The works of Tan Sik Yaw tend to focus on nature, conservation of old cities and scenic views of landscapes. Tan Sik Yaw graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Singapore in 1967. He has held 2 solo exhibitions in City Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur entitled "Reflection and Reminiscence" (2010) and "Vivid Glimpse" (2013). His works were exhibited in Singapore, Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Japan, Brazil, Italy and Indonesia.