Coming together to establish Incitement Ipoh are Ho Tsuey Xin and Mike Chu. With the objective to inspire and motivate (hence, incite) youths in Ipoh, after sitting on their second session, I believe that anyone from any age group could benefit. Knowledge is very empowering, according to Tsuey, but Incitement Ipoh's monthly get-togethers don't necessarily impart ... continue reading »

Invited guests to the exclusive launch of Peranakan Rendezvous were treated to a catwalk show of exquisite antique sarung kebaya from the private collection of Samson Wong. It was a prelude to the cultural exhibition of Peranakan-related clothing and daily wear that makes up a part of Samson's total collection. Samson, from Kuala Lumpur, is a ... continue reading »

Painted over a span of 3.5 years, artist Sherin Ng Lay Hwa's 32 pieces of art show a great appreciation for Peranakan heritage and culture. Sherin, as she is warmly called, is not descended from the Peranakan Baba Nyonya heritage but was deeply influenced by her grandmother, Madam Tan Siew Kim, who lived a Peranakan lifestyle ... continue reading »

A photography exhibition will be held at Sepaloh Art Centre this July 12, from 2pm to 8.45pm. This joint exhibition showcases the work of Jensom Ng, TS Chin, Nicsmen Chen and Gigi Thin. As this is a charity event, all proceeds will go to the Yuk Choy High School. NSS Centre will be managing the donations. Admission ... continue reading »

For those who would like to celebrate Mother's Day differently, Sepaloh Art Centre is hosting a Mother's Day art workshop. This tote bag painting event, conducted by Dolly Quah of Shabby Rose Cottage, will be held on May 11 (Sunday) from 2pm to 6pm. Fee for the workshop is only RM180 for a pair of mother ... continue reading »

Over four days and three nights, two young photographers went around Ipoh taking shots of people and asking them three questions: What is their nickname?, What is their favourite aspect of Ipoh? and What would they like to see in Ipoh? This whirlwind street photography project resulted in 'Faces of Ipoh' photography exhibition that is currently ... continue reading »

Led by award-winning singer-songwriter Juwita Suwito and musician/social entrepreneur Wagner Daniel, a group of 15 musicians and 6 vocalists who call themselves Fortissimians, embarked on their inaugural East Meets West Tour, making Ipoh their first stop. These Fortissimians hail from Kota Kinabalu, Kota Belud, Keningau, Tambunan and Ranau. They came together for four retreats within 18 ... continue reading »