
Chairperson
Dr. Andika Aziz Hussin
BIODATA
Andika Aziz Hussin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Master’s degree in Theatre Production and a Doctor of Philosophy in Drama from the University of Hull, United Kingdom. Academic involvement for 23 years. Specialise in Stage Directing and Stage Production Management. Won a series of competitions for state and national theatre festivals as director and actor. Involved as an international theatre actor (Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and Indonesia) in the theatre production `Mencencang Air’. Produces academic book writing (Prosedur Pementasan Teater, Kompilasi Skrip Drama Kontemporari, Prosedur Pementasan Dekon MAKUM), textbooks (Performing Arts for Form 4 SSEM), international and national journals, magazines and national newspapers. Also received the Best Academic Book Award for The Category of Social Sciences by Universiti Malaysia Sabah. Research studies included the Forum Theatre at the Centre for Rehabilitation of Teenagers (TUNAS BAKTI Kota Kinabalu and Melaka) and Deklamasi Lakon (DEKON). Experienced as a coach, workshop facilitators, theatre judges, actors and theatre directors.
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Theatre performances need to adhere to maqashid shari’ah based on Islamic values as mentioned by Imam Al-Ghazali; protect life, protect religion, protect reason, protect the state and protect self-respect. “Teater Memanusiakan Manusia” (Theater Humanizes People). Drama is a human discourse portraying a life story, a shadow of its past and an afterthought of the day. Drama is not just entertainment but rather it is an effective medium of upbringing and preaching. Plato (Republic) has written about good literary values as an effort to improve the soul of the Greek people in order to become useful citizens. Plato’s literary style seeks to shape people, awaken emotions. Aristotle (Poetic) also stated that drama is able to form humans. In the drama tragedy encourages stimulation of waking feelings of catharsis (poetic justice); fear, sympathy and empathy that can be a guide to man. Thus, a good drama must contain a good moral message for self and society based on religion, customs, culture and identity.
BOOKS
Produksi Seni Persembahan Tingkatan 4 Sekolah Seni Malaysia. 2019. Penerbit Aras Mega untuk Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia ISBN 978-967-2212-68-3 |
Pengurusan Produksi Teater 2nd Ed. 2014. Penerbit UMS. Universiti Malaysia Sabah ISBN 978-967-5224-04-1 |
Prosedur Pementasan Dekon MAKUM. 2013. Institut Terjemahan Buku Malaysia ISBN 978-967-430-334-1 |
PROSEDUR PENGURUSAN PRODUKSI TEATER. 2012. Universiti Malaysia Sabah ISBN 978-967-5224-04-1 |
Terra Rossa: Koleksi Drama Kontemporari. 2002. Universiti Malaysia Sabah ISBN 983-2188-87-3 |
JOURNAL/PROSIDING
Mazlina Pati Khan, Andika Aziz Hussin dan Khairul Azhar Mat, PERLINDUNGAN SENI PERSEMBAHAN TRADISIONAL MAKYONG: EVOLUSI PENDOKUMENTASIAN MAKLUMAT WARISAN DI INSTITUSI WARISAN NEGARA (IWN). 2018. International Journal of Creative Future & Heritage (IJCFH), Vol 6. (2), 199-215 |
Mazlina Pati Khan, Andika Aziz Hussin dan Khairul Azhar Mat, DOCUMENTATION OF INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE (ICH): MAKYONG PERFORMING ART COLLECTION. 2018. International Journal of Information and Knowledge Management (IJIKM) Vol 8 (1) 85-102. |
Mazlina Pati Khan, Andika Aziz Hussin dan Khairul Azhar. STRATEGI PENDOKUMENTASIAN KOLEKSI WARISAN TIDAK KETARA DI INSTITUSI WARISAN KEBANGSAAN: KOLEKSI SENI PERSEMBAHAN MAK YONG. 2018. International Seminar on Nusantara Heritage |
Andika Aziz Hussin, KERANGKA PERLAKSANAAN TEATER FORUM SEBAGAI MEDIUM LUAHAN EMOSI REMAJA MELAYU SECARA TERKAWAL DAN SELAMAT. March 2017 – January 2019. International Journal of Creative Futures and Heritages (TENIAT) UMK Volume 5, Issue 1,ISSN 2289-4527 |
Andika Aziz Hussin. FORUM THEATRE AS A MEDIUM OF EXPRESSION OF EMOTION AMONG MALAYSIAN TEENAGERS. 2012. International Journal Of Humanities And Social Sciences (IJHSS). |
Andika Aziz Hussin. TEATER FORUM SEBAGAI MEDIUM LUAHAN EMOSI SECARA KREATIF DAN SELAMAT. JOURNAL OF ARTS, GENDANG ALAM. JIL. 1. ED. 1. 2010. Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sekolah Pengajian Seni |
Andika Aziz Hussin, FORUM TEATER SEBAGAI MEDIUM KREATIF DAN KRITIKAN KE ARAH PERUBAHAN SOSIAL: BENGKEL-BENGKEL KLINIKAL DI PUSAT PEMULIHAN MELAKA DAN KOTA KINABALU. ISU-ISU SENI KONTEMPORARI. PROSIDING PERSIDANGAN SENI KEBANGSAAN . 2009. Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Sekolah Pengajian Seni. |
MODULE
Balakrishnan Parasuraman, Khairil Anwar Dean Kamarudin, Andika Aziz Hussin, Balan Rathakrishnan, Azmi Jumat. Pembelajaran Integratif Kokurikulum dan Kemahiran Insaniah 2012
ARTICLE IN NATIONAL MAGAZINE/ NEWSPAPER
Inovasi Patung Wayang Kulit Berasaskan Pokok Kenaf, 2020, Majalah Dewan Budaya Bill 11, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, ISSN 0126-8473 |
Pelestarian Makyung sebagai warisan Kebudayaan Dunia, 2020, Majalah Dewan Budaya Edisi 4 Dewan bahasa dan Pustaka Malaysia. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Medium Teater Terapi; Luahan Perasaan secara Terkawal dan Selamat. 2019, Majalah PENTAS. Edisi Jan – Dis 2019. Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 1823-9943 |
Drama dan Teater, Lahirkan Graduan Usahawan Seni, 2018, Buletin TERAJU UMK ISSN 1985 5451 |
Pengajian Drama dan Teater di UMK dalam Melahirkan Graduan Usahawan Seni. 2018, Dewan Budaya: Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Malaysia. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Perkembangan Dan Pemahaman Teater Absurd Di Sabah. 2010, Dewan Budaya: Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Malaysia. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Pendidikan Teater Di Sabah. 2009. Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Malaysia. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Dilema Teater Sabah. 2009. Dewan Budaya: Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Kegiatan Teater Semakin Sepi di Sabah. 2002. Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Kritikan Teater: Antara Pemikiran Kreatif dan Pemikiran Dungu. 2000. Dewan Budaya Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Seni Drama dalam Pendidikan Moden. 2000. Dewan Budaya. Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 0126-8473 |
Ke Mana Arah Teater Sabah. 1999. Berita Harian |
Pengkritik Teater Masih Cetek. 1998. Dewan Budaya: Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Kuala Lumpur. ISSN 0126-8473 |
RESEARCH
PROSEDUR PEMENTASAN DEKLAMASI LAKON (DEKON) Majlis Kebudayaan Universiti Malaysia (MAKUM) 2013 |
FORUM THEATRE SEBAGAI MEDIUM LUAHAN EMOSI SECARA SELAMAT DAN TERKAWAL; KAJIAN KES DI DUA BUAH PUSAT PEMULIHAN REMAJA TUNAS BAKTI MELAKA DAN KOTA KINABALU SABAH. 2007 |
AWARD
Anugerah Gemilang Universiti – Kategori Kesenian dan Kebudayaan, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 2020 |
Naib Johan Teater Pendek Festival Kesenian Universiti-Universiti Malaysia – `KONFRONTASI 13’ Teknik Terbaik, Tempat Kedua Keseluruhan IPT 2019 |
Johan Festival Teater Negeri Kelantan 2017 & 2019 |
Johan Pengisahan Kenegaraan Peringkat Negeri Kelantan “KONFRONTASI 13”, 2019 |
Naib Johan Produksi Teater Remaja Kebangsaan `KETUK’ 2016, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan |
Anugerah Pengetua Kolej Kediaman Terbaik, 2015, Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Naib Johan Produksi Festival Teater Negeri Kelantan `PERKAHWINAN’ , 2015, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan |
Anugerah Seni Budaya Pengurusan Kelab Terbaik, 2014, Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Pengurusan Jawatankuasa Kebajikan Pelajar Kolej Kediaman Terbaik, 2011 & 2014, Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Naib Johan Produksi Festival Teater Kebangsaan ‘VITTO IL MAFIOSO’, 2013, Mewakili Negeri Sabah |
Johan Festival Teater Negeri Sabah 2012, 2011, 2000, 2001 |
Johan Festival Dekon MAKUM 2012, Majlis Kebudayaan Universiti Awam Malaysia |
Naib Johan Festival Dekon MAKUM – 2011, Majlis Kebudayaan Universiti Awam Malaysia |
Anugerah Seniman Teater Negeri Sabah, 2011 |
Anugerah Buku Terbaik Kategori Sains Sosial, 2009, Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Johan Festival Teater MAKUM, 2007 |
Anugerah Penyelidikan dan Inovasi, 2007, Sekolah Pengajian Seni Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Anugerah Kebudayaan dan Kesenian (BERPASUKAN), 2006, Universiti Malaysia Sabah |
Hadiah Tinta Sabah & Sastera Sabah, 2004, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Cawangan Sabah |
Johan Pekan Teater Wilayah Persekutuan, 1999 Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara |
Pelakon Lelaki Terbaik, Drater Antara Universiti Awam Malaysia, 1999 |
CONSULTATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES
MODERATOR FORUM BERSEMPENA DENGAN PEMENTASAN TEATER SEORANG TUA DI KAKI GUNUNG, 2020 Anjuran Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Wilayah Utara dengan kerjasama Pusat Pengajian Seni USM dan Persatuan Seni Kreatif Budaya Warisan Estetik (SEKENET) Pulau Pinang |
KETUA JURI JOM TEATER SEKOLAH MENENGAH PERINGKAT KEBANGSAAN 2020 (SECARA DALAM TALIAN), anjuran Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia dengan kerjasama Jabatan Pendidikan Johor |
PELAKON PRODUKSI TEATER SECARA ATAS TALIAN “SEORANG TUA DI KAKI GUNUNG’ , 2020, Kerjasama Pusat Pengajian Seni USM, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Wilayah Utara, Kerajaan Negeri Pulau Pinang, JKKN |
MODERATOR WEBINAR KAJIAN PENYELIDIKAN UNIVERSITY MALAYA RESEARCH PROGRAMME, 2020, Staging and Playing, Moving and Acting: Teaching and Learning Strategirs and Concepts of Performing Arts Education with Young Children, Dr Marlenny Danerwan, Jabatan Drama, Pusat Budaya Universiti Malaya |
PANEL WEBINAR SERIES ; MEMACU KREATIVITI SENI DI SAAT PANDEMIK COVID 19, 2020, Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara Negeri Sembilan |
Perasmi dan Penceramah Program Minggu Bahasa Dan Kuiz Bahasa & Sastera MRSM Zon Timur 2020, “Merealisasikan Kemakmuran Bersama Melalui Pendidikan”, Maktab Rendah Sains Mara Zon Timur di MRSM Kuala Besut. |
Pengarah Pementasan Monodrama SURAT UNTUK MAMA sempena Monodrama Kelantan 2019, Anjuran Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Cawangan Wilayah Timur |
Penceramah Motivasi “Pendidik Berinovatif Generasi Kreatif” sempena Hari Inovasi anjuran Maktab Rendah Sains Mara Besut, 2019 |
Ketua Juri Festival Teater Negeri Terengganu. 2019 |
Penilai Manuskrip Buku Puisi RAYUAN PADA MALAM terbitan Universiti Tun Hussien Onn (UTHM), 2019 |
Panel Penilai International Journal Of Applied And Creative Arts (IJACA), Fakulti Seni Gunaan Dan Artistik Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 2018-2020, 2020 – 2022 |
Paper Reviewer 7th International Seminar On Nusantara Heritage (Isonh) 2018 |
Ahli Jawatankuasa Pemikir Lembaga Pengarah Lembaga Kebudayaan Sabah 2019-2021, Lembaga Kebudayaan Sabah |
Panel Penilai Buku Teks Sekolah Seni Malaysia (SSeM) Tingkatan 2 & 3 2018 – 2019, Bahagian Buku Teks Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia |
Mentor Syarikat Keusahawanan Pelajar, 2018, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan |
Penasihat Produksi Semarak Bangsawan `Panglima Awang’ ,Kelab Alumni Teater Rimba UKM, 2017 |
Panel Penggubal Kurikulum Seni Persembahan Fakulti Teknologi Kreatif dan Warisan Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (2015) & Program Seni Kreatif Sekolah Pengajian Seni Universiti Malaysia Sabah ( 1997) |
Email:andika2020@usm.my

Lecturer
Dr. Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer
Qualifications
BA (hons)Performing Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM); MA (Dance Studies), Universiti Sains Malaysia; PhD (Dance Ethnochoreology), University of Malaya (UM).
Profile
Dr. Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer is a senior lecturer attached to the Department of Drama & Theatre, School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. She is an academic and researcher in the field of performing arts and dance ethno choreology. Her book titled Dancing The Strong Woman in Malaysia (2011) is one of the first in the country to highlight and discuss issues on identity, feminism and the empowerment of women through the field of dance in Malaysia. Trained in Indian classical dance form Bharata Natyam, Malay traditional dances, contemporary dance techniques and Malay martial arts silat, she incorporates dance, creative movements, drama and story- telling in her artistic projects. She is a strong advocator of “Arts for All” and is actively involved in Arts Therapy for children with special needs. Mumtaz Begum is also a text book writer for the subject of Dance for Malaysian schools.
Personal Statement
Dance and acting has always been a vital part of me. I feel strong and empowered when I am on stage either saying my lines or moving each part of my limbs in a rhythmic way. Dance has a profound way of liberating yourself whilst acting gives you the power to speak your emotions and trust your impulses. Both dance and acting as a scholarly body of knowledge has the effects of bringing communities, practitioners, artists and academics together to articulate, collaborate, conserve and negotiate the various practices, styles, and ever evolving genres, an area that fascinates me.
Publication
Scopus Journals
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Halimi Mohd nNoh & Husaini Yaacob. (2019). ”The Process of Creating the Script for the Performance of Bermulanya Di Sini…Kedah Tua”. Wacana Seni Special Issue. Penerbit USM: Penang.
Nur Hilyati Ramli, Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer and Pravina Manoharan. (2019). ”From Monuments to Movements: Curating an Artistic Re-imagination of Ancient Kedah Tua”. Wacana Seni Special Issue. Penerbit USM: Penang.
Hong Kim Lan, Nur Hilyati Ramli, Muhizam Mustafa, Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer & Najib Sani Abdullah. (2019). Re-Imagining the Costume Design and Body Adornments for the Performance of Bermulanya Di Sini…Kedah Tua”. Wacana Seni Special Issue. Penerbit USM:Penang.
A.S. Hardy shafii, Solehah Ishak, Hazman Hassan & Mumtaz Begum. (2016). ’The Babalian & Other Community Rituals of the Dususn tatana: a preliminary research’. SHS Scopus. ISSN: 2357-1330.
Mumtaz Begum. (2011). ‘Arts For All: Can I dance Too?’. Wacana Seni. Universiti Sains Malaysia. www.scholarone
Mumtaz Begum. (2007) ‘Semiotics: Signs and Meanings in Contemporary Dance’. In Wacana Seni. Universtiti Sains Malaysia, 71-76. ISSN: 1675-3410.
Books
Mohd Hairil Anuar Bari, Mohd Fauzi Selo. (2019). Buku Teks Mata Pelajaran Seni Tari Tingkatan 4 untuk Sekolah Seni Malaysia. Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer (Ed). Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer & Hafzan Zanie. (2018).Buku Teks Mata Pelajaran Seni Tari Tingkatan 3 untuk Sekolah Seni Malaysia. Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Muhammad Farif Marlias (2017). Buku Teks Mata Pelajaran Seni Tari Tingkatan 2 untuk Sekolah Seni Malaysia. Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur.
Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah, A.S Hardy Shafii, Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer (2017). Locating the Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. (Eds). Penerbit USM: Pulau Pinang.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Hafzan Zannie Hamzah & Ismail Muhamad. (2016). Buku Teks Mata Pelajaran Seni Tari Tingkatan 1 untuk Sekolah Seni Malaysia. Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Muhizam Mustafa. (2011). Dancing The Strong Woman in Malaysia. A Study on the Relationship between the Female Role-Type and the Presence of Feminism in Contemporary Dance in Malaysia. LAP Lambert Publishing Co: Germany. ISBN: 978-3-8465-4219-4.
Chapter in Books
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Pravina Manoharan. (2017). “Mind, Body, Spirits and Souls in Traditional Healing: A Perspective of Bageh”, In Locating the Soul in Performance for Healing. Penerbit, USM: Pulau Pinang.
Pravina Manoharan, Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, A.S Hardy Shafii. (2017). “Thaipusam: A Journey in Spiritaul Healing”. In Locating the Soul in Performance for Healing. Penerbit, USM: Pulau Pinang.
Mumtaz Begum, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin. (2016). Increasing Kinesics Awareness for non Dancers through Dance’. Perspectives in Dance Education. Univeristi Malaya: Kuala Lumpur. (manuscript accepted).
Mumtaz Begum, Tarmiji Masron, Muhizam Mustafa, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low. (2014). ’A Midsummer’s Night Dream Dissected through Philosophy, Geographical Information System, Mapping of Dance and Choreography’. An Experimental Process. Reengineering Local Knowledge: Life, Science and Technology. (eds) Norizan Esa, Leela Rajamani & Zuraidah Mohd Yusoff. Universiti Sains Malaysia: Penang.
Mumtaz Begum. (2012). ‘Dance in Malaysia: A Reflection of Traditions through Localized Artistic Identities’. Retracing Tradition for a Sustainable Future. (ed) Nurul Farhana Low Abdullah & Mohamad Rashidi Pakri. Universiti Sains Malaysia: Penang.
Mumtaz Begum. (2012). ‘Interpretasi Budaya dan Alam Melayu dalam Tari Kontemporari di Malaysia’. Kearifan Tempatan: Pengalaman Nusantara Meneliti Kosmologi dan Adat Istiadat (Jilid 2). (ed) Mohd Kipli Abdul Rahman, Nazarudin Zainun & Rahimah Hamid. Universiti Sains Malaysia: Penang
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer. (2011) ‘Dancing the Strong Woman: Celebrating Women, Feminism and Contemporary Dance in Malaysia’. Celebrating Dance in Malaysia: Sharing Identities. Pg 148-165. Routledge. London, New York.
Mumtaz Begum. (2008) ‘Dancing the Strong Definitive Woman through Contemporary Dance: The Malaysian Experience’. In Independence & Identity. Mohd. Anis Mohd Nor & Joseph Gonzales (ed). Kuala Lumpur, ASWARA, 41-54. ISBN: 978-983-2538-07-3.
Mumtaz Begum. (2003) ‘Contemporary Dance in Malaysia: What is it?’. Diversity in Motion. Mohd.Anis Mohd Nor (ed). Kuala Lumpur: MyDance Alliance, Cultural Center University of Malaya, 63-67. ISBN: 983-2085-58-6. 4.
International Proceedings
‘Wayang Kulit Performance as an Innovative Tool to Improve Cognitive Development in Cerebral Palsy Children’. (2018) 5th Symposium, International Council for Traditional Music, Sabah, Malaysia.
Mumtaz Begum Backer, Pravina Manoharan. (2017). ‘Translating Archeological Artefacts and Architectural Remains at Lembah Bujang through Performance’. The ICTM Study Group on Performing Arts of Southeast Asia. Universiti Sains Malaysia: Penang. ISBN 978-461-120-0
A.S. Hardy Shafii, Solehah Ishak, Hazman Hassan, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin, Mumtaz Begum. (2016). ’The Vanishing Spiritual Healers of Sabah: a preliminary research’. Proceeding. International Conference on Soft science.
Muhizam Mustafa, Mumtaz Begum, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Azila Zainal. (2013). ’Simon Says Syndrome in Art & Design Education’. Proceedings from 2nd International Conference for Design Education Researchers. DRS CUMULUS: Oslo. ISBN 3978-82-93298-03-8.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer. (2010). ‘Gidda: From Private sphere to Public Sphere’. 1st PASEA Conference. Polytechnic Republic. Singapore. ICTM Proceedings Study Group.
National Proceedings/Seminars/Summits/Abstracts
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2014). ‘Bobohizan: The spiritual Consultant of the Kadazandusun Community’. 4th RCLK Conference. Sutera Beach Resort: Terengganu.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin. (2013). The Role of Creative Arts Therapy for Children’. 3rd PACIA Conference. Grand Borneo. UMS: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2013). ‘Bageh: The Mind, Body & Soul’. 3rd RCLK Conference. Kuching: Sarawak.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Aris Ahmad, A.S. Hardy Shafii & Johan Othman. (2012). ‘Dancing With the Gods: in 8.8’. 2nd PACIA Conference. Universiti Sains Malaysia. PACIA Proceedings. Universiti Sains Malaysia: Penang.
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer. (2012). ‘Arts for All’. 3rd ICACA Conference. UNIMAS: Kuching, Sarawak.
Articles in Magazines
Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer. (2011). ‘The Dancing Stars!’. Just Dance Magazine.AT Danceworks: Selangor.
Mumtaz Begum, Aris Ahmad. (2011). ‘Vertical Road: Akram Khan in a State of Stacatto. Just Dance Magazine. AT Danceworks: Selangor.
Research/ Grants
- 2018-2020 (FRGS Grant)- Principal Researcher. “Silk Shadows Speak: A Study of Malaysian Children’s Voices on Heritage Folktales using Performative Tools” (On going).
- 2014- 2016 (Short Term grant (USM) – Team Members: Prof Dato’ Dr. Mokhtar Saidin, Dr. Muhizam Mustafa, Dr. Pravina Manoharan, Dr. Johan Othman, Dr. Najib Abdul Sani, Puan Carren Hong Kim Lan). ‘Translating Archeological Artefacts and Architechtural Remains at Lembah Bujang through Dance’. Completed.
- 2012-current (LRGS Grant)- Team Members (Project 2): Dato’ Prof. Mohd Ghouse Nasuruddin (Principal), Dr. Mumtaz Begum, Dr.A.S. Hardy Shafii, Dr. Pravina Manoharan, Prof Madya Dr. Kipli Abdul Rahman, Prof. Solehah Ishak. Conceptualizing Local Knowledge and Indigenous Science : (Performance for Healing).Completed.
- 2012-2015 (RU Grant, USM)- Team Members: Dato’ Prof Mohd Ghouse Nasuruddin (principal), Dr. Mumtaz Begum, Dr. Maria Soccoro, Mr. Yeop Abdul Rahman (Neuro-surgeon). Arts Theraphy for children wirth special needs. Completed.
- 2012-2015 (Ru Grant, USM)- Team members (Prof Madya Dr. Shanti Balraj- Principal), Prpf Dr. Ambigapathy, Dr. Mumtaz Begum, Dr. Illangko, Dr. Muhizam Mustafa- Growing up with media literacy. Completed.
- 2012-2015 (SKMM Grant)- Team members (Prof Madya Dr. Shanti Balraj- principal), Prpf. Dr. Ambigapathy, Dr. Mumtaz Begum, Dr. Illangko, Dr. Muhizam Mustafa-Captivated with Facebook: Constructions, Contexts and consequences. Completed.
Course Listings
- VTD 233E- Traditional & Contemporary Dance techniques
- VTE 353E- Arts Therapy
- VTT 161- Introduction to Drama & Theatre
- VTC 453- Community Theatre
- VTT 118- Asian Theatre
- VTT 461- Performance Criticism
- VTR 261- Script Writing
Consultation/Appoinments to Universities
Year | Description |
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2017-2018 | MQA-External Accessor for The Children’s Performing Arts Programme at UNITAR. Kuala Lumpur |
2015-2016 | MQA-External Accessor for The Post Draduate programme in Creative Arts- Kursi P.Ramlee, ASWARA, Kuala Lumpur. |
2012-2014 | External Advisor for The Dance Programme at The Faculty of Music and Performings Arts, UPSI, Tanjung Malim, Perak. |
2013-2014 | MQA-External Reviewer for Diploma in Children’s Theatre- UNITAR, Selangor |
2012 | External Advisor & Examiner- Dance Programme, ASWARA, Malaysia |
2011-present | Advisory member for the conceptualization of curriculum for Arts Schools in Malaysia- Dance Programme, Ministry of Education, Malaysia. |
2010-present | Professional Assessor for Sekolah- Sekolah Seni Malaysia (SPM & PMR), Ministry of Education Malaysia |
2010-present | Curriculum Advisor for Dance Proframme of Sekolah-Sekolah Seni Malaysia, Ministry of Education Malaysia |
Creative Artistic Works/Performances/Workshops
Georgetown Festival- Butoh with Tony Yap- 23rd July 2010, USM, Penang. (Organiser & Moderator).
Odin Theatre – Workshop with Eugenio Barba – 21st May 2010, USM, Penang. (Organiser & Moderator).
Fly Jentayu Fly- International Women’s Day – 7th& 8th March 2009, Gurney Plaza, Pulau Pinang. (Co- Choregrapher & Dancer)
Creatif Movements & Storytelling Workshop with Spastic Children- 7th & 14th August 2009. (Spastic Center, Penang). A Community Project
Dream A Dream (DAD) Project- BOLD Center & Aida Redza- April 2009. Facilitator. Disted College, Penang. A Community Project.
Wayang The Boy & The Forest. A Theatre Performance. The Cerebral Palsy Association of Penang & Schhol of Arts, USM. Assisstant Director. October 2011, April 2012
Tree of Dreams & Hope. Arts Therapy Theatre Performance. Artistic Director & Choreographer. BJIM, USM, School of the Arts, USM, The Cerebral Palsy Association of Penang, Shan Children’s Home, Butterworth, mainstream schools in Penang, Taiping. Nov 2012.
Mahabarata- Revisited. A Contemporaray Dance Drama. Artistic Director & Choreographer. Collaboration between School of Arts, USM & Sek Seni Johor. 24th March 2013. Panggung Pelenggang Cahaya, USM, Penang.
Adventures of Karum-the Dugong. A Processional Street Performance concentrating on conservation education, case study, the dugong. Director. Collaboration between Centre of Marine & Coastal Studies (CEMACS), USM, Schoolof the Arts, USM & communities around Pulau Sibu, Johor. Date & Venue: 10th-11th June, 2013, Pulau Sibu, Johor.
Tapir Oh Tapir!. A children’s theatre. Director. Collaboration between School of Arts, PenangPAC, Monetssori Kindergarten & St. Nicholas School for the Blind, Penang. Date & Venue: 24th & 25th April 2014, PenangPAC, in conjuction with World Tapir Day, UNESCO.
Mowgli & Friends. A children’s Theatre. Director. Collaboration between School of Arts, USM & The Spastic School of Penang. Date & Venue: 31st October 2015, The Spastic School, Penang.
Speech & Drama Workshop for Adults & Children. Trainor. Collaboration between USM, Sek. Keb. Minden Heights & Penang Education Council. Date & Venue: 2nd August- 28th August, Sek. Keb. Minden Heights, Penang.
Bermulanya Di Sini…Kedah Tua. Director, Choreographer& ScriptWriter. A Theratre Performance. Collaboration with The Global Archaelogy Centre, USM. Date & Venue: 21-22 May 2016, Bujang Valley, Kedah. In conjunction with International Conference on Sungai Batu and Visit Kedah Year 2016.
Email:mumzie@usm.my

Lecturer
Dr. Azrul Azizi Amirul
Qualifications
BA (Hons) Drama & Theater, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), MA (Performance Studies), Universiti of Malaya (UM); PhD (Scenography) Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
Profile
Azrul graduated from Universiti Sains Malaysia with a Drama and Theatre major in Directing (Degree). His Master’s degree is from Universiti Malaya and his Ph.D. is from Universiti Sains Malaysia in field of Scenography. In 2007 and 2009, he won for Best Director at the Penang Theatre Festival. He was shortlisted for a directing category in Short Theatre at Anugerah Merdeka DBP in 2009. He was involved in TV production as an Acting Coach for a reality show titled Pilih Kasih at Radio Television Malaysia. He also worked as an assistant director and scenographer for theatrical production Natrah 2 and Badai Semalam, which were staged at the National Theatre Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur, Reflection on anOTHER at the 7th Unesco-ITI Asia Pasific Bereau Theatre School Directors Conference & Theatre Festival 2014 in Shanghai China, Kiri Kanan (left right) in 2016 at National School Of Drama New Delhi, India and Bayang in 2018 at Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta. He is currently a lecturer at Drama and Theatre department Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Personal Statement
Dr. Azrul Azizi Amirrul is currently holding a position as the head of Drama and Theatre department, School Of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. He is a researcher and educator. His research interest is modern and traditional performing arts, scenography, and design with cultural influences. He believes all human beings have their own uniqueness and potential. As a lecturer, he aspires to continue to polish and improve his potential to give his knowledge to his students and in academic research. He also believes that education should be fun because the purest idea comes from joy and being authentic in a classroom. Nurturing future talent is his mantra at work.
Publication
Chapter in Book
- Azrul Azizi Amirul, Azizi Bahauddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2017). Pencahayaan dalam Reka Bentuk Pementasan Wayang Kulit Melayu Kelantan. In Nazarudin Zainun & A.S.Hardy Shafii (editor), Masyarakat Nusantara Dalam Budaya, Warisan dan Sejarah. Penang: Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Proceeding/Working Paper
- Azrul Azizi Amirul & Azizi Bahauddin. (2015). Ritual Aspect’s Desertion in Kelantan’s Puppet Shadow Play’s Stage Design. 4th USM-PSU-NSTRU International Conference on Arts and Sciences, Penang.
- Azrul Azizi Amirul, Azizi Bahauddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2015). Pencahayaan dalam Reka Bentuk Pementasan Wayang Kulit Melayu Kelantan. 5th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2015, Bandung Indonesia.
- Azrul Azizi Amirul, Azizi Bahauddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2016). Aspek Reka Bentuk Fizikal dan Simbolik Panggung Persembahan Wayang Kulit Kelantan. 2nd International Conference on Creative Media and Technology (REKA), Penang.
- Azrul Azizi Amirul, Azizi Bahauddin & A.S. Hardy Shafii. (2016). Pendekatan Sinografi Terhadap Peranan Dalang Dalam Persembahan Wayang Kulit Kelantan. 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016, Penang.
- Azrul Azizi Amirul. (2018). Nilai komersial Dalam Kelir Persembahan Wayang Kulit Kelantan. 8th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2018, Kuala Lumpur.
- Azrul Azizi Amirul. (2019). Kelansungan Wayang Kulit Kelantan dalam reka Bentuk Ruang Persembahan. 9th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2018, Kuala Lumpur.
- Nor Asniza Ishak & Azrul Azizi Amirul. (2019). Enhancing Low Performance Students’ Creativity Skills And Innovative Skills: Experiental Learning Of STEAM Education Through Performing Arts Inspired From The Malay Proverbs. 9th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2018, Kuala Lumpur.
Research
Interest
- Design with Cultural Influence
- Drama & Theatre
- Scenography and Technical Theatre
- Traditional and Modern Performing Arts
Expertise
- Design with Cultural Influence
- Scenography
- Technical Theatre
- Stage Directing & Acting
- Modern and Traditional Theatre
Teaching
Level 100
- Introduction to Drama & Theatre
- Fundamental Acting
- Academic Exercise
- Practicum Of Northern Malay Traditional Theatre
- Script Analysis
- Studies in Asian Theatre
Level 200
- Intermediate Directing
Level 300
- Advance Acting
Level 400
- Final Year Project (Production/Dissertation)
- Community Theatre
Recognitions
- Module Drafter for Teaching and Learning
- Theatre Module I, Program Bimbingan Seni Budaya Negara (PPSB)
- Second Prize in Short Drama DBP 2012.(script)
- Best Set Design in Penang Theatre Festival 2013.
- Best Director at Penang Theater Festival 2009.
- Best Director at Penang Theater Festival 2007.
- First Prize at Penang Theater Festival 2007 (as Director).
- Third Prize at MAKUM Theater Festival 2007(as Director).
- Second Prize at Pertandingan Teater Kanak-Kanak KEMAS (State Level), Penang (as Director)
Communities
Date: 3, 4&10 Nov 2009
Place: SMK Abdullah Munshi
Activity: Theatre Workshop for PMR student.
Post: Facilitator
Date: 11 Nov 2009
Place: SMK Bandar Baru Perda & SMK Bkt. Jambul
Activity: Lecture in Introduction Drama and Theatre
Post: Facilitator
Date: Feb-March 2012
Place: Kelab Sultan Sulaiman, Kg.Baru
Activity: First Time Revolution Stage Acting Workshop
Post: Facilitator
Date: March 2012
Place: Kolej 12, UPM
Activity: UPM Intercollege Theater Festival 2012
Post: Trainer
Date: Mei-June 2013
Place: SMK (P) Green Lane
Activity: School Theater Production (Proud and Prejudice)
Post: Trainer
Date: 16 Mei 2013
Place: Dewan Kuliah ‘U’, USM
Activity: Program Pementasan Drama Kursus PGT 203: Kemahiran Komunikasi dan Interpersonal Guru
Post: Head of Jury
Date: 20 Sept 2013
Place: SMK Seri Balik Pulau
Activity: Seminar Kesusasteraan Melayu Komunikatif STPM Baharu
Post: Lecturer
Date: 3 Oct 2015
Place: Dewan Kuliah U, USM
Activity: Penang International Kids Storytelling (PINKS)
Post: Jury
Date: 14 Nov 2015
Place: Kompleks Belia dan Sukan Batu Uban, Pulau Pinang
Activity: Bengkel Seni Tari dan Teater Sempena Karnival Rakan Muda Day Out 2015
Post: Facilitator
Date: 20 February-31 July 2016
Place: JKKN Pulau Pinang
Activity: Children Theatre Workshop AA BA TA
Post: Facilitator
Date: 22 May 2016
Place: Dewan Kuliah U, USM
Activity: PGT 203 Kemahiran Subjek Interpersonal Teater Tema Filem P.Ramlee, Pusat Pengajian Pendidikan USM.
Post: Jury
Date: 10 December 2017
Place: Pelenggam Cahaya USM
Activity: PGT 203 Kemahiran Subjek Interpersonal, Pusat Pengajian Pendidikan USM
Post: Jury
Date: 12 May 2018
Place: Pelenggam Cahaya USM
Activity: PGT 203 Kemahiran Subjek Interpersonal, Pusat Pengajian Pendidikan USM
Post: Jury
Date: 2 November 2018
Place: SMK Putra Perlis
Activity: Class Project VTC453/2 Teater Komuniti
Post: Lecturer/Facilitator
Date: 9 December 2018
Place: Pelenggam Cahaya USM
Activity: PGT 203 Kemahiran Subjek Interpersonal, Pusat Pengajian Pendidikan USM
Post: Jury
Performances
Scenographer for ReflectionAnother directed by Dr.A.S Hardy Shafie on 10 May-17 May 2014 at UNESCO ITI Asia Pacific Bureau (APB) The 7th Theatre School Directors’ Conference&Theatre Festival, Shanghai Theatre Academy& National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts
Director for Muzikal Hansel dan Gretel on 20 March-22 March 2016 at Dewan Budaya USM.
Scenographer for Kiri Kanan directed by Dr.A.S Hardy Shafie at 9th APB Asia Pacific Bureau Theatre Schools Meet New Delhi, India on 19-25 Oct 2016 and UPSI on 12 Nov 2016.
Scenographer for Menua Kitai: A Sada Borneo Theatrical Concert directed by Izzard Padzil at Dewan Budaya USM on 13 April-14April 2018.
Scenographer for Bayang directed by Dr.A.S Hardy Shafie on 15 September-21 September 2018 at 11th Asia Pacific Bond Theatre Schools and Performing Arts Festival, Institut Seni Yogyakarta Indonesia, 22 September 2018 at Petronas Gallery Kuala Lumpur and 10 October-12 October 2018 at Panggung Sasaran
Actor for Teater Sarah directed by Halimi M.N on 16 October-18October 2019 at Panggung Pelinggam Cahaya, USM.
Course Listings
- VTT 161 – Introduction to Drama & Theatre
- VTA 102E – Fundamental Acting
- VTW 161E – Academic Exercise
- VTC Practicum Of Northern Malay Traditional Theatre
- VTR 161 – Script Analysis
- VTT 181 – Studies in Asian Theatre
- VTP 212E – Intermediate Directing
- VTA 302E – Advance Acting
- VTV 473 – Final Year Project (Production/Dissertation)
- VTC 453 – Community Theatre
Portfolios
Selamat Jalan Anak Kafir – Artistic Director Tetaer Bukan Anjing – Director Bayang Scenografer Bayang Scenografer Beng Hock – Actor Ceaser di Kaki Othelo – Actor Kiri Kanan – Scenografer Kiri Kanan – Scenografer Menua Kitai Theatrical Production 1 Scenografer Menua Kitai Theatrical Production 1 Scenografer Selamat Jalan Anak Kafir – Artistic Director

