One of the central themes of Mustapa Haji Ibrahim’s works are the components of nature at its core. Influenced by the flowing biomorphic forms derived from the earth, Mustapa delves into the awan larat motif in the central plane accompanied by a crescent moon. The playful use of undulating contours resembling microscopic organisms contribute to a new found consciousness of traditional symbolic content. By using an intense colour palette and subtle gradations of tones, the artist succeeds in creating a sense of vitalism. Mustapa Haji Ibrahim enrolled in Gombak Lane School, Gombak, Selangor in 1951, and Maxwell Secondary School, Kuala Lumpur in 1964. He attended art classes with Mazli Mat Som, and was a member of the Kumpulan Anak Alam. He held his first solo exhibition at British Council Kuala Lumpur in 1973. His fourth solo exhibition was titled Mustapa Haji Ibrahim, Paintings, 1968 – 2008 held at RA Fine Arts in 2008.