Rendered in hazy, subdued tones on paper, the artist presents a graceful arrangement of forms. Special objects such as antique ceramics and a pair of dragonflies rest upon an elegant wooden table. Renowned for his mastery in still life, he brings together elements of nature and delicate objects to create a refined visual harmony. Yap Chin Hoe demonstrated his talent at an early age — before he graduated from the Malaysian Institute of Art in 1991, his work has netted him awards, and was displayed in 1990’s Young Contemporary Artists Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur. In 2022, he had featured his works in Reminiscence: Yap Chin Hoe & Tony Ng Duo Exhibition held at Art WeMe Contemporary Gallery, KL.