Kim Boon Holds Solo Exhibition In Car Showroom

Kim Boon Holds Solo Exhibition In Car Showroom

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12th September 2005, Yap Kim Boon, one of Malaysia¡¯s foremost artists is holding a solo exhibition in one of the most unlikely locations; in a Volvo showroom. The celebrated artist whose works are intense and evocative, bringing delight to vast landscapes is currently holding his exhibition entitled ¡°Driving into the heart of Malaysia¡± at Swedish Marque, one of the country¡¯s premier Volvo showrooms.

The KL-born artist who uses self-made bamboo palette knives to create the depth for the desired three-dimensional effect of his oil works, chose to display his new series that incorporates Chinese ink painting styles said that the immense showroom space and wonderful architecture of the Swedish Marque showroom was an ideal platform for his works.

¡°I think my paintings that depict strong layers of colour are brought out by the clean, uncluttered design of the showroom. The bright and airy feel in the showroom also adds to the balance as the paintings and cars interact,¡± said Kim Boon.

Best known for his renditions of Heliconias in layers of vibrant colour, Kim Boon¡¯s new works feature the serenity and the natural textures of the forest as he tries to capture the illusions of movements such as the wind, waving branches, drizzling water and flowers swaying. ¡°The forest is full of character and is crying out to be transformed into the reality of perpetual movement on canvas,¡± he adds.

According to Lee Hoe Lone, General Manager of Swedish Marque, the exhibition that showcases 16 of Kim Boon¡¯s new pieces in the car showroom is just one of the many ways Swedish Marque brings delightful experiences to its customers.

¡°Swedish Marque has been the venue of numerous activities ranging from the launch of a mobile phone to the introduction of men¡¯s fragrance. We have had champagne breakfast with customers and even a comedy theatre show in our showroom. We are always keen to make every visit a memorable one.

¡°When Kim Boon approached us to work together on this exhibition, we were thrilled to be a part of the project. Swedish Marque is always proud to be able to support local talent and offering Kim Boon pride of place in our showroom is one way we are able to bring his wonderful pieces of art to the public,¡± he said.

Yap Kim Boon¡¯s Driving into the heart of Malaysia exhibition will be on display at Swedish Marque¡¯s showroom at No 5 & 7 Jalan Dua, Sungai Besi till 30 September. The showroom opens daily from 9:00am till 7:00pm from Monday to Friday, 9:00am till 5:00pm on Saturdays and from 10:00am till 5:00pm on Sundays.

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