Eston Tan finds inspiration in the life force and energy of cities around the world. This artwork shows the fraternity among a group of men gathering and conversing in the evening. They were wearing the yellow shirts, participating in the Bersih movement, which was a crucial demonstration instrumental in the changing of government administration in the later years (May 2018). The demonstration hoped that the government would listen to the voices of the citizens. The scene is illuminated by the food stall, creating a warm glimmering light surrounding the figures. Using sumptuous textures, the artist captures the light dark effects of the night and conveys the atmosphere of local lives.
Eston Tan received his art education from the Malaysian Institute of Art, Kuala Lumpur (1991) and The One Academy, Kuala Lumpur (1992–1993). He was the recipient of the Minor Award, Penang Young Talent in 1999 and Major Award, Penang Young Talent the following year. Besides Malaysia, he has held solo exhibitions in Hong Kong, Austria and Taiwan. He has participated in group shows namely Mail Art in New York, Art from Malaysia, Vienna, International Art Symposium, Hungary and Korean International Invitation Exhibition in Seoul etc. He is a member of the Penang Watercolour Society and New Expression of Asian Art.