July Happenings in Kuala Lumpur

Portraits of Paradox - Massgathering by Yau Bee Ling

TILL JULY 4, WOMEN IN ISLAM
Muslim women have occupied positions of power for as long as Islam has existed. This ranges from the trading might of the Prophet Muhammad’s first wife, Khatija, to the more formal position of the 12th century Yemeni ruler, Malika Arwa. The Qur’an alludes to women of power from as long ago as the Queen of Sheba. In more recent times, the political leadership of Islamic states such as Pakistan and Bangladesh has drawn heavily on the female half of the population. The exhibition Faith & Power: Women in Islam explores a rich history that has often been overlooked. Examining the lives of these women, and attitudes to them, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is also able to provide a physical dimension with artefacts from distant times and places. Jewellery, clothing and the accoutrements of power bring new vigour to the lives of forgotten queens, consorts and wielders of influence from behind the throne.
Venue: Islamic Arts Museum, Jalan Lembah Perdana (next to National Mosque)
Time: Mondays to Sundays and Public Holidays: 10am - 6pm
Entrance: By tickets, purchasable at the museum entrance/
Details: Call 03-22742020

TILL JULY 5, ELAINE ROBERTO-NAVAS: STANDING ROOM ONLY
First solo exhibition of Filipino painter Elaine Roberto-Navas in Kuala Lumpur. Elaine's skillful use of colour and texture gives a powerful and sensual life to still objects. Through her signature thick impasto layers of paint, her work, acquire a nervous energy, leading viewers to consider painting beyond the subject matter but also its physical aspect, or 'materiality'.
Venue: Valentine Willie Fine Art, 1st Floor, 17 Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru
Time: 12 - 8pm Monday to Friday, and 12 - 6 pm Saturday. Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Details: Call03-2284 2348

TILL JULY 10, TWIST - MULTHALIB MUSA
Twist’ by Multhalib Musa, features new pieces which are an extension of a series he created in response to a suite of paintings by Yusof Ghani entitled, ‘Biring’. Just as Yusof Ghani has drawn reference to the swirl of energy, drama and dynamism present during a cockfight, Multhalib’s ‘Twist’ works similarly echo this mood.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7
JULY 1-31, KUALA LUMPUR FESTIVAL
KL celbrates the arts! City wide celebration of the arts with cultural offerings at various venues, featuring a wide range of genres.
Venue: City Wide
Details: Call 03-2615-8188/2052-3600

JULY 2, WAGASHI - THE JAPANESE TRADITIONAL CONFECTIONARY DEMONSTRATION AND WORKSHOP
Time: 10am ~ 12pm, 2nd Session: 2pm ~ 4pm
Venue: Hotel Nikko Kuala Lumpur, Bentley’s Pub (1st Floor)
Details: Call 03-2161 2104

JULY 5, CHIRIMEN POCKET TISSUE CASE MAKINGTime: 10am – noon
Venue: The Japan Foundation, Kuala Lumpur
Participation Fee: RM15
Details: Call 03-2161 2104

JULY 14-AUG 5, PORTRAITS OF PARADOX
Yau Bee Ling holds her first solo exhibition ‘Portraits of Paradox’ after an illustrious career spanning nearly thirteen years. Born in Klang in 1972, she studied painting at the Malaysian Institute of Art(MIA),graduating in 1995. Since then she has exhibited her works extensively both locally and abroad, and is a well-known artist on the Malaysian art scene.
Venue: Wei Ling Gallery, No. 8 Jalan Scott, Brickfields
Time: Mon-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat:10am-5pm (Sun : By Appointment)
Details: Call 03-2260 1106/7

JULY 20, 24TH JAPANESE SPEECH CONTEST (Kuala Lumpur rounds)
Time: From 1pm
Venue: The Japan Club of Kuala Lumpur Hall
Details: Call 03-2161 2104