Kelantanese batik artist M. Sukri Derahman's works portray scenes from daily life in various settings, capturing and celebrating the richness of local heritage. In this work, the artist sheds light into the quiet moments of everyday life. The artist captures these unseen labour of love such as sewing, mending, within the home, that provide comfort in the life of families.
An art teacher, M. Sukri Derahman was a protege of the late Ismail Mat Hussin. He has exhibited in City Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur in the group exhibition Lambaian Kelantan in 2015, and the Gelora Timur Exhibition in Dita Colour Gallery, Kuala Lumpur in 2016.