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SHAFURDIN HABIB : Movement II, 2004

Movement II by Shafurdin Habib is an evocative watercolor painting that showcases the artist’s mastery in capturing fluidity and energy in nature. Known for his vibrant depictions of the Malaysian landscape, Shafurdin often uses watercolor to portray movement, light, and atmosphere with remarkable precision. Movement II stands out as a testament to this style, blending dynamic strokes and vivid hues to reflect the beauty of motion in a natural setting. In this piece, Shafurdin uses bold and sweeping brushstrokes to create a sense of constant motion, whether it’s the rustling of leaves, the sway of trees, or the ripple of water. The colors—ranging from lush greens and deep blues to warm earth tones—mimic the natural environment while providing an abstract yet familiar feel. The use of light within the painting adds an ethereal quality, giving the landscape a fleeting, dreamlike essence.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Santai, 2017 & Senja di Kota Marudu, 2017

Born in Kampung Basong, Perak, Shafurdin now in his 60’s, smiles as he recalls his childhood days in the villages, “...as a schoolboy I loved drawing-all my school exercise books were full of my pencil drawings.” A humble hobby soon turned into a a deep passion. In his twenties, when Shafurdin moved to Kuala Lumpur, he bestfriended established watercolourists, among them the famed Khalil Ibrahim. In fact, Khalil’s influence is discerned in many of Shafurdin’s works; compare Khalil’s “Tumpat, Kelantan Fishing Village” (1978) and Shafurdin’s “Berlabuh”. The artist actively pursued painting all through the 1980’s, mainly to compose a good number of pieces to join professional art clubs. During this time, he exhibited at Pok Balai Seni Lukis Sabah (1987).

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Padi Menguning, 2017

Born in Kampung Basong, Perak, Shafurdin now 50 smiles as he recalls his childhood days in the villages, “...as a schoolboy I loved drawing-all my school exercise books were full of my pencil drawings.” A humble hobby soon turned into a a deep passion. In his twenties, when Shafurdin moved to Kuala Lumpur, he bestfriended established watercolourists, among them the famed Khalil Ibrahim. In fact, Khalil’s influence is discerned in many of Shafurdin’s works; compare Khalil’s “Tumpat, Kelantan Fishing Village” (1978) and Shafurdin’s “Berlabuh”. The artist actively pursued painting all through the 198o’s, mainly to compose a good number of pieces to join professional art clubs. During this time, he exhibited at Pok Balai Seni Lukis Sabah (1987).

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Santai, 2017

Born in Kampung Basong, Perak, Shafurdin now 50 smiles as he recalls his childhood days in the villages, “...as a schoolboy I loved drawing-all my school exercise books were full of my pencil drawings.” A humble hobby soon turned into a a deep passion. In his twenties, when Shafurdin moved to Kuala Lumpur, he bestfriended established watercolourists, among them the famed Khalil Ibrahim. In fact, Khalil’s influence is discerned in many of Shafurdin’s works; compare Khalil’s “Tumpat, Kelantan Fishing Village” (1978) and Shafurdin’s “Berlabuh”. The artist actively pursued painting all through the 1980’s, mainly to compose a good number of pieces to join professional art clubs. During this time, he exhibited at Pok Balai Seni Lukis Sabah (1987).

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Pemandangan Sawah Padi, 2014

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the scenery of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity of a kampung house, surrounded by paddy fields as vast as the horizon.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Padi Menguning, 2017

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity of a kampung house, surrounded by paddy field as vast as the horizon.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Santai, 2017

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. He was born in Kampung Basong, Perak, in 1961. A hobby he had as a boy, which was drawing in all his exercise book, turned into something big as he developed a real passion for art. Many of his influences are derived from Khalil Ibrahim, whom he befriended after he moved to Kuala Lumpur to pursue art.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Penang III, 2017