Lecturer
Halimi Mohamed Noh
Personal Statement
I am a positive, creative, motivated, dedicated and often ambitious in every task planned. The main way to achieve success is to systematically plan with teamwork spirit. I emphasize on enthusiasm on the interactive method of teaching using internet application and conventional method as well, to make the classroom lively and fun. The most important thing before the class begins is for me to get acquainted with my students.
Publication:
- 2018 Seni Teater Sekolah Seni Malaysia Tingkatan 2. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka ISBN978-983-49-1663-3
- 2017 Seni Teater Sekolah Seni Malaysia Tingkatan 1, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, ISBN978-983-49-1130-0
- 2013 Bangsawan Mestika Bumi, dalam Koleksi Skrip Siri Semarak Bangsawan, terbitan Jabatan Kebudayaan Kesenian Negara.
- 2010 Tokoh-Tokoh Pilihan Teater Amatur Negeri Pulau Pinang, Geran Penyelidikan Insentif USM
- 2005 Kumpulan Bangsawan Sri USM Mengekalkan Tradisi Bangsawan dalam Jula Juli Bintang 7. Wacana Seni, Universiti Sains Malaysia Vol.3
- 2003 Ronggeng Rokiah: Percubaan Filem Noir ke Pentas, Wacana Seni, Universiti Sains Malaysia Vol 2.
Research
2010 Management on Penang Amateur Theater Group (1990-2000) University Science Malaysia, Incentive grant.
Creative Works and Performances
Play Directing
SARAH – Script by Noordin Hassan
16- 18 Nov 2019 – Panggung Pelinggam Cahaya, University Science of Malaysia.
Harga Sebuah Maruah, – Script by A.Wahab Hamzah adapted from Azizi Haji Abdullah Novels
15-20 Nov. 2011 Premier Theatre DBP 2011, Auditorium Balai Budaya Tun Syed Nasir.
- November 2011 Panggung Pelinggam Cahaya Pusat Pengajian Seni. University Science of Malaysia
Lokan Bertepuk, Script by Senibayan
- 18-20 November 2009 Auditorium Dewan Budaya USM Anjuran Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, University Science of Malaysia
Darah Yang Mengalir Script by Senibayan adapted from Mustapha Hussein Memoir
- Ogos 2006, Auditorium Dewan Budaya.Anjuran Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, University Science of Malaysia
Selamat Tinggal Alam Remaja Script by Halimi MN
Nov 2006 – Sekolah Kebangsaan Raja Tun Uda, Bayan Baru. Anjuran JKKN Pulau Pinang.
Selendang Mestika – karya Senibayan
April 2005 Theatrette Ahmad Nisfu, Sekolah Pengajian seni, Universiti Malaysia Sabah
MAN MIN MUN Script by Halimi MN
2005 – Festival Teater Kanak-Kanak Tunas Budaya Negeri Pulau Pinang, Bersama SRK Mutiara Perdana Sungai Ara.
LARI – Script by Halimi MN
2005 – Festival Teater Kanak-Kanak Tunas Budaya Negeri Pulau Pinang, Bersama SRK Kongsi, Balik Pulau
PUTERI IKHLAS – Script by Halimi MN
2004 – Festival Teater Kanak-Kanak Tunas Budaya Negeri Pulau Pinang, Bersama SRK Sungai Rusa, Balik Pulau.
KEBAYAN Script byUtuy Tatang Sontani
- 2002 Melaka Matriculation College, Alor Gajah, Melaka
- 2001 Taman Budaya, Ipoh Perah ( Perak Arts Months)
- 2001 Seberang Prai Polytechnic
- 1998 Dewan Budaya Auditorium USM
- 1996 Dewan Budaya Auditorium USM
- 1996 Taman Budaya, Kuantan Pahang.DM
- 1993 Penang State Theatre Festival
KENA MAIN Script by Khalid Salleh
- 1997 Persembahan Jemputan sempena Hari Keputeraan Sultan Trengganu di Dewan Kovensyen, Kuala .
- 1995 Persembahan Teater Keliling di Negeri-Negeri Kelantan, Trengganu, Pahang dan Perak.
- 1995 Persembahan Khas di Auditorium Dewan Budaya USM.
- 1994 Persembahan sempena Pekan Teater Peringkat Kebangsaan di Auditorium MATIC Kuala Lumpur.
- 1994 Persembahan sempena Pekan Teater Peringkat Negeri Pulau Pinang di Panggung Sasaran, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
MALAM JAHANAM script by Motinggo Busye
- 2000 Malacca Matriculation College, Alor Gajah, Melaka
- 2000 Taman Budaya, Pulau Pinang.
- 1999 Dewan Budaya Auditorium, USM
PINTU script byNoordin Hassan
1995 Dewan Budaya Auditorium, USM
PAKU ALAM Script by Hashim Yassin
1990 Persembahan sempena Teater Generasi di Auditorium KSSR
AJONG Script byOsman Nasroh
1989 Persembahan sempena Teater Generasi di Auditorium KSSR
Pantomime and Sketch Directing and script
- 2014 “ Bawang Putih Bawang Merah” Musical sketch USM family day
- 2014 “Pak Kaduk” Musical sketch USM family day
- 2007 “Integrity” Penang state Integrity weeks.
- 2004 “ Diabetes Awareness “ Diabetes Awareness Campaign Week, Dewan Budaya Auditorium, USM.
- 2003 “ Empangan Fragmen” S.E.A Write Awards recognition ceremony Dr. Zakaria Ali. Organized by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur.
- 2002 Sketsa Malam Alumni USM di Hotel Equatorial, Pulau Pinang.
- 2001 Sketsa sempena Hari Keluarga USM di DTSP USM.
- 2001 Sketsa Malam Penghargaan Media USM di Hotel Shangrilla Pulau Pinang anjuran Bahagian Perhubungan Awam USM
- 2000 Gimmick Pelancaran Hari Tembakau Peringkat Kebangsaan bertempat di Dewan Budaya USM anjuran Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia.
- 1999 Pentomin Pelancaran kilang Agilent (M) Berhad di PISA Pulau Pinang
- 1998 Pentomin Bandaraya Sejahtera anjuran Pejabat Kesihatan Negeri Pulau Pinang sempena hari Kesihatan di Auditorium Dewan Budaya USM.
- 1991 Sketsa sempena Minggu Pulau Pinang bertempat di Centeral Market Kuala Lumpur bersama dengan pelajar-pelajar UiTM Shah Alam.
Award & Recognitions
- 2019 Cultural Leadership Award, 2nd on National Heritage Symposium, organized by Polytechnic of Seberang Prai.
- 2005 Best Original Script- Bahasa Malaysia, Bangsawan Jula Juli Bintang 7, Cameronian Arts Award
- 2003 Best theatre performance “ MISI” on Malaysia Theatre Festival, organized by Ministry of Culture and Heritage of Malaysia.
- 1994 Best Theatre Director ‘ Kena Main” by Khalid Salleh on Malaysia Theatre Festival, organized by Ministry of Culture and Heritage of Malaysia.
- 1994 Best theatre performance “ Kena Main” by Khalid Salleh on Malaysia Theatre Festival, organized by Ministry of Culture and Heritage of Malaysia..
- 1993 Best Theatre Director, “Kebayan” by Utuy Tatang Sontani on Penang State Theatre Festival.
Course Listing
TITLE | CODE | SEMESTER |
Introduction to Drama and Theatre | VTT161 | I |
Asia Theatre Study | VTT181 | I |
Advanced Acting | VTA302E | I |
Advance Directing | VTP312E | I |
Community Theatre | VTC453 | I |
Script Analysis | VTR161 | II |
Practicum of Northern Malay Traditional Theatre | VTR 161 | II |
Modern Malaysian Theatre Study | VTT271 | II |
Final Year Project | VTV473 | I and II |

Lecturer
Assoc. Prof. Dr. A.S. Hardy Shafii
Profile
BIODATA
A.S. Hardy Shafii trained in acting at Goldsmiths’ College, the University of London during his M.A. degree in ‘Performance Studies’ in 1994-1995 and completed his Ph.D. in 2004 at School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. His recent academic publication was published in 2015 titled “Makyung: Perspectives on Malaysia’s Traditional Theatre” by the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. As a theatre director, he has ventured into different types of theatre genres ranging from absurd (‘It is Not A Suicide’ in Vietnam, 2013), tragedy (‘Hamlet’, 2014 at Penangpac), traditional theatre (‘Boria Jawi Peranakan’, 2014), experimental to a devised play titled ‘Reflections On anOTHER’ performed in Shanghai, China (2014), ‘ The Sound of Silence’ in Singapore (2015) and in New Delhi, India (2016). Currently, he is the Dean of School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Management of Malay Traditional Theatre Mak Yong Kelantan (“Pengurusan Teater Tradisional Mak Yong Kelantan”. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM, 2004)
M.A. in Performance Studies (Goldsmiths’ College, University of London, 1995)
B.A. (Hons.) in History & Literature (USM, 1993)
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL STATUS
Dean, School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia, 31 October 2017 – 31 December 2018
Director of Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia, 31 October 2017 – 31 December 2018
Deputy Dean (Research, Graduates & Linkages) at the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia, 1 January 2016 – 30 October 2017
Deputy Dean (Research & Postgraduate Studies) at the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia, 1 January 2013 – 31 December 2015
Deputy Dean (Research & Post Graduate Studies) at the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang, Malaysia, 1& Theatre Department, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia), 2005 – 2009.
Expertise
- Makyung & traditional theatre
- Directing & acting
- Theatre management
Teaching
Level 100
- Introduction To Drama & Theatre
- Fundamentals Acting
- Academic Exercise
- Production Management
- Oral Skills For TESOL
Level 200
- Intermediate Directing
- Research Methodology
- History of Western Theatre
- Thinking Techniques
Level 300
- Advanced Acting
- Industrial Training (Co-ordinator)
Level 400
- Final Year Project (Supervisor)
Level 500
- Research Methodology & Studio Practise
Research
“Locating the Contemporary Identity of Makyung: Interrogating the Development of Makyung as Performance in the South-East Asian Region”. Principal Investigator. (Research University Grant (R.U.) 2017-2019.
“A Framework of Natural and Cultural Heritage in the Malaysian Waterfront Cities”. (TRGS, Ministry of Higher Education Grant Scheme, 2016-2019).
“Repositioning Malay Heritage Tourism in the Inner City of George Town” Global Challenge Initiative Grant, USM (2017-2019).
“Pembangunan Animasi 2D repertoire Makyung “Dewa Miuda”. Principal Investigator (Short-Term Grant, USM), Sept 2014-31 Ogos 2016.
USM “H.E.A.R.T.” Project (Health Engagement Throught Art), BJIM Grant 2013-2014.
“Conceptualising Local Knowledge: A Study of Sustainable Values in Local Wisdon And Indigenous Science” (LRGS: Long Term Research Grant, Ministry of Higher Education), 2012. RM7.2 million.
“A Comparative Studies On Contemporary Islamic-Related Performing Arts (Based On Islamic Teachings and Western Views on Theatre, Films and Pop Songs)”. Research University Grant (1 December 2011 – 30 November 2013), RM80,000.00.
“Capturing the Tacit Knowledge Among Master Puppeteers in Malaysian Shadow Plays” (FRGS: Fundamentals Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Higher Education) 2012. RM50,000.00.
“Enhancing Learning and Problem Solving Skills Through My-PBS (Multi Disciplinary Problem Based Scenarios Program)”. Research University Grant, USM (15 April 2009- 14 April 2011)
“Sustaining The Malaysian Performing Arts of Bangsawan and Mak Yong: Developing A Virtual Heritage Resource Package” (Research University Grant, USM) (2008-2010)
“Documenting And Packaging The Multicultural Traditions of Penang: Piloting Creative Ways To Promote Cultural Tourism That Is Sustainable ” (Research University Grant, USM) (2008-2010)
“Sustainability of Boria’s Performance in Penang”. Principal Investigator. Incentive Grant, USM, 2010.
“The Management of Commercial Mak Yong in 1950-1960s in Kelantan”. Principal Investigator. Incentive Grant, USM, 2005.
Publication
Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Malaysian Traditional Healing Performance Practices: A Brief Overview” by Nurul Farhana Low, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Mumtaz Begum in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii (Eds). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“The Mind, Body, Spirits and Soul in Traditional Healing: A Perspective of Bageh” by Mumtaz Begum, Pravina Manoharan, A.S. Hardy Shafii in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“The Mystical Gethering Between the Supernatural, Physical and the Nether World of Main Teri among the Malay Community” by A.S. Hardy Shafii, Solehah Ishak, Nurul Farhana Low in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Thaipusam: A Journey in Spiritual Healing” by Pravina Manoharan, Mumtaz Begum, A.S. Hardy Shafii in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“The Structure of Healing Ritual: The Bebayuh’s Diagnostic Art and the Seladai Dance” in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Shamanistic Intermediaries in the Performance Healing Rituals of Main Teri, Sewang and Bobohizan” by Mohamed Ghouse Nasuruddin, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Solehah Ishak, Mumtaz Begum in Locating The Soul of Healing Performance in Malaysia. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Nurul Farhana Low, Mumtaz Begum. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
Masyarakat Nusantara dalam Budaya, Warisan dan Sejarah. Nazarudin Zainun, A.S. Hardy Shafii (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Pencahayaan dalam Reka Bentuk Pementasan Wayang Kulit Melayu Kelantan” in Masyarakat Nusantara dalam Budaya, Warisan dan Sejarah. Nazarudin Zainun, A.S. Hardy Shafii (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
Nusantara daripada Pelbagai Perspektif Kearifan Tempatan. Nazarudin Zainun, A.S. Hardy Shafii. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Sejarah Pedalangan Wayang Melayu” by Che Mat Jusoh, A.S. Hardy Shafii in Nusantara daripada Pelbagai Perspektif Kearifan Tempatan. Nazarudin Zainun, A.S. Hardy Shafii. (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
Akal Budi Melayu dalam Bahasa dan Sastera Moden. Rahimah A. Hamid, A.S. Hardy Shafii (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Patung-Patung: Kearifan Tempatan dalam Menterjemah Dilema Melayu Melalui Pementasan Drama Eksperimental Malaysia Dekad 1970-an” by A.S. Hardy Shafii in Akal Budi Melayu dalam Bahasa dan Sastera Moden. Rahimah A. Hamid, A.S. Hardy Shafii (Editors). Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM, 2017.
“Management Style of Kelantan Mak Yong” by A.S. Hardy Shafii in Mak Yong Malaysian Legacy World Heritage. Edited by Mohamed Ghouse Nasurudin. Kuala Lumpur: Department of National Heritage, Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia, 2017.
“Makyung Titis Sakti: Reflections on Malay Traditional Performance, Culture and the Malay Worldview through an Adaptation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. Nurul Farhana Low and A.S. Hardy Shafii in Shakespeare’s Asian Journeys: Critical Encounters, Cultural Geographies, and the Politics of Travel. Edited by Bi-qi Beatrice Lei, Judy Celine Ick, and Poonam Trivedi.. New York: Routledge, 2017.
Makyung: Perspectives On Malaysia’s Traditional Theatre. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Jason-Tye, and Shanti Balraj (Editors). Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, 2015.
“The Historical Journey of Makyung”” in Makyung: Perspectives On Malaysia’s Traditional Theatre. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Jason-Tye, and Shanti Balraj (Editors). Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, 2015.
““Management of Makyung: Adapting To Changing Times & Practices” in Mak Yong: Perspectives On Malaysia’s Traditional Theatre. A.S. Hardy Shafii, Jason-Tye, and Shanti Balraj (Editors). Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, 2015.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Dissected Through Philosophy, Geographical Information System Mapping of Dance and Choreography: An Experimental Process. Mumtaz Begum, Tarmiji Masron, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Muhizam Mustafa, Nurul Farhana Low. Penang: Penerbit USM, 2014.
Looking Back To The Past: Revival of Traditional Food Packaging. Muhizam Mustafa, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Sumetha Nagalingam, Jason Tye-Kong Chiang, Jasni Dolah. Penang: Penerbit USM, 2014.
The Convergence of the Performing and the Creative Arts: Reimagining Methodologies and Traditions. Tan Sooi Beng, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Izmer Ahmad and Muhizam Mustafa (Editors). Penang: Penerbit USM, 2013.
“The Integration of Performance and Creative Arts in the Development of Multi-Disciplinary Problem-Based Scenario (My-PBS)”. Mona Masood, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Hairul Nizam Ismail in The Convergence of the Performing and Creative Arts: Reimagining Methodologies and Traditions. Tan Sooi Beng, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Izmer Ahmad and Muhizam Mustafa (Editors). Penang: Penerbit USM, 2013.
“Dancing with the Gods: Dance in 8.8” by Mumtaz Begum, A S Hardy Shafii, Kipli Abdul Rahman, Johan Othman in The Convergence of the Performing and Creative Arts: Reimagining Methodologies and Traditions. Tan Sooi Beng, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Izmer Ahmad and Muhizam Mustafa (Editors). Penang: Penerbit USM, 2013.
“Transdisciplinarity As Research”: Selection of Papers from the 1st School of the Arts Research Colloquium by Sarena Abdullah, Aris Ahmad and A.S. Hardy Shafii. Penang: School of the Arts, USM, 2012.
“Research Proposal Writing” by A.S. Hardy Shafii and Muhizam Mustafa in “Transdisciplinarity As Research”: Selection of Papers from the 1st School of the Arts Research Colloquium.Penang: School of the Arts, USM, 2012.
“Sustainability of Boria in Penang” in The Multicultural Performing Arts, Crafts, Festivals and Food of Penang. Tan Sooi Beng (Ed.) Pulau Pinang: School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2011.
“Makyung: Stage Management” in “Makyung: The Mystical Heritage of Malaysia”. Institut Terjemahan Negara, Malaysia. 2011.
“Typology of Malaysia’s Public Art in Post-Colonial Settings” by Muhizam Mustafa and A.S. Hardy Shafii, The International Journal of the Arts in Society, 2011.
“Yesterday: Now Showing” The Leader, December 2008 Vol.3 No. 4, page 63-65.
“The Management of Mak Yong Commercial Theatre In Kelantan, Malaysia”, published in Wacana Seni, Journal of Arts Discourse. Pulau Pinang: Penerbit USM Vol. 3, 2004, page 31-60.
Recognitions
- Invited Artist in Hong Kong to talk about Malaysian theatre scenario and devised play performed in Vietnam, Shanghai and Singapore at the Hong Kong Fringe Club in 2015.
- Keynote Speaker. “Recent issues on the Development of Performing Arts in Asean Region” at the International Seminar “Empowering Theories and Pedagogical Application of Languages and Arts”, organised by Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP), 5-6 October 2013 at Pangeran Beach Hotel, Padang, West Sumatera, Indonesia.
- Convenor for 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge (ICLK), St. Giles-Wembley, Penang, 27-28 July 2016
- Convenor for 2nd PACIA 2011 International Conference The Convergence of the Performing and Creative Arts, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2011.
- MQA Self-Accreditation panel for UiTM 2015-2016.
- Academic Consultant for video documentary on Makyung in Asean region produced by Allegro Rhythm Broadcasting, Kuala Lumpur.
- Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang (APC), 2008. UNESCO ITI-Chair Asia Pacific Region, Shanghai Theatre Academy, Shanghai, China
- ITEX SILVER MEDAL, 22nd International Invention, Innovation And Technology Exhibition, Kuala Lumpur, 20-22 May 2011.
- “Anugerah Khidmat Cemerlang” 2008 by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- First Prize for Drama Competition: ‘ Contemporary Mak Yong’ at JKKN Pulau Pinang, Malaysia 2001.
- Dean’s List (School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia), 1992
Communities
- Moderator for Women International Day 2014 organised by KANITA, USM, 11th March 2014, Kompleks Cahaya Siswa, USM.
- Head Judge for Pertandingan Literasi Sains & Teknologi Negeri Pulau Pinang, (Science Drama Competition) SEAMEO RECSAM, Pulau Pinang, 6th August 2016; 29th August 2015; August 2014; 24th August 2013, 30th June 2012; 23rd of July 2011; 7th of August 2010; 18th of July 2009 and 2008.
- Performance Coach for ‘Bintang USM’ finalist (singing competition) 2012 at Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 3 November 2012.
- Head Judge for “Pertandingan Ceritera Lestari” (Drama Competition) at the Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 29 July 2010 and 7 August 2009.
- Judge for Singing Competiton “Pertandingan Nyanyian Bintang USM” at Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 27 Mac 2009.
- Choreographer for Malam Sanggar Sanjung 2008, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Equatorial Hotel, 24th of March 2009.
- Judge for “Malam Citrawarna” at Stadium Olahraga, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 17 Mac 2009.
- Artist-Facilitator in “ Artists In Schools ” 2005 Project, ‘Creative Rhythms Workshop’ at St. George’s School in Penang, 14-19th of March 2005.
- Facilitator in ‘Anak-Anak Kota’ programme for Primary and Secondary Schools in Georgetown, Penang by Arts Education USM and Penang Heritage Trust (PHT) in Penang (2001-2005).
- Jury for “Merdeka Idol” (Singing Competition) at KUKUM, Kangar, Perlis, 13 September 2005.
- “ Mural Project ” in conjunction of Tsunami Aid Project by KUKUM (Northern Malaysia University College of Engineering) in April 2005.
- Jury for singing competition “Gelombang 2004” in conjunction of 35th anniversary of USM at Dewan Budaya USM, School of Arts, 7th of August 2004.
- Jury for singing competition “Malam GempaQ Indah Kembara”, USM, 25th of August 2004.
- As facilitator and performer in sex education programme “ Respek ” in Secondary Schools of Penang (1999-2000). School of the Arts and George Town World Heritage Incorporated, solo act titled “Nang Menora” performed for children aged 9-12 years old at Straits Studio, Armenian St, Penang, 6 July 2013.
- Performance Coach for ‘Bintang USM’ finalist (singing competition) 2012 at Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 3 November 2012.
- MQA (Malaysian Qualifications Agency) Panel
- Head Judge for Pertandingan Literasi Sains & Teknologi Negeri Pulau Pinang, (Science Drama Competition) SEAMEO RECSAM, Pulau Pinang, since 2008.
- A Workshop & Lecture on “Stagecraft” at Institut Pendidikan Guru Malaysia Kampus Sultan Abdul Halim(IPSAH), Sungai Petani, Kedah, 5-6 April 2009.
- Jury for “Pertandingan Nyanyian Bintang USM” at the Dewan Budaya USM, 27th of March 2009.
- A Lecture on “The Art of Stage Presentation” at the Dewan Budaya USM, 26th of March 2009.
- Jury for “Malam Citrawarna” at Stadium Olahraga USM, 17th of March 2009.
- Head Judge for “Pertandingan Ceritera Lestari” (Drama Competition) at the Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 29 July 2010 and 7 August 2009.
- Judge for Singing Competiton “Pertandingan Nyanyian Bintang USM” at Dewan Budaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 27 Mac 2009.
- Choreographer for Malam Sanggar Sanjung 2008, Unversiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Equatorial Hotel, 24th of March 2009.
- Judge for “Malam Citrawarna” at Stadium Olahraga, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 17 Mac 2009.
- Facilitator for “Creative Storytelling Workshop” at Maktab Perguruan Persekutuan Pulau Pinang (3 & 9 August 2007)
- Artist-Facilitator at UNESCO SEA Regional Teachers Training Workshop, “Seeing Through Young Eyes”, Penang (14 Jan – 21 Jan 2006)
- Stage Management for “Merdeka Idol” (Singing Competition) at KUKUM, Kangar, Perlis, 13 September 2005.
- Artist-Facilitator in “ Artists In Schools ” 2005 Project, ‘Creative Rhythms Workshop’ at St. George’s School in Penang, 14-19th of March 2005.
- Facilitator in ‘Anak-Anak Kota’ programme for Primary and Secondary Schools in Georgetown, Penang by Arts Education USM and Penang Heritage Trust (PHT) in Penang (2001-2005).
- Jury for “Merdeka Idol” (Singing Competition) at KUKUM, Kangar, Perlis, 13 September 2005.
- “Mural Project” in conjunction of Tsunami Aid Project by KUKUM (Northern Malaysia University College of Engineering) in April 2005.
- Jury for singing competition “Gelombang 2004” in conjunction of 35th anniversary of USM at Dewan Budaya USM, School of Arts, 7th of August 2004.
- Jury for singing competition “Malam GempaQ Indah Kembara”, USM, 25th of August 2004.
Others
PERFORMANCES
DANCE:
- “Dancing With The Gods: Dance in 8.8”” (Contemporary Dance). Choreographed by A.S. Hardy, Mumtaz Begum Aris Ahmad and Mohd. Kipli A. Rahman, at 2nd International Conference PACIA 2011 “Convergence in Performing & Creative Arts”. Panggung Pelenggang Cahaya, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 23 March 2011.
- “Soul of Nature” choreographed by A.S. Hardy, Mumtaz Begum and Mohd. Kipli A. Rahman at Malam Persada Kencana, Gurney Hotel, Penang, 13th of November 2009.
- Dance Installation (Main Performer) titled “Ombak Naik, Tuah Menurun” by Aida Redza (based in Holland) at George Town, Penang, 24th-26th of January 2008.
- Organised and choreographed dance performance for Vida Magazine Launching at Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang on the 29th of May 2004.
- Choreographed “ Jentayu ”. Special performance for the Queen, Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah, Vice-Chancellor of USM, Tan Sri Prof. Datuk Dr. Dzulkifli Abd. Razak at Pasiban Agung, School Of the Arts, USM (August 2003).
- Dance Choreography in Theatre Production “Kipas Tangan” by Yukio Mishima, directed by Umi Kalsum at Panggung Sasaran, USM (1994).
- “Man Creator And Destroyer” choreographed by Dato’ Prof Emeritus Dr. Mohd. Ghouse Nasuruddin at Dewan Budaya in conjunction of USM’s 25th anniversary and to officiate the Dewan Budaya’s Hall in 1994.
- Representing Malaysia for Asean Universities Folk Arts Festival (AUFAF) in Kuala Lumpur (1991) and Jakarta (1993).
THEATRE: DIRECTING
- “Kiri Kanan” by A.S. Hardy Shafii as a Director at 9th UNESCO Asia Pacific Bond Theatre Directors’ & Theatre Festival, National School of Drama , India, 19-25th Oct 2016.
“The Sound of Silence” by A.S. Hardy Shafii as a Director at 8th UNESCO International Theatre Festival, La Salle College of The Arts, Singapore, 5-12 June 2015. - “Hamlet” by Shakespeare as a Director, Penangpac, Straits Quay, Penang, 12-14 December 2014.
- “Boria Jawi Peranakan” as a Director , 9th August 2014 at Town Hall, Penang.
- “Reflections on anOTHER” by A.S. Hardy Shafii, as a Director for 2nd International Theatre Festival, Asia Pacific Region, International Theatre Institute (ITI) UNESCO, Shanghai, 10-17 May 2014, Shanghai Theatre Academy, China
- “It Is Not Suicide” by Dinsman as a Director for 1st International Theatre Festival, Asia Pacific Region, International Theatre Institute (ITI) UNESCO, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 5-11 September 2013.
ACTING
- “The Italian Restaurant” by Naohiko Umewaka, 26-27th of August 2017, George Town Festival 2017, The Loft, Church Street, Penang, Malaysia,
Monologue performance, “Nang Menora” in conjunction of George Town Festival at Straits Studio, Armenian Street, 6 July 2015, Penang. - “The Monkey God” (Storytelling Act) in conjunction of the launching of Georgetown Heritage City Festival at Teow Chew Temple, Chulia Street, 7 July 2013, Penang.
- Monologue in “Nang Menora” (Storytelling Act for children aged 9-12 years old) in conjunction of George Town Festival at Straits Studio, Armenian Street, 6 July 2013, Penang.
- “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by Shakespeare (As ‘Oberon’), directed by Aris Ahmad. Georgetown Festival, Penang Performing Arts Centre (PENPAC), Straits Quay, Penang, 14-16 July 2012.
- “Ronggeng Merdeka” ( A Musical Theatre) (Front Of House Manager) in Balik Pulau, Air Itam, Teluk Bahang and Georgetown, Penang in May 2007.
- “Hen Or Rooster” (Actor) (Children Theatre) adapted from the Philippines’ short story. Kuala Lumpur International Children Theatre Festival and Penang in August 2005. Director: Janet Pillai.
- “The Adding Machine” (Actor: Mr. X) by Elmer L. Rice, directed by Kim Myung-Hee at Cochrane Theatre, London, 1996.
- “The Wall Dog” by Manfred Karge (Main Actor), directed by Nesta Jones at George Wood Theatre, New Cross, London, 1995.
- “Richard III” by Shakespeare (as Richard III), directed by Nesta Jones at George Wood Theatre, New Cross, London, 1995.
- “The Happiness Compartment” ( as a Cuban Pitcher), an original play by Stephen Dykes at Oval House Theatre, Oval, London, 1995 directed by Nesta Jones.
- “Roaring Girls and Rude Boys” (Actor) (compilation plays of Aphra Behn, Marlowe, Shakespeare, Ben Johnson, John Gray, John Webster), directed by Nesta Jones at George Wood Theatre, New Cross, London, 1995.
- “Fast Forward Don’t Stop” (Actor) directed by Janet Pillai at Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1994.
- Producer for “Salina” by A. Samad Said directed by Mazlan Tahir in Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1994.
MUSIC:
- “Laras Bunyi” by Prof Dr. Tan Sooi Beng, as performer and musician at British Council, Kuala Lumpur, 1993.
- “Muzik Bunyi-Bunyian” by Prof Dr. Tan Sooi Beng, as performer and musician at Panggung Sasaran, USM, 1993.
- Tutor for Gamelan Class (practical classes) in School of Arts, USM (1993-1994).
- Bonang player for USM’s Convocation from 1990-1992 and various functions in Penang, Perak, Kuala Lumpur and Pahang.
SCREEN PRODUCTIONS
- Director, Editor & Scriptwriter. “Sustainability of Boria in Penang”. Produced by School of the Arts, Unversiti Sains Malaysia for Research University Grant, October 2011.(ISBN 978-967-5418-12-9)
- Co-Director. “BFF” (Best Friends Forever). Produced by PTPM (Centre for Instructional Technology and Multimedia ), Universiti Sains Malaysia, June 2010.
- Actor in “Impian Ilyana 3” (June 2007) on TV3. Directed by Imri Nasution. Red Communications Production, Kuala Lumpur.
- Actor in a video production “ Respek ”. Produced by Lena Lee, Red Communications Production in Kuala Lumpur 2001.
SPORTS
- Head of Tennis (Zone 7, USM), for SUKJAB (Sukan Jabatan USM), 2012.
- Bronze medal for Tennis MAKSAK Penang, 10 March 2012.
APPOINTMENT TO UNIVERSITIES
9 October 2004
- “Isu-Isu Mutakhir Dalam Seni Pertunjukan di ASEAN Pada Masa Kini”. Keynote Speaker at Pangeran Beach Hotel,Padang,Indonesia, 5-7 October 2013.
- “The Actual Gathering of Main Puteri-Makyung Ritual” by A.S.Hardy Shafii, Mumtaz Begum. International Conference on Local Knowledge, Sutra Beach Resort, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, 6-8 August 2013.
- “Creative Arts Therapy and its Role in Tapping Children’s Potentials” by Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Mohammed Ghouse Nasuruddin, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Muhizam Mustafa. International Conference on Local Knowledge, Sutra Beach Resort, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, 6-8 August 2013.
- “Simon Says Syndrome” by Muhizam Mustafa, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Mumtaz Begum and Azila Zainal, 2nd International Conference For Design Education Researchers, Oslo, Norway, 14-17 May 2013.
- A Midsummer Night’s Dream (AMND) Dissected through Philosophy, GIS mapping of Dance and Choreography- An Experimental Process! By Mumtaz Begum, A. S. Hardy Shafii, Aris Ahmad, Tarmiji Masron, Muhizam Mustafa, , Nurul Farhana Low. Seminar Kearifan Tempatan, Jerejak Island Resort, Penang, Oktober 2012
- “Looking Back to the Past: Revival of Traditional Food Packaging”byMuhizam Mustafa, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Jason Tye, Jasni Dollah, Sumetha Nagalingam, Pusat Pengajian Seni,Universiti Sains Malaysia, Seminar Kearifan Tempatan, Jerejak Island Resort, Penang, Oktober 2012
- “Opportunity For Reinvention: Boria in Penang” by A.S. Hardy Shafii, Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, Muhizam Mustafa, Seminar Warisan Nusantara, Sekolah Pengajian Seni, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), 9-11 December 2011.
- “Dancing With The Gods: Dance in 8.8” by Mumtaz Begum, A.S. Hardy Shafii, and Aris Ahmad, 2nd International Conference PACIA 2011 “Convergence in Performing & Creative Arts”, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 23-24 March 2011.
- “The Integration of Performance and Creative Arts in the Development of Problem-Based Scenario (My-PBS)”by Mona Masood, A.S. Hardy Shafii and Hairul Nizam Ismail, 2nd International Conference PACIA 2011 “Convergence in Performing & Creative Arts”, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 23-24 March 2011.
- “Tari Piring Sebagai Identitas Budaya Suku Minangkabau: Aktivitas dan Peranannya di Daerah Asal dan Rantau”, by Indrayuda dan A.S. Hardy Shafii, Universiti Malaya: 14 July, 2011.
- “Paradigma Baru Dalam Pembelajaran Kesenian”, Indrayuda dan A.S. Hardy Shafii (proceeding in International Seminar on Instructional Innovation, Medan University, 6 February 2010).
- “ICT and Video-Based Narrative Adventures to Enhance Problem Solving Skills” by A.S. Hardy Shafii, Hairul Nizam Ismail, Lee Lay Wah, Muhammad Ali Shamsuddin, Muhammad Kamarul Kabilan, Jasni Dollah and Mona Massod (proceeding at 3rd International Malaysian Educational Technology Convention, Malaysia, 2009).
- “Pengaplikasian Pendidikan Tari Berbentuk Pergerakan Kreatif Di Kalangan Pelajar Sekolah Menengah” oleh Mohamed Fazli & A.S. Hardy Shafii in Isu-Isu Sastera Dan Budaya, Low Kok On, Inon Shaharuddin A.R. and Esterlina Lazarus (ed.), Universiti Malaysia Sabah, page 193-200, 2009.
- “Management of Traditional Theatre Mak Yong Kelantan”, 18th Biennial New Zealand Asian Studies Society International Conference, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, July 6-8 2009.
- “Patung-Patung: Dilema Melayu Dalam Pementasan Drama Eksperimental Malaysia Dekad 70-an”, Working Paper on Bicara Karya Sastera Negeri Pulau Pinang, 31 Mac 2009. (04 – 653 3808)
Portfolios
Storytelling Nang Menora
Storytelling Nang Menora
The Monkey God
The Monkey God
Reflections On An Other A Devised Play
Email:hardy@usm.my
Ext::3808 / 2484

