The forest landscapes of Syed Fakaruddin are imbued with a mysterious, almost ethereal glow, achieved through his distinctive use of line effects and carefully layered colours. The overall image is constructed through delicate marks and subtle tonal variations, creating a surface rich with texture and movement. Through the interplay of lines and hues, the artist transforms the stillness of the forest into a peaceful and atmospheric image. At the heart of the scene, a waterfall cascades gently through the forest, its flowing form extending outward with a graceful rhythm. Syed Fakaruddin’s raised profile can be seen in his participation in group exhibitions organised by Hom Art Trans, G13 Gallery, Taksu and Segaris Art Center. He was also featured in Art Expo Malaysia from 2014 to 2016, and in Singapore Contemporary. Terengganu-born Syed Fakaruddin is now based in Kuala Lumpur. He obtained his BFA from the University ITM in Shah Alam (2010-2012) after his Diploma at its Lendu, Malacca campus in 2007-2010. Syed Fakaruddin was named as one of the grand winners of the Malaysia Emerging Artist Award 2019. He was also selected as the finalist for the ‘Bakat Muda Sezaman’ contest organised by the National Art Gallery Malaysia in 2021. His recent solo exhibitions include E-SCAPE in 2024 and Asas at Hom Art Trans in 2022.