Ho Mei Kei

Ho Mei Kei

Born 1993 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

EDUCATIONS

2016

Diploma in Fine Art, Dasein Academy of Art, Malaysia.

2013

Certificate in Art and Craft for Young Children, SEGI College, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

SOLO EXHIBITION

2020

New Mundane, Taksu Gallery KL, Malaysia

2018

100markah = A+? Solo Exhibition by Taksu Gallery, Malaysia.

INTERNATIONAL SHOW / ART FAIRS

2025

CIMB Artober, Group Exhibiton by Sareng Gallery, Malaysia

2023

CIMB Artober, a group exhibition with Sareng Gallery, Malaysia

2019

Art Expo Malaysia with Taksu KL, Malaysia

2018

KamiNaman Asian Art Exhibition by Art Anton, Manila, Philippines.
Sasaran International Art Festival, by Sasaran Art Association, Malaysia.
Art Expo Malaysia with Taksu KL, Malaysia
Exotic Desire--- Asian Artwork by In Live Art Space, Taiwan

2017

Yogyakarta International Art Festival by Jogja Gallery, Jakarta, Indonesia.
International Artswitch, Jogja Gallery, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

2016

Mosaic Art Project by HOM Art Trans, Art Expo Malaysia at MARTRADE, Malaysia.

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS

2025

Urban Narratives @ Yap Ah Shak House, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
Celebrating Diversity: Consuming Culture, Constructing Identity, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
The art of giving, Group Exhibition by Temu House, Malaysia
Mini Mini Art Toy Exhibition by Michael Chuah Gallery, GMBB Malaysia
Growing Together, Not Too Soon, Group Exhibition at Temu House, Malaysia
The Palette Project by Danielle at GMBB, Malaysia

2024

Art with Heart Exhibition by RHB Bank, Bangsar, Malaysia
Titikmerah, 10 Individuals/ Collectives Group Exhibition at Temu House, Malaysia
Conflux, an group exhibitions by Titikmerah at Greydea Studio, Malaysia

2023

Rekindle the Child Within, Group Exhibition with Titikmerah, Hin Bus Depot
1X1 Group Exhibition by Titikmerah at Greydea Studio
A!umninati , a group exhibition by Dasein Academy of Art, Malaysia
MEMORIA, a group exhibition by Galeri Prima, Malaysia

2022

Alchemy, a group exhibition by Sareng Gallery, Malaysia
Boxes of Dialogue by Studios Samasama, Malaysia
Simulacrum, by Titikmerah Collective, Zhan Art Space, Malaysia
Everything has changed Nothing has changed, Temu House,Malaysia

2021

Girls, The Mic is Ours!, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
The Self in Art, an inaugural exhibition by Sekutoo, Malaysia

2020

So(ul) Art, Artas Galleri,Pj, Malaysia
of Dream and Reality, Group Exhibition by G13 Gallery,Malaysia
Regaining Lost Paradise, Studio SamaSama, Malaysia.

2019

Regaining Lost Peradise, Studios SamaSama, Malaysia
Drawings Matter? HOM, Malaysia
Whose Dream House? Duo Exhibition at The Backroom KL, Malaysia
Get-go, by Titikmerah at The Backroom KL, Malaysia
Catalysis – Phrase of Transition by Dasein at HOM, Malaysia
Bakat Muda Sezaman 2019, National Art Gallery, Malaysia
The Future is Female, Taksu KL, Malaysia
Small Small World, Artemis Gallery, Malaysia
Axis by Praxis, A Meeting Place, G13 Gallery, Malaysia

2018

Echoes of Possibilities, Core Design Gallery, Malaysia
Reimagineus, Urbanscape KL Group Exhibition, Malaysia
Harapan Show, Taksu Gallery, Malaysia
Merah Putih Biru Kuning, G13 Galley, Malaysia
Pendidikan Malaysia, Duo Exhibition by Titikmerah, Malaysia
Relationship, Segaris Art Center, Malaysia
Rrrawrrr Maybank’s Emerging Women Artist Show by Maybank, Malaysia