Lecturer
Mdm. Nur Hilyati Ramli
Qualifications
- MA, Drama & Theatre, USM (2014)
- BFA, School of The Arts, USM (2007)
Biodata
Nur Hilyati Ramli is a Penang-based theatre practitioner from Melaka. Graduated from Universiti Sains Malaysia with a degree and a Master’s degree in Fine Arts, she has been involved in several aspects of performance, such as acting, directing and dancing since 2004. Her talents has brought her not only around Malaysia but also to several countries in South East Asia whereby she has performed at the Penang World Dance Day, Melaka Art & Performance Festival, George Town Festival, Butterworth Fringe Festival, Kaki Seni International Arts Festival, Taiwan Grass Straw Festival and MY PHAT – Asia Pacific Bureau Drama/Theatre/Dance School Festival in Vietnam, Indonesia and Shanghai. Her serious involvement in the performing arts industry has also immersed her into professional stage management skills. Prior to her current post, she has been lecturing and facilitating children’s workshop performances and performing arts classes in Penang, under the patronage of several organizations such as Ombak-Ombak ARTStudio, Arts-ED Penang, Performing Arts Centre of Pulau Pinang (penangpac), College International Yayasan Melacca, Sultan Idris Education University and People Theatre Taiwan Troup. An experienced assistant researcher in the field of traditional healing practice, she has contributed her skills to the Long Term Research Grant Scheme (LRGS) at Universiti Sains Malaysia entitled ‘Studying Performance Aspects in Malay Traditional Healing Practice’ in 2014.
Personal Statement
Performing Arts gives me a sense of purpose; a way to express different sides of myself, discover myself…to remember myself. I get to take unimaginable risks – to be free, to be open and honest about anything and everything, to be whoever I want and can be, fight the good fight when it would be so much easier to lie down and give up. I get courage from my craft. I am fearless when I’m in imaginary circumstance, where at times it makes me feel like I’m on top of the world. It not only helps me, it helps the other people that’s involved – the audience, the other cast members, the director, the writer, the producer – everyone is affected by one piece, by one moment in time that I get to be a part of. With every piece I deliver, I hope it will break barriers of intolerance and prejudice and eliminate any form of ignorance existing in today’s society. What else can make this kind of impact? Performing Arts is the only thing of progress that has stood the test of time. For me, there is no other option. I cannot imagine a life without the pursuit of this dream…
Working Experience
- 2016 – 2017 Lecturer at Sultan Idris Education University
- 2015 – 2016 Art Manager at China House Gallery, Penang
- 2012 – 2015 Production Manager & Academy Co-ordinator at Performing Art Centre of Penang
- 2011 – 2012 Lecturer at College International Yayasan Melacca
Theatre Performance:
- BUNYI: The Pre-Other Festival, (2019)
- Jungle Book The Musical (2019)
- Grass Straw Festival, Taiwan (2018)
- Menua Kitai: A Sada Borneo Theatrical Concert (2018)
- Freedom Film Festival; Rainbow Solidarity (2018)
- Asia Pacific Bureau Theatre Schools Festival & Directors Conference;
- Hanoi, Vietnam; Amok >>>> HALT (2019)
- Yogjakarta Indonesia; Bayang (2018)
- Shanghai, China; Reflection On an-Other (2014)
- Ho Chi Min, Vietnam; It is Not Suicide (2013)
- Georgetown Festival
- Beach & Quinn Present: Score (2018)
- Never Trust A City With No Ghost (2016)
- Bridges and Kaki Lima (2013)
- Silat (2011)
- River Meets Light (2010)
- Butterworth Fringe Festival
- Cross Wave and Moving Jetties (2016)
- Wayang Di Sinkeh
- Lina & Lijah (2017)
- Kaki Seni Art Festival
- Pearl’s For The Picking (2014)
- Melaka Art Festival
- Rusak (2013)
- Entrée De Vole (2012)
- PACIA- Performing Arts as Creative Industry in Asia
- Dancing With God (2011)
- World Poetry Day: Shakespeare 400 (2016)
- Short + Sweet Festival
- Entrée De Vole (2012)
- Nafas (2018),
- Sanggar Sanjung USM (2017, 2018, 2019),
- NI Art Week, Ipoh (2018),
- Moon Walk Pudu Art Festival
- Pudoh (2012),
- Semarak Bangsawan Kuala Lumpur
- Laksamana Cheng Ho (2008)
- Tun Fatimah (2009)
- World Dance Day (2010, 2011, 2012, 2018, 2019)
- Georgetown Heritage Festival
- Cerita Rakyat (2017)
- Asia-Pacific University-Community Engagement Network – APUCEN
- The Greatest (2017)
Film:
- Hari Raya advertisement for Eik Seng Machinery Malaysia; Raya Ini Adik Minta Maaf Ye (2019)
- Hari Raya advertisement for Asadi Malaysia; Jejak Kasih (2019)
- Short Film Production in Taiwan; The Maid (2017)
Publication:
- Wacana Seni Volume 18, Supp. (2019)
International Proceedings
- Fiction and Faction in Malay World;“ What do we get? A Study of Orang Asli Senoi Temiar, it’s ritual (Sewang) and negative trading from the fictional promises of the ruling elite” Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany.
Grants:
Co Researcher
- Performance as an Expressive Tool in Voicing Cultural Identity for Refugee Children: A Case of Rohingya Refugee Communities (Active)
- Silk Shadows Speak: A Study of Malaysian Children’s Voices on Heritage Folktales Using Performative Tools. (Active )
Recognition:
- Artist Residency in Taiwan
- Randai (2019)
- Ulek Mayang (2017)
- Workshop Facilitator for Asia Pacific Bureau Theatre Schools Festival & Directors Conference
- Hanoi Vietnam (2019)
- Yogjakarta Indonesia (2018)
- Facilitator for Holiday Art Camp @ penangpac (2012, 2013, 2014 & 2019),
- Facilitator for The Actor Studio Academy @penangpac (2012 – 2019)
- Holiday Art Workshop @ USM 2019
- Guess Artist for Youth Art Camp with ArtEd (2016)
- Second Runner Up; Pertandingan Pengisahan Negara (2018)
- 1st Prize; Pertandingan Tarian anjuran Jabatan Kebudayaan Malaysia (2013)
- Best Female Dancer; Short + Sweet (2012)
Forum:
- Art Symposium @ GTF; Invited Speaker (2019)
- Performing Art Centre of Penang; Forum for Local Artist (2017)
- School of the Arts USM Postgraduate Colloquium USM; Invited Speaker- “How to make a good abstract for seminar (2011)
Community Project:
- Wayang Koh Maak with Siamese Community in Penang (2015),
- Project Sungai Pinang Kita with Sungai Pinang community (2014)
- Tapir performance with St. Nicholas Home (2014)
- Wake Up My Sister with Women’s Centre for Change (2016)
- The Actors Studio Academy outreach programme with La Salle Learning Centre (2012, 2013)
- Theatre for community; Children Protection Centre Penang (2009)
- World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action WABA (2010)
- Ombak-Ombak Art Studio (2010 & 2011)
Interests
Physical Theatre
Acting & Directing
Community Theatre Children Theatre
Children Theatre
Course Listings
- VTT 161-Introduction To Drama & Theatre
- Fundamentals Directing
- Fundamental of Acting
- Oral Skills For TESOL
- SHE 101 Ethnic Relations
Level 200
- Intermediate Directing
- Intermediate Acting
- Traditional & Contemporary Dance
- History of Western Theatre
Level 300
- Advanced Acting
- Advance Directing
- Industrial Training (Co-ordinator)
Level 400
- Final Year Project (Supervisor)
Email:hilyati84@gmail.com

Chairperson
Dr. Siti Suhaily Surip
Qualifications
BDES Industrial Design (UiTM), MDES in Design & Technology (UiTM), PhD in Science Materials (USM)
Biodata
Dr. Siti Suhaily Surip holds a Bachelor’s (Industrial Design) and Master’s degree (Design & Technology)) from the University of Technology Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor. Meanwhile, in 2017 he received her Doctor of Philosophy in Science Materials (Bio-composites & biomass fibre) from the School of Industrial Technology, University of Science Malaysia. She has served as a Lecturer in the Department of Product Design, School of The Art, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang since 2007. In 2011 she was appointed as Senior Lecturer. She has been a member of the Malaysian Design Council (MRM), Malaysian Bamboo Society (MBS), Penulis & Pembaca Muar Johor, IRED Research Group and others. She has won several design competitions including 1st Place Award (university category) and Overall Best Design Award (open category) organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Penang in 2011, finalist of the Malaysian Youth Design Award 2012. Recently, she won Gold Medal for Wood Invention & Innovation competition Design 2019 (professional category) for the research title of Laminated Bamboo Hybrid Bio-composites For Furniture Components. In addition to teaching, she has written in books/ chapter in books/ journal publications in high index journal (ISI) to share her ideas with the community about the knowledge gained from the research conducted.
Personal Statement
Today is an era whereby artists, designers must work together with scientists, engineers and technologists. Through collaboration of various fields, we are sure to produce better products to not only enhance creativity but benefit the community too. I believe that as an artist/designer, we contribute back to our community.
*My Publication Profile : SCOPUS ID: 54384197200 / ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9309-3351
Publications :
S. Siti Suhaily &Abdul Khalil H.P.S., 2020, Bio-komposit Hibrid Berlaminasi: Reka Bentuk dan Pembuatan, Penerbit USM. Research/ Academic Book (Final Review)
S. Siti Suhaily, Deepu A. Gopakumar, N.A. Sri Aprilia, Samsul Rizal, M.T. Paridah & Abdul Khalil H.P.S., 2019, Evaluation of Screw Pulling and Felxural Strength of bamboo-based Oil Palm Trunk Veneer Hybrid Biocomposites Intended for Furniture Applications. BioResources, pp.14(4),8376-8390
Siti Suhaily, S., Abdul Khalil H.P.S., Shamsul, R., Chaturbhuj K. Saurabh, Paridah M. Tahir, Enih Rosamah & Mohamed, A.S.A., 2019, Laminated Hybrid Biocomposites of Bamboo and Palm Veneer for Furniture Design. Biocomposite Express pp.4
Siti Suhaily, S., Abdul Khalil H.P.S., Nurul Fazita, and M.R., Syakir, M.I., 2017, Design of Green Laminated Composites From Agricultural Biomass, in (Lignosellulosic Fibre and Biomass-Based Composite Materials. Processing, properties, and Applications.), Woodhead Publishing Limited , 291-30
Siti Suhaily, S., Alwani, S. A.A., and Abdul Khalil, H.P.S., 2014, Bamboo Based Biocomposites Material, Design, And Applications., in (Materials Science – Advanced Topics), Intermediate Technology Publication.
Siti Suhaily, S., Jawaid, M., Abdul Khalil H.P.S.,Mohamed, A.R., & Ibrahim, F., 2012, A review on agro-based biocomposites for furniture design and applications: Potential and challenges., Review of oil palm composites. BioResources, 7(3), pp.4400-4423
Abdul Khalil H.P.S., Siti Suhaily, S., 2012, Cell wall morphology, chemical and thermal analysis of cultivated pineapple leaf fibres for industrial applications., Journal of Polymers and the Environment, Volume 1 / 1993 – Volume 19 / 2011
Mohamed, A.S.A. and Siti Suhaily, S., 2019. Real-time interactive cultural dance with gesture gaming elements via kinect-based skeleton tracking., 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016 (ICLK 2016).
Siti Suhaily, S., 2019. The Green Gold: Bamboo As An Emerging Resource In Furniture Industry. International Conference On Design Industries & Creative Culture (Decoded 2019), Mangrove Tourism Complex, Kedah, Malaysia. 19 – 20 June 2019.
Siti Suhaily, S., Shamsu, M., Majid, M.Z., Yassin, H.R., and Md Esa, M.F, 2019. The Green Gold: Bamboo As An Emerging Resource In Furniture Industry. 6th University-Community Engagement International Conference 2019, Serambi Suluh Hall, D’Seni Brunei and Handicraft, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darulssalam. 19 – 20 Nov. 2019.
A.S.A. Mohamed, P.S. Chingeng, Siti Suhaily, S., N.A. Mat Isa, S., 2017, Body Matching Algorithm Design Using Normalize Dynamic Time Warping (NDTW) Skeleton Tracking for Malay Traditional Dance Movement, Advances in Visual Informatics: 5th International Visual Informatics Conference (IVIC 2017), Bangi, Malaysia, Nov. 28–30 2017.
Shamsu, M. and Siti Suhaily, S., 2016, Atap Singgora Pada Senibina Tradisional dan Kontemporari Di Pantai Timur, 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA 2016).
Mohamed, A.S.A. and Siti Suhaily, S., 2016. Real-Time Interactive Cultural Dance With Gesture Gaming Elements Via Kinect-Based Skeleton Tracking, 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016 (ICLK 2016).
Mohamed, A.S.A., A., Muhammad and Siti Suhaily, S., 2016, Interactive Design Sign Language Interpreter Using Skeleton Tracking, 3rd International Conference on Communication and Computer Engineering (iCoCoE 2016).
Mohamed, A.S.A., and Siti Suhaily, S., 2016, Preserving Bahasa Malaysia Sign Language Using Skeleton Tracking Motion Capture, 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016 (ICLK 2016).
Siti Suhaily, S. and Fadilla M. Y., 2012. Pembangunan Reka Bentuk Permainan Tradisional Sebagai Alat Bantuan Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Prasekolah, Persidangan Serantau Kearifan tempatan (ICLK 2012).
Siti Suhaily, S., 2011. The Effectiveness of Traditional Games as A Method of Playing While Learning Pre-School Children. The International Conference on Early Childhood and Special Education (ICECSE 2011).
Research:
2018- 2020 (Short Term Grantt) – Siti Suhaily Surip, Abdul Khalil H.P. Shawkataly. The Development of Laminated Hybrid Bio-composites From Gigantochloa levis with Palm Veneer for Furniture Design, RM35,613.00. (Active)
2018- 2019 (BJIM University- Community Grant )- Siti Suhaily Surip, Shamsu Mohamad, Ahmad Zuhairi Abd. Majid, Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin & Mohd Firdaus Mohd Esa. Empowering Special Education Students and Practicing Ceramic Craft Design Skills to Help Develop Potential Skills of the Students, RM10,000.00. (Completed).
2018-Ministry of Education, China)- Siti Suhaily Surip, Ng Shi Yi. The 4th “The Belt & Road” International Culture & Art Week, Sichuan Province, Chengdu, Republic of China, RM9,600.00. (Completed).
2012-2015 (RU Grant) – Abdul Khalil H.P. Shawkataly, Siti Suhaily Surip, Studies On The Fundamental Properties of Cellulosic fibres Of Selected Cultivated Bamboo Species. RM108,000.00. (Completed).
2008-2009 (Incentive Grant) – Siti Suhaily Surip (Principal), Mohamad Omar Bidin. Basic Mobile Phone Design: A Comparison Study Between Basic & Current Design for Consumer’s Perception, RM5,000.00. (Completed).
Exhibition:
2019- Wood Invention & Innovation Design (WIID2019). Universiti Teknologi Mara & Majlis Rekabentuk Malaysia (MRM).
2017- Oasis Exhibition on Art & Design (OASIS). Schoolf of The Arts,Universiti Sains Malaysia and Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
2011- Contemporary Lantern Night Design Competition. Ministry of Tourism Penang, Malaysia & Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang.
2008- Oasis Exhibition on Art & Design (OASIS). Schoolf of The Arts,Universiti Sains Malaysia & Muzium and Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
2008- International Exhibition on Art & Design. Songkla Art Gallery, Thailand & Schoolf of The Arts,Universiti Sains Malaysia
Community Works:
2019- School Excellence Annual Award, SMK Pendidikan Khas Persekutuan Pulau Pinang, Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang.
2019- Kindergarten Annual Concert, USM Minden Kindergarten, USM Minden Kindergarten Cooperative, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2019- Exhibition on Ceramic Craft Design with Disable Students, SMK Pendidikan Khas Persekutuan Pulau Pinang, Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang.
2019- USM Academic Day 2019, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2019- MBS Annual Meeting & Family Day, Malaysian Bamboo Society (MBS), Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), Kepong Selangor.
2019- Bakti Siswa, SMK Kg. Chicar, Jeniang Kedah. Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2019- Design Workshop on Ceramic Craft Design with Disable Students, SMK Pendidikan Khas Persekutuan Pulau Pinang, Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang.
2018- Motivational Talk with Disable Students, SMK Pendidikan Khas Persekutuan Pulau Pinang, Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang.
2018- Community Project with Indigenous People, Kg. Cermin, Kampar Perak. Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2018- Mentor Mentee USM. Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2018- Kindergarten Annual Concert, USM Minden Kindergarten, Minden kindergarten Cooperative, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2018- Design Workshop on Ceramic Craft Design with Disable Students, SMK Pendidikan Khas Persekutuan Pulau Pinang, Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang.
2017- Bakti Siswa USM, Kg. Chicar, Jeniang Kedah. Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2015- Green Design Competition, Category University/ College (Chief jury), 1st Avenue Sdn. Bhd. and One Academy, Penang.
2012- Bakti Siswa USM, Ferringhi Beach, Penang. Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang & Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2012- Penang Boat Festival (Jury), Ferringhi Beach, Penang. Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang.
2010- Program Rantau Budaya (Cross Cultural), Kg. Perlis, Penang. Dewan Budaya, School of The Arts & Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2010- Academic & Cultural Visit, Bandung Art School, Bandung Indonesia. School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2009- Penang e-Creative Competition (Jury), School of The Arts & Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2008- Program Rantau Budaya (Cross Cultural), Kg. Cherok Paloh, Pahang. Dewan Budaya, School of The Arts & Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Awards/ Recognition/ Professional Qualification:
2019- Gold Award (Category Profesional). Wood Invention & Innovation Design 2019. Universiti Teknologi Mara & Majlis Rekabentuk Malaysia (MRM).
2019- Excellent Service Award. School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2013- Finalist (Category Industrial Design). Anugerah Harta Intelek Negara 2013. Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri, Koperasi & Kepenggunaan
2012- Finalist (Category Profesional). Malaysia Design Award 2012. Malaysia Design Centre (MRM)
2012- Academic Scholarship Award. Malaysian Higher Education (KPT) / Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2011- 1st Winner (Category University). Contemporary Lantern Night Design Competition 2011. Ministry of Tourism Penang, Malaysia & Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang.
2011- Overall Winner (Category Open). Contemporary Lantern Night Design Competition 2011. Ministry of Tourism Penang, Malaysia & Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang.
2010- AutoCAD Autodesk Certificate (Associate Level), Prestariang System Sdn. Bhd. Cyberjaya, Malaysia
2005- Star Workers’ Award.Bristol Technologies Sdn. Bhd., Selangor.
Consultation:
2011- Global Higher Education Forum (GHC 2011). Equatorial Hotel, Penang – Booth design, Layout plan, Poster, Souvenir & Interior.
2009– International Conference of Commonwealth Ministers Country (ICCM 2019). Kuala Lumpur Convention Center (KLCC), Kuala Lumpur – Booth design, Poster & Souvenir
Course Listing:
VPT 113 Technical Drawing 1
VPT 212E Technical Drawing 2 (AutoCAD)
VPT 215 Product Design 1
VRA 103Visual Studio Practice 1
HTV 201 Thinking Technique
VPT 411 Industrial Design Project 1
VPT 412 Industrial Design Project 2
Email:suhaily@usm.my

Lecturer
Dr. Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid
Qualifications
PhD. (Industrial Design), Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 2012.
MA (Industrial Design), Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, 2004
B.Des (Industrial Design), Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, 1990
Biodata
Dr. Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid has vast experience in product design since he joined the automotive and telecommunications industries in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur in the 1990’s. It began after he received his tertiary education in the Art and Design at ITM, Shah Alam in 1985. In year 2001 he continued to obtain his Master’s degree at UiTM, Shah Alam. In 2000 he began his career as an academician at higher learning provider such as Universiti Putra Malaysia and Multimedia University until he moved to Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2006. He continued his research through Phd studies at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak in 2009 and is currently a senior lecturer in Product Design programme at the School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang. In addition to contributing to the industry in product research and development, he is also active in innovative service design research as well as keeping up with CAD/CAID technology.
Personal Statement
Functional aesthetics is important to me as a designer. I emphasize on functionality of a product while at the same time pay attention to beauty of the product too… as this is what a consumer wants, both function and beauty. As a designer, we must always look out for new ideas, materials and purposes to produce our work/product.
Publications
2018, A Review on Practicing Service Design Process for Product Design Students at
Universiti Sains Malaysia, , International Service Innovation Design, National Intangible
Heritage Center, Jeonju-si, Republic of Korea.,
2018, Intercity Express Bus Seatbelt Design Awareness in Peninsular Malaysia, ,
International Service Innovation Design, National Intangible Heritage Center, Jeonju-si,
Republic of Korea.,
2018, Principles and the Understanding of Service Innovation in Design Education, ,
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, Surakarta, Indonesia,
2018, What Drives The Riders Do Personalizing Activity Toward Their Motorbike?, ,
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, Surakarta, Indonesia,
Refereed Proceeding
Revitalization of George Town Tourism Services with The Adaptation of Service Innovation Approach, ICLK, National Art Gallery Kuala Lumpur, 14/11/2018-15/11/2018
2018, Users That Do Personalizing Activity Toward Their Belonging, , Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research, Bandung, Indonesia,
2018, A method of investigating the ageing perception and satisfaction towards product appearances., Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research, Bandung, Indonesia,
2018, Intercity express bus safety design issues in peninsular Malaysia, , Advance in Economicc, Business and Management Research, Bandung, indonesia,
2018, Ergonomics Review: Identifying Discomfort Seating Posture Among Elderly Taxi Drivers at Malaysian Perspective., , Advanced Economics, Business and Management Research, Bandung, indonesia,
Assessment on Sitting Posture Relation to Risk Factors by Using Chisquare Test Among Elderly Taxi Drivers in Peninsular Malaysia, Journal of the Malaysian Institute of Planners, 2018.
Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Justification of Service Innovation Strategy, International Journal of Science Commerce and Humanities, 2018, Vol. No. 6 No. 1 May 2018
Ahmad Rizal Abdul Rahman dan Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2017, Buku: Asas Penyelidikan dalam Reka Bentuk, Universiti Putra Malaysia.
Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Norfarizah M. Bakhir, Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin, 2017, Tensile Strength of Banana Stem and Bamboo Fibres as Alternative Material in Making Craft Products, , 7th International Conference of Local Knowledge (ICLK 2017), The Puteri Pacfic Hotel Johor Bahru Malaysia.
Ergonomic Perspective: Awkward body posture causing health problem among elderly taxi drivers in Malaysia, Social Sciences Postgraduate International Seminar (SSPIS2017), sains@usm, Bukit Jambul Penang.,
Irwan shah Md Yusoff, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Shamsul Bahri Mohd Tamrin, Determinants of characteristics and discomfort on seating posture among elderly taxi drivers: a pilot study result., Malaysian Journal of Human Factor and Ergonomics2016 Vol. 1, 2016, 1, 1, 10
Irwan Syah Md Yusoff, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2016, To investigate The Association Between Current Car Seat Design with body Posture for reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) Through Ergonomics Principles Among Malaysian Elderly Drivers., , 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA) 2016 Proceeding., School of The Arts,
Siti Zubaidah Ibrahim, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Jasni Dolah, 2016, Kajian Rekabentuk Sistem Keselamatan (Tali pinggang) bagi penumpang bas komersial si semenanjung malaysia, , 2nd International Conference on Creative Media Design & Technology (REKA) School Of The Arts USM,
Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin, Chooi Wei Yee, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Mohamad Omar Bidin, 2016, Enhance Movie-Goers Cinema Experience, , 2nd International Conference on Creative Media Design And Techonology REKA 2016, School of Art USM,
Nurazlina Jamalludin, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Jasni Dolah, Mohamat Najib Mat Noor, 2016, Aging Perception Towards Appearance and products satisfaction, , 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA2016), School of Art,
Syarul Amizul Azizan dan Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, Mengglobalisasikan Penggunaan Serat Batang Pisang Tempatan dalam Penghasilan Struktur Sokongan Pembungkusan Produk Teknologi Maklumat dan Komunikasi., Penerokaan Teknologi Melalui Seni dan Warisan dalam Kearifan Tempatan, Penerbit USM, 2015.
Nur Syafawati Hamim and Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2015, Service Innovation Design Towards Ticketing System at Sungai Nibong Terminal, , Conference Proceeding 1st International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology, School of The Arts, 225-230
Ooi Boon Jiet and Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2015, Retail Efficiency and Productivity Enhancement Through Ergonomic Design, Conference Proceeding 1st International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology, School of The Arts,
Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2015, Transmit: Siri Esei dan Kajian Praktis Studio Seni. Editor: Mohammad Khizal, Fauzan Omar, Izmer Ahmad dan Shahrul Anuar Shaari., Pusat Pengajian Seni USM,
Editors-in-chief Nasir Baharuddin, Rahinah Ibrahim and Raja Ahmad Azmeer Jury Reviewer Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid , 2013, STEDEX 13 Sustainable Tropical Environmental Design Exhibition Vol.5 2013, UPM,
Validation on Proposals for Strategic Service Innovation at Automobile Service Center, National Cheng Kung University Tainan, Taiwan., 22/10/2012- 24/10/2012, International
Ahmad zuhairi Abdul Majid Nazlina Shaari Saiful Bahari Mohd Yusoff, 2011, Design Approach for Customers Experience in Services, 3rd International Conference on Applied and Creative Arts 2011, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak.
Proceedings in the 2010 International Joint Conference on Design Yonsei University (Wonju Campus), 22-23 October 2010 (title: Wealth Creation Through Service Innovation Design in Malaysia), Wonju, South Korea, 22/10/2010- 23/10/2010, International
Design Strategy for Designing a Service in Malaysia, Future University Hakodate, Japan., 18/10/2010- 20/10/2010, International
Mohd Fazidin Jabar and Ahmad Zuhairi Abdul Majid, 2002, 7th International Conference on Computer Aided Architectural Design Research In Asia (CAADRIA)(Principles and Methods of Interface Design), Prentice Hall, 321
Research
FRGS, MoE- The New Foundation for Fabrication of Kelantan’s Rebab Utilizing the New Traditional Product Development Plan for Commercialization. RM55,220.00, 1/09/2019 – 31/08/2021
Bridging Grant USM -The Application Of Service Innovation For Eco-Tourism In Penang And Perak, RM5,000.00, 15/06/2019-14/06/2020
Short Term Grant USM – Penggunaan Serat Asli Dalam Merekabentuk Komponen Ruang Dalaman Bas Transit Sebagai Artifak “Servicescape” Yang Membantu Kesempurnaan Perkhidmatan Pengangkutan Awam di Pulau Pinang , RM29,997.10, 01/09/2014-31/08/2016
Awards
· Hadiah Sanjungan, USM, 2009, National
· Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2014.
· 1st Prize NSTPeugeot Design Competition 2013, NST PeugeotNSTPeugeot
· Korea Society of Design Trend Awards, Korea Society of Design Trend, Silver Medal KSDT 2016, 2016, International
Course Listings
· VPT112 Computer Modelling 3D
· VRT301 Design Research Methodology
· VPT304 Product Design Management
· VPT411 Final Project1
· VPT412 Final Project2
Email:zuhairi.majid@usm.my
Ext:4072 / 3061

Lecturer
Pn Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid
Qualifications
- 2007-2009: MDes (Industrial Design), Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia.
- 1999-2000: BDes (Hons) (Industrial Design), Universiti Teknologi Mara, Selangor, Malaysia.
- 1995-1999: BDes (Industrial Design), Universiti Teknologi Mara, Selangor, Malaysia.
Personal Statement
My research interests include Design for Healthcare, Design for Disability, Universal Design, Design Thinking, and recently, Environment-Behaviour interaction. In addition to collaborative across disciplines through Co-Design approach, I always believe that good product design requires an in depth understanding of the user and the environment.
Publications
Khalid, N.A.M., Latif, L. A., & Hussein, H. Understanding Therapeutic Sensory Stimulation Garden (TSSG) as a Rehabilitation Garden in a Healthcare Centre (2019), International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE), 8(12S2).
Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid (2016). Memahami Reka Bentuk Sejagat: Kajian Kes Di Taman Permainan Mudah Akses, Taman Perbandaran Pulau PInang, International Conference On Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA 2016), ISBN 978-976-13104-1-0,p.722-730
Wahyuni Masyidah M. Isa, Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid, & Muhammad Fauzi Zainuddin (2016). Sitting Posture Amongst Level One Primary Schoolchildren (LOPS) In Perlis, Kedah and Pulau Pinang, International Conference On Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA2016), ISBN 978-967-13104-1-0, p.421-431
Wahyuni Masyidah Md.Isa, Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid, Muhammad Fauzi Zainuddin (2014). Peranan Ergonomik Dalam Rekabentuk Kerusi Sekolah: Kajian Kes di Sekitar Perlis, Kedah dan Pulau Pinang. International Conference on Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA2014), ISBN 978-967-13104-0-3, p.349-354
Johari Jaffar, Mohamad Omar Bidin, & Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid (2014). Peranan Rekabentuk Dalam Mengekalkan Keunikan Adat Dan Budaya Makan Masyarakat Melayu. International Conference on Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA2014), ISBN 978-967-13104-0-3, p.355-360
Wahyuni Masyidah Md.Isa, Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid, Muhammad Fauzi Zainuddin (2013). Mismatch Between Anthropometrics and Chairs Dimension of Primary School Children (Level 1) In Northern Region, Malaysia, The Convergence of The Performing and Creative Arts: Reimagining Methodologies and Traditions, Penerbit USM.
ISBN 978-983-861-569-3, p237-246
Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid, Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin & Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2012). Sumbangan Rekabentuk Perindustrian Dalam Merekayasa Permainan Tradisional: Satu Kajian Kes Ke atas Permainan ‘Tapak Gajah’. Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan (RCLK 2012): Merekayasa Kearifan Tempatan Ke Arah Ilmu Baharu.
Chapter In A Book
Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid (2011). Lakaran dalam Senireka Perindustrian, Kompilasi Karya Esei: Pameran Karya Seni Visual STPM 2011, Pusat Pengajian Seni, USM.
Magazine
Azlina Khalid (2011). Knowledge & Skills Sharing: Sketching Techniques to SPM Students’, Buletin Dewan Budaya: Sulur Bayung, USM.
Azlina Khalid (2010), NEXTUS 2010: Student Furniture Design Competition, Buletin Dewan Budaya: Sulur Bayung, USM.
Research Grant
- ‘Exploring Sketching As A Tool Of Communication In Product Design Courses’
USM (Insentif Grant), RM5,000.00, 2/3/2011-1/3/2012, -(Principal Investigator) (Completed)
- ‘Kajian Ke atas Kerusi Sekolah Rendah Bagi Pelajar Tahun 1, 2 dan 3’
Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1/1/2010 – 31/12/2012 -(Principal Investigator) (Completed)
- ‘Natural Wood Stain: Focusing on Betel Nut’s Skin’
Incentive Grant, 2005-2006 -(Principal Investigator) (Completed)
- ‘To Identify, Design and Develop a Product for Commercialization from a Newly Developed Ceramic Based Material’
USM Short-term Grant, 2004 -(Co-Researcher) (Complet
Exhibition
- Drifting To Happiness (2022)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
PAMERAN OASIS 2022 “SENSORY”, PUSAT PENGAJIAN SENI, USM,
Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia. - Semangat alam (2017)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid & Mohd Faidzal B. Ahmad
PAMERAN OASIS 2017 “WORLDING…THE ARTS” PUSAT PENGAJIAN SENI, USM,
Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia.
- Apophenia: Tarian Alam 1, 2, 3 (2017)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid & Mohd Faidzal B. Ahmad
PAMERAN OASIS 2017 “WORLDING…THE ARTS” PUSAT PENGAJIAN SENI, USM,
Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia. - Childhood memories -Stopping By… (2016)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
World Art Design Festival 2016 Guri, Korea, - Life Disposed (2014)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
USM -Thaksin University Joint Exihibition. - Tapak Gajah: Connecting Traditions (2013)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
Korean Society of Design Trend (KSDT) – Malaysia International Design Invitational Exhibition - Tapak Gajah: Connecting Traditions (2013)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
OASIS, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia - Halt for Life (2013)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
OASIS, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF),Universiti Sains Malaysia - Product Improvization (2011)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
USMCares -USM Creative Arts Embrace Sustainability, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah
(MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia - Blue and Yello Composition I, II and III (2010)
Noor Azlina Bt. Mohamed Khalid
Contemporary Art Exhibition, Craft House Museum & Art Gallery,Hatyai, Songkla
Course Listings
-VPT412/4 Design Project 2 (Industrial Design)
-VPT411/4 Design Project I (Industrial Design)
-VPT305/3 Product Design 2
-VPT 304/3 Industrial Design Management
-VPT 220/10 Industrial Training (Industrial Design)
-VPT214/2 Ergonomic in Design
-VRA101/4 Elements and Principles of Design
-VRA108/2 Visual Studio Practice 2
-VRA103/2 Visual Studio Practice 1
-HFE224/2 Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (*University course)
Email: n_azlina@usm.my
Ext.:4652

Lecturer
Mr Alif Ikrami
Qualifications
Diploma in Industrial Design (Politeknik Johor Bahru), BFA (Hons) in Product Design (USM), MA in Fine Arts (USM)
Biodata
Mohd Alif Ikrami bin Mutti is a lecturer of Product Design Department in School of The Arts, University Sains Malaysia. He’s holding a Master of Arts (Fine Arts) from Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2017. Since 2007, he has held a several position in the industry such as Styling Designer, Cad Designer, Technician and Graphic Designer in various company involving fields of automotive, engineering, manufacturing and craft. In 2017, he started a freelance project as a furniture designer and maker while teaching as part-time lecturer in Faculty of Art and Design at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) and School of The Arts, USM. He is now a fulltime lecturer in USM.
Personal Statement
My field of interest include the area of Material and Process Studies, Universal and Inclusive Design, User Interaction and Behavior, Design in Culture and Heritage, and Design Styling in Product Design, Furniture Design and Transport Design. I cannot imagine the world without colours, lines, shapes, geometric precision, which leads to two key words in design – functional aesthethics.
Publications:
Mutti, M. A. I., Yassin, H. R, M. (2013). A Study of Three-Wheeler Bike Design For Urban Delivery Transpotation, BFA, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor.
Mutti, M. A. I., Bidin, M. O., Yassin, H. R. M. (2017). Kriteria Rekabentuk Hentian Bas: Kajian Kes Dalam Kampus Induk Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), MA, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Mutti, M. A. I., Bidin, M. O., Yassin, H. R. M. (2015), Kajian Permasalahan Rekabentuk Hentian Bas Dalam Induk Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), 1st International Conference On Creative Media, Design and Technology (REKA2014).
Bidin, M. O., Mutti, M. A. I., Yassin, H. R. M., (2018) Development of Bus Stop Design Guideline: Case Study in the Main Campus of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). 4th Bandung Creative Movement International Conference on Creative Industries 2017 (BCM2017).
Exhibitions:
‘a-MAZE-ing Scraps’ – USM Creative Arts Embrace Sustainability (USMCARES), – Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, 2011
Merpati Trike – RINTIS SHIFT Final Year Project Exhibition, School of The Arts, 2013
Awards:
Gold Medal Award, Wood Invention and Innovation Design (WIID), 2019.
USM Fellowship Scholarship Award, 2014.
USM YC Lin Gold Medal Award (Applied Art), 2013.
Best Student Award for Product Design Final Exhibition, School of The Arts, 2013.
Gold Medal- Social Transformation and Creative Art, Novel Research & Innovation Competition (NRIC), 2013.
Prize of Honors (Applied Art) – USM Academic Conference 2011/2012, 2012.
1st Winner, Lantern Design Category in Penang Beat Prelude & Contemporary Lantern Night Festival, 2011.
First Class Degree Award, 44th USM Convocations Ceremony, 2013
The Best Student Award for Product Design Final Exhibition, School of The Arts, 2013.
Dean List – Semester 2 (2010/2011), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Dean List – Semester 3 (2011/2012), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Dean List – Semester 4 (2011/2012), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Dean List – Semester 5 (2012/2013), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Dean List – Semester 6 (2012/2013), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Course Listing:
VPT 111 – Teknik Pembuatan Model (Model Making Techniques)
VPT 216 – Rekabentuk Perabot 1 (Furniture Design 1)
VPT 306 – Rekabentuk Perabot 2 (Furniture Design 2)
VPT 412 – Projek Rekabentuk 2 (Design Project 2

Chairperson
Dr. Pravina Manoharan
Qualifications
BA, Music, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM); MA, Music, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM); PhD, Ethnomusicology, Monash University
Personal Statement
As a musician, I have always been intrigued by the role music plays within a community. Why does music matter? There is a greater significance beyond a composition, and recognizing the importance of music within various societies and cultures and how it functions, as a creative practice is the essence of ethnomusicology, an area that I specialise in. Furthermore, the articulation of the self against the larger fabric of a community’s musical practice is also fascinating as the identity of the composer, musician and audience is often manifested within a single composition.
Publications
Manoharan, P., & Othman, J. A. (2019). The Soundscape of” Bermulanya Di Sini… Kedah Tua”!. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse, 18.
Othman, J. A., & Manoharan, P. (2019). Constructing Gender in the Performance of” Bermulanya Di Sini… Kedah Tua”. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse, 18.
Ramli, N. H., Backer, M. B. A., & Manoharan, P. (2019). From Monuments to Movements: Curating an Artistic Re-imagination of Kedah Tua. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse, 18.
Backer, M. B. A., Saidin, M., & Manoharan, P. (2019). Translating Archaeological Artefacts and Architectural Remains at Lembah Bujang, Kedah through the Performance” Bermulanya Di Sini… Kedah Tua”.
Manoharan, P., Backer, M. B. A., Shafii, A. S. H. (2017). Thaipusam: A Journey in Spiritaul Healing. In Locating the Soul in Performance for Healing. Penerbit, USM.
Backer, M. B. A., Manoharan, P. (2017). Mind, Body, Spirits and Souls in Traditional Healing: A Perspective of Bageh, In Locating the Soul in Performance for Healing. Penerbit, USM
Manoharan P. & Yoshioka, Y. 2016. Challenging the Boundaries of Convention: Sirius Quartet in Concert. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse. Vol 15, Pp. 36 -39
Othman, J. A. Hardy, A. S. Manoharan, P. (2016) Performing a Negotiation of the Borders Between the Academia, Industry and Community. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse, Vol 15: Pp. 137–146.
Manoharan, P. (2008). Towards Fusion: New Trends in Hindustani Sitar Music in Malaysia. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse. Vol. 7, Pp. 23-44.
Manoharan, P. (2008). From Classical to Fusion Changes in Hindustani Sitar Music in Malaysia. UPM Music Forum Monograph Series. UPM Monograph Publications. Pp. 16-23.
Manoharan, P. (2018) The Spirit of Dance & Music in Promoting Peace: A Project with Rohingya Refugee Children in Penang, Nuspark.
Proceeding/Conference Presentation
Voices from the Jungle: A Rohingya Journey. (20 & 21 August 2019) Driving Refugee Empowerment Through Digital Inclusion in South-East Asia, Penang, Malaysia.
Performance as an Expressive Tool To Voice Cultural Identity Among Refugee Children: A Case Of Rohingya Refugee Communities. (2018) 5th Symposium, International Council for Traditional Music, Malaysia
Translating notions of diasporic identity through Tamil hip-hop in Malaysia, (2016),The 7th Asian Translation Traditions Conference. Monash University, Malaysia
Translating Archaeological Artefacts and Architectural Remains at Bujang Valley through Performance, (2016) 4th SYMPOSIUM OF THE ICTM STUDY GROUP ON PERFORMING ARTS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA (PASEA), Malaysia
Grants
Principal Investigator
Performance as an Expressive Tool in Voicing Cultural Identity for Refugee Children: A Case of Rohingya Refugee Communities (Active )
Co Researcher
Silk Shadows Speak: A Study of Malaysian Children’s Voices on Heritage Folktales Using Performative Tools. (Active )
Translating Archeological Artefacts and Architectural Remains at Lembah Bujang Through Dance.
Consultation
- Malaysia-Japan Traditional music Exchange (Traditional music documentation), Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur, 30/01/2018 – 03/02/2018
- Malaysia Japan Traditional Music Exchange Project, Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur, 24/02/2017 – 03/03/2017
- Text book Reviewer, Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia, 22/10/2018 – 31/12/2018,
Course Listing
VZM101 Basic Music Theory
VZA101 Introduction To Music
VZM152 Aural Skills
VZM162 World Music
VZM189 Applied Music
VZM390 Industrial Training
VZM513 Music Pedagogy And Performance Thesis
Email:pravina@usm.my