Shafurdin Habib loves the Malaysian scenery – whether it is the countryside or historical buildings. He is one of the specialists that holds a high respect for the Malaysian wide open, and this is regularly the subject of his artistic creations. Splendidly executed with only the use of watercolour, this narration of Penang is gorgeous and nostalgic, portraying fishermen boats docked and a beautiful scenery in the distance, enveloped by trees. His exemplary hand, the clever play of light and shadow, as well as the balance between subject and space, makes this piece really is truly unique and stunning.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Armenian Street, 2007 & Lanca, 2017

The nostalgic part of Malaysia certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity. This is evident in Armenian Street, 2017 and Lanca, 2017, both meticulously displaying the charm of the streets of Penang. Through his works, the artist transports viewers to the scene.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Penang Street Food II, Penang Series, 2017

The Pearl of the Orient certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the junction of a street in Penang. Although it is a simple depiction of the scenery of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Penang Street Food, Penang Series, 2017

The nostalgic part of Malaysia certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Penang, 2017

Shafurdin Habib loves the Malaysian scenery – whether it is the countryside or historical buildings. He is one of the specialists that holds a high respect for the Malaysian wide open, and this is regularly the subject of his artistic creations. Splendidly done with only the use of watercolour, this painting of the Penang Ferry is gorgeous on its own due to his exemplary hand, the clever play of light and shadow, as well as the balance between subject and space, this piece really is truly unique and stunning.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Rojak Pasembor, Penang Street, 2017

The nostalgic part of Malaysia certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Wet Market, Campbell Street, Penang, 2012

The undeveloped part of Malaysia certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the historical buildings, market and its residents. Although it is a simple depiction of the scenery of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Peasant Landscape Series - Menyusuri Tebing, 2011

Shafurdin Habib, a self-taught artist who pursued painting all through the 1980s was born in Kampung Basong, Perak. His innate passion for art as a schoolboy translated to pencil drawings on the pages of his school exercise books. What was a humble hobby soon becoming a profound hunger which led him to make a giant leap from the comforts of his kampung to Kuala Lumpur. Sharfudin’s style of work highlights the simple, Malaysian rural life. The fuel of his paintings are derived from the whole experience of being in the country, from the fisherman toiling at sea to the women pounding spices on their verandas and the villagers returning home from their antics.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Tunaian II, 2011

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skillfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Menyusuri Sungai, 2011

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the hills, the trees, the skies along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity. Another stunning rendition by Shafurdin Habib entitled ‘Menyusuri Sungai, 2011’ is almost true to life with its meticulous execution. This landscape work sees a man on a sampan cruising through the river, surrounded by mangrove trees and other foliage against the blue skies brings viewers back to the simplicity of life.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Pulang II, 2011

Shafurdin Habib, a self-taught artist who pursued painting all through the 1980s was born in Kampung Basong, Perak. His innate passion for art as a schoolboy translated to pencil drawings on the pages of his school exercise books. What was a humble hobby soon became a profound hunger which led him to make a giant leap from the comforts of his kampung to Kuala Lumpur. Shafurdin’s style of work highlights the simple, Malaysian rural life as seen in ‘Pulang II’. The fuel of his paintings are derived from the whole experience of being in the country, from the abundance of natural foliage, the simplicity in the way of life as shown in ‘Pulang II” – villagers are seen returning home as the day comes to an end.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Bali Series - Temple by the River, 2009

Shafurdin Habib loves the scenery – whether it is the Malaysian countryside or sceneries and places that he travelled to. He is one of the specialists that holds a high respect for the greeneries and landscapes, and this is regularly the subject of his artistic creations. Splendidly done with only the use of watercolour, this painting of an old temple by the river is gorgeous on its own due to his exemplary hand, the clever play of light and shadow, as well as the balance between subject and space, this piece really is truly unique and stunning. It may seem like one of those sceneries that no one will pay attention to, but due to Shafurdin’s picturesque rendition of it, one may start to appreciate the beauty in the simplest of things. Many of his influences are derived from Khalil Ibrahim, whom he befriended after he moved to Kuala Lumpur to pursue art.