2017

Malaysia Art A New Perspective by Richard Koh Fine Art, Malaysia.
Bilateral Bonds by Taksu KL, Malaysia.
Platform 3, Galeri Chandan, Malaysia.
Sasaran International Art Festival, Galeri Seni Mutiara, Penang, Malaysia.
101 Di Mana YOUng by Balai Seni Visual Negara, Malaysia.
Young & New 2017 by HOM Art Trans, Malaysia.
Mimpi Jadi Landskap by Taksu KL, Malaysia.
School of Thought by Segaris Art Centre, White Box, Publika, Malaysia.
Locals Only! Taksu KL, Malaysia.
Bakat Muda Sezaman Young Contemporaries, Balai Seni Visual Negara, Malaysia.

2016

Catalysis at Art Expo, Contemporary Art by Dasein Graduates, Malaysia
homeWORK, Dasein Academy of Art, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Futurama by Dasein Academy of Art, DPAC, Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

2014

Watercolor Painting, Pangkor Art Festival, Pulau Pangkor, Malaysia.

AWARDS

2017

Jury’s Award, Young Contemporaries BMS’16

2016

Shortlisted, UOB Painting of the Year Competition
1st Prize, Print Making Categories, Tanjung Heritage National Art Competition, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

All pictures shown are for Visualisation Purpose Only I

Ho Mei Kei
66x51cm
Oil on Canvas & Acrylic paint on Acrylic box
2020

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All pictures shown are for Visualisation Purpose Only I

Ho Mei Kei
66x51cm
Oil on Canvas & Acrylic paint on Acrylic box
2020

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Artist Statement

This series of artwork is inspired by my own experience of trying to own a house where it somewhat got me thinking about this obsession we have with owning our dream home. Just like any other major milestone in life, getting and owning a house is a challenge to Malaysian youths nowadays. Wanting and being able to afford your own space are two very different things.

Malaysia as a developing country remains consistent about providing access to homeownership and several incentives are given to the young starters. However, “Your Own Home” sales pitches are not the only positive side we were looking at. Or “To Own Your Dream Lifestyle with a Booking fee of Only RM1000”, followed by the ease of paying off affordable monthly loans.

We get persuaded with dreams of the luxury living that others try to sell us: high-end security features, a fountain in front of your condominium, a herbs garden and infinity pools. For me, they are all not more than illusions, that might not mean anything if you can’t enjoy them as much as you can because you’re so caught up in the everyday job routine. Also, young people are at the greatest risk when it comes to the rising price of houses, with interest rates and monthly bills unrealistically higher than their monthly income.

In this artwork, I tried to combine the imaginal line and patterns of buildings, giving my interpretation of the relationship between illusion and reality. Besides that, this series of artwork also connote the dilemma of renting versus buying.

Pilih Beg Yang Mampu Memuatkan Buku Yang Banyak

Ho Mei Kei
152.5 x 122cm
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
2018

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Pilih Beg Yang Mampu Memuatkan Buku Yang Banyak

Ho Mei Kei
152.5 x 122cm
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
2018

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Artist Statement

The painting Pilih Beg Yang Mampu Memuatkan Buku Yang Banyak by Ho Mei Kei is a satirical yet naïve depiction that highlights a common issue faced by students in Malaysia’s national schools. echoing concerns from many parents. The excessive weight of books reflects deeper issues, such as insufficient digital integration and the lack of proper locker facilities. Through this innocent yet thought-provoking portrayal, Ho Mei Kei raises important questions about whether the system truly prioritizes students’ well-being or inadvertently places unnecessary strain on them.

Colors of Kuih (Kuih Muih Series)

Ho Mei Kei
80 x 60cm
Acrylic on Canvas
2025

Through her Kuih Muih Series, particularly Colors of Kuih, Ho Mei Kei captures this transformation, using the vibrant hues of traditional kuih muih to symbolize the multicultural harmony of Kuala Lumpur. These colorful delicacies, each distinct in form and flavor, reflect Malaysia’s diverse communities coming together through shared traditions. Representing resilience, adaptation, and unity, the kuih celebrate the ever-evolving yet deeply rooted spirit of the city—much like Yap Ah Shak Street itself, where kopitiams, cafés, and international cuisines now coexist in a seamless blend of heritage and modernity.

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