Lecturer
Dr. Yumi Yoshioka
Qualifications
University of South Carolina, U.S.A.
Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in Piano Pedagogy, 2003
University of South Carolina, U.S.A.
Master of Music in Piano Pedagogy and Performance, 1999
University of South Carolina, U.S.A.
Indiana State University, U.S.A.
Bachelor of Music (Hons.) in Piano Performance, 1997
Vincennes University, U.S.A.
Associate of Science in Fine-Arts, Music Performance, 1994
Personal Statement:
I personally believe that music is not something that you just learn in a classroom. Music is something that extends beyond the four walls of a practice room and can be used as a tool to impact the society as well. I am passionate about developing programmes that involve children and the community around them through creative music events where the fear of performance is replaced by the fun of performing with friends and family. Music is to be enjoyed, not dreaded.
Performance:
Japan, Malaysia, and U.S.A.
Presentation:
Germany, Italy, Malaysia, and U.S.A.
Community Service:
Community Music Program (Free Piano Lessons for Children)
Publications:
2014
The Application of the Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy in a Music Theory Workbook: Beginners Aged Between 10 to 12 Years Old
International Music and Performing Arts Conference, Proceeding
2011
Incorporating Comprehensive Musicianship into Late Intermediate to Early Advanced Piano Lessons
THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THE ARTS IN SOCIETY, Vol.6. [ISSN: 1833-1866]
2008
Music Theory for Blind Musicians in Malaysia
2nd International Conference on Applied and Creative Arts,
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak,
Conference Proceeding
2007
“Teaching Music with Technology in Malaysia”
Article submitted as part of proposed coffee table book published by the School of Arts, USM
Coursework:
VZM148E Fundamentals of Keyboard
VZM189 Muzik Gunaan 1 (Applied Music in Piano)
VZM197E Keyboard I
VZM227E Pedagogy and Instrumental Repertoire 1
VZM229 Muzik Gunaan 2 (Applied Music 2 in Piano)
VZM277E Pedagogy and Instrumental Repertoire 1
VZM289 Muzik Gunaan 3 (Applied Music 3 in Piano)
VZM329 Muzik Gunaan41 (Applied Music 4 in Piano)
VZM400 Projek Muzik ( Music Project: Solo Piano Recital)
Email:yumi@usm.my
Ext:2333

Lecturer
Dr. Johan Awang Othman
Qualifications
BMus (Oberlin Conservatory) in Music Composition (Minor in Theory); MMus (YALE) in Music composition; and PhD (Universiti Sains Malaysia) in Art History & Theory.
Personal Statement
As a trained music composer and an academic in the field of art history and theory, I am currently interested in exploring the relationship between the human as a subject and its enculturation. This exploration and study of the human subject and various cultural inscriptions onto its body – the somatic – through artistic expression, particularly within the form of theatre, have been my ongoing mission to understand how subject formation moves within the social and cultural, specifically the Malaysian culture. To problematise the idea of subjectivation within the nation state of Malaysia, through the concept of language, music, images, signs, amongst others, especially within the context of the theatre, as a music composer and currently a playwright, has been and will be an ongoing activity and process.
Publications:
- Cultural Decentralization Within a Post Colonial Territory: Movements in Malaysia’s Music Culture, Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, 1, 79-86 (2002)
- The Body As Agency of Imaginary Gendering, Humanities, Society and Culture: International Proceeding of Economics Development and Research, 251-255 (2011)
- Constituting Gender, Locating the Body, Journal of Gender Studies, 24:6, (2015)
- Can Medea Speak? Tracing Euripides’ Medea’s Complex Performative Gendering in Her Speech from the Outside in the Outside, PROCEDIA: Social and Behavorial Sciences, (2015)
- Performing a Negotiation of the Borders Between the Academia, Industry and Community., Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, 15: , (2016)
Music Compositions:
ittar for chamber
orchestra performed by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra during MPO Forum
for Composers Phase I 2003.
topeng 1 for orchestra performed by
the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra during MPO Forum for Composers Phase II
2004.
topeng 2 for 18 performers performed
by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Players for Contemporary Music
Concert 25 April 2007.
Composition for Piano No.8 performed
by Loo Bang Hean for a CD recording of ‘Malaysian Contemporary Music Vol.1’
produced by Hardesh Singh and CH Loh in collaboration with ‘Off The Edge
Magazine’, February 2008.
the dancing mouse [vocalize version]
for soprano and harp based on a poem by William Radice of the same title. The
poem is taken from a set of 14 poems that form the last part of a new book
published separately in June 2008 English-German, illustrated edition by
Hirundo Press in Hamburg. The recording performed by Helen Radice on Harp and
soprano Angelika Huber for the book launch in Hamburg.
the dancing mouse for soprano and
harp. Kuala Lumpur performance at Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Center 13 July
2008 during the HSBC Young Composers Workshop 2008.
Chin Yen Lin (soprano) and Tan Keng Hong (Harp).
Dying In Order To Live for soprano
and piano. An excerpt from an opera in progress based on a libretto Conference
of the Birds by William Radice. Excerpt
premiered on 13 July 2008 at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Center during the
HSBC Young Composers Workshop 2008. Chin Yen Lin (soprano) and Chee Su Yen
(Piano).
Conference of the Birds an opera.
Libretto by William Radice. The opera is based on a 12th century Persian poem
Mantiq-ut-Tayr by Farid ud-Din Attar. A workshop performance of about one hour
in length took place at the Wawasan Open University Penang on November 20 – 22,
2009. Produced by the Five Arts Centre. Marion D’Cruz as Executive Producer and
James Lochhead as Penang Producer. This version is an electronic based music
accompaniment to voice.
Neutral Space – for solo piano
performed by Ernst Surberg of Ensemble Mosaik on the 29th November 2009 concert
of “Young Composers Competition Concert and Jury’s Music” as guest
composer.
whose shadow would fall on for
trombone and piano. Written for Dirk Amrein (trombone) and Juerg Henneberger
(piano) premiered on 24 July 2011 at School of the Arts, Universiti Sains
Malaysia Pulau Pinang.
the dancing mouse choral version to
be performed at the 29th Asian Composers League Conference and Festival in
Taiwan on the 27th November 2011 by the Taipei Chamber Singers. (the
performance of this piece was replaced by “whose shadow would fall
on” revised version for clarinet and piano).
whose shadow would fall on revised
version for clarinet and piano to replace performance of “the dancing
mouse” at the 29th Asian Composers League Conference and Festival in
Taiwan 2011.
the dancing mouse rearrangement of
selected settings for mezzo soprano, clarinet, cello and piano. To be performed
and premiered by Bridges Collective Ensemble in Melbourne (pre-tour March 2012,
UiTM and at the KL Pac (April 2012).
the doctrine of final causes for
solo oboe. Written for Amari Barash. Performed in the USA 2012.
songs and soundscapes for the play “The Sandpit”. Performance in March 2012 at Penang Performing Arts
Centre.
He too a simulacrum, that another person was dreaming him. for 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets and 2 bassoons.
This work was commissioned by the High Winds Ensemble for a performance in
2013.

Lecturer
Ms. Tan Jin Yin
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Management (Honours), University Sains Malaysia;
Master of Arts (Music Pedagogy and Performance), Universiti Sains Malaysia; Master of Fine Arts (Vocal Performance), Nanjing Normal University (NNU), China
Personal Statement:
The oldest musical instrument is the human voice and It constantly amazes me what the human voice can do. It is one powerful tool that can express oneself emotions. I believe through continuous learning culture and understanding the systematic vocal technique, will eventually heighten the art of singing.
Publication:
Tan, Jin Yin. (2019). The Research on Artistic and Singing Performance of Malaysian Social Dance Music Ronggeng. Dissertation, CNKI, China.
Performing Experience:
Thailand, China, Malaysia
Interest:
Vocal Performance, Opera Workshop, Vocal Pedagogy, Choir Performance, Choir Pedagogy
Expertise
Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, Choral
Teaching:
History of Western Music, Choir
Course Listing:
- VZM247E Choir 1
- VZM297E Choir 2
- VZM347E Choir 3
- VZZ 397 Choir 4
- VZM218 History of Western Music 1
- VZM278 History of Western Music 2

Lecturer
Dr. Mohd Fairuz Zamani
Qualifications
PhD (Music Performance), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
Master of Performing Arts (Music), Universiti Malaya (UM)
Bachelor of Music Composition (Hons.), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Diploma in Music, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Fellowship Diploma of the London College of Music (FLCM) (Pianoforte Performance), University of West London (UWL)
Licentiate Diploma of the London College of Music (LLCM) (Pianoforte), Thames Valley University (TVU)
Personal Statement
A musician and an academician who is formally trained in Piano Performance, Music Composition, and Musicology. I integrate these fields through my research on Malaysian contemporary composers – performing their works, analyzing and understanding the ideological and theoretical construct and inspirations behind each composition, and explaining them through music analysis and philosophies. I love to inspire others by showcasing good musicianship and leadership skills and get inspired by the same qualities.
Publication
- Zamani, M.F., Idrus, M.M., & Goh, Y.L. (2019). Razak Abdul Aziz: The Forgotten Composer. ASEAN Journal of Management and Business Studies, 1 (1). 76-83.
- Zamani, M.F. (2020). Maguntip and Wayang Kulit: The Influence of Malaysian Traditional Performing Arts in Razak Abdul Aziz’s 10 Pantun Settings. International Journal of Applied and Creative Arts, 3 (1). 1-9.
- Zamani, M.F., Gani, A. F. A (2020). Razak Abdul Aziz’s 10 Pantun Settings: Imagery behind the chosen texts. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, 10 (6). 959-990.
- Zamani, M.F. (2020). From The Eyes of a Performer: Performance History of Razak Abdul Aziz’s 10 Pantun Settings. The Interdisciplinary of Management, Economic, and Social Research. 89-96.
- Zamani, M.F. (2021). Fairuz Zamani’s PhD in Music Performance: A Review on Preparing Chosen Piano Works of Razak Abdul Aziz for Two Academic Recitals. Wacana Seni, 20. 79-85.
- Zamani, M. F, Idrus, M. M. (2022). Music as Poetry and Performance: Marriage, Past Instabilities, and Razak Abdul Aziz’s Musical Performance. 3L: Language, Linguistics, Literature (Accepted for publication)
Selected Recent Performances
Journal of Arts in Society; International Society of Music Education (ISME);
- Fairuz Zamani Piano Recital (16 December 2019) – Piano Station, Summit USJ
- Fairuz Zamani Lecture-Recital (29 April 2019) – Institut Pendidikan Guru, Pulau Pinang
- Fairuz Zamani Solo Piano Recital (30 April 2019) – Pelinggam Cahaya, USM
- Fairuz Zamani PhD in Music Performance: Recital 1 (26 July 2019) – Orchestra Hall, ASWARA
- Piano Duet Gala Concert (23 November 2019) – Peseban Agung, USM
- Fairuz Zamani PhD in Music Performance: Recital 2 (6 February 2020) – Orchestra Hall, ASWARA
- Konsert Orkestra Simfoni Kebangsaan Bersama Bintang (30 October 2021) – Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya
- Konsert Orkestra Simfoni Kebangsaan Patriotik Tanah Airku (6 November 2021) – Panggung Sari, Istana Budaya
- Beethoven 250th Birthday Celebration Concert (18 November 2021) – The Residence of German Ambassador
Composition/Arrangement
- Nuance of Rebab Fantasy (2013) for soprano, SATB chorus, piano, and Mak Yong music ensemble
- Selected songs for Koir Kebangsaan ‘In Love with Rock’ (2015)
- Selected P. Ramlee songs for Koir Kebangsaan ‘Wajah’ (2016)
- Images (2017) for voice and piano
- Mek Mulung Cycle (2018) for soprano, SATB chorus, Mek Mulung voice ensemble, and orchestra
- Two Miniatures (2022)for solo piano
Course Listing
- VZM101 Basic Music Theory
- VZM189 Applied Music 1
- VZM206 Music Theory 2
- VZM229 Applied Music 2
- VZM256 Music Theory 3
- VZM289 Applied Music 3
- VZM352 Desktop Publication in Music Technology 2
- VZM390 Industrial Training
Email:fairuzzamani@usm.my
Ext:3063

Lecturer
Profesor Kehormat Tan Sooi Beng
Qualifications
BA (Music) Cornell University, Ithaca, New York; MA (Music) Wesleyan University, Middletown, Connecticut; Ph.D (Music) Monash University, Melbourne.
Personal Statement
I am an advocate of activism in academic research and am actively engaged in developing methodologies in the practice of community theatre for young people and revitalizing traditional theatre such as the Hokkien glove puppet theatre in Penang. Central to the strategies is the collaboration and partnership of the researcher with the tradition bearers, students, and the young people of the community in all aspects of research, documentation, and performance towards the common goal of revitalizing their traditions. This type of people-centred collaborative research approach strives for more horizontal and equal relations between the researcher and the research subjects and engages the communities to sustain their own cultures in their own terms.
Publications:
Author: Bangsawan: A Social and Stylistic History of Popular Malay Opera (Oxford University Press, 1993);
Co-Author: Music of Malaysia: Classical, Folk and Syncretic Traditions (Routledge, 2017); Co-Longing for the Past, the 78 RPM Era in Southeast Asia (Dust-to-Digital 2013), Potehi of Penang (George Town World Heritage Incorporated, 2017);
Editor: Eclectic Cultures for All: The Development of the Peranakan Performing, Visual and Material Arts in Penang (USM, 2019); The Multicultural Performing Arts, Crafts, Food and Festivals of Penang, School of the Arts, USM 2011.
Co-Editor: Emergent Sino-Soundscapes, Musical Pasts, Transnationalism and Multiple Identities, Special Issue, Ethnomusicology Forum (ISI Journal), 25/1. Routledge: Taylor and Francis. 2011.
Articles: ‘”Negotiating ‘His Master’s Voice’: Gramophone Music and Cosmopolitan Modernity in British Malaya in the 1930s and Early 1940s”, Bijdragen tot de Taal-, Land- en Volkenkunde, Journal of the Humanities and Social Science of Southeast Asia. 169 (2013), “Community Musical Theatre for Inter-Ethnic Peace Building in Malaysia”. Chapter 13. In Brydie-Leigh Bartleet and Lee Higgins (Eds), The Oxford Handbook for Community Music, New York: Oxford University Press (2018); “Malay Women Singers of Colonial Malaya, Voicing Alternative Gender Identity and Modernity”, Chapter 4, In Andrew Weintraub and Bart Barendregt (Eds), Vamping the Stage, Female Voices in Asian Modernities, Hawaii: University of Hawaii Press (2017); “Cultural Engagement and Ownership through Participatory Approaches in Applied Ethnomusicology”,Iin Svanibor Pettan and Jeff Todd Titon (Eds), Oxford Handbook for Applied Ethnomusicology, Volume 1, Theory, Method, Sustainability and Conflict. New York: Oxford University Press (2019).
International Academic Appointments
Editor-in-Chief of Wacana Seni, Journal of Arts Discourse; Advisory Editorial Board of Asian Music (USA), elected Executive Board Member of the International Council for Traditional Music (ICTM), Unesco NGO.
Awards: Joint Award, Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM), Bruno Nettl Prize (2014), Association for Recorded Sound Research (ARSC) award for category of Best Historical Research in Recorded Folk or World Music (2014) for the co-authored book, Longing for the Past; Cendana Sponsorship Award for Revitalizing Potehi Glove Puppet Theatre (2018), The US Ambassador’s Award for the “Preservation of Bangsawan, a Traditional Malay Performing Art”, The US department of State Overseas Federal Assistance Awards (2009-2010), The Nippon Foundation Fellowships for Asian Public Intellectuals (API Fellowships Program (2008-2009), Distinguished Visiting Scholar, Faculty of Arts, Monash University (2001).
Email:sbtan@usm.my
Ext:3798

Dean
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarena Abdullah
Qualifications
PhD, Art History, The University of Sydney, NSW, Australia, 2010
MA, Art History, SUNY at Buffalo, NY, USA, 2005
BSc. HBP (Interior Design) (Hons), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia, 2001
Diploma in Interior Design, Institut Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Malaysia, 1998.
Personal Statement:
The core of my research interest is Malaysia art history but as geographically boundaries dissolve and evolve, I am also expanding modern and contemporary art in Southeast Asia, and Asia in general.
Publications:
Books:
Abdullah, S. (2018). Malaysian Art Since the 1990s: Postmodern Situation, Kuala Lumpur.Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
Whiteman, S., S. Abdullah, Y. Low. P. Scott (eds.) (2018).. Ambitious Alignments: New Histories of Southeast Asian Art (1945-1990). Singapore & Sydney:National Gallery Singapore and Power Institute.
Journal Articles:
Abdullah, S. (Sept 2019). “‘A Bridge Between Two Worlds’”: Exhibitions of Malaysian Art at the Commonwealth Institute,” British Art Studies, Issue 13,
Abdullah, S. & Siti Khadijah Elham (2019). “Culture and Identity in Selected New Media Artworks in Malaysia 1993-2007.” Journal Visual Art & Design, Vol. 11, No. 1, pp. 19-34.
Fatima Siddiqui & S. Abdullah (2018). “Aesthetic, Patriotic and Religious Peacock Motifs: Framing the Meanings of Pakistani Truck Art through Foss’ and Aristotle’s Rhetorical Approach.” The Journal of Social Sciences Research, Special Issue 5.
Razan Rosman & S. Abdullah (June 2018). “Wak Ketok and The Quest For Malay Identity In 1930s Malaya.” Journal of the Malaysian Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society (JMBRAS), Volume 91 Part 1, No. 314.
Abdullah, S. (2018). “Early (Visual) Modernity in Malaysian Art: Expanding the Narrative.” Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, Vol. 17 (1). Penang: USM.
Abdullah, S. (2018). “Abdullah Ariff: A Cosmopolitan Artist of the Early 20th Century Malaya.” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI) Special Issue 2018. KL: Universiti Malaya.
R. Rosman and S. Abdullah (2018), “Cosmopolitan Malay through Critiques in Caricatures and Visual Advertisements in 1930s Malaya.” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI) Special Issue 2018. KL: Universiti Malaya.
L. Clara and S. Abdullah (2018). “The Quest of Identity in Sophia Kamal’s WUDU.” PERTANIKA Journal, JSSH Vol. 26 (2) June 2018.
Abdullah, S. (2018). “Artistic Practices in Contemporary Asia.” Art & the Public Sphere. Vol 7, Issue 1, pp. 3-5.
Abdullah, S. (2018). “The [Emerging] Alternative Practices in Malaysian Art (1990s-2015),” Art & the Public Sphere, Vol 7, Issue 1, pp. 25–41, doi: 10.1386/aps.7.1.25_1
Abdullah, S. & E.R. Legaspi (2018). “Art and the Community in the Philippines: Conversation between Sarena Abdullah and Eileen Legaspi Ramirez,” Art & the Public Sphere, Vol 7, Issue 1, pp. 93-99.
S.F. Md. Nor and S. Abdullah (2017). “Through the Western Eyes in Southeast Asia: Analysing the Strategy of Subversion in Yee I-Lann’s “Picturing Power” Photomontages, Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI) 22, no. 1 (2017). KL: Universiti Malaya.
E.I. Musa and S. Abdullah (2017). “Iconological Analysis of Peranakan’s Intimate Lifestyle: A Case Study of Sylvia Lee Goh’s ‘Woman, Oh! Woman’ Painting Series,” Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, Vol. 16, Penang: USM.
Abdullah, S. (2017). “Changing Approaches: Installations Produced in the Malaysian Art World” Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, Vol. 16, Penang: USM.
K. Syed and S. Abdullah (2015). “Chronicling Pakistan’s Art Movement from Traditional to Contemporary (1960-2011), Wacana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse. Vol. 14 (1). Penang: USM.
Abdullah, S. and N. Mohamad (2015). “Incorporation and Exploration of Local Imageries and Identities in Malaysia’s Graffiti Art,” Journal Visual Art & Design. Vol. 7, No. 1, pp. 39-52.
Abdullah, S. (2015) “Postmodernity In Malaysian Art: Tracing Works by Nirmala Shanmughalingam,” Indian Journal of Arts. Vol 5(16), p. 35-43
Abdullah, S. and A.K. Chung (Dec 2014). “Re-examining the Objects of Mystical Reality,” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI). Vol 19, no 1, pp. 203-217. KL: Universiti Malaya.
K. Syed and S. Abdullah (Oct 2013). “The Usage of Morbid Themes and Imageries in Contemporary Art: A Case Study of ‘12: A Group Exhibition in Anticipation of the 2012 Apocalypse,’” Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences. Vol 4 No 10. Rome: MCSER Publishing.
Abdullah, S. (2012). “Art Criticisms Versus Art Writings: The Malaysian Situation” KEMANUSIAAN. Vol. 19, No. 2, pp. 63-78. Penang: USM.
Abdullah, S. (Dec 2012). “The Environment as a Theme in Malaysian Art,” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI). Vol 17, pp 281-300 281. KL: Universiti Malaya.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “Thematic Approaches in Malaysia Art since the 1990s,” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI). Vol 16, no. 1. KL: Universiti Malaya.
Abdullah, S. (2010), “Absenteeism of Malaysian Identity in Art in the Early Years of Independence.” Journal of Southeast Asian Studies (JATI). Volume 15, no. 1. KL: Universiti Malaya.
Book Chapters
[Accepted] Peranakan Imageries in the works of few selected Malaysian and Singaporean artists (1980s-2017), to be published by USM Publisher, ed. Tan Sooi Beng.
[Accepted] “Cosmopolitanism in the Works of Straits Chinese Artists: Low Kway Song, Yong Mun Sen and Tay Hooi Keat” to be published by USM Publisher, ed. Tan Sooi Beng.
Abdullah, S. (2016). “Art Criticisms Versus Art Writings: The Malaysian Situation,” Narratives In Malaysian Art, Volume 3: Infrastructures (ed. Beverly Yong, Nur Hanim Khairuddin, Rahel Joseph and Tengku Sabri Tengku Ibrahim). Kuala Lumpur: RogueArt.
Abdullah, S. (2016). “Kritikan dan Penulisan Seni: Situasi Malaysia,” Naratif Seni Rupa Malaysia Jil. 3: Infrastruktur (ed. Beverly Yong, Nur Hanim Khairuddin, Rahel Joseph and Tengku Sabri Tengku Ibrahim). Kuala Lumpur: RogueArt.
Abdullah, S. (2015). “The Ambition of Ambitious Alignment: A Reflection by a Mid-Career Art Historian,” sentAp! A Decade. Ipoh & Kuala Lumpur: Teratak Nuromar & ITBM.
Abdullah, S. and C. Thiruchelvam (2015). “The Locality and the Immediate Realities: Tracing Modernity in Indonesian and Malaysian Modern Art,” in Satu Rumpun Banyak Tunas: Kumpulan Pemikiran Generasi Muda Indonesia dan Malaysia (ed. Effendi, T. D. and M. I. Ramli). Yogyakarta: Leutikaprio.
Abdullah, S. (2013). “Malay Artists and the Postmodern Situation: Thematic Approaches since the 1990s,” Reactions – New Critical Strategies: Narratives in Malaysian Art Vol. 2 (ed. Nur Hanim Khairuddin and Beverly Yong, with T.K. Sabapathy). Kuala Lumpur: RogueArt.
Abdullah, S. (2013). “Artis-artis Melayu dan Situasi Pascamoden: Pendekatan-pendekatan Bertema Semenjak 1990-an,” Reaksi – Strategi Kritikal Baru: Naratif Seni Rupa Malaysia Jil. 2 (ed. Nur Hanim Khairuddin and Beverly Yong, with T.K. Sabapathy). Kuala Lumpur: RogueArt.
Abdullah, S. (2012). “Literature Review for the Arts and Humanities,” Transdisciplinarity as Research: Selection of Papers from the 1st School of the Arts Research Colloquium (ed. Sarena Abdullah, Aris Ahmad and AS Hardy). Penang: School of the Arts.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “Penggunaan Pendekatan Sejarah dan Kritikan Seni dalam Mengkaji Karya-karya Seni,” Pameran Karya Seni Visual STPM 2011. Pulau Pinang: Pusat Pengajian Seni.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “Lukisan-Lukisan Awal Malaya (1880-1894)” in 1st Malaysian International Drawing Marathon (ed. by S. Shahir, I. Ahmad and S.A. Shaari). Penang: School of the Arts, USM.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “The Early Drawings of Malaya (1880-1894) by Frank Swettenham” in 1st Malaysian International Drawing Marathon, (ed. by S. Shahir, I. Ahmad and S.A. Shaari). Penang: School of the Arts, USM.
Abdullah, S. (2008). “Malaysian Postmodern Art and its Strategies,” New Asian Imagination. Singapore: Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.
Art Catalog
Abdullah, S. (2017). “We Are Here,” We Are Here. Kuala Lumpur: Richard Koh Fine Arts.
Abdullah, S. (2016). “Ismail Zain: Pendekatan Ambivalen Dan Peralihan Ke Arah Seni Pascamoden,” Al-Kesah: Homage to Ismail Zain. Kuala Lumpur: Petronas.
Abdullah, S. (2014). “Can Art Change the Climate?” in Art and Sustainable Development. Penang & Songkhla: School of the Arts and Thaksin University.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “The Research and the Arts Practice – A Symbiotic Liaison?,” Bicara Sifu: Hasil Karya dari Institut Pengajian Seni Awam – Artworks from the Public Art Institutions of Higher Education. Kuala Lumpur: Petronas.
Articles in Magazines
Abdullah, S. (2017). “Malay and Islam-centric National Narratives – Modern Art In Malaysia during 1980s,” The Newsletter, No. 77, Summer 2017. Leiden: International Institute of Asian Studies (IIAS).
Abdullah, S. (2015). “Modernities Through Art and Design: Printing Press as a Source of Examining Penang’s Modernity” in Berita: Malaysia/Singapore/Brunei Studies Group Association for Asian Studies. Special Spring Issue.
Abdullah, S. (2014). “Move On Malaysian Arts,” Senikini, No: #21. Kuala Lumpur: BSVN.
Abdullah, S. (2011). “Young Contemporaries 2010, Reviewed.” sentAp!, 04/10. Ipoh: Teratak Nuromar.
Abdullah, S. (2010). “The Predicament of “Art Writings” in Malaysian Art,” sentAp!, 03/08. Ipoh: Teratak Nuromar.
Abdullah, S. (2010). “The Early Postmodern Artistic Strategies in Malaysian Art,” sentAp!, 01/07, Ipoh: Teratak Nuromar.
Abdullah, S. (Nov 2006-Jan 2007). “Biennale of Sydney 2006,” sentap!, Issue 5, Nov 06-Jan 07.
Abdullah, S. (Apr-June2006). “Positioning Malaysia’s Postmodernism,” sentap!, Issue 3, April-June 2006.
Abdullah, S. (July-Oct 2005). “Chinese Maximalism: A New Artistic Methodology,” sentap!, Issue 1, July-Oct 2005.
RESEARCH
Recipient of the London, Asia Research Award, by Paul Mellon Center and Asian Art Archive, Hong Kong 2017-2018 [USD 10,000]
Field Leader for “Ambitious Alignments:New Histories of Southeast Asian Art,” a research project led by the Power Institute, The University of Sydney, funded by Getty Foundation, US, 2014-2016.
Project Steering Committee for “The Histories of Modern and Contemporary Art in Southeast Asia,” a research project led by the Power Institute, The University of Sydney, funded by Getty Foundation, US, 1 Jan – Dec 2012.
Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) “New Knowledge of Malaysia’s Arts and Culture: Visual Arts under Tun Mahathir Mohamad’s Premiership (1981-2003)” 15/8/2017 – 14/8/2019 [RM53,000]
Research University (RU) Grant, USM “Theorizing Early Modernism And Cosmopolitanism In Early 20th Century Penang By Examining Modern Artistic Works And Printmedium Pertaining To Penang (1826-1942)” 1/3/2015 – 28/2/2018 [RM 115,764.00]
Research University (RU) Grant, USM (Co-Researcher) “Peranakan Chinese Performing And Visual Arts Of Penang: Cultural Adaptations From The Malay, Thai, Indonesian And European Communities” 31/12/2014 – 31/12/2016 Short Term Grant, USM “Evolving Local Knowledge In Malaysian Arts: A Study On The Malaysian “Art World” From Early 1990s Until Now” 15/3/2014 – 14/9/16 [RM 25,000.00]
Short Term Grant, USM “Evolving Local Knowledge in Malaysia Arts: A Study of the Malaysia Artworld (2014-2016” 15/3/2014 – 14/9/2016 [RM 25,000.00]
Short Term Grant, USM “Postmodern Art Strategies Employed By Malaysian Artists Since The 1990s,” 13/1/2012 – 12/7/14 [RM 29,800.00]
Incentive Grant, USM “Art Writings in Malaysian Art” 2011 [RM 5,000.00]
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang, USM 2017
Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang, USM 2013
Recipient
of the CAA–Getty Travel Grant Program (Alumni) to attend the CAA-Getty
International Reunion Program 2019
Recipient of the CAA–Getty Travel Grant Program (Alumni) to attend the CAA-Getty International Reunion Program 2017
Recipient of the CAA–Getty Travel Grant Program to attend the CAA-Getty International Program 2016
Course Listings:
VHA100 Introduction to Fine Arts (2 units)
VHV 111Methods and Theories of Visual Art History (3 units)
VHS202 Malaysian Modern Art (3 units)
VHS203E Modern Asian Art (3 units)
Email:sarena.abdullah@usm.my
Email:sarena.abdullah@gmail.com
Professional:https://usm.academia.edu/SarenaAbdullah
Professional:https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sarena_Abdullah

Chairperson
Dr. Siti Rohaya Yahaya
Siti Rohaya Yahaya, holds a Bachelor’s (Textile Design) and Master’s degree (Design & Technology) from the University of Technology Mara, Shah Alam, Malaysia. Before she obtained her Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Textile Design from the University of Malaya, she also received a scholarship under the Colombo Scholarship Plan by the Government of India. She holds a professional certificate in Textile Technology and Quality Control from The South India Textile Research Association, Coimbatore, India. Currently, she is holding a position as a Fine Art Lecturer at the School of The Arts, University Science Malaysia.
Besides teaching, she has also won several competitions in art and design. Her research on Oil Palm Fibre in Producing Yarns and Woven Fabric” had received an award and recognition from University Technology Mara during the Invention, Innovation and Design Competition (IIDE) 2007. In 2017, she won the national gold medal and 1st runner up at the Innovation and Invention Competition Through Exhibition (iCompEx) with research on oil palm craft products. In addition, she also involved with batik design which is 2008, she had won an international award for batik and craft competition during the Piala Seri Endon International Batik Competition.
She is actively involved in various research papers at the seminar and academic conference on natural fibers, textile materials, batik design, textile surface embellishment, textile weaving, and craft weaving. For her, the interrelation of art and science is believed could give a new perception and direction in the art and design field.
JOURNAL
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Sabzali Musa Kahn & Norwani Nawawi. (2017). The Innovation of
Empty Fruit Bunches As A Potential Material In Weaving. Jurnal Pengajian Melayu,
Jilid 28, Pp 252-261
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Sabzali Musa Kahn, Maithreyi Subramanian, Rusmawati Ghazali &
Zamrudin Abdullah. (2019). The Usability of Empty Fruit Bunches For Textile Craft
Product. Jurnal Melayu Sedunia. Vol.2.
• Zamrudin Abdullah, Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Sabzali Musa Kahn & Mohammad Radzi
Manap. (2019). Ciri-ciri Keindahan Dalam Penghasilan Rekaan Batik Kontemporari
Berinspirasikan Motif Abstrak.Jurnal Pengajian Melayu, Jilid 30. Pp. 236-269
• Zamrudin Abdullah, Sabzali Musa Kahn, Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Azahar Harun &
Rusmawati Ghazali. (2018). The Potential of Floral Pattern Art in Malay Textile
Embroidery: A Formalistic Analysis. Jurnal Pengajian Melayu, Jilid 29. Pp. 286 -305
PROCEEDING
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Sabzali Musa Kahn, Maithreyi Subramanian, Rusmawati Ghazali
and Zamrudin Abdullah.(2019). An Investigation Into User Acceptance Towards
Producing Craft Products From Empty Fruit Bunches. Proceeding Paper For
International Conference on Civilisational Dialogue 2019 (IConCIDI 2019), Universiti
Malaya. p.25
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Sabzali Musa Kahn, Maithreyi Subramanian, Rusmawati Ghazali
and Zamrudin Abdullah (2018).User Acceptance: The Usability Of Empty Fruit
Bunches For Textile Craft Product. Proceeding 3rd International Conference on
Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA 2018). Universiti Sebelas Maret.
• Rusmawati Ghazali, Sabzali Musa Kahn, Siti Rohaya Yahaya & Maithreyi Subramaniam
(2019). Sisik Ikan Sebagai Bahan Penghiasan Alternatif Dalam Penghasilan Kerja
Tangan Yang Pintar. Proceeding Paper For International Conference on Civilisational
Dialogue 2019 (IConCIDI 2019), Universiti Malaya. p.28
• Sabzali Musa Kahn, Zahir Ahmad, Rusmawati Ghazali & Siti Rohaya Yahaya (2015).
Kurikulum Pengajian Kesenian dan Budaya Sebagai Satu Cabaran Pembinaan Bangsa
Melayu. Proceeding Seminar Antarabangsa Festival Akademi Pengajian Melayu
(2015), Universiti Malaya.
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Wan Yunus Wan Ahmad, Norwani Md Nawawi. (2012). An
Experimental Research on Oil Palm Fibre in Producing Yarn and Woven Fabrics.
Proceeding Paper For International Kansei Engineering and Emotion Research (KEER) National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan. p.24
MODULE
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Khairul Albar, Azlina Khalid, Jasni Dolah & Shamsu Mohamad.
(2013). Penulisan Modul Pengajaran Ekspresi dan Kreativiti Seni, Program
Pensiswazahan Guru (PPG), Universiti Sains Malaysia & Universiti Pendidikan Sultan
Idris
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Khairul Albar & Mat Desa Mat Rodzi, (2013), Penulisan Modul
Pengajaran Pendidikan Seni Tahap II, Program Pensiswazahan Guru (PPG), Universiti
Sains Malaysia & Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris.
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya, Khairul Albar & Mat Desa Mat Rodzi, (2013), Penulisan Modul
Pengajaran Pendidikan Seni Tahap I, Program Pensiswazahan Guru (PPG) , Universiti
Sains Malaysia & Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris.
CHAPTER IN BOOK
• Siti Rohaya Yahaya (2011) Chapter in Book “Compilation of Visual Art Exhibition for
STPM (2011)”, ‘Pameran Karya Seni Visual STPM 2011’, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
• Zamrudin Abdullah, Siti Rohaya Yahaya & Rahman Rosman.(2007). Penggunaan Motif
Flora Kain Batik Sarong Melayu Tradisi Dalam Batik Moden Malaysia, Institute of
Research, Development and Commercialization, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM).
AWARD
• BEST PRESENTER in 3rd International Conference on Creative Media, Design &
Technology 2018, (REKA) Indonesia, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia
• 2nd WINNER for National Innovation And Invention Competition Through Exhibition
(iCOMPEX) 2017. Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah, JIitra, Kedah
• GOLD A W ARD for National Innovation And Invention Competition Through Exhibition
(iCOMPEX), 2017. Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah, JIitra, Kedah
• ANUGERAH PEKERJA CEMERLANG 2009, Fakulti Seni Gunaan dan Teknologi Kreatif,
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Kota Samarahan, Sarawak
• 3rd WINNER in Piala Seri Endon Batik Competition 2008,Yayasan Budi Penyayang,
Malaysia
• SPECIAL AWARD from the Faculty of Information Technology & Quantitative Sciences,
in the Invention, Innovation and Design Exhibition (IID) 2008, Universiti Teknologi
Mara (UiTM), Shah Alam, Malaysia
• BRONZE AWARD, Empty Fruit Bunches Conversion into Yarns and Woven Crafted
Fabrics, The Invention, Innovation and Design Exhibition (IID) 2008, Universiti
Teknologi Mara (UiTM). Shah Alam, Malaysia
CONSULTATION
• MIM BATIK, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Shah Alam Batik Design (2008)
• MASNITA BATIK DESIGN, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Batik Design (2008)
• SONGKET MOTIF, UNIVERSITY DARUL IMAN Songket design (2007)
• POS MALAYSIA BERHAD Fashion and batik design (2007)
• BANK SIMPANAN NASIONAL (BSN) Fashion and batik design (2007)
• INSTITUT KEFAHAMAN ISLAM MALAYSIA (IKIM) Batik design (2004)
ARTIST STATEMENT
“Sehari selembar benang, lama-lama menjadi kain”, it starts with a single yarn, then turns into a
beautiful fabric with intricate designs, wonderful patterns, and perfect colors. This positive connotation reflects how important knowledge and experience, in complementing our landscape of lives.
Or
Let’s take pride in our Malaysian heritage and make the idea of a Malaysian Textile, such as batik and songket industry with an international presence a reality.
Email:ysrohaya@usm.my