Shafurdin Habib (b. Perak, 1961) Ladies, 2001

Inspiration comes in many forms, and for Shafurdin Habib, it is the countryside of Malaysia and its picturesque landscape. Depicted in the scene a group of ladies wearing bright color batik. Shafurdin Habib was born in 1961 Kampung Basong, Perak. He is a member of Malaysian Watercolour Organization and also a good friend of the late Khalil Ibrahim.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Pulang II, 2011

Shafurdin Habib, a self-taught artist who pursued painting all through the 1980s was born in Kampung Basong, Perak. His innate passion for art as a schoolboy translated to pencil drawings on the pages of his school exercise books. What was a humble hobby soon became a profound hunger which led him to make a giant leap from the comforts of his kampung to Kuala Lumpur. Shafurdin’s style of work highlights the simple, Malaysian rural life as seen in ‘Pulang II’. The fuel of his paintings are derived from the whole experience of being in the country, from the abundance of natural foliage, the simplicity in the way of life as shown in ‘Pulang II” - villagers are seen returning home as the day comes to an end.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Peasant Landscape Series - Menyusuri Tebing, 2011

"Sharfudin Habib, a self-taught artist who pursued painting all through the 1980s was born in Kampung Basong, Perak. His innate passion for art as a schoolboy translated to pencil drawings on the pages of his school exercise books. What was a humble hobby soon becoming a profound hunger which led him to make a giant leap from the comforts of his kampung to Kuala Lumpur. Sharfudins style of work highlights the simple, Malaysian rural life. The fuel of his paintings are derived from the whole experience of being in the country, from the fisherman toiling at sea to the women pounding spices on their verandas and the villagers returning home from their antics."

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Penang I - Chowrasta Market, 2016

"The undeveloped part of Malaysia certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of unpolished buildings and raw daily lives at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skilfully the village, market and its residents. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piec , wowing the viewers with its complexity."

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Tunaian II, 2011 & Menyusuri Sungai, 2011

"The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skillfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity. It is proven in both these pieces, as Shafudinês painting comes alive through his experiences there. This piece depicts the serene milieu of farmers during harvest season. He explores the allure and essential physiognomies of the beautiful ian countrysides _ the abundant trees and the charming simplicity."

BERBASIKAL KE SEKOLAH (CYCLING TO SCHOOL) - Shafurdin Habib

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SHAFURDIN HABIB : "Tunaian II", 2011

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skillfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity. It shows young boys at a kampung scene, pointing towards the trees and searching for a bird, resulting in an atmosphere that truly reminds one of the simplest pleasures of life. It is proven in both these pieces, as Shafudin’s painting comes alive through his experiences there. This piece depicts the serene milieu of farmers during harvest season. He explores the allure and essential physiognomies of the beautiful views that make Malaysian countrysides – the abundant trees and the charming simplicity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : "Tu Burungnya", 2011

The lovely landscapes that the Malaysian countryside has to offer certainly proves as a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of nature at its best, untouched and flourishing. Utilising his virtuosity with watercolour, he paints on paper very skillfully the hills, the trees, the skies, the sands and the seas along with villagers. Although it is a simple depiction of the sceneries of a humble setting, Shafurdin fastidiously details every single bit and form of this piece, wowing the viewers with its complexity. It shows young boys at a kampung scene, pointing towards the trees and searching for a bird, resulting in an atmosphere that truly reminds one of the simplest pleasures of life. It is proven in both these pieces, as Shafudin’s painting comes alive through his experiences there. This piece depicts the serene milieu of farmers during harvest season. He explores the allure and essential physiognomies of the beautiful views that make Malaysian countrysides – the abundant trees and the charming simplicity.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Membajak, 2011

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Harga Getah Naik Lagi Ke? 2011

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Two Storks, 1997

SHAFURDIN HABIB: Pulang II, 2011

Sharfudin Habib, a self-taught artist who pursued painting all through the 1980s was born in Kampung Basong, Perak. His innate passion for art as a schoolboy translated to pencil drawings on the pages of his school exercise books. What was a humble hobby soon becoming a profound hunger which led him to make a giant leap from the comforts of his kampung to Kuala Lumpur. SharfudinÕs style of work highlights the simple, Malaysian rural life as seen in ÔPulang IIÕ. The fuel of his paintings are derived from the whole experience of being in the county, from the fisherman toiling at sea to the women pounding spices on their verandas and the villagers returning home from their antics.

