketching sessions and family-friendly activities throughout the 10-day event.
In a statement, the gallery said its collection includes titles that contribute to Malaysia's growing body of visual arts literature, making them valuable references for students, researchers and art enthusiasts alike.
Alongside the books, visitors will be able to purchase exclusive merchandise, including art-themed drink tumblers, tote bags, mugs, lanyards, caps, notebooks and postcards, aimed at collectors and fans of local art.
Programmes will range from Blooming Joy-themed do-it yourself (DIY) bookmark and keychain workshops to Luahan Kata sessions, live caricature drawing, calligraphy demonstrations and a shrink plastic art showcase.
The gallery is also offering walk-in activities like artwork-matching games and colouring stations designed to engage children and families.
One of the fair's highlights is a live book sketching session on its final day, featuring national laureate Datuk Dr Lim Swee Tin, who will perform in a traditional Menora costume as he brings a literary work to life.
The gallery will also feature on the main stage at Plaza Merdeka with special segments including a casual dialogue between acclaimed filmmaker Dr U-Wei Haji Saari and veteran designer Mustaffa Ahmad Hidzir (Tapa Otai), centred on their collaborative photo book 'STAGES 0.1'.
The programme will also feature an art workshop led by UNEH, a visual artist who styles himself as the Raja Pensil Warna (King of Colour Pencils), known for his vibrant and illustrative works.
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