Lecturer
Dr. Tetriana Ahmed Fauzi
Qualifications
BFA (Hons)from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) (2002).
MA in Drawing at Camberwell College of Art, UAL (2008)
Professional Doctorate in Fine Art from University of East London (2012)
Personal Statement
My creative practices are informed by my surroundings. I am interested with matters concerning women especially the roles they assume in life. These roles are interconnected with personal spaces which sometimes coincide. Objects and activities related to these spaces become subjects in my art practice. I am also intrigued with materiality of acrylic pigment and floral forms which both bear their own visual seduction. I often marry these beguiling characteristics strategically and randomly.
Publications:
Art Catalouge
Ahmed Fauzi, T. (2016). ‘’The Melancholic Moment of Falling’’. Higher Order Love: Chapter 1 The Fall. Richard Koh Fine Art, Kuala Lumpur.
Conference proceedings
Ahmed Fauzi, T. (2013)‘‘At the Nexus of Nature and Culture: Botany as Metaphor’’. The Asian Conference on Arts and Humanities 2013.
Research:
Principal Investigator
Innovation of SEM as Contemporary Art Tool and the Aesthetic of Its Scanned Images, USM Short Term Grant 2016-2019
Exhibitions:
2019
11th Thailand-Malaysia International Women Artists Art Exhibition 2019 Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
2018
KL Biennale Gema Belas, Balai Seni Visual Negara Kuala Lumpur.
Transit 3X3, HOM Art Trans Kuala Lumpur.
2017
Di Mana (Young), Balai Seni Visual Negara Kuala Lumpur.
Bakat Muda Sezaman 2016, Balai Seni Visual Negara Kuala Lumpur.
KL Biennale Gema Belas, Balai Seni Visual Negara Kuala Lumpur.
We Are Here, Richard Koh Fine Art Kuala Lumpur.
2016
Art Aid 16, White Box Publika, Kuala Lumpur.
Northern Abstraction, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Penang.
World Art and Design Exhibition, Guri Korea.
Pulau Ketam International Art Festival Exhibition, Pulau Ketam.
2015
‘Doodle for Change : My Strenght My Story’, The Star Gallery, Pitt Street Penang
2014
MEA Arts Award, White Box Gallery Kuala Lumpur
‘Kali Ini Kita Bersama’, Galeri Morne Kuala Lumpur
Art and Sustainable Development, Andaman Art Gallery, Krabi Thailand
Art and Sustainable Development, MGTF Penang Malaysia
2013
‘Korean Design Trend Exhibition’, Muzium Dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
‘General Hanging’, Project Room Kuala Lumpur
Consultation
Mentor for winner of Spotlight Art Competition 2018
Course Listing
Basic Painting -VHC101
Configuration of Form in Painting- VHC201
Digital Painting -VHC301
Media Integration and Process- VHC401
Experimental Drawing – VHL202
Visual Art Final Project -VHR405
Email:tetriana@usm.my
Email:tetriana_af@yahoo.com

Lecturer
Assc. Prof. Dr. Safrizal bin Shahir
Qualifications
Ph.D, Visual Art, Australian National University, Australia, 2017; M.A., Art History, University of Adelaide, Australia, 2007; B.A.A. (Fine Art), Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia, 2001; Cert. in Creative Art (Fine Art), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia, 1997, Diploma in Graphic Design, C.I., Malaysia, 1995.
Personal Statement
“My research and studio practice now take a view on the idea of landscape. Often referencing Euclidian idea and concept of space as its base, my studio practice explores the varying relationship between real space, landscape and illusion. Having engaged subjects such as screen culture, Malay word carving and Asian visual culture, my work try to play and at the same time evoke the idea of reality and illusion in landscape”
Publications:
Book: Safrizal Shahir (Editor), Sebagai Satu Sistem…: Esei-Esei Terpilih Ismail Zain, (Kuala Lumpur: Balai Seni Negara, 2018). Art Catalouge: Safrizal Shahir, “Aplikasi Teknik, Projeksi Tanda dan Mengutus Mesej”, Terap: Contemporary Malaysian Printmaking, Segaris Art Center, 2016. Article in Journal: Safrizal Shahir, “Pameran Sekinchan: Land of Fertility oleh Chen Wei Meng: Alam Sebagai Refleksi Kewujudan Manusia”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 16, 2017. Group Exhibition: 2018, International Visual Culture Exhibition # 2 “Transcoding”, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Solo, Indonesia. 2017, OASIS 2017, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM, Pulau Pinang. 2017, Art Exhibition, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Solo, Indonesia. 2017,Ex Libris, Meander Gallery, Apatin, Serbia; 2016. Solo Exhibition: 2015, 1/2015, Exhibition Three, School of Art & Design Gallery, ANU, Australia; 2014, Safrizal Shahir: Works on paper 2014, Foyer Gallery, School of Art & Design, ANU, Australia; 2013, Grants and Awards: 2019, Cendana – Development Funding Programme, Malaysian Government; 2019, Geran Bridging – Intensif, Universiti Sains Malaysia; 2015, Anugerah Buku Negara (Buku Seni Terbaik).
Publications:
Book
Safrizal Shahir (Editor), Sebagai satu sistem…: esei-esei terpilih Ismail Zain, (Kuala Lumpur: Balai Seni Negara, 2018).
Safrizal Shahir, Hazardous Beauty, (Pulau Pinang: Studio Mudik ke Hilir, 2017).
Safrizal Shahir, Ijtihad: Kumpulan esei-esei Seni, Pulau Pinang: Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2012)
Safrizal Shahir, Izmer Ahmad and Shahrul Anuar Shaari (Editor),1st Malaysian International Drawing Marathon, Pulau Pinang: School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2011).
Safrizal Shahir, Ismail Hashim Retrospective, Pulau Pinang: Museum and Art Gallery, Pulau Pinang, 2010).
Safrizal Shahir, Mohammad Khizal Mohamed Saat (Editor), Seni Cetak di Malaysia: Realiti dan Impresi, (Pulau Pinang: School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2009).
Book Chapter / Book Entries / Proceeding
Safrizal Shahir, “Aplikasi teknik, projeksi tanda dan mengutus mesej”, Terap: Contemporary Malaysian Printmaking, Segaris Art Center, 2016.
Safrizal Shahir, “Pictorialism and photographic practice of Ismail Hashim”, Ismail Hashim: Essays, Interviews and Archives, Fergana Art, 2015.
Safrizal Shahir, “ Art Criticism in Contemporary Malaysian Art”, SentAp!: A Decade, ITBM and Teratak Nuromar, 2015.
Safrizal Shahir, “ A Brief Appreciation on Ismail Hashim’s work titled “We Shall Overcome”, Unpack Repack: A Tribute to Ismail Hashim (1940 – 2013), Fergana Art, 2014.
Safrizal Shahir, “Dynamism and Sophistication: Malaysian Modern Art in the 1970s”, Narratives in Malaysian Art, Vol. 2: Reaction – New Critical Strategies, Rogue Art, 2013.
Safrizal Shahir, “Journey in findings the real self: From human to painting of self: Amron Omar biography”, PERTARUNGAN: Amron Omar, National Visual Arts Gallery, Malaysia, 2012.
Safrizal Shahir, “Abstract Themes and Approaches in Modern Malaysian Art”, Narratives in Malaysian Art, Vol. 1: Imagining Identities, Rogue Art, 2012.
Safrizal Shahir, “Islam and Modern Art in Malaysia”, Narratives in Malaysian Art, Vol. 1: Imagining Identities, Rogue Art, 2012.
Safrizal Shahir, “Safrizal Shahir – Interview”, Raja’ah: Art, idea and creativity of Sulaiman Esa from 1950s to 2011, National Visual Arts Gallery, Malaysia, 2011.
Safrizal Shahir, “Drawing: Some notes on idea, perception and Process”, 1st Malaysian International Drawing Marathon, School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2011.
Safrizal Shahir, “The Aliya and Farouk Khan Collection”, Aliya and Farouk Khan Collection, Bandar Raya Berhad, Kuala Lumpur, 2010.
Safrizal Shahir, “Fenomena seni cetak Malaysia berasaskan citra dan idea dari latar budaya visual islam dan tradisi tempatan: pemerhatian terhadap pendekatan cetakan dan isu yang melingkarinya”, Seni Cetak di Malaysia: Realiti dan Impresi, School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2009.
Safrizal Shahir, Fauzan Omar, “Mobilizing Imagery: Reasserting and repackaging contemporary local culture and attitudes: The idea of Ahmad Shukri Mohamed’s art from the 1990’s to the present”, MATAHATI, Galeri PETRONAS, Kuala Lumpur, 2008.
Safrizal Shahir, “Tinjauan terhadap pengaruh dan kesan kewujudan tiga sistem pendidikan seni terhadap perkembangan penciptaan seni moden di Malaysia”, Sidang SENI 2008, Balai Seni Lukis Negara, Kuala Lumpur, 2008.
Articles in Journal / Visual Art Industry Publication
Safrizal Shahir, “Pameran Sekinchan: Land of Fertility oleh Chen Wei Meng: Alam sebagai refleksi kewujudan manusia”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 16, 2017.
Safrizal Shahir, “View from the 6ix: sebuah ulasan”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 15, 2016.
Safrizal Shahir, “Era seni 1970-an sebagai pemula kepada sikap dan bentukan seni sezaman Malaysia”, SentAp – Contemporary Visual Art Magazine, Teratak Nuromar, Ipoh, Perak, Issue 7, no. 2/08, 2010.
Safrizal Shahir, “GO BLOCK: 5 Contemporary Malaysian Printmakers”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 8, 2009.
Safrizal Shahir, “Belasungkawa Ibrahim Hussein”, Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur, Julai 2009.
Safrizal Shahir, “MATAHATI-For Your Pleasure: Signifikasi Catan di Malaysia?”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 7, 2008.
Safrizal Shahir, “Merdeka 50: A Celebration of Malaysian Art”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 6, 2007.
Safrizal Shahir, “Wet Paint: Jai dan citra-citra Brikolaj” , Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 4, 2005.
Safrizal Shahir, “Pelukis Perintis”, Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur, April, 2005.
Safrizal Shahir, “Seni Cetak Tergugat”, Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur, September, 2005.
Safrizal Shahir, “Anak Alam dalam Seni Rupa”, Dewan Budaya, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Kuala Lumpur, Oktober, 2005.
Safrizal Shahir, “Kritikan Seni dalam pemahaman seni sezaman Malaysia”, SentAp – Contemporary Visual Art Magazine, Teratak Nuromar, Ipoh, Perak, Issue 2, 2005.
Safrizal Shahir, “Self: Infinity I, II, III, IV”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 3, 2004.
Safrizal Shahir, “Modenisme, Seni Moden dan Seniman Moden: Satu Pemahaman Antara Ideologi Asalnya dengan Pengalaman Malaysia”, Wacana Seni Journal of The Arts Discourse, USM Press, Vol. 3, 2004.
Exhibition
Group
2018, International Visual Culture Exhibition # 2 “Transcoding”, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Solo, Indonesia; 2017, OASIS 2017, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM, Pulau Pinang; 2017, Art Exhibition, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Solo, Indonesia; 2017,Ex Libris, Meander Gallery, Apatin, Serbia; 2016, Northern Abstraction, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM, Pulau Pinang; 2015, Making Connections: Southeast Asian Art @ ANU, School of Art & Design Gallery, ANU, Australia; 2008, Working Title, Galeri Petronas, KLCC, Kuala Lumpur.
Solo
2015, 1/2015, Exhibition Three, School of Art & Design Gallery, ANU, Australia; 2014, Safrizal Shahir: Works on paper 2014, Foyer Gallery, School of Art & Design, ANU, Australia; 2013, Safrizal Shahir, Foyer Gallery, School of Art & Design, ANU, Australia; 2000, Telah Ku Cipta Sebuah Lukisan, FSGK Hall, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak.
Curatorial
Co-Curator, OASIS 2017, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2017; Curator, Ketumbukan: Seni Cetak Alternatif, Muzium dan Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2010; Curator (Co.), Contemporary Art from USM, Craft Museum and Art Gallery, Hatyai, Thailand, 2010, Guest Curator, Ismail Hashim Retrospective, Penang State Art Gallery, 2010; Guest Curator, Post Gothic Dream: Art Exhibition by Khairul Azmir Shoib, RA Fine Arts, Kuala Lumpur, 2009; Guest Curator, Fauzan Omar: An Overview, 12 Art Space, Kuala Lumpur, 2008; Curator, Ahmad Fuad Osman Paintings 1993-2003, Galeri Adiwarna, Pusat Pengajian Seni, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2005; Curator, Going Bananas / Rezeki Batang Pisang, Galeri Adiwarna, Pusat Pengajian Seni, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 2005.
Grants and Awards
2019, Cendana – Development Funding Programme, Malaysian Government; 2019, Geran Bridging – Intensif, Universiti Sains Malaysia; 2015, Anugerah Buku Negara (Buku Seni Terbaik); 2014, Research Grant (Travel), Australian National University; 2013, Research Grant, Australian National University, 2010, Excellent Service Award, Universiti Sains Malaysia; 2009, Incentive Research Grant, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Course Listings:
VHT 333e Aspects of Western Modern Arts (3 units)
VHK 301 Visual Art Management and Entrepreneurship (3 units)
VHM 401e Seminar in Fine Art Studio (3 units)
VHL 112 Drawing: Space and Analytical (3 units)
VHK224 Aspects of Traditional Southeast Asian
Art (3 units)
Email:safrizal@usm.my
Ext:3065

Lecturer
Dr. Muhammad Khizal Saat
Qualifications
BA in Fine Arts at the Universiti Teknologi Mara (Uitm) in 1999, majoring in Printmaking, 2003 MFAD-University Tasmania, Australia, 2016
Phd in Fine Art Studio from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI).
Personal Statement
My current research interests are based on investigating the concepts of materialism and its relationship towards consumerism practice among urban societies. Besides that, I also put my interest on the visual and textual basis from various mediums or sources that are produced through alternative printmaking or print-media methods.
Publications
Mohd.Khizal Saat. (2014). Reinterpreting Urban Luxury Culture Through Consumerism, World Applied Science Journal 30 (Innovation Challenges in Multidiciplinary Research & Practice): 70-80,
Mohammad Khizal Saat. (2014). Budaya bandar dan konsumerisme melalui pendekatan karya seni. REKA (2014), 1st International conference in creative media, design, & technology. Univerisiti Sains Malaysia.
Mohammad Khizal Saat,(2014). Menginterpretasi Semula Budaya Kasual Menerusi Pusat Membeli Belah, Jurnal Kupas Seni dan Pendidikan Seni Vol.2, 2014.Univerisiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris,
Mohammad Khizal Bin Mohamed Saat, (2014), Interpretasi Nilai Komersial Dalam Warisan Sejarah. in (Interpretasi Nilai Komersial Dalam Warisan Sejarah.),Penerbit UPSI (Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris) , 33-38,
Mohammad Khizal Bin Mohamed Saat, (2018), Optimize The Placement Of Print Advertisement And Signage By Anamorphic Illusion, Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, volume 207, 207:, 257-264,
Mohammad Khizal Saat, (2017), Materialism and Consumerism Through Urban Social Lifestyle In The Context of Shopping Malls: Malaysian Perspective, CPCI (Thomson Reuters.
Books
Mohammad Khizal Mohamed Saat: Asas Percetakan Sutera Saring, (2011). Universiti Sains Malaysia., Safrizal Shahir dan Mohammad Khizal Mohd Saat, Seni Cetak di Malaysia, Realiti dan Impresi, (2009). Pusat Pengajian Seni, USM.,
Mohammad Khizal Saat, (2014). Interpretasi Nilai Komersial Dalam Warisan Sejarah.Sedon, M.F., Sabran, A.B., Said, T.S., & Jalil, A.A.. Stadthuys Warisan Sejarah. Penerbit Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris. Awards
Research
Seni Cetakan Alternatif: Kajian Awal Perkembangan Seni Cetakan Alternatif Di Malaysia dari Tahun 1970 sehingga 2017. (15.12/2018-14/12/2019)-RM5000.00
Cetakan Alternatif: Kesan Cetakan Kayu, Stensil, Embos, Kolaj dan Monoprint ke atas Kertas dengan Pengolahan Imej Traditional Tempatan , RM5,000.00, 24/11/2009-23/11/2010
Johan Othman(PI) A Comparative and Case Study of The Cultural Convention Articulated in The Performative Operation of A Local Private Art Gallery Located in The City Perphery Area– Co Reseacher.- USM (2016)- Finish
Mohd.Fauzi Sedon @M.Dom- Forest Rethinking Nature Through Experiential Approaches –UPSI- Co-Reseacher (2016).Finish
Tan Sooi Beng,(PI) A.s. Hardy Bin Shafii, Goh Chu Hiang, Mohammad Khizal Bin Mohamed Saat, Mohd Kipli Bin Abdul Rahman, Sumetha Nagalingam, Documenting And Packaging The Multicultural Traditions Of Penang: Piloting Creative Ways To Promote Cultural Tourism That is Sustainable , RM218,172.00, 09/11/2007-31/03/2011
Mohamad Omar Bin Bidin,(PI) A. Rahman Bin Mohamed, Abdul Razak Bin Abdul Aziz, Ahmad Zuhairi Bin Abdul Majid, Alias Bin Ibrahim, Goh Chu Hiang, Jasni Bin Dolah, Mat Desa Bin Mat Rodzi, Mohamed Najib Bin Ahmad Dawa, Mohammad Khizal Bin Mohamed Saat, Mohd Yusof Bin Bakar, Shahrul Anuar Bin Shaari, Shamsu Bin Mohamad, Shanthi A/p Balraj Baboo, Tengku Azhari Bin Tengku Azizan, Yumi Yoshioka, Melestarikan 13 Bangunan Warisan Malaysia Melalui Pembangunan Pakej Sumber Warisan Maya , RM698,798.00, 31/10/2007-30/09/2011.
Exhibition:
2019 – “India, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Vietnam & malaysia Fusion 5” Art Exhibition, (Sasaran International Art Exhibition, Heart Rohingya Art Exhibition, Dewan Sri Penang, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia,
2018 -Transcoding International Visual Cultural Exhibition, Yogyakarta, Indonesia,
2017 – International Multi Frame Art Exhibition Yogyakarta, Indonesia,
2016 –Malaysian, Japan, & Philippines Fusion 3 International Exhibition, Galeri Seni Mutiara Penang,
2015– Group Exhibition 10th Anniversary Exhibition 2005, Galeri Seni Mutiara, Penang
2015-Solo Art Exhibition, Reinterpreting Urban Culture Through Counsumerisme” UPSI Perak, Malaysia,
2014- Sustainability Art Exhibition Universiti Sains Malaysia/Silphakon Univerisiti, Muzium Tengku Fauziah, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Stadthuys,Warisan Sejarah Group Exhibition, Melaka, New Making, Tasmania-Upsi, Tasmania Universiti, Australia,
2011-Solo Exhibition Raining/Hujan, Seni Mutiara Art Gallery, Penang,
2010– Solo Exhibition The New Ways Of Prints, Peter Liew Art Gallery, Penang, Contemporary Art Exhibition-Univ.Of Singkla, Gallery Hatyai, Thailand- 2nd International Print Exhibition, Penang State Museum And Gallery, Penang.Ketumbukan:Anternative Print Show,Museum Tuanku Fauziah,USM Penang,
Teaching Experience:
2000- 2002 – Assistant Lecturer (Drawing & Printmaking) School of The Arts Univ.Sains Malaysia,
2004- 2010 – Teaching in Printmaking & 2D class- School Of The Arts, Univ.Sains Malaysia, 2011-2015 Teaching in Printmaking & Mixed Mode Programme,
2016-2018 – Chairperson in Fine Art Department/Teaching in Printmaking & Coordinator for Mixed Mode Programme,
2019-2021 – Deputy Dean (Academic, Career & International)/ Teaching in Printmaking & Coordinator for Mixed Mode Programme.
Course Listing
Relief Print and Intaglio -VHP201
Introduction To Prints -HP101
Serigraph and Lithography -VHP301
Alternative Print- VHP401
Etnic Relations -SHE101
Email:mkhizal@usm.my

Lecturer
Mr. Norshahidan Mohamad
Qualifications
BA (Hons) Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 2006;
Master, Visual Art & Design, School of The Arts (USM), 2011
Personal Statement
I worked in the arts industry for almost 3 years before deciding to embark on a new journey as an academician in Universiti Sains Malaysia. At School of The Arts I am currently teaching studio-based courses on Sculpture and Foundation Studio Studies. My research is conducted through fine art practice that use Drawing, mixed media art and sculpture in expanded forms.
Bio
Exhibitions: IMCAS Art Show, Johor ; Young and New II, KL; FormaSIX, KL; The Young Contemporaries, KL; Urban Art, KL; On Paper, Shah Alam
Publications: ITB Journal of Visual Art & Design
Art Activities: Butterworth Fringe Festival, Penang; Mural Project, MPT Taiping; Mural Project, MDK Krian
Awards: Grand Prize, The Nokia Creative Art Award; Major Award, Penang Open Art Exhibition 2017; Prize Winner, Pact Max Art Award; Second Prize Winner, Art & Earth Award 2006; Consolation Prize, Penang Open 2006, 2008 & 2013
Email:shahidanmohamad@usm.my
Ext:4681

Lecturer
Dr. Shahrul Anuar Shaari
Qualifications
PhD Akademik Pengajian Melayu (Kesenian Melayu) Universiti Malaya (UM)
M.ED (Pendidikan Seni Visual), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
BA. Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
Personal Statement
Interested in the visual study of the Malay world, especially in manuscripts, apart from studies related to the epistemology of knowledge found in visual arts such as semiotics, index, symbols, icons and metaphors in art context.
Publication:
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Ab. Razak Ab. Karim, Mohammad Nazzri Ahmad & Nor Azlin Hamidon.(2019).Dimensi Ilustrasi Visual dalam Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu Alam Melayu(Dimensions of Visual Illustration in Pelaga Lembu Manuscript) International Journal of the Malay World and Civilisation 7(2), (81 – 95) (https://doi.org/10.17576/jatma-2019-0702-08)
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Ab. Razak Ab. Karim, Mohammad Nazzri Ahmad & Nor Azlin Hamidon.(2019). Ilustrasi Jin Dalam Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu Alam Melayu (Illustration Of Jinn In The Malay Pelaga Lembu Manuscript ). Jurnal Antarabangsa Dunia Melayu, 12(2), 206-237. Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. issn 1675-6460 e-ISSN 2682-8049
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Nor Azlin Hamidon &.Ab. Razak Ab. Karim (2018).Analisis Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu: Satu Kajian Semiotik Tanpa Had. Satu Penelitian Awal. Seminar Antarabangsa Sejarah Budaya Kelantan-Patani (SEKATA).6-7 Oktober 2018. Kompleks Islam Jubli Perak Sultan Ismail Petra, Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Prosiding Seminar. Fakulti Pengajian Islam. UKM. ISBN. 9789670913988.
- Mohammad Khizal Mohamed Saat, Shahrul Anuar Shaaari & Tetriana Ahmad Fauzi (2018) Materialism and Consumerism Through Urban Social Lifestyle In The Context of Shopping Malls: Malaysian Perspective. Conference: 4th Bandung Creative Movement International Conference on Creative Industries 2017 (4th BCM 2017). DOI: 10.2991/bcm-17.2018.59.
- Firdaus Omran, Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Khizal Saat. (2013). Seni Islam: Satu Analisa Awal Karya Seni Visual Bakat Muda Sezaman ( ) dari Konteks Dasar Kebudayaan Kebangsaan. Conference proceedings 6 th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016, Penang: Universiti Sains Malaysia.
- Firdaus Omran, Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Khizal Saat. (2016). Tema Budaya Melayu: Analisis Tiga Karya Terpilih Bakat Muda Sezaman ( ) dari Konteks Dasar Kebudayaan Kebangsaan. Social Science Postgraduate International Seminar 2016, Penang: Universiti Sains Malaysia.
- Firdaus Omran, Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Khizal Saat. (2016). Tema Budaya Melayu: Satu Analisa Karya Seni Visual Bakat Muda Sezaman ( ) dari Konteks Dasar Kebudayaan Kebangsaan, Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka.
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, (2011), Satu Catatan “putih” dari yang “gelap”, 1st Malaysian International Drawing Marathon 2009. At School of Art, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang
Chapters in the book
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Ab. Razak Ab. Karim & Nor Azlin Hamidon.(2020) Kesenian Visual Dua Dimensi Alam Melayu: Satu Penelitian Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu. Dalam Mohd Syahmir Alias & Aiza Maslan, (Penyt.). Wacana Epistemologi Dan Estetika Di Malaysia. Tanjung Malim: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris. ISBN 9789672159964
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari (2015), Budaya Simbolik Ketuhanan Dalam Intipati Seni Reka Melayu. Dalam Mohammad Khizal Mohamed Saat, Izmer Ahmad Fauzan Omar(Transmit:Siri Esei & Kajian Praktis Studio Seni, PpSeni, 2015, 134
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, (2011) Gagasan Idea Melalui Buku Lakaran. Dalam Pameran Seni Visual STPM 2011. Universiti Sains Malaysia dan Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia.
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, (2005) Talib Samad, Novel Tengku Menteri Dan Syair Warisan Ngah Ibrahim: Satu Kajian Perbandingan Tematik, Kesan Penghayatan Novel Sejarah Tengku Menteri :Pengelengara ;Talib Samad, Pekan Ilmu Publications,pp 486
Novel/Literature Anthology/Anthology of Poems:
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari (2000) Langkah Ke Daerah Lain, Cerpen. Sastera & Budaya. Berita Harian.
Shahrul Anuar Shaari (2020) Kanvas Berwarna Palsu, Cerpen. Sastera & Budaya. Berita Harian.
Seminars and presentations:
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Nor Azlin Hamidon &.Ab. Razak Ab. Karim (2018).Analisis Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu: Satu Kajian Semiotik Tanpa Had. Satu Penelitian Awal. Seminar Antarabangsa Sejarah Budaya Kelantan-Patani (SEKATA).6-7 Oktober 2018. Kompleks Islam Jubli Perak Sultan Ismail Petra, Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Prosiding Seminar. Fakulti Pengajian Islam. UKM. ISBN. 9789670913988.
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari , Nor Azlin Hamidon, & Ab. Razak Ab.Karim (2018) Kesenian Visual 2 Dimensi Alam Melayu:Satu Penelitian Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu. Seminar Falsafah dan Tamadun 2018 (SEFATA 2018)(12 November). Universiti Sains Malaysia. e-prosiding. http://www.sefata.usm.my/index.php/ms/
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Ab. Razak Ab. Karim, Nor Azlin Hamidon & Mohammad Nazzri Ahmad (2019) Intipati Ilustrasi Visual Jin Dalam Manuskrip Pelaga Lembu Alam Melayu: Antara Nilai Fungsional Dan Estetika. Persidangan Antarabangsa Manuskrip Melayu 2019.(15-17 Oktober). e-prosiding. Kuala Lumpur: Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia.
- Shahrul Anuar Shaari, Persepsi Artistik Tapak Warisan Dunia, Pulau Pinang dalam Lukisan, Pusat Pengajian Seni,USM, 21/1/2011- 21/1/2011, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
- Lakaran :Satu Medium Terjemahan Imej Mental, Pusat Pengajian Seni ,USM, 7/10/2011- 7/10/2011
Awards:
1. Philip Morris Malaysian-Asean 2001, Philip Morris, 2001, International
2. Jury award, Passions Art International Gallery Compition 2007, Country Heights Berhad, 2007, International.
3. Jury award, Starhill Gallery Art Festival 2008, Painting, Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, 2008, National
4. Hadiah Kepujian, Pertandingan Bakat Muda Sezaman, Pulau Pinang, 2016
Course Listing
- VHL 202 LUKISAN EXPERIMENTAL
- VHL 100 LUKISAN ASAS
- VHC101 CATAN ASAS
- VHR 405 PROJEK AKHIR SENI VISUAL
- VHI 301 LATIHAN INDUSTRI
- VHF224 PENGHAYATAN ETIKA DAN PERADABAN
- HFF225 – FALSAFAH DAN ISU SEMASA
Email:shahrul_anuar@usm.my
Ext:4659

Chairperson
Dr. Julina Ismail@Kamal
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Design (Graphic) UiTM
- Bachelor of Art and Design with Honours (Graphic) UiTM
- MA in Art and Design (Visual Communication and New Media) UiTM
- PHD in Literature (Creative Writing) USM
Biodata
Julina Ismail is a senior lecturer in the New Media Design and Technology department, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. She teaches Graphic design, Media Arts, Design And Technology, 3D Modelling & Animation, 2D animation, Storyboard Design, Illustration, Corporate and Advertising Design, Packaging Design and Comic Design. Currently she is focusing her research in creative writing with a concentration in spiritual hermeneutic Malay Comic Design.
Personal Statement
The world of New Media is an endless possibility. It is a convergence of art, skills, channels of communication and technology imparting information in a most creative and interesting way. From storyboards to animation to motion graphics to sound technology; it is a constant flow of dynamism that keeps me spellbound.
Publications:
Journal:
- Julina Ismail@Kamal, Kam Chin Haw, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2017). Sustaining Malay Comic Design: Transformation from Paper to Digital. 4th Bandung Creative Movement International Conference 2017, Role of Art, Design, and Technology in the Society. ISBN 978-94-6252-478-1, ISSN 2352-5428
- Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, Mohamad Iskandar Zulkarnain Bin Sahrir & Julina Ismail@Kamal (2017). Ilmu Falak: The Use of Kinect Motion Sensor as a Tool in Preserving Local Wisdom – PSU-USM International Conference on Arts And Sciences 8th – 9th August 2017, Duangjit Resort and Spa, Patong, Phuket, Thailand.
- Julina Ismail@Kamal, Md.Salleh Yaapar Rahimah A. Hamid, Komik Melayu di Malaysia: Satu Kajian Hermeneutik, Menelusuri Akal Budi Melayu Dalam Karya Klasik Dan Moden, Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia 2016 ISBN: 978-967-461-221-4
Research
- Malaysian Traditional Games: A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Learning Games Through 3D Animation, USM (INSENTIF), RM5,000.00, 12/12/2007-11/12/2008
- Sustaining The Malaysian Performing Arts of Bangsawan and Mak Yong: Developing A Virtual Heritage Resource Package., USM (RU), RM300,000.00, Tye Kong-Chiang, 31/10/2007-31/7/2011
- Young People and New Media _ Social Uses, Social Shaping and Social Consequences, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (SKMM),99792, 1/1/2009 – 31/12/2010
- 2011, Julina Ismail@Kamal &; Mohd Kipli Abdul Rahman, ‘Dari Pentas ke Digital: Melestarikan Tarian Zapin Melalui Animasi 3D’
- MALAY PERFORMING ART: Sustaining the Malaysian Performing Arts of Bangsawan and Mak Yong: Developing a Virtual Heritage Resource Package., “Makyung: Perspectives on Malaysian’s Traditional Theatre.”, 2012
- A Sequential of storytelling through educational games in preschool education: A study to evaluate the effectiveness of a digital teaching courseware.
Course Listing:
- VMT108 Lukisan Animasi
- VMT109 TeknikAnimasi
- SHE101 Hubungan Etnik
- VMT205 Permodelan Grafik 3D
- VMT302 Animasi 3D
- VMT411 ProjekRekaBentuk 1 Media Baru
- VMT412 ProjekRekaBentuk 2 Media Baru
Email:julina@usm.my
Ext:3064

Deputy Dean (Research, Innovation & Community)
Dr. Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir
Qualifications
BFA (Hons), (Computer Graphic Design), Wanganui College of Art and Design, New Zealand, 1998.
MFA, Computer Arts, Savannah College of Art and Design, USA, 2004.
PhD (New Media Technology), Universiti Sains Malaysia, (USM), 2019.
Personal Statement
Artists and designers are unique creatures. We just love to explore, cross all boundaries, agree to disagree and push the limits. I am no different! Over the recent years, I have had opportunities to work with scientists, linguists, physicists and biologists. This has helped me to further open my horizons to use my skills and expertise in the arts to produce works that take in the consideration of the communities surrounding me.
Education
- 2004 – MFA in Computer Arts, Savannah College of Arts and Design, USA
- 1998 – BFA in Computer Graphic Design, Wanganui Regional Community Polytechnic, New Zealand
Working Experience
- 2004 – (current) Lecturer – Universiti Sains Malaysia
- 2002 – Teaching Assistant – Savannah College of Art and Design USA
- 2003 – Designer – Southern Alliance of Clean Energy Georgia USA
- 1998 – Creative Designer – Infografik Design Consultant Malaysia
- 1997 – Supervisor – YWCA Wanganui, New Zealand
- 1997 – Designer – Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuit Centre New Zealand
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- 2017-2018, New Media Design &Technology, (School) Course Coordinator
- 2017, WEBMASTER, 26/07/2017-31/12/2017 (University) School Committee
- 2017, AHLI JAWATANKUASA PERSIDANGAN ANTARABANGSA KEARIFAN TEMPATAN
- 2017, 08/05/2017-09/05/2017 (University) University Committee
- 2017, MODERATOR PERSIDANGAN ANTARABANGSA KEARIFAN TEMPATAN
- 2017, 08/05/2017-09/05/2017 (University) Others
- 2017, 3rd APUCEN SUMMIT
- 2017, 20/04/2017-21/04/2017 (University) Project Member
- 2017, FASILITATOR JERAYAWARA PUSAT PENGAJIAN SENI, 28/03/2017-29/03/2017 (School) Others
Expertise
Specialisation
Broadcast Design, Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Digital Video Production, 2D Animation, 3D Animation, Interactive Design
Teaching
- VMT105/3, Digital Video Production
- VMT411/4, Design Project I (Creative Media Digital)
RESEARCH INTEREST
- Holography and Virtual Reality, Local Knowledge Conservation, Mobile Technology, Video Explorative, 2D and 3D Animation, Graphic Design and Visual Communication
- Rumah Warisan Pulau Pinang (Multimedia documentation)
- Short Film – Producing a live action production using effects (3D animation, 2D animation, compositing, etc.) as a visual enhancement
- Electrical Cable for Visually Impaired People – Color Coding to Text Coding
- Perception and Moral Responsibility in Communication
- Special Effects in a Low Budget Production
RESEARCH PROJECTS
- Holographic Transdisciplinary Conservation, LRGS (2012-2016)
- Design and Development of Prototype of An Integrated Membrane-Based Energy Recovery With Turbine Ventilator for Building Air-Conditioning In Hot – Humid Climate, PRGS (2013-2015)
Publication
Book
- Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir dan Mohd Shafiq Haris, 2012, Pengimejan Holografi dalam Memelihara Warisan Budaya, Proceeding Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan, Penerbit USM, 2014 ISBN 978-983-861-633-1
- Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, Sumbangan Rekabentuk Perindustrian Dalam Merekayasa Permainan Tradisional: Satu Kajian Kes Ke Atas Permainan ‘Tapak Gajah’, Proceeding Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan, Penerbit USM, 2014 ISBN 978-983-861-633-1
Conferences
- Pengimejan Holografi Dalam Memelihara Warisan Budaya, Pulau Jerejak Rainforest Resort, Pulau Pinang, 15/10/2012- 16/10/2012
- Aplikasi Holografi Reflektif Pada Persembahan Teater Mini Cerita Rakyat, Grand Borneo Hotel, Kota Kinabalu Sabah, 26/6/2013- 28/6/2013
- Holografi Reflektif Animasi Dua Dimensi Buku Cerita Dongeng Rakyat Tempatan, Sutra Beach Resort, Terengganu, 6/10/2013- 7/10/2013
Proceedings
- Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir dan Mohd Shafiq Haris, 2012, Pengimejan Holografi dalam Memelihara Warisan Budaya, Proceeding Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan 2012, Pulau Jerejak Rainforest Resort, Pulau Pinang
- Noor Azlina Mohamed Khalid Hafeezur Rahmaan Mohd Yassin Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, 2012, Sumbangan Rekabentuk Perindustrian Dalam Merekayasa Permainan Tradisional: Satu Kajian Kes Ke Atas Permainan ‘Tapak Gajah’, Proceeding Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan 2012, Pulau Jerejak Rainforest Resort, Pulau Pinang
Recognitions
- 2003 -Southern Alliance of Clean Energy (Public Service Announcement) Georgia, USA
- 2002 – Gold Award Artists, Call for Justice (The Justice Project) USA
Communities
Services
- Malaysian Student Representative Savannah Georgia, USA, 11/3/2002 – 29/3/2004
- University Committee, Rantau Budaya USM – Merbok, 19/5/2006 – 20/5/2006
- University Committee, Regional Conference On Local Knowledge, 15/9/2011 – 15/10/2014
- University Committee, Program Ilmiah Rantau Budaya Siri V, 14/10/2011- 16/10/2011
- University Committee, AJK Persembahan Kebudayaan Malaysia-Vietnam, 7/9/2012 – 16/9/2012 (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)
- Head of Department (New Media), School of the Arts, USM, 15/5/2006- 25/3/2007
- Head of Department (New Media), School of the Arts, USM , 26/3/2007- 25/3/2009
- Head of Department (New Media), School of the Arts, USM , 1/6/2012- 31/12/2012
Consultation
Coffee Table Book – Pencitraan 40 tahun Pesta Hoki USM – Penang International, Bahagian Hal Ehwal dan Pembangunan Pelajar USM, 3/6/2013- 9/12/2013
- Aliran Semasa: Confluence And Branching Of Media Technology In Recent Malaysia Art, Balai Seni Visual Negara, 20/6/2013- 4/7/2013
- Services Program Pensiswazahan Guru, Pusat Pengajian Ilmu Pendidikan
Membership
- Majlis Rekabentuk Malaysia, Members , 2011, National
- MQA 2014
Portfolios
Gold Award – Artist’s Call for Justice, Artists’ Call for Justice Competition USA, sponsored by the Justice Project USA, 2002, International
- Oasis 2005, Multimedia, USM, Galeri Adiwarna, 3/3/2005
- Oasis 2006, Video Digital, USM , Galeri Adiwarna, 6/3/2006
- (Book Cover) Lim Tae-Yun, 2013, KSDT International Design Trend 2012, Korean Society of Design Trend
- KSDT International Design Trend 2012, Design Print, Korea Society of Design Trend South Korea, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM, 22/2/2013
- OASIS 2013, Digital Print, Pusat Pengajian Seni, USM, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM, 22/10/2013
Email:farizah@usm.my
Ext:3624

