Aimman Hafizal
Aimman Hafizal (b. 1995, Johor, Malaysia) is a contemporary painter whose illustrative practice draws from anime, manga, and Malay folktales to explore memory and cultural identity. Based in Shah Alam, his works revisit childhood nostalgia and popular culture, blending whimsical imagery with layered storytelling that bridges tradition and contemporary life, offering viewers a reflective yet imaginative visual experience.
EDUCATION
MA of Fine Art & Technology, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor
BA (Hons) Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor
Diploma in Fine Art, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Seri Iskandar, Perak
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Back to School, ACCESS KL Art Fair, Kloé Hotel KL, Malaysia
What If? A Journey Through Folktales, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
Imaginarium Show, Cafe Studio Damansara, Malaysia
INTERNATIONAL SHOW/ART FAIRS
Art Moments Jakarta 2026 with G13 Gallery, Agora Ballroom, Jakarta, Indonesia
Art Future 2026 with G13 Gallery, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Taiwan
CIMB Artober Art & Soul with G13 Gallery, MITEC Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ASYAAF (Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival) 2024, National Theatre Company Baek Sung-hee Jang Min-Ho, Seoul, South Korea
Hotel Art Fair Bangkok with G13 Gallery, Thailand
CIMB Artober Art & Soul with TOKO Art, MITEC Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
EUPHORIA by Zhan Art Space, CIMB Hotel Art Fair, Four Point by Sheraton, Malaysia
ASYAAF (Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival) 2023, Hongik University, Seoul, South Korea
CIMB Artober Art & Soul with Artas Galeri, MITEC Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
SPICE, Muzi Art Gallery Taipei, Taiwan
The November Show, Pinto Art Museum, Antipolo, Philippines
Flo~Rest, Duo Exhibition, Artas Galeri, CIMB Art Hotel, Malaysia
Sanggar Bambu dan Lingkaran Persahabatan Exhibition, Galeri SMSR, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Exploration Recidency 3 Exhibition, Saung Banon Arts, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
In Between Worlds: Four Emerging Voices in Contemporary Art, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
Putih Tidak Pernah Kosong, Galeri Puteh, Kuala Lumpur
SCALED-DOWN @ Yap Ah Shak House, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
1000 Tiny Artworks by Studio Red, Hin Bus Depot, Pulau Pinang
Mini Mini Art Toy Exhibition, Michael Chuah Gallery, GMBB Kuala Lumpur
MR.DIY Art Competition 2025, KEN Gallery TTDI
Bridging Generations: Old School X New Rules, Galeri Petronas, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Palette Project, GMBB Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Outlook: Contemporary Malaysian Painting, ARTSY Online Exhibition, G13 Gallery
Urban Narratives @ Yap Ah Shak House, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
Celebrating Diversity: Consuming Culture, Constructing Identity, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
First Chapter, Iltizam Seni by Ekuinas, Galeri Puteh, Malaysia
Sesat di Kuala Lumpur, Galeri Puteh, Malaysia
Masih Ada Waktu, Bank Negara Malaysia, Malaysia
Bon Art-Petit, TOKO Art, Pavilion Damansara Height, Malaysia
RHB Art with Heart, Concourse BSC Bangsar, Malaysia
HOM ART OPEN 2023, HOM Art Trans, Malaysia
Hallyu Korean Wave Exhibition, National Art Gallery, Malaysia
Lembaran, Artas 3rd Anniversary Group Exhibition, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
Flowers in Art, Nadine Fine Art, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Colours of Freedom, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
RHB Art with Heart 2023, Concourse BSC Bangsar, Malaysia
ADA Kawan-kawan, Galeri Puteh, KL ECO City, Malaysia
TELUR PECAH 3.0, GMBB Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KECIK, Core Design Gallery, Malaysia
Light & Dark Exhibition, Balai Seni Maybank, Malaysia
CARCA MARBA, Core Design Gallery, Malaysia
Metier, Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
VIRTUE(AL) 3.0, Arto Movement, Malaysia
BEBAS, Artas 2nd Anniversary Group Exhibition, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
WWF Malaysia GLOBAL Tiger Day 2022, Pavillion Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
Synthesis: Love, Dreams, Hope. Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
Inspiring Malaysia: Merdeka Live Painting, Publika, Malaysia
Petals of Nationalism, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
RHB Art with Heart, Concourse BSC Bangsar, Malaysia
KAWAN: U12 Art Community group Exhibition, Segaris Art Centre, Malaysia
ScreamDudukRumah Exhibition, Selangor Youth, Malaysia
VIRTUE(AL) 2.0, Arto Movement, Malaysia
Tribute to Malaysians, Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
I Am An Artist 1.0, Core Design Gallery, Subang, Malaysia
Ameliorate, Sustainable & Environmental Art Assemble, Galeri Prima, Malaysia
The SELF in Art, GMBB Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ARTAIDSARTIST Phase III, HOM Art Trans, Malaysia
PORTALS: New Horizon, Rumah Tangsi KL, Malaysia
Possibilia, Rumah Seni Selangor, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
HOM Art Open 2020, HOM Art Trans Ampang, Malaysia
Oeuvre, Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
Traversing 175, Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
VIRTUE(AL), Virtual Art Exhibition Arto Movement, Malaysia
WARNANEGARA, Segaris Art Centre, Malaysia
MA Show, UiTM Jalan Othman, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
RAW, LIGHTCRAFT Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
