Going to its new home in Sydney.

This is impromptu but spontaneity is my forte and I feel highly energized. Then an artist friend adds that the blooms befit the new exhibition venue at the Spring Mall. The 2 dynamic colours, pink and red , will be a huge attraction at the art show. You are welcome to visit and see for yourself! Happiness is painting this and enjoying every stroke I make . The sheer joy shines through in this beautiful piece. Happiness | 3ft x 4ft | Acrylic on Canvas A special painting with 3 updates to depict the joy of painting this after feeling inspired by the sale of my first painting on my debut as an artist in 2014 , followed by a successful Abstract 2022 and finally becoming an inspiration to others in my first solo art show with an incredible performance in 2024. Inspired and Inspiration | 3ft x 4ft | Acrylic on canvas

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/07/29/journey-through-colour-and-emotion

My solo art show, Colourful Echoes was accorded a 6-page spread in the Living Moments, a magazine of the conglomerate of the master builder, HSL. Much appreciated and I feel really honored.

Bold and Beautiful is at a private home in Eden on the Park.

Rainforest Y is residing in the boardroom of a leading law firm in Sarawak.

I started on this more than a week ago to summarize the closing of my first solo show. This is about moving forward. Yesterday and Today is the title of this.

For a special couple who dated 10 years to this day, Dr and Dr Aaron Lau. It was a joy painting this for them and hopefully they will like it as much as I have liked painting it. Congratulations and hugs.

Even though we're a construction company, but it really does bring us joy to support the local arts scene. This is especially true when artists donate to charity. For Joanne Lau's solo art exhibition at Hoan Gallery, one of the charities she donated to is the Sarawak Women for Women Society, which we love supporting. Lau is a most talented and big-hearted artist. On behalf of us all, thank you for your beautiful show at #HSLTower / #LaPromenadeMall.

Artist Joanne Lau’s “Colourful Echoes” solo show at Hoan Gallery has become one of Kuching’s best-ever-selling art shows! After a four-week run, half of the show’s 51 pieces have been sold generating proceeds, a portion of which will be donated to the new church funds for the Chapel of Mother Mary, the Carmelite Monastery and the Sarawak Women for Women Society, of which she was once a president. In a short but heartfelt speech at the gallery at La Promenade Mall on Sunday, Lau thanked all her supporters and art collectors, here and abroad. “Art connects and my collectors through their faith in me have really boosted my confidence as an artist in my art journey,” Lau said. “A Painful Heart is the most liked painting of the show. It sends out a clear message that it is okay to talk about it and seek healing when one is unwell.” She noted that large pieces, including ‘Colourful Echoes’ which the show is named after, were bought by collectors as far as Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Other buyers include politicians, doctors, engineers, architects and bosses of big establishments. Her show is believed to be the highest-grossing at Hoan Gallery, one of the region’s most active art galleries. “I couldn’t be prouder of Lau and what she’s achieved,” said Hoan Gallery director Hoan Kee Huang. “Her show has been incredibly well-received by the local art scene. None of us artists can recall another recent show in which so many pieces were sold in such a short amount of time. Lau’s works have obviously really connected with people. Even during the preview period, four pieces were already sold. There is no doubt in my mind that Lau is setting a benchmark for art and art appreciation in Sarawak. She is not only admired but also an inspiration to many. Lau has really demonstrated how bright Sarawak’s art future can be. I hope many more artists will be motivated to create.” Hoan Gallery has hosted four solo art shows, including another high-profile exhibition featuring the works of Alena Murang, since its opening in 2021. The gallery has become a focal point of an artistic revival in Sarawak. Emerging talents like Brandon Ritom and sculptor M. Sahzy have chosen Hoan Gallery to display and sell their works. Next up, Hoan said the gallery would stage a solo show of David Chew, one of Sarawak best known abstract artists. “Chew is a truly unique artist in Sarawak. His works are not just ‘brave’ but also truly unique. I think art lovers are in for a treat when his show opens,” Hoan said. Tentatively, Chew’s show is slated to open Sept 20. In Hoan Gallery’s permanent collection are the works of Leonard Siaw, Stephanie Eng, Foo Syn Choon, Narong Daun, and more. The gallery is open daily, entrance is free, and all works on display are for sale. For more info, visit hoangallery.com or lapromenademall.com.my. #keepborneotalking #stirringupborneo #borneotalktravel Hock Seng Lee Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak Sarawak Travel, Malaysia, Borneo

Colourful Echoes attracts all ages, from the 90* to the little ones here.