KUALA LUMPUR – Lai Lai Art Gallery has launched the Kita Orang Art Exhibition 2025: Blue & White 400, a global art showcase now open at The Linc Kuala Lumpur.
This landmark event brings together 400 artists from more than 20 countries, celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Wanli Shipwreck — a Portuguese vessel that sank off the coast of Terengganu while carrying blue-and-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, China.
“The story of the Wanli Shipwreck connects Malaysia to a rich web of cultural exchange across centuries,” said Alice Chang, internationally renowned artist and founder of Lai Lai Art Gallery.
“Bringing together 400 artists symbolises that same spirit of connection.
Through the universal language of blue and white, we hope to bridge people, cultures, and time.”
Curated by Calvin Chua, Chairman of the Malaysian Watercolour Society; Zaki Hadri, President of Angkatan Pelukis Se-Malaysia (APS); and Alice Chang, the exhibition showcases paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media installations that explore the theme of “Blue & White” through a variety of cultural perspectives.
Recognised under the UNESCO Silk Roads Programme, the Wanli Shipwreck stands as a symbol of centuries-old trade and artistic exchange between East and West — a legacy reimagined in contemporary art.
In addition to the artworks, the Kita Orang Art Exhibition 2025 transforms The Linc KL into a dynamic community space, offering weekend art workshops, live demonstrations, storytelling sessions, and interactive activities for families, students, and art enthusiasts.
Visitors can also explore the Kita Orang Creative Marketplace, featuring handcrafted art pieces, wearable designs, artisanal candles, and local crafts by Malaysian creatives.
“Kita Orang means ‘We, the People,’” Alice added. “This exhibition isn’t just about showcasing art — it’s about creating opportunities for connection, curiosity, and collaboration through creativity.”
Kita Orang Art Exhibition 2025: Blue & White 400 runs until October 20, 2025 at The Linc Kuala Lumpur. Admission is free, with activities taking place every weekend. — October 8, 2025
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