Mastura Abdul Rahman highlights elements and values found in traditional Malay arts such as traditional textiles, and congkak board games. Western dolls are dressed up in traditional batik clothing which contrasts with the bright coloured background. The intricate batik motifs found on the garments are not merely decorative, it is hoped that the national cultural heritage will be passed down to future generations. Mastura won the coveted Major Award in the Young Contemporary Artists (BMS) competition in 1985. She also won the Consolation Prize in a Johor competition in 1987. Mastura was much influenced by the National Congress (1971) and Akar-akar Pribumi seminar (1979). Mastura obtained Art Teacher’s Diploma UiTM, BA in Art & Design (Fine Art) UiTM, and Masters of Science (Creative Multimedia), Multimedia University, Cyberjaya.