Lecturer
Assoc. Professor Hasnul Jamal Saidon
Qualifications
BA, Music, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM); MA, Music, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM); PhD, Ethnomusicology, Monash University
Diploma in Art & Design (Fine Art),Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) 1988,
BFA in (Painting), Southern Illinois University USA, 1991
MFA in Electronic Arts from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, USA,1993.
Personal Statement
Hasnul is an Assoc. Professor of media arts at USM. Hasnul received his initial He was involved in designing pioneering programs in UNIMAS, UMS & USM, including final year showcases such as CIPTA & RINTIS; curating milestone exhibitions such as the 1st. Electronic Art Show & HYPErview (1997), Takung (2004); & co-founding E-Art ASEAN Online (2000). He has contributed to the local art & academic scenes under various capacities such as a programme head, deputy dean, museum director, board member, chief jury, curator, external examiner and curriculum advisor. Hasnul has curated 30 local exhibitions and engaged in 18 research projects since 1996. He has written about 24 books, presented and published about 25 papers and articles in books internationally. Since 1989, Hasnul has participated in 60 local group exhibitions and 22 international group exhibitions. His video art has been screened at 16 international video art festivals. Throughout his creative career, he has won 8 international and 13 local art awards. His current research is on tradition through the language of quantum physics & new media. His current works are H3RO, gemaBELAS, DidikJiwaHalus, ROH, KITA & RumahTokCu.
Research Interest
Cosmology, Quantum Visualization, Media Art Practice in Contemporary Art, Media Installation
Fields of Specialization
Electronic Art, Video Art, New Media Art and Design,Painting & Drawing, New Media Theory & History, Modern & Contemporary Art in Malaysia, Exhibition Curation, Exhibition & Information Design, Museum & Gallery Transformation, Audience Research & Collection Management
Publications
Adeline Ooi, Beverly Yong, Hasnul J Saidon, Nur Hanim Khairuddin, Rachel Ng (eds) (2012), An A-Z Guide to Malaysian Art, Kuala Lumpur : Rougue Art.
Saidon, Hasnul J (Chief editor) (2012), Wacana Seni – Journal of Arts Discourse, Penang : Penerbit USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2011), 1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism 2011 – In-Sight Penang, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (2011), Kocak di Fukuoka (Ripples in Fukuoka), Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2011), Central Pillar Virtual Screen, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2011), Fermentation – A solo exhibition of new media art by Roopesh Sitharan, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2011), MJVAX : Malaysia-Japan Video Art Exchange, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2011), Central Pillar Virtual Screen, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Limpas Bayu Borneo, Penang : Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Dunia Yang Hilang, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), PIPE 2010 – Ketumbukan, Seni Cetak Alternatif Malaysia (Alternative Printmaking Art in Malaysia), Penang : Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Smart Art & Science Carnival 2008-1010, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Veared, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Wanita Dalam Koleksi Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Siapa Pelanggan Kita, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Thirst – Izumi Ueda Yuu, Penang : Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Reading Independence, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), I AM – An audience-centered public installation, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), Encountering 1Malaysia Through Cross-cultural Experiences, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2010), 1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism – Sparkles in Penang, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2009), Samudra – Juhari Said, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2009), IQRA’ – The Garden of Wisdom, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2009), Two fish, out of water – Photographs from the japanese landscape by Paul Kohl, Penang : Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2009), Resurrection III – Rise of the Mandalorians, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (2008), In Between the Lines – Hasnul J Saidon, Penang ; Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J et.al (2008), Semangat Chandan (The Spriti of Chandan) – Contemporary Artists From The Land of Grace, Kuala Lumpur : Chandan Gallery.
Saidon, Hasnul J & Yong, Beverly (eds)(2007), Between Generations – 50 Years Across Modern Art in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur : Asian Art Museum UM & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J (ed)(2007), The Inauguration of Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM, Penang : Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM.
Saidon, Hasnul J(2007), Ahmad Fuad – Dislocated, Kuala Lumpur : Artspace Gallery.
Hasnul J Saidon (2004), “Stirring Takung’ in Takung, Kuala Lumpur : National Art Gallery.
Saidon, Hasnul J (2004), Visual Invocation – Solo by Daud Rahim, Kuala Lumpur : 12 Artspace.
Hasnul J Saidon (2004), The Spirit of Iron – Retrospection of An Enigma, Kuala Lumpur : Petronas Gallery.
Saidon, Hasnul J & Rajah, Niranjan (eds) (2000), E-ART ASEAN ONLINE, Kuala Lumpur : Faculty of Applied & Creative Arts UNIMAS & National Art Gallery.
Saidon, Hasnul J & Rajah, Niranjan (eds) (1997), 1st. Electronic Art Show, Kuala Lumpur, National Art Gallery.
PUBLISHED & PRESENTED PAPERS / ARTICLES IN BOOKS (INTERNATIONAL)
2014:
“A Silent Presence – Conversation between Melanie Pocock, Hasnul J Saidon and Shooshie Sulaiman”, in Sulaiman Itu Melayu, Kerber Verlog, Germany
“Creativity and Museums”, International Roundtable MyUMNET, Universiti of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2013 :
“Tracing The Light – E-Art as an Epitome and Catalyst for Paradigmatic Shifts in the Contemporary Art Scene in Malaysia”, in International Seminar for New Media Art in South East Asia, Bandung Institute of Technology, Bandung, Indonesia.
2011 :
“Conversing with Zulkifli Yusoff”, in Zulkifli Yusoff Solo Exhibition, NUS Gallery, Singapore.
:
“The Quantum Lures of Sooshie’s House”, in Open House, Singapore Biennale 2011, Singapore.
2010 :
“Sustaining Relevancy by Augmenting Cross-Interpretations – Case Examples From MGTF USM”, in UMNET (University Museum Network) International Conference on Challenges Confronting University Museum Collections & Contemporary Curatorial Practice in Southeast Asia, Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, Penang.
:
“Paradigmatic Shifts in Curatorial Practices” in International Conference on Challenges Confronting University Museum Collections & Contemporary Curatorial Practice in Southeast Asia, University of Philippines, Manila, Philippines.
:
“Who is our Audience?” in Asian Museums Curators’ Forum, Annex Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.
2009 :
“Tudung As A Site of Ideological Contestation” in What If I Want To Water Ski? And Other Questions – Victoria Cantoni Solo Exhibition, Substation, Singapore.
2008 :
“Khat As A Form of Visual Zikr” in Konvensyen Negara Zikir, International Convention Center, Brunei Darussalam.
:
“An Overview of Contemporary Art in Malaysia After 1990” in International Convention on Conservation For the 20th. Century, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.
2006 :
“Cross-cultural Design As An Introductory Course for 1st. Year Students in USM (Universiti Sains Malaysia)”, in Contemporary Southeast Asian Art Seminar, Silpakorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
:
“Community-based projects as a part of audience development strategy for art museums”, in Asia Art Museum Directors Forum, National Museum of China, Beijing, China.
2005 :
“Notes on Eng Tay’s Recent Sculptures” in Sha-A-Ya : The Roots of Asia – The Asian Sculpture Exhibition. Bidadari Art Gallery, Ubud, Indonesia
2004 :
“The Use of Internet for an International Collaborative Project” in Leonardo Electronic Almanac. Vol. 12, No. 8, August 2004
2003 :
“Cabaran Praktis Seni Elektronik Dalam Era Maklumat” in Wacana Seni, Penerbit USM, Pulau Pinang
:
“Media Art In Malaysia : An Overview” Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan
:
“Transcending Boundaries : Media & Performance in Malaysia” Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan
:
“Upload-Download : Concluding Report” Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan
:
“Crossing Boundaries : Multimedia & Performance” in PSI Seminar, City Bayview Hotel, Penang
2000 :
“The Evolution of Electronic Art in Malaysia” (Co-writer with Niranjan Rajah), in Art Asia Pacific, Special Issue on New Media (July), Australia,
2013 :
“From Mass to Multimedia” in Narratives of Malaysian Art (Volume 2), Rogueart, Kuala Lumpur.
“Who Am I – Wearing Culture in the Cyberia of the 21st. Century”, in Rearview Forwards/Aliran Semasa, Multimedia University, Cyberjaya, Selangor.
Guest Lecturer/Invited Speaker:
“Antara Talian – Perkongsian Pengalaman Berkesenian”, Guest Lecture at Akademi Seni & Warisan Kebangsaan (ASWARA), Kuala Lumpur.
Newspaper articles
“Berdialog Dengan Perca Moden” in Berita Harian, Jun 28
:
“Dalang Pinggiran Di Belakang Skrin” in Berita Harian, July 6
:
“Seni Tampak Dalam Era Maklumat” in Berita Harian, July 7
:
“Keadilan Perlu Pengorbanan” in Berita Harian, July 8
:
“Dekonstruksi Mitos Rambo” in Berita Harian, October 2
:
“Menyelami Seni Siber Siew Woei” in Berita Harian, August 25
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“Kemelut Budaya Generasi Skrin” in Berita Harian, August 28
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“Ilmu Amron Kukuh Berpaksi” in Berita Harian, December 2000
SOLO & TWO-MEN EXHIBITIONS (INTERNATIONAL)
2011 :
Veil of An Artist, in Fine Art Hong Kong, International Convention Center, Hong
Kong
2007 :
Re-locations – Electronic Art of Hasnul J Saidon & Niranjan Rajah (curated
by Roopesh Sitharan), Singapore Management University, Singapore
1991 :
Hasnul J Saidon & Najjar Muswawwir, Two-man show, Hickory Lodge,
Carbondale, Illinois
:
Solo Painting Exhibition, Student Center, Southern Illinois University, USA
:
Solo Drawing Exhibition, School of Art, Southern Illinois University, USA
SOLO EXHIBITIONS (NATIONAL)
2010 :
Veil of An Artist, Penang State Gallery, Penang
2008/9 :
In Between The Lines – Solo Drawings Exhibition 1979-2008, Chandan Gallery,
Kuala Lumpur
2005 :
In Between The Lines – A Retrospective of Drawing Works, Adiwarna Gallery, USM,
Penang
:
Hasnul J Saidon – Private Viewing, Artspace Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
1997 :
HYPErview, Ceative Center, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (computer
animation, interactive cd-rom, video installation, digital collage, drawing
& painting)
GROUP EXHIBITIONS (INTERNATIONAL)
2014:
“Malaysian Eye”, London.
2013 :
“Kembara Jiwa” (Soul Train), Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan (video
installation)
2010 :
School of the Arts USM, Hadyai, Thailand (mixed-media)
2009 :
Sustainable Development Through The Arts, State University of Malang, Indonesia
(artist’s book)
:
24th. Asian International Art Exhibition, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
(video installation)
2007 :
ASEAN Media Art Competition, Galeri Nasional, Jakarta, Indonesia (interactive
art)
:
Island to Island, University of Tasmania, University of Hawaii & USM,
Hawaii (video)
2005 :
Link : Penang-Beijing Contemporary Art Exhibition, USM ABN-AMRO Arts &
Cultural Center, Penang (painting)
Video Installations
2004 :
Continuities : Contemporary Art Of Malaysia At The Turn Of The 21st. Century, Guangdong Museum of Art, Guangzhou, China (video installation)
2003 :
Upload-Download, Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan (video, internet art)
:
Of Shadows & Images, Malmo, Sweeden (video)
:
Of Shadows & Images, Barcelona, Spain (video)
:
Of Shadows & Images, Madrid, Spain (video)
2000 :
LIFA 2000, Langkawi International Festival of Art, Ibrahim Hussein Foundation & Museum, Langkawi, Kedah (video installation)
1998 :
Visual Echoes, Republic of Czech (interactive cd-rom & video)
1996 :
2nd. Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, Brisbane, Australia (video installation)
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Philip Morris ASEAN Art Awards, Jakarta, Indonesia (painting)
2011 :
Riverart Project, Publika, Kuala Lumpur (video)
:
USMcares, in 1MCAT (1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism), Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM, Penang (video)
Mix Media Collage
Kasihnya Ibu, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (artist’s book and mixed media collage)
:
Bicara Sifu, Petronas gallery, Kuala Lumpur (painting & video projection)
:
Semangat Chandan 2, Chandan Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (painting and video projection)
2010 :
Contemporary Art Campus, in 1MCAT (1Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism), Adiwarna Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (painting & video projection)
:
I Bear Witness, various locations (video installation)
:
Paperworks – Trails of the artistic mind, Chandan Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (artist’s book)
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Art-triangle, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur (painting & video projection)
Course Teaching
- VMT411 ProjekRekaBentuk 1 Media Baru
- VMT412 ProjekRekaBentuk 2 Media Baru
- VMT213/3 – TEORI DAN PRAKTIS DALAM MEDIA BARU
- VRA101/4 – ELEMEN & PRINSIP REKABENTUK
- VHC201/4 – KONFIGURASI BENTUK DALAM CATAN
WORK EXPERIENCE
Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah (MGTF), Universiti Sains Malaysia
Director
Directed the Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah USM – responsibilities include transforming the museum and gallery by identifying key performance indicators, developing strategic planning, improving existing management system which covers planning for exhibition programme and support activities for visitors, implementing and installing new exhibition design and technology, developing and implementing collection and acquisition strategy, initiating and sustaining research and publication activities, supervising conservation, restoration and physical development, developing a re-branding and promotional strategy, and designing a comprehensive audience development and outreach programmes.
April 2005 – December 2012 Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Fields of interest :
Electronic and New Media Art Studio Practice, Trans-disciplinary Studio Practice, Video Art in Malaysia, Contemporary Art in Malaysia, Curatorial & Exhibition Design, Museum & Gallery Management & Transformation, Collection Management and Integrated On-line Database System, Museum & Gallery Audience Engagement.
HONORS/AWARDS
1991 | Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, USA (Student Purchase Award)
1992 | Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, USA (Best of Show Award)
1993 | 17th Atlanta Film & Video Festival, USA (Best Student Video)
1995 | Phillip Morris ASEAN Art Awards, Jakarta, Indonesia (Honourable Mention)
Anugerah Buku Malaysia, Yayasan Buku Malaysia
Best Art Book (involved as the Project Director)
2014
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Excellent Service Award, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
2012
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Excellent Service Award, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
2010
CHT Network
Essenze Award for Excellence in the Arts (Visual Art), CHT Network, Penang,Malaysia
2009
Ministry Of Culture, Arts & Tourism Malaysia
National Artist Award (Visual Art – Multidimensional Category), the Government of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
2009
Filem Negara Malaysia
Best Video Advertisement, Hijrah Video Competition, Filem Negara Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
2009
ASEAN COCI
ASEAN New Media Awards (Second Place – Interactive Category), Jakarta, Indonesia
2007
Universiti Sains Malaysia
USM Sanggar Sanjung (Creativity category – International level), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
2007
Association Of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
ACU (Association of Commonwealth Universities) PR, Promotion & Marketing Awards, Best Entries Design for “Demi Masa – Outreach Activities
2006
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
Researcher in Residence & Research Grant, Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, Japan
2003
Universiti Sains Malaysia
USM Sanggar Sanjung (Creativity, National level), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
2003
Anjung Seri, Berita Publishing
Anugerah AKAS Anjung Seri (Best House Overall category)
2003
Anjung Seri, Berita Publishing
Anugerah AKAS Anjung Seri (Best House category, double storey terrace)
2003
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Excellent Service Award, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
2003
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Excellent Service Award, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Sarawak
1999
UiTM
Best Student, Fine Art Department, MARA Institute of Technology, Malaysia
1988
Queensland Art Gallery, Australia
Selected Malaysian Artist, 2nd. Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, Brisbane, Australia
1996
Philip Morris & ASEAN COCI
Honorable Mention, Philip Morris ASEAN Art Awards, Jakarta, Indonesia
1995
PHILIP MORRIS
Winner/Jurors’ Choice, Philip Morris Malaysian Art Awards, Malaysia
1995
Malaysian Video Awards Council
Best Young Experimental Video, Malaysian Video Awards, Malaysia
1995
Ketengah
Consolation Prize, Kenyir Ecofest Mural Competition, Malaysia
1994
National Art Gallery Of Malaysia
Best Experimental Video, National Video Competition, Malaysia
1994
National Visual Art Gallery Of Malaysia
Minor Award, Young Contemporary Competition, Malaysia
1994
Atlanta Film & Video Festival USA
Best Student Video, 17th. Atlanta Film & Video Festival, USA
1993
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL, USA
Best of Show Award, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, USA
1992
Southern Illinois University At Carbondale, IL, USA
Student Purchase Award, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, USA
1991
UiTM
Best Student, School of Art & Design, MARA Institute of Technology, Malaysia
1988
ASEAN COCI
Selected Malaysian Youth Artist, ASEAN Youth Painting Workshop, Singapore
1987
Website:http://hasnulsaidon.blogspot.com

Lecturer
Ts. Dr. Jasni Dolah
Qualifications
Certificate, Diploma. (Computer Graphic Design), Wanganui Polytechnic, New Zealand.
BFA (Computer Graphic Design), Wanganui Polytechnic, New Zealand, 1994.
MA (Visual Communication & New Media),Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in 2006.
PhD, (Educational Multimedia), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in 2010.
Biodata
Ts. Dr Jasni Dolah is a Senior Lecturer and currently attached to Design & New Media Technology Section at the School of the Art, Universiti Sains Malaysia. He has an extensive experience (17 years) in industry namely in multinational companies such as TV3, ASTRO, MRCB. Dr Jasni has been appointed as the expert panel for the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) in the areas of Creative Multimedia, Animation, Visual Communication and New Media Design for the past of 11 years. He has presented numerous papers at local and international conferences. His publications have appeared in Journal of Procedia Journal of Social and Behavioural Science, Turkish Online Journal of Education Technology, Electronic Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (eJCSIT) and IEEEXplore Journal. Beside his normal duty, Dr. Jasni was co-founder and a Conference Chair for 1st International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2014) and 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016) which was held in 2014 and this coming September 2016. He also served as a main technical committee for the 4th Symposium of the ICTM Study Group on Performing Arts of Southeast Asia (PASEA2016) and 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge (ICLK2016). Recently, he served as a Founding Authors and Editor-in-Chief for Malaysian Journal of Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKAJOURNAL). He was conferred professional recognition recently by Malaysian Board of Technology (MBOT) which carry Ts. (Professional Technologist).
Personal Statement
My journey as a media artist, educator and technologist has been an enriching experience. I enjoy the different facets of knowledge coming in through the doors of our classrooms, every student brings his/her knowledge and experience, therefore turning the classrooms into a vibrant “knowledge-exchange center”.
SPECIALIZATION
- Educational Multimedia
- Visual Communication & New Media
- Computer Graphic Design
UNIVERSITY COURSE TAUGHT
- VRT 301 DESIGN RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- VGT 301 PROFESSIONAL DESIGN PRACTICE
- VRA 109 INTERACTIVE MEDIA 1
- VMT101E PROGRAMMING INTERACTIVE APPLICATION
- VMT 210 NEW MEDIA THEORY & APPRECIATION
- HTV 201 THINKING TECHNIQUES
- VPT 302 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- VRA107 NEW MEDIA HISTORY
RESEARCH
2015
- SKMM (RM199,846.50)- (Member)
Media Literacy Cultivating productive practice among young people in Malaysia. (Completed)
2014
- USM (RM22,980.00 – Short Term Grant) -(Lead)
Utilizing Visual Images of Autism Behavioral Symptoms in Facebook Application For Raising Awareness Among Secondary School Teachers In Pulau Pinang. (Completed)
- USM (RM29,400.00 – Short Term Grant)- (Member)
Study on Multimedia technology capability in helping understanding children on health info’s compared to conventional materials in Malaysia. (Completed)
- USM (PhD – Scholarship from KPT)
Development and Effects of An Interactive Multimedia Learning Environment (IMLE) in Learning Autism Behavioral Symptoms. PhD Thesis (Completed in 2 year and 8 month)
2011
- FRGS (RM698,798.00 FRGS Grant)- (Member)
Melestarikan 13 Bangunan Warisan Malaysia melalui pembangunan pakej Sumber warisan maya (Completed)
RUI (RM100,000.00 RUI Grant)- (Member)
Enhancing Learning & Problem-Solving Skills Through My-PBS (Multi-Disciplinary Problem Based Scenarios) (Collaboration with School of Educational Studies, School of Arts, CITM, Research University Grant. (Completed)
2009
- USM (RM5,000.00 – Incentive Grant)
Designing Usable User Interface for Art & Design Web Database (Completed)
1994
- MARA (Self Sponsor)
Exploitation of Women in New Zealand Television, Advertisement, BA Thesis. (Completed)
PUBLICATIONS
Research Book / Book Chapter
- Conference Proceeding Book: Published in REKA 2017 Publication
- Conference Proceeding Book: Published in REKA 2015 Publication
- Re-engineering Local Knowledge: Current Issues and Practices (USM Publisher). Looking Back to the Past: Revival of Traditional Food Packaging. Muhizam Mustafa, A.S. Hardy Shafii, Sumetha Nagalingam, Jason Tye Kong Chiang, Jasni Dolah.
- Book: Published in PACIA 2011 Publication,
School of the Arts. Page 14.
Designing a Theoretical Framework in Motivating Learners to Identify the Characteristic of Autism Symptoms through Creative Multimedia Learning.
Jasni Dolah, Wan Ahmad Jaafar Wan Yahaya, Toh Seong Chong, Centre of Instructional Technology & Multimedia, USM.
Journal (Internationals)
2018
- Ardianto, D. T, Dolah, J (2018). New Narratives, Emerging Genres: Dance Film Development in Indonesia. Paper published on Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse (WACANA SENI), SCOPUS (Q3), ISSN 1675-3410, Page No. 167 – 181.
2017
- Gee, L. S, Dolah, J (2017). Abstract versus Realistic Styles: Experienced Based Design Graphic Style (EBDGS) Games. Paper presented at the International Conference on Human & Multimedia Creativity (ICON-HMC2017). Paper published on Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems (JARDCS) SCOPUS (Q4), ISSN 1943-023X, Page No. 1463-1471.
- Gee, L. L. S, Dolah, J (2017). A Theoretical Framework for Relationship between Graphic Appearance and Student’s Experiences. International Journal of Management and Applied Science (IJMAS), ISSN 2394-7926 Page No. 51-55, Volume 3, Issue 2.
Journal (National)
2015
- Noh, L, M, M, Haron, H, Dolah, J. (2015). Analisis Formalistik dalam Memaknai Simbol Budaya Melayu Abstrak. Paper presented at the 1st International Conference on Cyberology Arts (PSSA2014), Bachok, Kelantan, MALAYSIA. TENIAT (Jurnal Antarabangsa ‘Creative Futures’ dan Warisan). Vol. 1 No. 2 E-ISSN: 2289-4527 Disember 2015
2014
- Dolah, J. (2014). (22 – 26 Jun, 2014). Masa Depan Seni Media Baru. Paper presented at the 1st International Conference on Cyberology Arts (PSSA2014), Bachok, Kelantan, MALAYSIA. TENIAT (Jurnal Antarabangsa ‘Creative Futures’ dan Warisan). Vol. 1 No. 2 e-ISSN: 2289-4527 Disember 2015
2013
- Dolah, J. and M. O. Bidin (2013). (2 – 4 Dec, 2013). Effects of Index Learning Styles (ILS) on learner’s preferences styles towards learning Autism behavioral symptoms. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference on Interactive Digital Media (ICIDM2013), Kuching, Sarawak, MALAYSIA. (Selected into IEEExplore Journal). (Peer Review Committee Member). Published in Jurnal Teknologi, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Vol. 75 No. 3 E-ISSN: 2180-3722
2010
- Dolah, J., W. Wan Yahaya, A, J, et al. (2010) (29 November, 2010). A Preliminary Investigation: Potential of Interactive Multimedia Learning Awareness (IMLA) in Enhancing Awareness of Autistic Characteristics among Parents and Society in Malaysia. UNITEN, Serdang, Selangor, MALAYSIA. Paper presented at the Graphic & Multimedia Symposium 2010. Electronic Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (eJCSIT), Volume 3, Issue 1, Page No. 19-25. ISSN: 1985-7721
Conferences Presentation (International & National)
2018
- Gee, L. S, Dolah, J (2018). Influence of Form, Texture and Shading on ‘Abstract’ and ‘Realistic’ Style Preferences: An Overview of Design Characteristics through Incidental Thematic Results. Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2018), Best Western Premier Hotel, Surakarta, INDONESIA.
- Zuhudi, N. W. M, Dolah, J (14 – 15.11.2018). Relevancy of Islamic recognition for halal logo. A literature highlight. Paper presented at the 8th International Conference on Local Knowledge (ICLK2018), National Visual Arts Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA.
- Ghazie, D. A, Dolah, J (25.8.2018). How Digital Marketing Affects Concumers Behavior. Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2018), Best Western Hotel, Solo, INDONESIA.
- Siswanto, R. A, Dolah, J (25.8.2018). Will Logo Die? Roles of logo and its effectiveness in Digital Era. Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2018), Best Western Hotel, Solo, INDONESIA.
- Zuhudi, N. W. M, Dolah, J (25.8.2018). Recognition & Significant – A finding on consumers feedback on halal logo. Paper presented at the 3rd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2018), Best Western Premiere Hotel, Surakarta, INDONESIA.
2017
- Zuhudi, N. W. M, Dolah, J (29.11.2017). Credibility of halal logo design among consumers. Paper presented at the 9th Social Science Postgraduate International Seminar (SSPIS2017), Vistana Hotel, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Gee, L. S, Dolah, J (2017). Understanding Educational Games Culture in Extending the Relationship between Graphic Appearance and Experiences among Malaysian Lower Secondary. Paper presented at the 7th International Conference on Local Knowledge (ICLK2017). Paper published on SHS Web of Conferences. Volume 45, 2018. Article No. 07002, Page no. 1-7.
2016
- Saleh, M, A, Md., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Penilaian bahasa visual terhadap faktor penglibatan pembaca komik-komik melayu. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Hazrin, K., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). A singular spatiotemporal display: Documentary photography of Pua Kumbu. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Ghee, L. L. S, Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Graphics styles appearance in educational games to enhance Malaysian students learning: A preliminary Study. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Yamani, E., Shahir, S., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Peralihan seni moden ke seni pasca moden. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Zuhudi, N, W, M., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). The impacts of Semiotics Design. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Ibrahim, S, I., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Driving behavior and perception on safety among commercial bus drivers. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Kamaruddin, F., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Interface design principles for Malaysian interactive science courseware. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Subri, S., Baboo, S, B, Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Impak keberkesanan kurikulum Animasi 3D di university tempatan dan swasta dalam memenuhi keperluan sector industry kreatif di Malaysia. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Utilizing visual images of Autism behavioral symptoms in Facebook application for raising awareness among secondary school teachers in Pulau Pinang. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Munusamy, R., Dolah, J., (2016). (26 – 27 Sept 2016). Symbolic forms in Patrick Low’s Photography from 2005-2010. Accepted paper at the 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016), School of the Art, University Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
2015
- Fook, F.S., Shakaran, C., Dolah, J., Ziden, A, (2015). (26 – 28 May 2015). Esignet – Instructional Design for Effective Online Learning of the Sign Language. The 5th Internal Conference on e-Learning 2015, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Sabah, MALAYSIA.
2014
- Dolah, J., S. B. Baboo, et al. (2014). (1 – 2 May 2014). Development and Effects of an Interactive Multimedia Learning Environment (IMLE) in Learning Autism Behavioral Symptoms. 3rd World Conference on Design, Arts and Education. Dubrovnik, CROATIA.
2013
- Dolah, J. and M. O. Bidin (2013). (2 – 4 Dec 2013). Effects of Index Learning Styles (ILS) on learner’s preferences styles towards learning Autism behavioral symptoms. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference on Interactive Digital Media (ICIDM2013), Kuching, Sarawak, MALAYSIA. (Selected into IEEExplore Journal). (Peer Review Committee Member)
2012
- Dolah, J., W. A. J. Wan Yahaya, et al. (11 – 13 July, 2012). Identifying Autism Symptoms using Autism Spectrum Quotient (ASQ) A survey amongst Universiti Sains Malaysia Students. Paper presented at the International Educational Technology Conference (IETC 2011), National Central University, Taoyuan, TAIWAN. (Selected into Journal of Procedia Journal of Social and Behavioral Science).
- Dolah, J., W. Wan Yahaya, A, J, et al. (8 – 11 June, 2012). The Implementation of Interactive Multimedia Learning Autism (IMLA): Alpha, Beta and Pilot Testing Stages. Paper presented at the Global Conference for Academic Research (GCAR2012), Bangi, Selangor, MALAYSIA. (Selected into Journal of Procedia Journal of Social and Behavioral Science). (Peer Review Committee Member)
2011
- Dolah, J., W. A. J. Wan Yahaya, et al. (25 – 27 May, 2011). Conceptual framework in learning autism characters through multimedia learning. Paper presented at the International Educational Technology Conference, Istanbul University, TURKEY.
- Dolah, J., W. A. J. Wan Yahaya, et al. (25 – 27 April, 2011). Conceptual Development of Interactive Multimedia Learning Awareness (IMLA) in Learning Autism Characters. Paper presented at the Educational Leadership, Knowledge & Technology Innovation in Cultural Diversity and Knowledge-based Society, Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa Hotel, Phuket, THAILAND.
- Dolah, J., W. A. J. Wan Yahaya, et al. (23 – 24 March, 2011). Designing a theoretical framework in motivating learners to identify the characteristic of autism through creative multimedia learning. Paper presented at the Convergence in Performing & Creative Arts (PACIA 2011), School of Art, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA.
- Dolah, J., W. A. J. Wan Yahaya, et al. (2011) (7 – 9 March, 2011). The Impact of Informal Conversational and Visible Author Principle in Increasing Awareness of Autism through Multimedia Learning. Paper presented at the International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation, Valencia, SPAIN. Proceeding. ISBN: 978-84-614-7423-3.
2010
- Dolah, J., W. Wan Yahaya, A, J, et al. (2010) (29 November, 2010). A Preliminary Investigation: Potential of Interactive Multimedia Learning Awareness (IMLA) in Enhancing Awareness of Autistic Characteristics among Parents and Society in Malaysia. UNITEN, Serdang, Selangor, MALAYSIA. Paper presented at the Graphic & Multimedia Symposium 2010. Electronic Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (eJCSIT), 3(1), 25. ISSN: 1985-7721
Newspaper Published in YEMEN TIMES
- 29.10.2007 KEY FACTORS IN DESIGNING WEB SITES
- 27.9.2007 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL MEDIA
- 5.7.2007 MULTIMEDIA: A Curtain Raiser
- 4.6.2007 COMPUTER ANIMATION: An Overview
- 5.4.2007 GRAPHIC DESIGN: A Basic Conceptual Framework
Videos Projects
2009
- Consultant video for ‘Empowering the Visually Impaired Community with ICT Tools’ in conjunction with Penang Chief Minister’s K-ICT Award.
- Consultant video for Dewan Budaya USM Activities.
- Montage design for Science and Arts Innovation Space (SAINS).
2008
- Video montage design for Asia Ceramics Network & Selsius.
2007
- Montage design for Malam Sanggar Sanjung 2007 (22.3.2008).
AWARDS
2014
- Excellent Service Award (APC)
2010
- PhD Scholarship from Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
2005
- Dean List Recipients for Semester 3 (Master Study – UiTM)
1996
- Malaysia Video Awards 1996 (Best Computer Graphics) – RIM Chart Show
1991
- Degree Scholarship to New Zealand from Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA)