RAW Curatorial Talk, LIGHTCRAFT Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Design Social Innovation & Sustainable Community, Galeri Shah Alam, Malaysia
Morphosis, Galeri Prima, Bangsar, Malaysia
Anugerah Seni MIDF 2018, Menara MIDF Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
U12 Art Exhibition, Galeri Prima Bangsar, Malaysia
Art For All, Live Painting Performance, Galeri Petronas, Malaysia
BOFA @ TAPAK 2018, TAPAK Gallery, Shah Alam, Malaysia
BOFA 17/18 Degree Show, UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia
Mindscape, Malaysia-India Interculture Exhibition, Hulo KL, Malaysia
Anugerah Seni MIDF, Menara MIDF Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Rantai Art, Klebang, Melaka, Malaysia
Art Bazaar Bank Negara Malaysia, One World Hotel, Damansara, Malaysia
Nando’s Art Initiative, Publika, Malaysia
Imaginarium Show, Cafe Studio Damansara, Malaysia
ECO Art, Installation and Exhibition, ANDES Project, Alam Impian, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Young And New VI 2016, Hom Art Trans, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
1x1 Exhibition, Gallery Titik Merah, Publika, Malaysia
Energy - Present & Future (Petronas Art Competition), Petronas Gallery
Identiti Show, Al-Biruni Gallery, UiTM Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Nando’s Art Initiative 2015, Publika, Malaysia
AWARDS
Spotlight Award, MR.DIY Art Competition 2025, KEN Gallery, Malaysia
Vice Chancellor Award (ANC), UiTM Shah Alam, Malaysia
Major Award, Anugerah Seni MIDF, Menara MIDF Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Vice Chancellor Award (ANC), UiTM Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia
Best Technical Art, Energy - Present & Future (Petronas Art Competition) Galeri Petronas, Malaysia
RESIDENCY
Iltizam Seni by Ekuinas, Galeri Puteh
Explortion Residency 3, Saung Banon Arts, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
The Place We Landed I
Aimman Hafizal
50(H) x 39(W )x 46(D)cm
Acrylic Painted on Wood
2025
Kuala Lumpur as a site of artistic experimentation, where the city's layered history and rapid transformation serve as both subject and medium. By choosing this metropolis as a focal point, the artwork uncovers the unseen narratives within its urban fabric, the stories of migration, resilience and adaptation. The forest symbolizes both mystery and exploration, mirroring the experience of those who journey here to carve out a life. Through this work, the artist examines how Kuala Lumpur is more than just a city; it is a living landscape where dreams and realities converge, shaping identities and redefining the notion of home.
The Place We Landed I
Aimman Hafizal
50(H) x 39(W )x 46(D)cm
Acrylic Painted on Wood
2025
Kuala Lumpur as a site of artistic experimentation, where the city's layered history and rapid transformation serve as both subject and medium. By choosing this metropolis as a focal point, the artwork uncovers the unseen narratives within its urban fabric, the stories of migration, resilience and adaptation. The forest symbolizes both mystery and exploration, mirroring the experience of those who journey here to carve out a life. Through this work, the artist examines how Kuala Lumpur is more than just a city; it is a living landscape where dreams and realities converge, shaping identities and redefining the notion of home.
Golden Hour Journey
Aimman Hafizal
91 x 91 cm
Acrylic on Canvas
2025
In Golden Hour Journey, the artist redefines "bagai itik pulang petang", which describes slow and sluggish movement. Here, the ducks are not lagging behind but walking with purpose, savouring the journey. Each hill symbolizes patience and resilience, reminding us that moving at our own pace can lead to the most meaningful experiences.
Golden Hour Journey
Aimman Hafizal
91 x 91 cm
Acrylic on Canvas
2025
In Golden Hour Journey, the artist redefines "bagai itik pulang petang", which describes slow and sluggish movement. Here, the ducks are not lagging behind but walking with purpose, savouring the journey. Each hill symbolizes patience and resilience, reminding us that moving at our own pace can lead to the most meaningful experiences.
The Taste of Home
Aimman Hafizal
30(H) x 52(W) x 72(D)cm
Acrylic Paint on 3D Print & Wood
2025
“The Taste of Home’’ is a sculptural universe shaped by my childhood breakfasts, where my mom's nasi lemak was always the sunshine on my plate. This island reimagines nasi lemak as a living archipelago, with rice mountains and bustling towns, celebrating how a humble meal can unite us beyond taste; into memory, identity and home. Created in celebration of Merdeka month, this artwork honours Malaysia’s diversity through a breakfast that nourished my dreams, reminding us that food is more than sustenance, but it’s also a way to remember who we are.
The Taste of Home
Aimman Hafizal
30(H) x 52(W) x 72(D)cm
Acrylic Paint on 3D Print & Wood
2025
“The Taste of Home’’ is a sculptural universe shaped by my childhood breakfasts, where my mom's nasi lemak was always the sunshine on my plate. This island reimagines nasi lemak as a living archipelago, with rice mountains and bustling towns, celebrating how a humble meal can unite us beyond taste; into memory, identity and home. Created in celebration of Merdeka month, this artwork honours Malaysia’s diversity through a breakfast that nourished my dreams, reminding us that food is more than sustenance, but it’s also a way to remember who we are.
G13 GALLERY 16TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW
8 - 29 AUGUST 2026
In Between Worlds
11 - 25 July 2026
SCALED – DOWN @ YAS HOUSE
1 - 9 Nov 2025
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY
16 - 30 AUGUST 2025
Urban Narratives
28 Feb - 11 Mar 2025
ART MOMENTS JAKARTA 2026
4 - 7 June 2026
ACCESS KL ART FAIR
17 - 19 APRIL 2026
ART FUTURE TAIPEI 2026
9 - 11 Jan 2026
