Mohamad Afiq has handmade a collection of 24 local heroes in full dress uniform. Photo: Bernama
It is quite common to see people collecting superhero action figurines but for Mohamad Afiq Faiz Mohamad Amin, he prefers figurines of personnel of uniformed services such as the police and armed forces.
The 33-year-old psychology officer from Gombak, Selangor, has the ability to make 1:6 scale (about 30-cm tall) figurines from scratch, a rare skill that requires creativity, precision and patience.
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Mohamad Afiq has handmade a collection of 24 local heroes in full dress uniform. Photo: Bernama
Mohamad Afiq also mentions that he had no plans to sell his figurines despite having spent thousands of ringgit from his own savings on his collection. Photo: Bernama
Mohamad Afiq looks through his figurine exhibit which is on display at the Works Ministry office in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Bernama
A close-up of Mohamad Afiq's work process in his studio. Photo: Bernama
Two figurines from the artist's Royal Malaysian Police series. Photo: Bernama
Historical accuracy is a big part Mohamad Afiq's creative process in ensuring each figurine has a unique backstory. Photo: Bernama
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