Hug Yin Wan
Hug Yin Wan (b. 1994, Ipoh, Malaysia) is an award-winning contemporary artist specializing in woodcut mediums, through which he imbues his philosophy on life into his art. Drawing inspiration from nature, Hug’s works reflect a mature thought process and creativity, seamlessly intertwining conceptual depth with technical precision.
A graduate of Dasein Academy of Art with a Diploma in Fine Art, his innovative approach has earned him accolades such as the Gold Award in the Established Artist Category at the UOB Painting of the Year (2024). Hug has captivated audiences through solo exhibitions like The Crow (2016) and Transformation (2017), garnering admiration for his ability to articulate profound ideas through the intricate woodcut medium. His work continues to resonate with viewers, solidifying his role as a vital voice in contemporary Malaysian art.
EDUCATION
Diploma in Fine Art, Dasein Academy of Art, Malaysia.
SOLO EXHIBITION
G13 Project Room: Transformation by Hug Yin Wan, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
The Crow, Nando’s Art Space, Malaysia
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
CIMB Artober Art & Soul with G13 Gallery, MITEC, Malaysia
CIMB Hotel Art Fair with G13 Gallery, Four Points by Sheraton, Malaysia
Today As It Was Then, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
G13 @ 13, G13 Gallery
Crossing Colours, Artas Galeri, Malaysia
PHYGITAL: Artworks with a Digital Twin, G13 Gallery
CIMB Artober Hotel Art Fair with G13 Gallery, Element Kuala Lumpur
Art Expo Malaysia with G13 Gallery, GMBB KL, Malaysia
Get-go, K5 Gallery, Malaysia
Mending Fence: Tales from an Isolations, G13 Gallery, KL, Malaysia
Art Expo Malaysia 2019 with G13 Gallery, Matrade, Malaysia
Reinterprating Minimalism, Segaris Art Center, Publika, KL, Malaysia
Diversity and Inclusivity, RHB Art with Heart Exhibition 2019, Concourse Bangsar Shopping Center (BSC), Malaysia
It’s LIT, Segaris Art Center, Publika, Kl, Malaysia
Echoes of Possibilities, Core Design Gallery, Malaysia
Art Show Publika 2018, White Box Publika & The Boulevard Red Zone Publika Shopping Gallery, Malaysia
Relationship, Segaris Art Center, Malaysia
The Young Contempo Showcase II, Galeri Prima, Malaysia
IP Kreatif 2017, Mall of Medini Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
Young & New 2017, HOM Art Trans, Malaysia
SOT ‘School of Thought’, Segaris Art Centre, Malaysia
Carbon Copy, G13 Gallery, Malaysia
YMA3 New Object (Ion) III, Galeri Petronas, Malaysia.
n.e.XXX.t 2016, Xin Art Space, Malaysia.
Locals Only, TAKSU KL Gallery, Malaysia.
Attitude In Line, TAKSU KL Gallery, Malaysia
Future Generation Art Exhibition, Le Geo Art Restaurant, Malaysia.
Tanpa Nama 2, Bank Negara Museum and Art Gallery, Malaysia.
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Gold Award, Established Artist Category, UOB Painting of the Year, Malaysia
Bronze Award, Established Artist Category, UOB Painting Of The Year, Malaysia.
1st prize in Mix Media, Tanjong Heritage Awards, Malaysia.
Grand Prize, Nando’s Art Initiative Competition (Fine Art category), Nando’s
Malaysia.
Consolation, Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2014 Creative Wau Designing Competition,
MAYBANK Mid Valley Megamall, Malaysia.
Finalist, Prosperous Horse Decoration, Viva Home, Malaysia.
Consolation Prize in Print Making, Tanjong Heritage Awards, Malaysia.
Boundless Flow I
Hug Yin Wan
102 x 102cm
Woodcut on Plywood
2024
Boundless Flow captures life's constant transformation, inspired by Bruce Lee’s quote: 'Be formless, shapeless, like water.' Just as water adapts to any shape, life is a series of ever-changing moments. This work reflects the grace of impermanence, where every twist symbolizes the unfolding journey. Embracing this flow, we find peace in uncertainty and beauty in the ephemeral. The soft, interconnected lines remind us that life, like water, is always moving and adapting, yet remains harmonious.
Boundless Flow I
Hug Yin Wan
102 x 102cm
Woodcut on Plywood
2024
Boundless Flow captures life's constant transformation, inspired by Bruce Lee’s quote: 'Be formless, shapeless, like water.' Just as water adapts to any shape, life is a series of ever-changing moments. This work reflects the grace of impermanence, where every twist symbolizes the unfolding journey. Embracing this flow, we find peace in uncertainty and beauty in the ephemeral. The soft, interconnected lines remind us that life, like water, is always moving and adapting, yet remains harmonious.
Artist Statement
Boundless Flow captures life’s constant transformation, inspired by Bruce Lee’s quote: ‘Be formless, shapeless, like water.’ Just as water adapts to any shape, life is a series of ever-changing moments. This work reflects the grace of impermanence, where every twist symbolizes the unfolding journey. Embracing this flow, we find peace in uncertainty and beauty in the ephemeral. The soft, interconnected lines remind us that life, like water, is always moving and adapting, yet remains harmonious.
CIMB ARTOBER ART & SOUL 2024
25 - 27 OCTOBER 2024
CIMB ARTOBER HOTEL ARTFAIR 2024
29 - 30 JUNE 2024
