Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Peranakan Kites

The Peranakan Museum in Singapore asked me to draw a pair of kites depicting everyday scenes in Peranakan life.


The museum wanted their young visitors to color the kites themselves so I had mistakenly assumed that inking the drawing would be quick and easy.


I now realize that drawing the Peranakan lifestyle is never simple. A mix of Malay and Chinese culture, Peranakans are known for their elaborate clothing, intricate porcelain and complicated beadwork. I hope the kids don't have too hard a time with this coloring task!
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9 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    i would be excited to color those!

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  2. MomoFebruary 25, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    These are beautiful.

    I am currently hosting a small Peranakan exhibition in my shop and I am learning so much.

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  3. Atsi-BatsiFebruary 25, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    Thanks guys :)
    Momo - That sounds exciting! Will you have free food available during the exhibit? ;)

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  4. Amy CMarch 1, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    these are so lovely, I like how you drew them in a kite shape

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  5. Eric BarclayMarch 4, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Beautiful lines! This looks like it was a fun project!

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  6. RiaMarch 19, 2009 at 12:09 AM

    Oh, I love this! Such a nice idea. And sure the children will have lots and lots of fun coloring your pictures here!

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  7. jazzlambMarch 23, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    Ok...I think I'm just falling in love with your work... the lines are just so lovely and lively...its just so beautiful!

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  8. AnonymousAugust 13, 2009 at 5:31 AM

    those are nice picture

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  9. AnonymousAugust 13, 2009 at 5:33 AM

    fuck!

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