Arranged on a piece of crumpled batik sarong is a nearly ripped pineapple, few fresh mandarin oranges thus, one was left exposed in flesh and a bottle of 100 Plus. The composition creates a beautiful mess suggesting that someone might have left the scene to continue working. The batik is of the authentic east coast design. Renowned for his fine skills in still life, figures and nature, Latif often injects an essence of his cultural background through his artworks. Self-taught Latif Maulan made headlines when he won Redbull EhWauBulan showcase in 2016 though he has been known for his topsy-turvy figure under water. He was also finalist in the prestigious MEAA competition in 2009. Stints in New York (2000), Australia (2001) and Britain (2002, 2013) including a solo at the Barbican Gallery in Plymouth enhance his reputation. He made a great debut in Henry Butcher Art Auction when a painting (marbles) sold for a premium of RM 14,300 on April 21, 2015.