SHAFURDIN HABIB: Silat, 1990

The lovely Malaysian countryside has a lot to offer and has certainly proven to be a muse for Shafurdin Habib, as he captures the beauty of the village life along with the people at its best, raw and untouched. Utilising his virtuosity with acrylic on canvas, he paints very skilfully a group of manly figures whom are all most likely doing the silat, as titled, a martial arts tradition of the Malays showing an accurate depiction of life in the countryside. Shafurdin Habib was born in Kampung Basong, Perak, in 1961. A hobby he had as a boy, which was drawing in all his exercise book, turned into something big as he developed a real passion for art. Many of his influences are derived from Khalil Ibrahim, whom he befriended after he moved to Kuala Lumpur to pursue art.

SHAFURDIN HABIB : Study of Movement I, II, III, 2004

Shafurdin Habib was born in Kampung Basong, Perak, in 1961. A hobby he had as a boy, which was drawing in all his exercise book, turned into something big as he developed a real passion for art. Many of his influences are derived from Khalil Ibrahim, whom he befriended after he moved to Kuala Lumpur to pursue art. In fact, KhalilÕs influence is discerned in many of ShafurdinÕs works, as illustrated in the ÔStudy of Movement I, II,III, 2004Õ. Contrasting to KhalilÕs infamous works, ShafurdinÕs lines in the movements are not as evident and the colours used by him are darker and more mysterious.

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, Malaysia, 1961) Chowrasta Market, 2017

Shafurdin Habib , Chowrasta Market, 2017 Watercolour on paper 45.8 x 30.5 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, Malaysia, 1961) Customs Building, (Weld Quay) Penang Waterfront, 2017

Shafurdin Habib , Customs Building, (Weld Quay) Penang Waterfront, 2017 Watercolour on paper 45.8 x 30.5 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, Malaysia, 1961) Sungai Melaka, 2014

Shafurdin Habib Sungai Melaka, 2014 Watercolour on paper 30 x 45 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, Malaysia, 1961) Bali Series - Temple by the River, 2009

Shafurdin Habib Bali Series - Temple by the River, 2009 Watercolour on paper 30.5 x 45.8 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak 1961) Penang I - Chowrasta Market, 2016

Shafurdin Habib Penang I - Chowrasta Market, 2016 Watercolour on paper 30 x 45 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak 1961 Penang) II - Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower, 2016

Shafurdin Habib Penang II - Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower, 2016 Watercolour on paper 30 x 45 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, 1961) Senja, 2014

Shafurdin Habib Senja, 2014 Watercolour on paper 56 x 76 cm

Shafurdin Habib (B. Perak, 1961) Pasar Pagi, 2005

Shafurdin Habib Pasar Pagi, 2005 Watercolour on paper 56 x 76 cm

SHAFURDIN HABIB Menyusuri Tebing, 2010 Watercolour on paper

SHAFURDIN HABIB Menyusuri Tebing, 2010 Watercolour on paper 30.5 x 45.8 cm

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) Sungai Besar Series, 2014

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) Sungai Besar Series, 2014 Signed and dated “Shafurdin Habib 2014” on lower right Watercolour on paper 54 x 74.4 cm

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) Beautiful Evening, 2014

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) Beautiful Evening, 2014 Signed and dated “Shafurdin Habib 2014” on lower right Watercolour on paper 30 x 45 cm

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) Kedai Runcit, Sungai Besar, 2014

Signed and dated “Shafurdin Habib 2014” on lower right

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) 'Masjid Ar Rahmah Ampang Pecah, Kuala Kubu Bahru'

Signed and dated "Shafurdin Habib 2014" on lower right

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) 'Mother and Child'

Signed and dated "Shafurdin Habib 08" on lower right

SHAFURDIN HABIB (B. Perak, 1961) 'Memancing & Pulang'

Signed "Shafurdin Habib 2011" on lower left