In this work from the Pago-Pago series, we can see a confluence of architectural forms derived from Southeast Asia, and organic elements influenced by the growth patterns of nature. Here, the vertical structure rises with dynamic strength from the ground, concentrating a myriad of shapes such as bamboo, leaves, curling shells, boats and architectural elements into a dense mass. His refreshing visual language captures the unique vibrancy of the landscape and culture of the region. Latiff Mohidin's international profile took a quantum leap with the landmark Pago-Pago (1960-1969) exhibition at the prestigious Centre Pompidou in Paris on Feb 28-May 28, 2018. Regarded as a national treasure for his contributions in paint and sculptures and in letters (poetry), Latiff made history when accorded his second Retrospective (Latiff Mohidin 60 Years) by the National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, in 2012-2013. His tutelage did not come with the British yellow-brick-road tradition, but in the Hochschule fur Bildende Kunste, Berlin; Atelier La Courier-Frelaut, Paris; and Pratt Institute, New York. His main art award was 2nd Prize (Graphic) in the Salon Malaysia in 1968. He is a literary giant, having won the SEA Write Award in Bangkok in 1984, the National Literary Award in 1984 and 1986, and the Malaysian Government literary prize from 1972 to 1976. He was a Creative Fellow at Universiti Sains Malaysia (1977) and a guest writer at the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (1988).