Balai Seni Lukis Negara also known as the National Art Gallery of Malaysia is based in Jalan Temerloh, off Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur, and only a stones throw away from the National Theater and the National Library. The National Art Gallery was launched on the 28th of August 1958 by the first Prime Minister of independent Malaysia – Tunku Abdul Rahman, with only 4 artworks to exhibit within its makeshift premises at Malaysiaâs first Parliament. Currently the National Art Gallery claims to house more than 2500 masterpieces of artists originating from both local and international arena in its permanent abode, which was officially inaugurated by the premier of Malaysia – Datuk Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohammed. The National Art Gallery boasts of a unique style, blending native motifs harmoniously with contemporary architecture, and claiming to a floor area of 13,000 sq m. The gallery serves as a repository for aesthetic creations and also hosts many events such as art competitions, seminars and workshops for professionals and students alike. In addition the gallery has also set its sights on preserving, developing, exploring as well as experimenting diverse aspects of Malaysian artistry. The gallery is open to you from 10am to 6pm daily, and the entrance is free of charge. You can conveniently arrive there by hiring a taxi or boarding a bus or train from the city of Kuala Lumpur. The National Art Gallery also provides numerous services to the visitors through its sculpture garden, photographic and graphic studio, creative center, library, auditorium, restoration area, outdoor exhibition area, book shop and the cafe. Being under the administration of the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Tourism of Malaysia, the National Art Gallery acts as the official art institution of Malaysia, sustaining and promoting aesthetic awareness among the general public. The National Art Gallery is encircled by shopping malls, museums, parks, memorials and restaurants all located within a 4km radius from the galleryâs premises. You can choose to spend your nights conveniently at a budget hotel in Kuala Lumpur amongst the many hotels dotting the area like Citrus Hotel Kuala Lumpur. These budget hotels of Kuala Lumpur offer various facilities and services making you feel more at home during your stay in this aesthetically rich city.
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National Art Gallery – Discover… Explore… Discern… Relish.
December 20th, 2009Promoting Art for Sake of Art
December 17th, 2009In the world of art, the term ‘showdown’ is interpreted in an optimistic way. It is a medium of promoting art and rewarding artist for acquiring some excellence in his work of art by conducting competitions. Additionally, it is also an effective task of collecting opinions from public on the work produced by bright and industrious artists. The showdowns are usually conducted by well-known art galleries. They arrange this sort of contests in both local and international degree aiming to encourage artist to participate. To take part in this competition artists have to submit their works. Many galleries accept only one piece of art work from each artist as eligibility criteria and display it to public for ratings. Taking the help of internet, this tradition of promoting art and inspiring is executed in a more brilliant manner. Online platform allows the fresh artist to exhibit his work on the websites by signing up and building profiles and portfolios. Online application is an innovative way to attract audience across the world. Visitors of all ages can view the work and rate it considering the merit of the work. An unusual trait of the showdown section is that visitors can vote for each work on a scale. Besides this, the online platform facilitates handy links with each image so that visitors can email their favourite works to their friends in an easy manner. The entire voting process consists of several rounds and after tallying the score the winner is declared at the end. Online showdown practice is seen to be adopted by famous Saatchi Gallery, London with the objective to hold promises of favouring careers to not only talented artist but also who desire to become a great artist.
