Rendered in bluish purple hues, Ismail Mat Hussin captures an important activity of the fishermen at work by the shore. Here, the artist created a striking composition of fisherfolk mending nets, focusing on soft glimmering light to bring out the relaxed atmosphere and a spirit of togetherness. The fishermen are dressed in traditional batik sarongs and head dress. Although self-taught, Ismail Mat Hussin worked as a graphic designer cum illustrator at Syarikat Percetakan Dian in Kota Baru from 1979-1991, but had been painting virtually full time since 1968. He was a member of Peseni (Persatuan Senilukis Kelantan) and the Angkatan Pelukis SeMalaysia. He also painted in watercolours, but his batiks fetch higher prices. He was qualified in music with a Grade V certificate in violin from the Royal School of Music in London, and worked part-time at Radio-Televisyen Malaysia Kota Baru.