Lecturer
Dr. Mohd Asyiek Mat Desa
Qualifications
Bachelor of Art and Design (Graphic), Universiti Teknologi MARA, UiTM, 2002
Master of Design (Multimedia), Swinburne University of Technology Australia, 2005
PhD, Swinburne University of Technology Australia, 2012
Personal Statement
My areas of interest are animation, motion graphics, projection mapping, visual effects, video, and film. I believe in imparting knowledge to the younger generation in a most enthusiastic way a friend first, then a teacher. I enjoy working with my students and collaborating with my colleagues on various projects.
Teaching
- VMT303/3, Experimental Video,
- VMT217/3, Visual Effects Technique,
- VMT105/3, Digital Video Production,
- VMT411 ProjekRekaBentuk 1 Media Baru
- VMT412 ProjekRekaBentuk 2 Media Baru
Research
Health Campaign and media strategy & Cultural heritage and new media
Research Grant
Principal Investigator
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Jasni Bin Dolah, Norfarizah Binti Mohd Bakhir, Kajian Terhadap Keupayaan Teknologi Multimedia Dalam Membantu Pemahaman Kanak-kanak Mengenai Info Kesihatan Berbanding Bahan Konvensional Di Malaysia, RM29,400.00, 01/09/2014-31/08/2016
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Knowledge Transfer Program, RM195,000.00, 08/11/2012-07/11/2014
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Collaged by times pictorial journey of Malaysia’s 13 heritage buildings, RM0.00, 01/01/1900-01/01/1900
Co-Researcher
- Shanthi A/p Balraj Baboo, Norfarizah Binti Mohd Bakhir, Jasni Bin Dolah, Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Ambigapathy A/l Pandian, Hong Kim Lan, Mumtaz Begum Binti Pv Aboo Backer, Media Literacy : Cultivating Productive Practices Among Young People in Malaysia, RM199,846.50, 01/03/2015-31/01/2018
- Norfarizah Binti Mohd Bakhir, A. Ghafar Bin Ahmad, Norzaini Zainal, Prof. Dr Supyan Hussin, Dr. Low Kok On , Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Prof. Ding Choo Ming , Holographic Transdisciplinary Conservation, RM830,756.84, 01/08/2013-31/07/2017
- Badaruddin Bin Mohamed, Omar Bin Osman, Darlina Binti Md Naim, Zuraidah Binti Mohd Yusoff, Saad Bin Othman, Mardiana Idayu Binti Ahmad, Assc Prof Asmiaty Amat, Wan Faizah Binti Wan Yusoff, Mohd Ghouse Bin Nasuruddin, Mumtaz Begum Binti Pv Aboo Backer, A.s. Hardy Bin Shafii, Dr. Hazman B. Hassan , P/M Dr. Mostafa Kamal Mokhtar, Norfarizah Binti Mohd Bakhir, Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Kamaruzaman Jaafar, Prof. Haron Daud, Conceptualizing Local Knowledge : A Study On Sustainable Values Of Local Wisdom And Indigenous Science, Rm0.00, 01/08/2012-31/07/2017
- Mat Desa Bin Mat Rodzi, Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Inovasi Rekaan Motif Tekstil Dalam Meningkatkan Pembangunan Pengetahuan Karyawan Kraf Tekstil Malaysia, RM30,000.00, 15/09/2014-14/09/2016
- Jasni Bin Dolah, Shanthi A/p Balraj Baboo, Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Norfarizah Binti Mohd Bakhir,Utilizing Visual Images of Autism Behavioral Symptoms in Facebook Application for Raising an AwarenessAmong Secondary School Teachers in Pulau Pinang, RM22,980.00, 01/09/2014-28/02/2017
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Pembangunan Animasi 2D Repertoire Makyung “DewaMuda”, RM29,999.80, 01/09/2014-31/08/2017
- Razif Bin Mohd, Abdul Razak Bin Abdul Aziz, Zainurul Aniza Binti Abd Rahman, Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, CAIN JAMES PETERSON, Bengkel Seni Muzik untuk Golongan Muda, Guru dan Ibu Bapa/Orang Dewasa, RM20,000.00, 01/10/2012-30/09/2013
Publication
Research Book
- Asyiek D, 2017, Warisan Kearifan Tempatan: Pemeliharaan Melalui Teknologi, Penerbit Usm (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
- Asyiek D, 2017, Malaysian Journal Of Creative Media, Design And Technology (Reka Journal), Penerbit Usm (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
Proceeding/Conference Presentation
- Tayangan Video Pendek Vmt204e, 20/12/2012 – 20/12/2012, Video Production Digital 204e (Dongeng),Dewan Budaya Usm(University)
- Creative Content Industry Guild Malaysia | Ccig Malaysia 2012, 18/09/2012 – 18/09/2012, Creative Content Industry Guild Malaysia | Ccig Malaysia 2012 18 Sept 2012, 9.00am-5.00pm At Kompleks Studio Merdeka Finas,Kompleks Studio Merdeka Finas(National)
- Kajian Tentang Penyampaian Visual Melalui Teknik Pemetaan Video Dalam Mempersembahkan Cerita Rakyat, 06/10/2013 – 07/10/2013, Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan Ke-3,Merang, Terengganu(International)
- Kajian Tentang Penyampaian Visual Melalui Teknik Pemetaan Video Dalam Mempersembahkan Cerita Rakyat06/10/2013 – 07/10/2013, Persidangan Serantau Kearifan Tempatan Ke-3, Merang, Terengganu (International)
- Avoidance Factors Against Online Advertisements, International Conference On Advances In Computing Communication And Information Technology (Ccit14), 1-2 June 2014,01/06/2014 – 02/06/2014,International Conference On Advances In Computing Communication And Information Technology (Ccit14),
- Factors That Lead To The Attention Of Advertisements Displayed On Social Media, International Conference On Agriculture, Biotechnology, Science And Engineering (Icabse 2014), August 2014, – , International Conference On Agriculture, Biotechnology, Science And Engineering (Icabse 2014), (International)
- Design Features That Influence Consumers Attention For Advertising In Social Media, International Postgraduate Conference On Engineering And Technology Research (Ipcetr 2014), October 2014, – International Postgraduate Conference On Engineering And Technology Research (Ipcetr 2014),
- Konstekstual Pembaca BaruDan Pembaca Lama Dalam Khalayak Pembaca Komik Malaysia, Reka (Internatinal Design And Technology And Media Conferences) 25-27 November 2014, Usm, – ,Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences), (International)
- Aplikasi Permainan Tradisional Melayu Dengan Menggunakan Efek Parallax Scrolling Dan Terhadap Perkembangan Kanak-Kanak, Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences) 25-27 November 2014, Usm, Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences), (International)
- Penbangunan Teknik Navigasi Maya Dalam Seni Warisan Kedah: Satu Kajian Kes Balai Besar Di Alor Setar Kedah, Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences) 25-27 November 2014, Usm, – Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences), (International)
- Penyampaian Visual Melalui Teknik Holografi Reflektif Dalam Memulihara Seni Warisan Tidak Ketara Mak Yong, Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences) 25-27 November 2014, Usm, Reka (International Design And Technology And Media Conferences), (International)
- Pemetaan Visual Dikir Barat, 14/10/2015 – 16/10/2015, International Conference On Local Knowledge 2015, Bandung, Indonesia(International)
- Indigenous Vegetations As Source In Traditional Malay Food Packaging, 14/10/2015 – 16/10/2015, International Conference On Local Knowledge (Iclk), Bandung, Indonesia (International)
- Kajian Perbandingan: Implikasi Permainan Tradisional Dan Permainan Mudah Alih Terhadap Kanakkanak, 14/10/2015 – 16/10/2015, International Conference Of Local Knowledge Iclk,Bandung, Indonesia(International)
- Teknik Kesan Khas Dalam Penyampaian Video Pendek Perubatan Tradisional, 23/05/2016 –
- 23/05/2016, Mesyuarat Dan Seminar Kearifan Tempatan Siri 1 Di Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
- Utilizing Visual Images Of Autism Behavioral Symtoms In Facebook Application For Raising An Awereness Among Secondary School Teachers In Pulau Pinang,26/09/2016 – 27/09/2016, Reka 2016 2nd International Conference On Creative Media, Design And Technology, School Of The Arts(International)
- Neofest Short Film Screening, 24/05/2017 – 24/05/2017, Neofest 2017,Usm (National)
Publication Related to Teaching
Teaching Modules
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2013, Mereka Modul Pengajaran Program Pengsiswazahan Guru (PPG) 2013 (MSD 3013)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2014, Modul Pengajaran MSH 3103 dan MSD 3103 program pengijazahan guru PPG-USM
Undergraduate Supervision
Main Supervisor
- Wan Nur Zabirah Binti Mohd Zaki, 2017, Other Years Project, Neofest Short Film Festival
- Lee Cheng Cheng, 2013, Final Year Project, Increase Children In Foltale Story (Si Tanggang) With Projection Mapping Technique
- Nurul Jannah Karimah, 2013, Final Year Project, Stop Motion Animation Puteri Santubong Puteri Sejinjang,
- Siti Nabela, 2013, Final Year Project, Teknik Paparan Hologram Rumah Kelantan,
- Mohd Zamri Saleh, 2013, Final Year Project, Motion Sensor In Exercise Game
- Fook Mun Hoe, 2013, Final Year Project, Experimental Installation Art With 3d Animation For Social Media Addiction Campaign
- Mohd Syahir Bin Rokib@Zahir, 2012, Final Year Project, Projek Major: Kajian Menangani Hutang Kad Kredit Menggunakan Teknik Ambient Media. Projek Minor: Infographic Montaj.,
- Saiful Sazali, 2012, Final Year Project, Persembahan Video Pendek Gabungan Teknik Motion Tracking Dan Motion Grafik Dalam Kontek Media Baru. (Short Film Combination With Motion Tracking And Motion Graphic)
- Nik Nur Akmal Bt Nik Mohamed, 2012, Final Year Project, Stop Motion Paper Cut Animation On Real Video (Siri Kempen Keselamatan Jalan Raya Untuk Kanak-Kanak11. Noorasniza Othman, 2012, Final Year Project, Khatan Campaign-Major Kinetic Typo-Minor,
- Muhammad Hanihafizul Bin Hamzah, 2012, Final Year Project, Membuat Kajian Mengenai Penggunaan Aplikasi Kinect (Motion Sensor) Dalam Memperkenalkan Watak-Watak Wayang Kulit Dalam Konteks Media Baru
- Hayati Bt Saleh, 2012, Final Year Project, Penyampaian Seni Persembahan Puteri Gunung Ledang Secara Langsung Dan Aplikasi Pemetaan (Live Performance/Projection Mapping
- Shaber Adnan, 2012, Final Year Project, Persembahan Video Stereoscopic Dalam Isu Pelancongan Pulau Pinang
- Goh Pei Yee, 2012, Final Year Project, Live Projection Theatre: The Little Prince
- Zahratul Najwa Binti Othman, 2012, Final Year Project, Interactive Installation Digital Painting Combine With Animation:Darah Belot*
- Soon Lee Peng, 2016, Final Year Project, the Feasibility Of Control Time Smart Phone Application In Stop Phubbing
- Nur Syakira Muhamad Shukri, 2016, Final Year Project, Enviromental Awereness By Means Of Projection Mapping On Installation Art
- Muhammad Nor Hafiz Saidin, 2016, Final Year Project, Pemetaan Video Interaktif Sebagai Bahan Promosi Filem
- Muhammad Hasif Zahin Zainal, 2016, Final Year Project, Kempen Kesedaran Penderaan Domestik Melalui Konsep Teknologi Media Baru
- Amir Fadli Mohd Yusuf, 2016, Final Year Project, Tajweed For Elementary Schhol Children Through Mobile Application
- Lee Shi Qing, 2016, Final Year Project, Preserving And Making The Cultural Values Of Teochew Puppet Arts Alive Using Interactive Experience Of Leap Motion Technology
- Yuni Fardzuan Hj Othman, 2016, Final Year Project, Mengubah Warna Kasut Menggunakan Aplikasi Lama Web Serta Hologram
- Faril Izzadi Mohd Noor, 2016, Final Year Project, Membentuk Kesedaran Tentang Kepentingan Bersenam Melalui Skrin Cermin Berinteraktif
- Syed Muhammad Syed Shahar, 2016, Final Year Project, Asas Tendangan Bola Sepak Melalui Teknologi Kinect
- Akmal Izzudin Halim, 2016, Final Year Project, Kajian Kecekapan Tenaga Elektrik Dengan Menggunakan Permainan Realiti Maya, Main Supervisor, Completed
- Wan Mohd Shafiq Wan Hassan, 2015, Final Year Project, Meningkatkan Kesedaran Mengenai Bahaya Radiasi Telefon Pintar Melalui Kaedah Visual Dan Interaktif Menggunakan Teknologi Kinect
- Nur Azilatul Hanan Mat Isa, 2015, Final Year Project, Kesan Pengalaman Terhadap Kejadian Empat Musim Secara Media Baru Melalui Interaktif “Projection Mapping
- Arif Taqiyuddin Mohd Rusli, 2015, Final Year Project, Penambahbaikkan Cara Penyampaian Komik Menggunakan Elemen Animasi Melalui Teknologi “Augmented Reality”,
- Mohd Shahrul Nizam Ibrahim, 2015, Final Year Project, Permainan Wau Dalam Transformasi Digital Dengan Menggunakan Teknologi
- Tung Li Chin, 2015, Final Year Project, Transformasi Rumah Hantu Kepada Persepsi Baru Dengan Teknologi Media Baru Melalui Pemasangan
- Koh Ee Lin, 2015, Final Year Project, Application Of Real Time Sound In Claustrophobia Virtual Experience
- Noor Hidayah Mat Alim, 2015, Final Year Project, Pembinaan Modul Multimedia Persembahan Dikir Barat Dengan Menggunakan “Projection Video Mapping”
- Azirul Hafiz Nawawi, 2015, Final Year Project, Terapi Pendedahan Menggunakan Subjek Maya Terhadap Persekitaran Nyata Dalam Mengurangkan Fobia Dengan Menggunakan Teknologi “Augmented Reality”
Recognitions
Academic, Leadership And Professional Awards
- Festival Filem Video Pendek (Video Muzik 3rd Place), KPT, Finas, KPT, Finas, 2012 (National)
- Festival Filem Video Pendek (Iklan 3rd Place), KPT, Finas, Uitm, Shah Alam, 2012 (National)
- Deputy Chairman, 2nd International Conference On Creative Media, Design And Technology (REKA), Malaysia, 2016
- Meta-Miror: Creating Awereness On The Importance Of Exercise Through The Use Of Computerised Sensor Devices In A Miror, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Nirc (Novel Research And Innovation Competition), 2016 (National)
Communities
Service to the University
- REKA 2016 2nd International Conference On Creative Media, Design And Technology,
- 26/09/2016-27/09/2016
- RCLK Kearifan Tempatan International Conference 2016, 27/07/2016-28/07/2016
- Panel Juri Kempen Keselamatan dan Kesihatan Pekerjaan USM, 21/03/2015-21/03/2015
- International Conference on Creative Media, Design and Techonology (REKA 2014), 25/11/2014-27/11/2014
- Ahli jawatankuasa pameran oasis 2013, 10/10/2013-30/10/2013 (-)
- Penyelarasan Pengajian program 4 tahun Pusat Pengajian Seni, 01/01/2013-24/10/2013
- PENGERUSI RANCANGAN, PUSAT PENGAJIAN SENI, 01/01/2013-31/12/2015
- Fasilitator Bengkel Hala Tuju Pelajar Baharu Sidang Akademik 2012/2013, 19/10/2012-21/10/2012
- MSH3103 Membentuk Dan Membuat Binaan, 01/01/1900-01/01/1900
- Ahli Jawatankuasa Dan Mesyuarat Penilaian Teknikal Sebutharga S/PPS/13/01 (komputer), 01/01/1900-01/01/1900
- Penasihat Akademik Bagi Pelajar Sessi 2012, 01/01/1900-01/01/1900
Community & Industry Engagement
- GENERATION TVET DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, 22/08/2016-23/08/2016 (University)
- Projek Akhir Pelatih Kursus Teknologi Fotografi, GIAT MARA, Bukit Gelugor, 14/12/2012-14/12/2012 (National)
- Penang Space Festival with NASA 2012
Member in Professional/Academic Associations
- Members, MQA (Malaysian Qualifications Agency)
- Members, MQA, 2017-2017
Member of a Panel Discussion/Forum
- Mqa Panel, 2014
- Panel Reviewer The Bachelor Of Animation Program And Advertising Upsi, 2015
- Panel Reviewer The Bachelor Of Graphic Comm Unisel, 2015
- Panel Laporan Penilaian Akreditasi (Mqa) Politeknik Ibrahim Sultan, Jb, 2015 (National)
- Reka 2016 2nd International Conference On Creative Media, Design And Technology, 2016
- 5th Psu-Usm International Conference On Arts And Science 2017, 2017 (International)
- International Conference On Local Knowledge 2017 – Johor Bahru (ICLK), 2017
Invited Speaker
- Invited Speaker, 2012, school of communication, acting and directing workshop for film and television, acting and directing workshop for film and television for USM’s staff (University)
- Invited Speaker, 2012, Unit Latihan (Pejabat Transformasi), Kursus pengendalian peralatan videografi HD-DSLR, Kursus pengendalian peralatan videografi HD-DSLR kepada kakitangan USM (University)
- Invited Speaker, 2012, PTPM, Kursus Asas Videografi HD-DSLR, Kursus Asas Videografi HD-DSLR kepada kakitangan USM (University)
Others
Assessor/Examiner
Academic Assessor/Member of Board Studies
- Lecturer, Design Program Assessor For Han Chiang College, 23/12/2016-23/12/2016, Hang Chiang College
- Lecturer, Akreditasi Lawatan Mqa – Micost Melaka, 11/01/2017-13/01/2017, Mqa
- Lecturer, Akreditasi Lawatan Mqa – Kolej Universiti Selatan, 29/09/2017-29/09/2017, Mqa
- Lecturer, Panel Penilai Program Mqa – Kolej Micost 2017 (Diploma in Early Childhood Creative Design), 24/02/2017-24/02/2017, Mqa
Program Assessor
- MQA Micost College Malacca JAN 2017, 2017, MQA (National)
External Examiner
- 2014, Final Year, Equator academy college Penang, External Assessor/examiner for Equator academy college Penang, Final Year Project 2014 (University)
- 2015, Final Year, Equator Academy of Art, FYP Equator Academy of Art (National)
- 2015, Final Year, Equator Academy of Art, FYP Equator Academy of Art (Graphic and Multimedia)
- 2015, Final Year, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, FYP Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Animation and Advertising)
- 2015, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), FYP Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) (Animation and Advertising)
- 2015, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), FYP student Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) (graphic comm)
- 2015, Final Year, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Final Year Project Animation and Advertising
- 2016, Final Year Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Upsi), Penilai Projek Tahun Akhir
- Pelajar (Upsi)
- 2016, Final Year Equator College, Penang, External Examiner For Graphic And Multimedia Diploma Equator College
- 2017, Final Year Equator College, External Examiner For Equator College (Graphic & Digital Animation)
- All Final Year Students, 2017, Final Year Equator College, External Examiner For Equator
- College (Graphic & Digital Animation) (National)
- All Final Year Students, 2017, Final Year Unisel, External Examiner For Unisel (Graphic)
- All Final Year Students, 2017, Final Year, Upsi, External Examiner For Upsi (Advertising And Animation)
Consultancy
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Konsultant animation untuk pementasan “si karum & friends 2013”, USM
- RM2,000.00, Dr. Mumtaz Begum Aboo Backer, 25/11/2013- 7/12/2013, , 01/01/1900 – 01/01/1900, RM2,000.00
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Practical (per year) – Others , Penyelia Pelajar praktikal dari Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin, Perlis, USM, 4 bulan, 2013, ,01/01/1900 – 01/01/1900
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, Konsultant animation untuk pementasan “si karum & friends 2013”, USM, 25/11/2013 – 07/12/2013, RM2,000.00 (University)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, jurufoto & juruvideo sepanjang penyelidikan main puteri
Portfolios
PROFESSIONAL CREATIVE WORKS
Studio/Drawing/Music Composition
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2013, Persembahan/Tayangan Video Pendek Video Produksi 2 (VMT204e) “LIMA”
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2013, Persembahan/Tayangan Video Eksploratif (VMT208e) “The Sixth Sense”
- Asyiek D, 2017, PAMERAN OASIS “PERCEPTION” MGTF 2017, Penerbit USM (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2013, KSDT INTERNATIONAL DESIGN TREND 2012, KOREA SOCIETY OF DESIGN TREND SOUTH KOREA 22.2.2013, -, (International)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2013, “RIGID” PAMERAN OASIS di MGTF 22.10.2013, -, (University)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2014, DESTINY SHORT FILM SCREENING, 2014,-, (University)
- Mohd Asyiek Bin Mat Desa, 2014, NOIR SHORT FILM SCREENING,-, (University)
Email:asyiekdesa@gmail.com
Ext:3418

Lecturer
Dr. Mohd Kamal Sabran
Profile
Biodata
Kamal Sabran is an artist-designer-producer-musician-researcher based in Ipoh Perak. He has a Ph.D. in Art and Design (New Media) from the Universiti of Teknologi MARA. His practice is inter-disciplinary and exists at the intersection of art, science, and technology. He has won the ‘Best New Media Artist Award’ Young and Contemporary from the Malaysian National Art Gallery in 2004, Best NOKIA Music Video Director in 2006 as well as the ‘ASEAN New Media Artist Award’ from the Indonesian National Art Gallery in 2007. He was Artist-In-Residence at the National Space Agency, Malaysia in 2005 and invited to be part of visiting artist program for 18th Street Art Center in Santa Monica California in 2015. He is also the founder of an experimental music/sound art collective known as “Space Gambus Experiment” and Ipoh Experimental Art School, a creative space focusing on producing experimental art project. In 2017 he formed an art space called USM Experimental Art Lab, for art students in Universiti Sains Malaysia. He initiates “Bunyi Sunyi” an International platform for experimental works. He has been scoring several award-winning Malaysian film soundtrack with film directors such as Mamat Khalid, Shanjhey Kumar, Ho Yuhang, Abror Rivai, Pete Teo and many more. Kamal is one of the director in “15Malaysia” short film project by 15 Malaysian new wave filmmaker. He is currently working as a lecturer at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang.
https://spacegambusexperiment.bandcamp.com
Personal statement
As an artist, I enjoy working with various artistic platforms such as dance, film, theatre, music and therapy. My art work includes experimental music, performance art, video and electronic installations. I always seize the opportunities to collaborate with other artists, musicians, researcher, and scientists.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
- Present Lecturer, School of the Arts (New Media, Design & Technology) Universiti Sains Malaysia USM
- 2005-2006 Lecturer, Fakuti Seni Lukis Seni Reka (Graphic) UiTM Perak.
- 2000- 2005 Programme Coordinator/Lecturer Graphic Design, Cosmopoint. Ipoh
- 2005-2007 Lecturer, Open University Ipoh.
- 1999-2000 Graphic Designer, RUSTA Graphic House, Ipoh
EXPERTISE
- Experimental music
- Performance art
- Video and electronic installations
TEACHING
- VMT105/3 Produksi Video Digital
- VME201/3 Media Instalasi
- VMT 216/3 Komposisi Video
- VMT 304/3 Imej dan Bunyi
- VMT411/3 Projek Reka Bentuk 1
- VMT412/4 Projek Reka Bentuk 2
Research
AUTHOR / ACADEMIC RESEARCH PAPER / JOURNAL
- A Study on Applicability of Sound Art as Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patient in Institutional Cares
- Gambus Sound Art and Its Applicability as Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patient
- Nature Soundscape and its Applicability as Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patients
- Gambus in Experimental Music
- Therapeutic Sound Art
Publication
Mohammad Kamal Sabran, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, Ismail Lasa, and Norfadilah Kamaruddin (2017). A Study on Application of Sound Art as Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patients. 4th Bandung Creative Movement International Conference 2017, Role of Art, Design, and Technology in the Society. ISBN 978-94-6252-478-1, ISSN 2352-5428
Mohammad Kamal Sabran, Kamarudzaman Md Isa, Norfadilah Kamaruddin, Ismail Lasa, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2017). A Study On Gambus As Sound Art And Its Applicability As Therapy For Alzheimer’s Patients – 7th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2017 (ICLK) USM, ISBN 978-967-12163-2-3
Mohammad Kamal Sabran, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, Mohd Asyiek Desa, Ismail Lasa (2017). Nature Soundscape and its Applicability as Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patients – 1st International Conference on Spirituality, Culture and Sustainable Tourism (SCST2017) 28th Mei – 2nd June 2017, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. P. 138-142. ISBN: 978-967-14149-2-7
MUSIC ALBUM PUBLISHED
- Space Gambus Experiment, Self-titled, 2006
- Space Gambus Experiment, First Step Into Inner Space, 2010
- Space Gambus Experiment, Live From Bilik Darjah, 2013
- Space Gambus Experiment, Into The Light, 2014
- Space Gambus Experiment, Rejected Film Soundtrack, 2015
- “Jagat” film Sound Track, 2015
- “Lebuh Raya Ke Neraka” film soundtrack, 2017
- “Karya” film soundtrack, 2018
MUSIC ENGINEERED, RECORDED, MIXED, MASTERED & PRODUCED
- Meor, Sakrat, 2010
- Rohas Remi, 2017
- Lara Hassan & The V, 2017
- Joni Mustaf, 2017
- Keladak, 2017
Recognitions
AWARDS/GRANTS
- 2015 Artist-in-residence, 18th Street Art Santa Monica, California
- 2011 Travel Grant for Paper Presentation Conference at University Of Bristol UK by Ministry of
- Education Malaysia
- 2009 Japan-Malaysia Video Art Exchange Project granted by Japan foundation & National Art Gallery Malaysia
- 2008 Travel Grant by National Art Gallery Malaysia to participated in Mini Summit on New Media Art Policy & Practice organized by Asia-Europe foundation, IFACCA and ISEA2008
- 2007 ASEAN New Media Award, Second Prize, Indonesian National Gallery, Jakarta
- 2007 NOKIA Best Asia Music Video Director, Regional Finalist, St James Power House, Singapore
- 2007 NOKIA, You Make it Reel, Malaysian Grand Prize Winner, Best Music Video Director, KL
- 2006 Academic Fellow Ship, University of Science, Penang, Malaysia
- 2005 Artist in Residence Fellowship, The National Space Agency (ANGKASA), Kuala Lumpur
- 2005 Anugerah Bintang, Video art for AIDS Campaign, Ministry of Health, Malaysia (Petaling Jaya Selangor)
- 2004 Honorable Mention Category New Media, Young & Contemporaries, Balai Seni Lukis Negara, KL
- 2004 Quality Award (Artist working on Health Campaign), Ministry of Health, Daerah Batang Padang, Perak.
- 2003 Artist in Residence, Museum & Gallery Darul Ridzuan, Ipoh Perak
- 2000 Band Alert, Top Ten Perak finalist, Yamaha Music, Malaysia.
Communities
MEMBERSHIP
- SENIMAN Malaysia
- Persatuan Pelukis Perak
- Secretary of Angkatan Pelukis Darul Ridzuan (2004-2006).
- UfoRIA UiTM (Unit for Research and Intellect Application).
- ASEF (Asian Europe Foundation) Alumni.
Others
ONLINE ARTWORKS
Portfolios
EXHIBITIONS
Solo Exhibitions
2003 The Thinker, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan, Ipoh Perak.
2003 Sound of Painting, Balai Berita NSTP Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.
Selected Exhibitions & Art Activities
2018
- ASEAN India film festival-Pravasi Baratiya Divas, Singapore
- TUFS Cinema, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Japan
2017
- Art Exchange, Kobe University Japan KL Binale, in collaboration with Amir Zainorin, National Art Gallery Malaysia
- Ipoh Experimental Music Festival, Perak, Malaysia
- Perak Festival of Ideas, Ipoh Malaysia
- Ilham Contemporary Malaysia Forum, Ilham Gallery KL Malaysia
- Japan-Malaysia Experimental Music Project, Kapallorek Art Space, Malaysia
- German-Malaysia Experimental Music Project, Kapallorek Art Space, Malaysia
- Russia-France-Malaysia Experimental Music Project, Kapallorek Art Space, Malaysia
- USA-Malaysia Experimental Music Project, Kapallorek Art Space, Malaysia
- Osaka Asian Film Festival, Japan
- Sydney Paramasala Asian Arts Festival, Australia
- Bangalore South East Asian Film Festival, India
- SAC ASEAN Film Festival, Thailand
- Focus on Asia Fukuoka International Film Festival, Japan
- Malaysian Film Festival, Singapore
2016
- Jagat, New York Asian Film Festival 2016 (NYAFF 2016) at The Film Society of Lincoln Center
- and the SVA Theater, New York, USA from June 22nd – July 9th 2016.
- Jagat, Film Market, Cannes Festival
- Five Flavours Film Festival, Poland
- Hanoi International Film Festival, Vietnam
- Luang Prabang Film Festival, Laos
- Kota Kinabalu Film Festival, Malaysia
- Butterworth Fringe Festival, Malaysia
2015
- Open Studio, 18th Street Art Center, Santa Monica, California U.S
- Live Radio Show Performance, KSPU, State University Portland, Oregon, U.S
- Musical collaboration with Tresgone, Mike Lastra’s Studio, Portland, Oregon U.S
- Musical collaboration live performance, with Mike Mahaffy, Stephany Brown, Portland U.S
- Live performance with Tresgone, Voodoo Donut, Portland, Oregon
- Very Bad Film School screening, Da Huang Pictures, KL
- Festival Idearaya, Laman Budaya Shah Alam
- DA+C Festival, Penang
- Performance “Sonic Artifact”. Penang State Museum, Penang
- Show for benefit of the Wall, Rainhouse, Ipoh
- Sajak-Sajak Naif Amirul Fakir, Performance, Khizanat Ipoh
- BAKAWAN, sound art project, Manila
- Listening Terminals, Sound art project, Manila
- Ipoh Kreative, Sekeping Kong Heng, Ipoh
- Borak Art, Sepaloh Art Center, Ipoh
- IdeaRaya Fest, Shah Alam, Selangor
2014
- MH370, Muzium Seni Asia, Universiti Malaya, KL
- Film Screening, Coventry Art Space, UK
- VGAV, Made In Malaysia Screening Experimental Video, Pause Festm Melbourne Australia
- VFAV, Kaohsiung Design Festival, Taiwan
- 7 Days of Sound Festival, Birmingham UK
- Project Glocal, DC+A fest, Penang
2013
- Kembara Jiwa Fukuoka, Galeri Chandan KL
- Kembara Jiwa Fukuoka, Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (FAAM), Japan
- Screening of Space Gambus Experiments’ new music video and some documentation, STRYX, Minerva Works, Birmingham.
- KLEX, “See the Sound, Hear the Image” Aliran Semasa [RearView Forward]: “Confluence and Branching of Media Technology in recent Malaysian Art”, National Visual Art Gallery, KL
- KLEX: “FROM REMEMBERING TO RISING” KLEX Presents: “FROM REMEMBERING TO RISING”, Sabah
- State Museum.
- KLEX: “SEE THE SOUND, HEAR THE IMAGE”, Theater Hall, SEGi College, Subang Jaya. KL
2012
- Bangkok Experimental Film Festival (BEFF6), organized by KLEX
- Transit A4, House of Matahati, KL
2011
- Manifestasi Merdeka, National Art Gallery KL
- ‘Ties’, House of MATAHATI, KL
2010
- Contemporary Art Tourism Trail in Penang, USM.
- Psyche of Art, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, KL
- DENYUT NADI, White Box,MAP @ Solaris Dutamas, KL.
- Facets of Southeast Asia, in collaboration with Mojdeh Stoakley, Chicago, USA
- CHANDAN OPEN HOUSE 2010: Sneak Preview of Semangat Chandan II, Gallery Chandan KL
- Australian Malaysian Film Festival, 15Malaysia, Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Melbourne
- MJAVX Malaysia-Japan Video Art Exchange, National Art Gallery KL
- 15 Malaysia, ICA2010 Open Space, Singapore
- Ruang Tayang, Gallery Chandan, Kuala Lumpur
- Fluxus Now! – 2010 Roanoke Marginal Arts Festival, USA
- 15Malaysia, short film, The Pompidou Centre, Paris
- 15Malaysia, film Screening, International Film Festival, Rotterdam
- Lumpur, Film Screening, Mumbai India
- 15 MALAYSIA, the 6th InDPanda International Short Film Festival, Hong Kong
2009
- 15Malaysia, Clermont-Ferrand film festival, France
- 15Malaysia, Jakarta International Film Festival, Jakarta, Indonesia
- TAF Project, Short film Screening, Perak Art Foundation, Ipoh Perak.
- 15Malaysia film screening, Youth For Change, New Wing One Utama, KL
- Far East Audio Visual Socialization, Getsumin Gallery, Osaka Japan
- Maskara Shorties, Sindiket soljah, Rumah PENA, Kuala Lumpur
- Video Art Screening & Presentation, Nippon Engineering College, Tokyo Japan
- Video Art screening & Presentation, LUNETTE Kyushu University, Japan
- Video Art screening & lecture, Kyushu Sangyo University, Fukuoka, Japan
- Video Art & Lecture, Fukuoka Asian Museum, Japan
- “BUREIKOU 2009” Screening & artist presentation, Striped Gallery Roppongi Tokyo, Japan
- 15MALAYSIA film screening, Golden Horse Film Festival, Taipei
- “I Miss Him So Much” Art Charity Fundraiser, Gallery Chandan, KL
- “1Malaysia, 15Films”, Auditorium of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall, KL
- Asian International Art exhibition (AIAE), National Art Gallery, Malaysia
- 15 Malaysia short films, Pusan International Film Festival, South Korea
- International ASEAN Artist Exhibition, National Art Gallery, KL
- Malaysian Arts Festival UN CUT 09, Museum of Contemporary Art, Copenhagen Denmark
- Wall Projection, in collaboration with Hasnol Jamal Saidon, Museum University Science Malaysia, Penang
- Pameran Amal Palestine, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
- Mail Art Responses to Trench Art, Marginal Art Festival, USA
2008
- City in city Design, Ruang Rupa, Jakarta Indonesia
- Palestine art exhibition, National Library, KL
- Palestine art exhibition, Findars Gallery, KL
- Palestine art exhibition, Annex Gallery, KL
- Koleksi Saya: Rahimie Harun, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
- Art auction for fun raising, Alzheimer Disease Foundation Malaysia, Ipoh
- Mea Culpa, RA Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
- Other Stories, Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM, Penang
2007
- The Independent Project, Project Room, Petronas Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
- AIDS & Art show, World AIDS DAY, Pejabat Setiausaha Kerajaan, Selangor Malaysia
- Nokia, Music Video Grand finale, Ruums Club, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Nokia, Asia best directed Music Video, Indie Music Showcase, St James, Singapore
- Young & Contemporaries, National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- “ABSTRACT RELATION”: an exhibition of 6 Abstract artists from Southeast Asia, XOAS Art Salon, KL
- Asean New Media Award exhibition, National Art Gallery, Jakarta
- OK video Festival, Ruang Rupa, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Artriangle, Art project fund Matahati, Sokka Gakai, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Notthatbalai art festival, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2006
- Still Light, Alliance Francaise, Penang
- MTV (Tv Melayu), Video Art Exhibition, Museum & Gallery USM, Penang
- Tabik: Tribute to Jeri Azhari, National Art Gallery, KL
- In synch with Nature, Postgraduate Study, UiTM, Shah Alam
2005
- Takung, National Art Gallery, KL
- Color of Thought, Maju Junction, KL
- Closer Look, Maya Gallery, KL
- Art Exhibition, Kuching Sarawak
- Kontot, Film Fest, KL
- Open Show, Galeri Shah Alam
- Japan-Malaysian Art Exchange, Galeri UiTM, Perak
- Inspirasi Perak, Galeri Seni, Muzium Darulridzuan, Perak.
- Open Show, National Art Gallery. KL
2004
- Bakat Muda Sezaman, Balai Senilukis Negara, KL
- Pameran Retrospektif APDR, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan.
- Enjoy The Silence, ArtTalk Gallery, KL.
- Fresh work, Yayasan Kesenian Perak, Ipoh, Perak
- Pameran Pelukis Melayu Pulau Pinang, Galeri Seri Pinang, Pulau Pinang.
- Abstract Group Show, Galeri Muzium Darul Ridzuan, Ipoh.
- Fresh Work from Studio, Yayasan Kesenian Negeri Perak, Ipoh.
- Immersion, Galeri Maya, Bangsar, KL.
- Kembara Prostar Art Exhibition, Hotel Hyatt, KL
- Art 1000, Valentine Willie, KL
- Art Festival, Art Case Gallery, KL
- Pameran Terbuka, Galeri Shah Alam, Selangor.
2003
- Live Mural Painting, Yayasan Kesenian Perak, Ipoh, Perak.
- Enchanting Perak, Casuarina Parkroyal Hotel, Ipoh, Perak.
- Convention Prostar Art, Taiping, Perak.
- Art Exhibition, Artcase Gallery KL.
- Art Auction, Artcase Gallery KL.Estetika Perak, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan.
- Stigma & Diskriminasi, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan.
- Pameran Terbuka, Galeri Shah Alam, Selangor
2002
- Silveritage, Casuarina Parkroyal Hotel, Ipoh, Perak.
- Side by Side by Side, Artcase Gallery, KL.
- Ekspedisi Belum, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan.
2001
- Cetusan Rasa, Galeri Seni Muzium Darul Ridzuan.
- 2000 Art Show, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- 1999 Degree Show, UiTM Shah Alam.
MUSIC/SOUND ART/PERFOMANCE PROJECT
2012
- Opening Performance, Northern Writers, Ipoh Perak.
- Evening Weird, SGE in collaboration with Eric Hausmann, Rain House Ipoh Perak.
- Kasi Picah!, House Of Matahati KL
- Space Gambus Experiment in collaboration with Ensemble in G (EiG), Univeristy Petronas, Tronoh.
- Tapestry of Colors, Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, KLCC.
- Mull Debauch, Actors Studio, KL.
- TV show performance. “The Breakfast Show” NTV7, Kuala Lumpur.
- DFP Festival, Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, KL
2011
- PASSAGE TO THE FUTURE: ART FROM YOUNG GENERATION IN JAPAN, Organized by Japan Foundation &
- Penang State Gallery & Museum.
- KINGDOM OF REBEL #2, Experimental music show case organized by HONF (Indonesia) & National Art
- Gallery Malaysia.
- Program Jerit! aktiviti amal Tronoh Theatre Shop (TTS), Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP untuk dapat
- memupuk rasa bertanggungjawab terhadap komuniti.
- Northern Writers, brings the ‘writers reading’ concept to Perak. Ipoh Perak.
- ROCK THE YOUTH , Kuala Lumpur.
- Opening performance for Amir Zainorin Solo Exhibition, Solaris Dutamas, KL.
- Projek Rabak, Ipoh.
- Opening Performance for Student Short Film UNISEL, Selangor
- Extremely Loud and Incredibly Noise, FINDARS, KL
2010
- Opening performance for “Passage to the Future: Art from a New Generation in Japan”, Muszium Shah Alam, Selangor.
- X BOX is a performance art by AMIR ZAINORIN in collaboration with Space Gambus Experiment.
- SPACE GAMBUS EXPERIMENT @ Malaysia-Japan Video Art Exchange, National Art Gallery KL
- My Story, Balck Box Duta Mas, KL
- Lascopequstika, Yayasan Kesenian Perak, Ipoh
- The World Listening Project, in collaboration with Dan Godston, Live via skype (Ipoh-Chicago)
- SGE-Pak Samad in collaboration, Kata Luhur, National Art Gallery , KL
- Space Gambus Experiment, virtual performance, Kushinda! At The Blue Sky Café, UK
- Space Gambus Experiment, RA Gallery, Kuala Lumpur
- Space Gambus Experiment, Gallery Chandan, Kuala Lumpur
- Space Gambus Experiment, Layar Jiwa, Teluk Intan, Perak
- Space Gambus Experiment, UREKA, Kuala Kangsar, Perak
- Space Gambus Experiment in collaboration with A Samad Said, National Art Gallery, KL
- Space Gambus Experiment, Prostar Convention, Perak
- SURF UP!, Ipoh Perak
2009
- TAF Noise Project, In collaboration with Goh Lee Kwang, Rahmat Haron, Nurhanim Khairuddin and Amirul
- Fakir, Perak Art Foundation (YKP), Ipoh Perak
- “BUREIKOU 2009”, experimental sound-video art performance exchange project,Roponggi Striped Gallery,
- Tokyo Japan
- Space Gambus Experiment, Homegrown Space, Kuala Lumpur
- Body Landscape, in collaboration with Hasnol Jamal Saidon, Museum USM, Penang
- 2006
- Malam Genta Seni,In collaboration with Siti Zainon and Dr zulkifli , YKP, Ipoh
- Sonic Cosmic 2, Malam Genta Seni,Yayasan kesenian Perak, Ipoh
- Rasuk 40, Media Art Performance, British Council, National Art Gallery, KL
- Biru Hijaunya Belum, Nature Music Performance, National Art Gallery
- Sonic Cosmic: Music from Outer Space, National Planetarium, KL
- Prostar, Pusat Kesihatan Puchong, Selangor
- Melayu Kala, Collaborate project with Amirul Fakir, Visual Poetry, UiTM, Perak
2005
- Beautiful day, Tsunami Relief, National Art Gallery
- Takung, Performance art & experimental music, National Art Gallery
- Malam Gema Warisan, National Museum, KL
- Collaborative Project, Sound work with Seramac & Justin(California)
- Collaborative Project, Sound Poetry with Amirul Fakir & Zaslan(Mal)
- Collaborative Project, Sound Poetry with Raja Ahmad Aminullah(Mal)
- Collaborative Project, Sound Poetry with Ole Dilluland (Denmark)
- Konserto Puisi, Tmn Budaya, Perak
- Collaborative Sound Performance, Genta Merdeka, YKP, Ipoh
- Experimental visual and sound performance, World AIDS Day, KL
2004
- Kamal Sabran Music Performance-Sounds That I Saw, Muzium Darul Ridzuan
- Malam Lahar Jiwa, YKP, Ipoh.
- Not That Balai Art Fest, Lost Generation Space, KL
- Festival Kanak-kanak (collaboration with Fairuz Ahmad), Stadium Perak
- Kembara Prostar, Hyatt Hotel, KL
- Malam Genta Merdeka, Yayasan Kesenian Perak
- Performance Art in conjunction of art talk from Indonesian Artist, YKP
2003
- Sambutan Hari Aids Sedunia- Music Theme.
- Malam Genta Merdeka, YKP.
- Kamal Sabran Solo – Sound of Painting
- Pertemuan Pelukis Malaysia, Galeri Seni Perak.
- Estetika Perak, Galeri Seni Perak
2002
- Gig Merdeka, Ipoh Body Surf
- Penang Underground Fest, Penang
- Mini Gig, Yamaha School of Music, Penang
- Music Fest, Johor
- Circle of Friends, Manjung, Perak
2001
- Battle of the Band, Taiping
- Penang Underground Fest, Penang.
ART PROJECT
2014
- Ipoh Experimental Art School – Founded as an artist collective in 2014 by Kamal Sabran and Eric Hausmann,
- Ipoh Experimental Art School has from its infancy been a space where experimental artists and composers share progressive ideas with like-minded colleagues.
2013
- Space Gambus Experiment 2nd album officially released for digital download on iTunes.
- Releasing a series of music video for SGE.
- Space Gambus Experiment (UK edition) CD release, In Collaboration with RHP record label based in UK.
- Space Gambus Experiment Featured in The Star Editor’s Choice, iPad version.
- Featured Artist in Today and Tomorrow: Emerging Practices in Malaysian Art, Art book.
- Space Gambus Experiment “Letters from Inner Space” Featured in The Star, local News Paper.
2012
- Space Gambus Experiment featured in KPSU radio show, Portland Oregon USA
- Release music video, a collaboration between Mamat Khalid & SGE, Wish You Were Here cover.
- Space Gambus-GORB collaboration project.
- Space Gambus Experiment- Pilar Rocha (Brazil) collaboration project.
- Featured in Majalah 3,”GAMBUS” a documentary show by local TV station.
- Composed Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. “Lebuh Raya ke Neraka” a film by Mamat Khalid.
- Presentation, The International Exchange of New Media Art Ideas (Malaysia-Japan). Organized by Japan Foundation and Suzy Sulaiman.
2011
- Space Gambus Experiment on Podcast Radio No Pigeonholes is a program of underground, independent and home recorded music presented on several different stations. Radio Marabu hosts the European
- Edition, KKUP broadcasts the show to the San Francisco and Monterey Bay Areas.
- ROZANA remix track by Space Gambus Experiment, Film Soundtrack Project.
- Video Documentary and montage promo for RAJA’AH Sulaiman Esa Solo exhibition, National Art Gallery KL
- Composed soundtrack for “Kasturi” a short film by Ridhwan Saidi.
- New single Release from Space Gambus Experiment, CDBaby.com
- Art for AIDS Project with PROSTAR. It invites artists to produce work dealing with Aids and related issues.
- These works of art are used to raise public consciousness, to encourage involvement, and to generate funds for supporting projects aimed at preventing and fighting Aids.
- Featured in “Dusun” – a Malaysian Arts and Culture Digital magazine, this issue concerns Malaysian photography.
- Featured in Star iPad edition – premiere of Space Gambus Experiment’s new single and music video.
2010
- Kamal Sabran in collaboration with Mojdeh, Fifth Annual Chicago Calling Arts Festival
- Space Gambus Experiment featured in local magazine “UTOPIA”.
- Grafiti satu malaysia, Ipoh Perak
- Sound score Design for Tronoh Theater Shop (Tuah Si Jebat), University Petronas Malaysia, Perak
- Coordinator for Art for AIDS exhibition & Competition on line, Organized by Prostar Malaysia & APDR
- Space Gambus Experiment in Collaboration with National Laureate Datuk A. Samad Said
- Kamal Sabran & Dan Godston at The World Listening Project, SOUNDWALK AT THE CHICAGO CENTER FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGY.
- Release “Dibawah Bintang Mengerdip” by A.Samad Said, Music written and performed by SGE.
- PARALLEL FLUX: “Retrieving Humanity” a World Interactive Performance Project, Santa Fe Complex, Santa Fe, NM, USA.
- Space Gambus Experiment featured in ASTRO Mystory Documentary Channel.
- Retrieving Humanity: USA-Nigeria-South Korea-Switzerland-Malaysia, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
- Direct a short documentary on Malaysia most prolific artist, Zulkifli Yusoff. Commission by National Art Gallery.
- SGE remix soundtrack for ESTET a film by Mamat Khalid
- Producing music video for My Boyfriend the Pilot (Chicago, USA) ‘Elements’
- Sound design for performance art by Amirul Zainorin, Denmark
2009
- Producer for an experimental noise rock band called “Uh uh”
- Producer for Space Gambus Experiment album
- Founder for TAF Project, “Tabung Amirul Fakir” a fundraising art project, Perak Art Foundation, Ipoh Perak
- Concept and design for Toko Mamat, Ipoh Perak
- Video Art work shop organized by Spread Video art Project (SVP2) Tokyo Japan
- Co organized “Art for AIDS” an online art exhibition, PROSTAR Malaysia
- Founder for Art for AIDS (seni untuk aids Malaysia)
- Design CD cover for A. Samad Said and Meor for their collaboration poetry-music album.
- “The Sprawl” a collaboration music on line project by kamal, markus (german) and Jaakko (finland)
- Directed short film entitled “LUMPUR” 3 min for 15malaysia film project, produced by Pete Teo
- Directed music video for Space Gambus Experiment “Pengembara Cahaya”.
- Video Art Presentation & Screening, Yayasan Kesenian Perak, Ipoh with Japanese Video art artist.
- Sound Art/ Noise Collaboration with:
- Lorenzo Pancini (Italy), Adam James Davis (UK), Cathy Fern Lewis (Canada), Leonardo Piaggio (Argentina), Zulkifli Ramli(Malaysia), Roy Mantel (Switzerland), Matt Middleton (New Zealand), Antonio Mainenti (Italy), Derek Piotr Crofut (USA), Terje Paulsen (Norway), Jazmi Izwan (Malaysia), Lily Taylor (USA),Matt Middleton (New zealand).
2008
- Director for “Folkumentary” based on music of Meor singer-songwriter, Ipoh Perak
- Sound engineered for Meor Folk recording session for upcoming album entitled “the best of”, Ipoh Perak
- Art director for “Quality Day” Montage for Bangunan Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Perak, Ipoh
- Co organized Malaysian artist 10 meter long painting for Global Peace Festival, Stadium Putera Bukit Jalil
- Directs Documentary “Malam Pesta Jiwa”, a project with Lantera Jiwa and Yayasan Kesenian Perak
- Art Director corporate video for Malaysia Health Ministry (PKD Petaling)
- Participated in Mini Summit on New Media Art Policy & Practice, Singapore.(Asia-Europe Foundation)
- Design Montage for “Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang 2007”, Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Perak, Ipoh
- Direct 4 music video for Alleycats songs and published in Alleycats 40th Anniversary Box Set Album
- Co-organizer with Yayasan Kesenian Perak in “Gebang seni” with Mamat Khalid, film maker
- Design, painting & concept for Sohaimi Mior Hassan New Album entitled “Cinta”,
- Cameo Cast, Malaysian Artistes for Unity video music project, directed by Yasmin Ahmad & Ho Yuang, KLPAC
- Recorded & edited Meor Folk Live in YKP, Ipoh
- Design Cover Single entitled “CINTA” by Sohaimi Mior Hassan
- Directed Music Video for Sohaimi Mior Hassan, song entitled “Satu”
- Concept & Design for book cover, “Mea Culpa” Kumpulan Cerpen by Amirul Fakir
- Directed Music Video for Meor Folk, song entitled “Seru”
- Design Cover CD (limited edition) for Sohaimi Mior Hassan for song titled “Darul Ridzuan Tercinta”
- Design Cover CD for(limited edition) Sohaimi Mior Hassan for song titled “400 Tahun”
- Design Cover CD for Meor, album titled “Sakrat”
- Collaborate with singer-songwriter Meor, engineered, recorded & mix his new album in Kamal Sabran home studio.
2007
- Directed Music Video “ Ini bukan Demokrasi Kita” by Sohaimi Mior Hassan
- Designing & Consultation for World AIDS Day, Pejabat Kesihatan Petaling, Selangor
- Designing Montage for Hari Kuali, Pejabat Setiausaha Kerajaan Perak
- Designing a Video for Interview Session with Redza Piyadasa by Hasnol Jamal Saidon
- Directed Music Video for Pete Teo, Song Title I GO, Publish in Korea & Japan.
- Royal Belum Exhibition Project, Angkatan Pelukis Darul Ridzuan, Galeri Penang, Pulau Pinang.
- Direct music video for Pete Teo, Song title Carnival Hall, Nokia You Make it Reel contest, KL
- Direct music Video for Greyskull (US punk rock Band), Pretty in Ink, Nokia You Make it Reel, Singapore
- Concept and design materials, Keselamatan Kesihatan Antarabangsa, World Health Day, Ministry of Health
- (Petaling Jaya), Malaysia
- Participate in Art tour by Reiko Nakamura from the National Museum of Art Tokyo, Yayasan Kesenian Perak (YKP), Ipoh Perak
- Participate in the selection of art work for National Art Gallery Permanent Collection, YKP, Ipoh Perak
- Designing video art for Nurhanim Khairuddin’s installation work.
- NOKIA “You Make it Reel” TV Program, 8TV,10:30pm
2006
- Design and Concept for Malam Amal, AIDS Fund, Ministry of Health PJ, KL
- Special sound effect composition, Launching for First Malaysian Astronault Program, National Space Agency, KL
- Montage for Prostar, Pejabat Kesihatan PJ, KL
- Montage for In synth with Nature art Exhibition, UiTM, Shah Alam
2005
- Curator for Art Exhibition, Graphic Design (student artwork), Cosmopoint Ipoh
- Art & AIDS (design material), Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia, KL
- Kempen Sihat Sepanjang Hayat kerjasama dengan Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia, (Design material)
- Colloboration Project with YKP, Video Art for Kempen Budi Bahasa Peringkat Negeri, Bangunan Setia Usaha Kerajaan, Perak
- Colloboration project with Ministry of Health, Video Art for “Kill Aedes Before it Attacks You”, KL
- Design Video Art for Artist Statement for TAKUNG art exhibition, National Art Gallery, KL
- Curated Cosmopoint Graphic Student’s exhibition, Perak
- Design logo for Pejabat Kesihatan Petaling “ Tasty,Tidy,Hygenic” Campaign.
- TV Commercial for Pameran Seni “Inspirasi Perak”, APDR
- Karnival Prostar:Gema Prostarian, Graphic Design, KL
- Private Com Suflex, Corporate Identity Design, Ipoh
- Curator for “Raw Exhibition”, Students of Cosmopoint, Ipoh
2004
- Explorasi Seni, Tasik Banding, Perak.
- Graphic Show, Student Artwork, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- Art Talk, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- Paticipated in Art Journey with Beate Renner organised by YKP.
- Diploma Show, Graphic Student Artwork, Cosmopoint
- Costume Design Show, Cosmopoint
- Photography art by student, Cosmopoint
- Poetry Video Projection, colloboration with Nur Hanim & Rahmat Haron
- Art work Sponsorship for Impiana, KL
- Album Cover Design for rock band Exists, NAR Record, KL
- Web Site Design for Produksi Nur-Johan Sdn Bhd, Perak
- Logo Design for Suflex Sdn Bhd, Perak.
- Album Cover for Compailation Artist, NAR Record, KL
- Poster & Banner Design for Prostar, KL
2003
- Jualan Seni Amal Rakyat Iraq, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- Citrawarna Ipoh.
- Pertukaran Seni Jepun-Malaysia, Ipoh Library.
- Live Mural Painting, Yayasan Kesenian Perak, Ipoh.
- Organised Art Exhibition throughout the year for Muzium Ipoh.
- Mural Project for Kementerian Kesihatan Daerah Batang Padang.
- Speak your Mind, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- Diploma Show, Cosmopoint Ipoh.
- Pertemuan Pelukis Malaysia, Ipoh.
- World AIDS Day 2003, Ipoh.
- Wrote theme song for World AIDS Day 2003, Ipoh.
- Designed Postcard for Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia.
- Developed Lecturer Manual & Workbook for Advertising Campaign, cosmopoint
2002
- Project Director, Cosmo Art Award, Ipoh.
- Coordinating, Pertandingan Tarian Tradisional, Pejabat Kebudayaan, Ipoh.
- Developed Learning Kit for Art History Student of Cosmopoint.
2001
- Project Director Cosmopoint Blood Donating Day, Ipoh.
- Coordinating Cosmopoint Graphic & Multimedia Presentation, Ipoh.
1999
- Coordinating for Cosmopoint Open Day Student Art Exhibition, Ipoh.
- Design Mural for Polyclinic Ayer Tawar, Perak.
Email:kamalsabran@gmailcom

