UOB Painting of the Year – Emerging Category Most Promising Young Artist Award

Artist: Ezra Chan Yi
Title: Play
Medium: Acrylic and oil on canvas
Size (cm): 91.0 x 122.0 cm

Play represents a world in which Mr Chan can play all his favourite games while drawing and painting. At the same time, he recalls the places he visits, the logos and brands he sees and the sounds he hears.

Artist’s Bio

Mr Chan started painting at the young age of four. Six years later, he enrolled in Very Special Arts (VSA) and within a year had contributed two artworks to raise funds for the organisation. He has participated in group exhibitions organised by VSA and Pathlight School and has had his designs adopted for merchandise.