A GLIMPSE INTO
A MOMENTARY THOUGHT
THAT IS REIFIED
IN REALITY
James Seet
James Seet

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

In the quest for eternal change as an artist, I find it essential to tell stories, the dramas of life that may begin with something obscure to the infinite complexity that tickles the emotion. It’s a visual representation of a dialogue I am after, a theatrical performance to the eyes that behold!

ARTWORK

Solo Exhibition

Commissioned

Figurative

Abstract

ISSUES Series

Installation

BIOGRAPHY

James Seet is a significant presence in the world of contemporary sculpture, his artistic journey reflecting his deep passion for creativity and expertise in ceramics. From his earliest forays into the world of art, James was captivated by the tactile allure of clay, a fascination that has remained at the core of his being.

A trailblazer in the realm of ceramic art, James has unfurled his creations on the global stage. His prowess was recognized when he was selected to represent Malaysia at the South East Asian Ceramic Festival in the Philippines and Washington DC, USA. He further solidified his international presence with a grant from the Malaysian Ministry of Culture, enabling him to showcase his artistry at FLICAM, Fuping, China, and securing permanent positions for his works in ceramic museums in A’lcora, Spain, and Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics, Canada.

James Seet's artistry resonates with his profound commitment to societal causes. His thought-provoking installations against domestic violence, epitomized by his interactive ceramics artwork, garnered accolades and media acclaim, revealing the artist's conscience. Notably, his voice reached beyond art circles when he was invited to grace the TEDx Petaling Street stage, a testament to his captivating social practice works.

The artist's journey culminated in his highly lauded solo exhibitions, 'ISSUES', which unfurled his innermost thoughts and reflections. James Seet's creations, a fusion of skill, passion, and deep-rooted emotion, continue to reshape the ceramic landscape, igniting contemplation and appreciation on a global scale. With every piece, he breathes life into clay, transmuting it into a medium of boundless imagination and perennial artistry.

CV

1970 Born in Kuala Lumpur
Exhibitions
2023 CIMB Artober, Art and Soul
CIMB Artober, Art and Soul
“ISSUES” Solo Exhibition
The BackRoom Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Open House Exhibition
Open House Exhibition
The Artist’s Studio: Exploring the Workplace of 17 Malaysian Artists book Launch & Exhibition
The Artist’s Studio: Exploring the Workplace of 17 Malaysian Artists book Launch & Exhibition
1000 Tiny Artworks Exhinition
The BackRoom Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
WUJUD Exhibition
Artcommune Gallery, Singapore
BEYOND Exhibition
Artcommune Gallery, Singapore
2022 “re:sonance” Exhibition
APW Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
“re:sonance” Exhibition and Ceramic Alchemy Book Launch
Tsutaya Books Malaysia
2021 “It’s A Male Nude Show” Two-Man Exhibition
RKFA Gallery, Gillman Barracks, Singapore
2020 Wobbly Sabi Solo Exhibition
RKFA Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
In Our Own Frame Group Exhibition
RKFA Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2019 Memories Solo Exhibition
Back Room, ZhongShan Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2018 Affordable Art Fair (Invited for special installation display)
Singapore
2017 Affordable Art Fair
Hong Kong
Affordable Art Fair
Singapore
2016 Public art exhibition
Educity, Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
Singapore Contemporary Art Show 2016
Singapore
Affordable Art Fair Spring 2016
Singapore
SELSIUS 2016, 7th International Ceramic Festival
National Visual Art Gallery, Malaysia
Kohler Bold Art Exhibition
Philippines - Vietnam - Malaysia
2015 The Imagination of Blue and White (Contemporary)
New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum
Art Expo Malaysia
Matrade Exhibition & Convention Centre, Malaysia
WAO Public Art Installation
Publika and Garden Shopping Centres, Malaysia
Kohler Bold Art Exhibition 2015
Thailand - Singapore - Indonesia
Young Art Taipei
Sheraton Grande, Taipei
Affordable Art Fair
F1 Pit Building, Singapore
2014 Singapore Art Fair 2014
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre
Earth and Fire, The 3rd Southeast Asian Ceramics Exhibit.
Workhouse Art Center, Lorton, Virginia, USA
Selsius – USM International Ceramic Festival
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Daydream Exhibition
ChinaHouse, Penang, Malaysia
2013 Ceramic Top 40 Exhibition (Spoon Project) at Ferrin Contemporary
Red Star Gallery, Kansas City, USA
SEXSE Exhibition
Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics

Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Museu de Ceràmica de l’Alcora Exhibition
L’Alcora, Spain
2012 Clay Unity, The 2nd South East Asia Ceramic Conference/Exhibition
Fuping, China
FUTAO Gallery Exhibition
Xi’an, China
2011 Fire & Earth Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition
Shalini Ganendra Fine Art Gallery, Malaysia
2010 Museu de Ceràmica de l’Alcora Exhibition
L’Alcora, Spain
International Tiger Teapot Exhibition
Shanghai, China
International Modern Pot Art Biennial Exhibition
Shanghai, China
ICMEA Emerging Artist Exhibition
Fuping, China
2009 The Contemporary Ceramic Asia Ceramic Networks 09
Penang State Art Gallery, Penang, Malaysia
Art in Clay Exhibition
Badan Warisan, KL, Malaysia
Noosa Gallery
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
Quixotica Gallery
Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
2007 Asian Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition
Asia Ceramics Network

Malaysian National Art Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2006 The Contemporary Ceramic Asia Ceramic Networks 09
Penang State Art Gallery, Penang, Malaysia
Potraiture by 13 Artists Exhibition
Badan Warisan, KL, Malaysia
Sentuhan Tembikar Exhibition
Kraftangan Malaysia, Craft Complex, KL, Malaysia
Selsius USM
Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition

Putrajaya, Malaysia
2005 Selsius Exhibition
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
Group Show
Bon Ton Resort, Langkawi, Malaysia
2004 The Making of Art Exhibition
Alliance Francaise, Penang, Malaysia
Artwork Collection
Princess of Johor, Tunku Tun Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah binti Sultan Ibrahim Kohler Bold Art
HABIB Jewels
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Shaw International Centre for Contemporary Ceramics, Canada
l’Alcora Ceramic Museum, Spain
South East Asia Museum, Fuping, China
Kraftangan Malaysia
and Private Collection
Residencies
2018 Arita, Japan
2013 Medalta International Artist in Residence Program, Canada
2012 FLICAM, Fuping, China
2008 Quixotica, Brisbain, Australia

ARTICLES

CONTACT

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