Truly Malaysia: A cartoon drawing demonstration is part of the various events at the two-day Merdeka Sukacipta programme. — Bernama
KUALA LUMPUR: The two-day Merdeka Sukacipta programme organised by the National Art Gallery in conjunction with National Day and Malaysia Day is a great platform to showcase the works of creative groups nationwide.
Gallery director-general Amer-rudin Ahmad said the programme, which started yesterday, also supports efforts to cultivate the culture of creativity among Malaysians while sparking the spirit of patriotism.
“There are over 2,000 individuals registered in our database gathered through Jejak Seni Malaysia. Providing such a platform helps them showcase their unique works of art and also generate income,” he said after launching Merdeka Sukacipta, here yesterday.
Amerrudin said various events have been lined up, including children’s drawing and colouring, creative costume and figure drawing contests.
He said there was great participation from artists, especially those with children, all of whom joined in the Malaysia Day and National Day celebrations as well.
Merdeka Sukacipta was made merrier with bazaar sales, health screenings, car boot sales, rock climbing, Zumba programmes, and performances by singers Amir Jahari, Leaism and El Montaro last night.
An estimated 5,000 people are expected to attend the event and, as of yesterday afternoon, about 2,000 visitors had been recorded.
“I hope our society will be more exposed and encouraged to take an interest in such creative activities to produce the types of patriotic artwork we have seen today,” said Amerrudin.
Visitor Norzila Aiman said she wanted her children to take part in the various activities which would also instil a sense of patriotism.
“I brought my children to participate in the contests. Earlier, there was a quiz where they learned about the country and they also took part in a colouring contest,” said the mother of two. – Bernama