Lecturer
Dr. Nur Zaidi Azraai
Qualifications
PhD, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Masters New Media (Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), BA(Hons) New Media Design, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Biodata
Nur Zaidi Azrai joined New Media Design Technology Department, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2016 as a lecturer. His background in media arts design, 3D animation, 3DModelling and video has led him to pursue a research on the public art in the urban environment and its impact on social inclusion. He completed his PhD from School of the Arts USM Penang with his thesis titled ‘pemetaan symbol abjad di sebalik gerak langkah silat titi batang dari perspektif sufi melalui motion capture”. Currently Nur Zaidi is the chairperson at School Of The Arts Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Personal statement
Symbols, signs, patterns and lines intrigue me to think and re-think my creative process. My fascination has always been with them and how these important motives can communicate certain meanings beyond our normal understanding of information.
Publications:
PAPER
- Nur Zaidi Azraai, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir, Mohammad Omar Bidin, (2014) Permetaan Abjad dalam Pergerakan Silat Titi Batang dari Perspektif Kosmologi Sufi Melalui Teknologi Motion Capture. REKA 2014, International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology. Pusat Pengajian Seni, USM. P. 389-396.
- Nur Zaidi Bin Azraai & Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2016), Penggunaan Alat Perakam Gerak Dalam Pemetaan Silat. 6th International Conference on Local Knowledge 2016 (ICLK) USM. P. 335-339.
- Study Of Human Body: Kinematics And Kinetics Of A Martial Arts (Silat) Performers Using 3D-Motion Capture. Ahmad Afiq Sabqi Awang Soha, Mohd Zubir Mat Jafria And Nur Zaidi Azraai, AIP Conf. Proc. 1657,040009 (2015) ; http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.4915170
- Nur Zaidi Bin Azraai, Ahmad Afiq Sabqi Awang Soh, Mohd Zubir Bin Mat Jafri, 2017, Power estimation of martial arts movement with different physical, mood, and behaviour using motion capture camera, Optics for Arts, Architecture, and Archaeology VI, 103310: 103310x
- Nur Zaidi Bin Azraai, Ahmad Afiq Sabqi Awang Soh, Mohd Zubir Bin Mat Jafri, 2017, Power estimation of martial arts movement with different physical, mood, and behaviour using motion capture camera, Digital Optical Technologies 2017, 10335:103351T
- Nur Zaidi Bin Azraai, Ahmad Afiq Sabqi Awang Soh, Mohd Zubir Bin Mat Jafri,2017, Power estimation of martial arts movement with different physical, mood, and behaviour using motion capture camera. 26-29 June. Acceptance and Manuscript Information, Front Matter: Volume 10335, Volume 1657, Issue 1
Recognition
[2011] Scholarship: Ministry of Education, Malaysia Post-Graduate Studies (Ph.D.)
[2008] Scholarship: Ministry of Education, Malaysia Post-Graduate Studies (Masters)
Course Listing
- VMT 110E/3 – Cinematography & Editing
- VMT 302/3 – 3D Animation
- VMT205/3 – 3D Modelling
- VMT 411/4 – Design Project 1.
- VMT 412/4 – Design Project 2.
Email:nurzaidi@usm.my
Email 2:nshnza@yahoo.com

Chairperson
Ts. Dr. Nurul Hanim Md Romainoor
Personal Statement
Nurul Hanim Romainoor is a Senior Lecturer and is currently holding the position as the Head of Department of Graphic Communication at School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. She is a researcher and an educator. Her research interests are Graphics/Design Research, Typography and future technology. In class, she coaches students to understand Graphic Design elements & principles. She has experiences working in the industry as a Multi-Media Graphic Designer. She designs from book covers to UI/UX Website. She gained design management skills through attending a short course on Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) in 2006 with a certificate, which required her to lead the Creative Team in the production of interactive CD-ROM.
2018 Goh, C. H., Romainoor, N. H. (2019). User Goals, Behaviours and Attitudes: Developing Web User Personas of Art and Design Students. Art and Design Review, 7, 1-9. DOI: https://doi.org/10.4236/adr.2019.71001.
Romainoor, N.H. & Safia Najwa Suhaimi. (October, 2017). Art as Images in the Meaning of Being. Paper presented at the 8th International Conference on The Image. Art as the Meaning of Being, 58. Venice, Italy: Common Ground Research Network. http://ontheimage.com
Romainoor, Nurul Hanim and Abdullah, Sarena (2016) Embracing Cyberculture on Graphic Design. In: Conference Proceeding: 2nd International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology (REKA2016). School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, pp. 376-386. ISBN 978-967-13104 1-0
Md. Romainoor, N. H. (2015). Design Research in the Social Realm : An Analysis of a Theoretical Design model. International Journal of Liberal Arts and Social Science, 3(4), 62–71. Retrieved from http://www.ijlass.org/
Md. Romainoor, N. H. (2013), Illustrating a case by using diagrams: Development of social inclusion of people with Down syndrome in Malaysia.
Md. Romainoor, N. H. (2011), Art as a medium to reduce social exclusion for adult with Down syndrome. International Conference on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Seri Mengasih and Universiti Malaysia Sabah. http://serimengasih.org
Romainoor, H. (2003) Minangkabau Fashion street style,Wanganui School of Design – Wakaito University, New Zealand
Course Listing
- VRE 301E/4 – Creative Entrepreneurship
- VGT 103/3 – Typography
- VRA 104E/3 – Introduction to Computer Graphic
- VGT 411/4- Design Project 1.
- VGT 412/4- Design Project 2.
Email:hanim.romainoor@usm.my

Lecturer
Mr Goh Chu Hiang
Personal Statement
Goh Chu Hiang is a senior lecturer in the Graphic Communication Department, School of The Arts, USM. He is an experienced lecturer with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry and design research. He is a trained art and design educator, graphic designer and interactive designer with a Msc in Information Technology from the School of Computer Science, USM. He was among the pioneer participants in Malaysia to the distinguished NNg User Experience Conference in Las Vegas, USA in 2007. He was the head of design department from 2007-2009 and involved in various research projects under the USM’s Apex and Research University grants since 2009.
Research Interest:
Cross-Cultural Studies, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, User Interface Design, User Experience, User Personas Studies, Design Practice and Research.
Book Chapter:
2011 Goh, C. H. (2011). Penang Street Food. In S. B. Tan (Ed.), The Multicultural Performing Arts, Crafts, Festivals and Food of Penang. Penang: University Sains Malaysia.
2017 Goh C.H., Kulathuramaiyer N., Zaman T. (2017) Riding Waves of Change: A Review of Personas Research Landscape Based on the Three Waves of HCI. In: Choudrie J., Islam M., Wahid F., Bass J., Priyatma J. (eds) Information and Communication Technologies for Development. ICT4D.
2017 IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology, vol 504. Springer, Cham (Scopus Indexed) DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-59111-7_49.
Journal:
2008 Goh, C.H (2008). Developing a Penang Cultural Tourism Website Prototype: A User-Centred Design. Wacana Seni Journal of Art Discourse, vol.7, pg.91-109.
2016 Goh, Chu Hiang. 2016. “Cross-Cultural Web Design Study: Designers’ Challenging Task in Developing Country.” Asia Pacific Journal of Contemporary Education and Communication Technology 2 (1):190-199. *(Best Paper Award in Conference Presentation).
2018 Goh, C. H., Romainoor, N. H. (2019). User Goals, Behaviours and Attitudes: Developing Web User Personas of Art and Design Students. Art and Design Review, 7, 1-9. DOI: https://doi.org/10.4236/adr.2019.71001.
Conference Proceeding:
2009 Nagalingam, S., & Goh, C. H. (2009). Sustaining Cultural Tourism Online: Video Documentary as a Digital Media Content. Paper presented at the Proceedings of 2nd National Symposium on Tourism Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang.
2015 Goh, C.H (2015). Cross-Cultural Web Design Study: Researchers’ Challenging Tasks in Developing Country. 1st Asia Pacific Conference on Contemporary Research, Kuala Lumpur.
2017 Goh, Chu Hiang, Narayanan Kulathuramaiyer, and Tariq Zaman. 2017. “Riding Waves of Change: A Review of Personas Research Landscape Based on the Three Waves of HCI.” in The 14th International Conference on Social Implications of Computers in Developing Countries IFIP Workgroup 9.4 2017 Conference, Royal Ambarrukmo, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Award & Recognition:
1999 Dean’s List – School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 1999
2005 Appreciation Award for Excellent Service (Anugerah Sijil Perkhidmatan Cemerlang), Ministry of Education Malaysia.
2007 Outstanding Educators Award-Pure Arts Category (Hadiah Anugerah Pendidik Sanjungan- Kelompok Satera Tulen ), Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2007 Appreciation Award for Excellent Service (Anugerah Sijil Perkhidmatan Cemerlang), Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2007 4th Prize Winner, Maxis Mobile Content Challenge, MCMC & Maxis Communication Sdn.Bhd.
2016 Best Paper Award, 1st Asia Pacific Conference on Contemporary Research, Kuala Lumpur.
2018 Editorial Board Member, Wacana Seni Journal (Scopus Indexed), School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
2019 Best Paper Award, 1st Asian Pacific Symposium on Academic Research (APSAR), Kuala Lumpur.
Course Listing:
- VRA 104E/3 – Introduction to Computer Graphic
- VRA 105/3 – Sejarah Reka Bentuk
- VGT 107E/3 – Heritage Design
- VGT 204/3 – Design Based Writing
- VGT 411/4- Design Project 1.
- VGT 412/4- Design Project 2.
Ext::3417

Lecturer
Dr. Muhizam Mustafa
Personal Statement
Muhizam Mustafa joined Graphic Communication Department, School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2009 as a senior lecturer after 4 years teaching stint with the Visual Communication and Interior Architecture department with Birmingham City University, United Kingdom. This include teaching experiences in Silpakorn International University Bangkok and IVE Hong Kong university. His background in architecture and art has led him to pursue a research on the public art in the urban environment and its impact on social inclusion. He completed his PhD from Birmingham Institute of Art & Design with his thesis titled ‘Public Art in Malaysia: A Case Study of Putrajaya’. Currently Muhizam is the director to the International Mobility and Collaboration Centre (IMCC-USM) at Universiti Sains Malaysia.
Paper
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2009, Public Art in the Federal Territory of Putrajaya: Questions of Value and Role, Wancana Seni: Journal of Arts Discourse, Volume 8: ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2011, Typology of Malaysia Public Art in Post Colonial Setting, International Journal for Arts in Society, Common Ground Publishing, 6:1,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA , MAHSA BEHNOOD , RAHMAN MOHAMED , IZMER MOHAMED, 2011, Proportion On Pottery Motifs of Ancient Persia from 5000 B.C, 2nd Symposium of USM Fellowship 2011, : ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2011, Basic design Principles in Ancient Persia, Design Principles & Practices: An International Journal, 5:1,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2012, Questioning the Public Art, Eco Architecture IV: Harmonisation Between Nature and Architecture, : ,
MUMTAZ BEGUM BINTI PV ABOO BACKER , A.S. HARDY BIN SHAFII , MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA , NURUL FARHANA LOW BT. ABDULLAH, 2012, Looking Back to the Past: Revival of Traditional Food Packaging, 2012 2nd Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 15-16 October, Jerejak Island Rainforest Resort, Penang, : , 87-108
Questioning the Public Art, Eco Architecture IV: Harmonisation Between Nature and Architecture, : ,
MUMTAZ BEGUM BINTI PV ABOO BACKER , A.S. HARDY BIN SHAFII , MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA , NURUL FARHANA LOW BT. ABDULLAH, 2012, Looking Back to the Past: Revival of Traditional Food Packaging, 2012 2nd Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 15-16 October, Jerejak Island Rainforest Resort, Penang, : , 87-108
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2012, A Midsummer Night Dream (AMND) Dissected Through The mapping of GIS of Local and Global Dance Interpretation, 2012 2nd Regional Conference on Local Knowledge 15-16 October, Jerejak Island Rainforest Resort, Penang, :
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA , MUHAMMAD HELMI BAKAR, 2013, Visual Complexity Elements That Affect Consumer Attention on Social Media Ads, Proceedings of Malaysian Technical Universities Conference on Engineering & Technology (MUCET), : ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA, 2013, Simon Says Syndrome in Art and Design Education, DRS CUMULUS Design Learning for Tommorow Vol.3, 3: ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA (201), Advertising Avoidance in Social Network Sites, WIT Transaction on Information and Communication Technology, : ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAFA , MUHAMMAD HELMI BAKAR (2014), “Avoidance Factors Against Online Advertisements”, International Conference on Advances in Computing,Communication and Information Technology 2014, : ,
MUHIZAM BIN MUSTAF, (2015), Ancient Public Art: Menhirs/Megalith in The Malay Archipelago, International Conference of Local Knowledge, :,
IRWAN SUDARISMAN, MUHIZAM MUSTAFA, HAFIZAL MD ISA, (2018), Effect of Intervention of Street Vendors on Public Spaces in Tegalaga Park Bandung Indonesia, International Journal of Property Sciences ISSN2229-8568
Book, Chapter in a Book, Published Papers & Proceedings
Year | Proceeding | Event Name | Event Description |
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2018 | Irwan Sudarisman, Muhizam Mustafa, Hafizal Md Isa | ASEAN Postgraduate 2018,Universiti Malaya | Public Spaces in Tegalaga Park Bandung Indonesia |
2018 | Dodi Friestya, Muhizam Mustafa, Hafizal Md Isa | International Conference ASEAN Postgraduate 2018, Universiti Malaya | IThe Publicness Degree of Public Sphere in Bandung City West Java: A Case study of Alun Alun Square Bandung |
2016 | Mumtaz Begum, Muhizam Mustafa, Praveena M | International Conference and Festival Kedah Tua | Bermulanya Di Sini… Kedah |
2016 | Loo Yih Charn, Muhizam Mustafa | International Conference on Humanities | Effectiveness of Visual Experience: A Case Study of Jimmy Narrative Illustration |
2015 | Muhizam Mustafa | International Conference in Local Knowledge | Ancient Public Art: Batu Hidup/Menhir Malaysia |
2015 | Zainurul, Muhizam Mustafa | International Conference in Local Knowledge | Popularise Imagery of Malaysian Through Lat Cartoon |
2015 | Mohd Nazar Yamat, Muhizam Mustafa | International Conference in Local Knowledge | Revival of Traditional Food Packaging |
2013 | Muhizam Mustafa | Malaysian Technical Universities Conference on Enginnering & Technology (MUCET) | Visual Complexity Elements that Effect Consumer Attention on Social Media Ads |
2013 | Muhizam Mustafa, AS Hardy Shafii, Sumetha Nagalingam, Jason Tye, Jasni Dolah | 2nd International Art & Design Conference, Oslo, Norway | Simon Says Syndrome in art & Design Education |
2011 | Muhizam Mustafa | The International Arts in the Society International Conference, Berlin | Model of Malaysia’s Public art in a Post Colonial Setting |
Year | Journal | Title | Description |
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2014 | Chris Cheng, Muhizam Mustafa | International Conference in Computing, Communication & Information Technology | Avoidance Factors on Online Advertistment |
2013 | Muhizam Mustafa | WIT Transaction on Information, Singapore | Advertising Avoidance in Social Network Sites |
2011 | Muhizam Mustafa | Arts in the Society Journal, Illinois, USA Vol.6 Issue 1 2011 | The Typology of Malaysia’s Public art in a Post Colonial Setting |
2011 | Mahsa Behnood, A Rahman, Izmer, Muhizam | Arts in the Society, Illinois, USA | Basic design Principles in Ancient Persia |
2009 | Muhizam Mustafa | Art Discourse International Refereed Journal, USM Penang Vol.8 2009 | Public Art in the Federal Territory of Putrajaya: Questions of Value & Role |
Year | Chapter in a Book | Title | Description |
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2013 | Mahsa Behnood, Muhizam Mustafa | WIT Transaction on Information, Singapore | Design Basics in Ancient Persia 5000 BC |
2012 | Muhizam Mustafa | Buku Kecetakan Akademik II Pusat Pengajian Komunikasi | Komunikasi Visual: Maksud yangTersurat & Tersirat |
2011 | Muhizam Mustafa | School of the Arts/Ministry of Education Malaysia ISBN: 978-967-394-069-1 | Kompilasi karya Esei: Kelestarian dan Kerelevanan Seni Visual dalam era Kemajuan |
1997 | Muhizam Mustafa | Research paper, Kent United Kingdom | ‘Traditional Architecture: A study of the Malay house’ |
Email:sam.muhizam@gmail.com
Ext:4653

Lecturer
Dr. Gene Lim Jing Yi
Personal Statement
I have conducted research on youth digital literacy and am currently working on projects that aim to cultivate digital competency among young people. My research interests include digital competency and society, cultural heritage, and visual communication design.
Journal:
- Shanthi Balraj, Lim Jing Yi (2018). A Perspective of Creative Practitioners on the Use of Social Media among Creative Arts Students. In Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (JSSH), 26 (2). Universiti Putra Malaysia.
- Shanthi Balraj,Ambigapathy Pandian, Muhizam Mustafa, Mumtaz Begum Backer, Ilangko Subramanian, Lim Jing Yi (2015). “Captivated with Facebook: Constructions, Contexts and Consequences”. In Networked Media Content Research Report. Vol. 2 (Page 26- 46)
- Shanthi Balraj,Ambigapathy Pandian, Muhizam Mustafa, Mumtaz Begum Backer, Ilangko Subramanian, Lim Jing Yi (2015). “Captivated with Facebook: Constructions, Contexts and Consequences”. In Networked Media Content Research Summary. Vol. 2 (Page 8- 12)
Book Chapter:
- Lim Jing Yi (2014) Inherit ‘Decade of Georgetown’. In ‘Georgetown: Our Stories’ Georgetown World Heritage Inc. Publication.
Newspaper Article:
- Lim Jing Yi (2014, 21st October) An open discussion on Hillside Development: Hillside Development for Affordable Properties, A Concern by the Public. Series 5: Voices of the Public. Kwong Wah Yit Poh, p. A11.
- Lim Jing Yi (2014, 23rd October) An open discussion on Hillside Development: Strict Enforcement on Development for Safety. Series 6: Voices of the Public. Kwong Wah Yit Poh, p. A9.
- Lim Jing Yi (2014, 27th October) An open discussion on Hillside Development: A report on Penang Hillside Development. Series 10: Research Report. Kwong Wah Yit Poh, p. A9.
- Lim Jing Yi (2014, 28th October) An open discussion on Hillside Development: Different Perspectives on Hill Land Development. Series 11: Research Report. Kwong Wah Yit Poh, p. A11.
Course Listing
- VGT 101/4 – Graphic Advertising.
- VGT 102E/3-Text Literacy and Publishing.
- VRA 107E/3- Heritage Design.
- VGT 411/4- Design Project 1.
- VGT 412/4- Design Project 2.

Lecturer
Dr. Zuriawati Ahmad Zahari
Qualifications
Ph.D. (Graphic Communication), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
MA & Design (Visual Communication and New Media), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
BFA (Hons.) (New Media Design and Technology), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Personal statement
Creating graphic design and interactive multimedia has been my central skill for many years. With the rise of technology, I am growing my interest and involvement in UI/UX design, as well as app planning and creation.
Publications
Proceedings
Zuriawati Ahmad Zahari, Mohd Asyiek Mat Desa, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2014). Permainan Tradisional dan Teknologi: Penelitian dan Tinjauan Terhadap Persepsi Kanak-kanak. REKA 2014, International Conference on Creative Media, Design & Technology. Pusat Pengajian Seni, Universiti Sains Malaysia. ISBN 978-967-13104-0-3, P.397-401
Chapter in the book
- Zuriawati Ahmad Zahari, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2015). Penggunaan Elemen Multimedia Interaktif dalam Memelihara Permainan Tradisional Melayu Melalui Telefon Mudah Alih. Penerokaan Teknologi Melalui Seni dan Warisan dalam Kearifan Tempatan Pulau Pinang: Universiti Sains Malaysia Press. ISBN: 978-983-861-916-5
- Zuriawati Ahmad Zahari, Mohd Asyiek Mat Desa, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2017). Permainan Tradisional: Antara Teknologi dan Warisan. Warisan Kearifan Tempatan: Pemeliharaan Melalui Teknologi. Pulau Pinang: Universiti Sains Malaysia Press. ISBN: 978-967-461-221-4
- Zuriawati Ahmad Zahari, Mohd Asyiek Mat Desa, Norfarizah Mohd Bakhir (2017). Tinjauan Terhadap Pola Bermain Kanak-Kanak Dalam Merekayasakan Permainan Tradisional. Warisan Kearifan Tempatan: Pemeliharaan Melalui Teknologi. Pulau Pinang: Universiti Sains Malaysia Press. ISBN: 978-967-461-221-4
Course Listing
- VGT411 Design Project 1 (Graphic Design)
- VGT412 Design Project 2 (Graphic Design)
- VRA101 Elements and Principles of Design
- VRA104E Introduction to Computer Graphic
- VRA106 Basic Narrative Structure and Image Generation
- VMT214 Interactive Media 2
Email:zuriawati@usm.my
Ext:6627

Lecturer
Dr. Rasslenda
Personal Statement
Dr. Rasslenda is a lecturer in the Graphic Communication Department, School of The Arts, USM. She completed her Ph.D. in Instructional Strategies in Designing an Emotionally Sound Web-based Instruction from Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2019, Dr Rasslenda’s research activities focus upon Educational Technology, Emotions and Learning, Human-Computer Interaction and User Interface Design. Her current focus is on Educational Technology and Gamification.
Research Interests
Aesthetic Preference, Visual Design & Human Perception, Culture Digitization, Intangible Cultural Heritage
Publication
- Doraisamy, V., Alomari, S., & Rasalingam, R. R. (2022). Enhance the latency of mobile cloud gaming system. International Journal of Wireless and Mobile Computing, 22(3-4), 236-250.
2. Hai, D. S. T., Joshua Thomas, J., Jothi, J. A., & Rasalingam, R. R. (2021, December). Detection of Invertebrate Virus Carriers Using Deep Learning Networks to Prevent Emerging Pandemic-Prone Disease in Tropical Regions. In International Conference on Intelligent Computing & Optimization (pp. 120-131). Springer, Cham.
3. Rasalingam, R. R. (2019, October). The Effects of Emotionally Sound Web-Based Instruction on Performance, Engagement and Retention. In International Conference on Intelligent Computing & Optimization (pp. 329-338). Springer, Cham.
4. Rasalingam, R. R., Muniandy, B., & Rass, R. (2014). Exploring the application of Augmented Reality technology in early childhood classroom in Malaysia. Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSR-JRME), 4(5), 33-40.
5. Rasalingam, R. R., Muniandy, B., & Rasalingam, R. R. (2014). The acceptance and use of online shopping by the digital natives and digital immigrants. Journal of Research & Method in Education, 4(5), 4-15.
Awards & Recognitions
UOW Malaysia KDU 2020 Staff Awards
Teaching Excellence Award
Course Listing
- VGT 205/2 – Art Direction
- VGT 412/4- Design Project 2
Email:rasslenda@usm.my