A MOMENTARY THOUGHT
THAT IS REIFIED
IN REALITY
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 | |
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2023 | CIMB Artober, Art and Soul CIMB Artober, Art and Soul |
“ISSUES” Solo Exhibition The BackRoom Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
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Open House Exhibition Open House Exhibition |
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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 |
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1000 Tiny Artworks Exhinition The BackRoom Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
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WUJUD Exhibition Artcommune Gallery, Singapore |
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BEYOND Exhibition Artcommune Gallery, Singapore |
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2022 | “re:sonance” Exhibition APW Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia |
“re:sonance” Exhibition and Ceramic Alchemy Book Launch Tsutaya Books Malaysia |
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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 |
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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 |
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2016 | Public art exhibition Educity, Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia |
Singapore Contemporary Art Show 2016 Singapore |
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Affordable Art Fair Spring 2016 Singapore |
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SELSIUS 2016, 7th International Ceramic Festival National Visual Art Gallery, Malaysia |
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Kohler Bold Art Exhibition Philippines - Vietnam - Malaysia |
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2015 | The Imagination of Blue and White (Contemporary) New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum |
Art Expo Malaysia Matrade Exhibition & Convention Centre, Malaysia |
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WAO Public Art Installation Publika and Garden Shopping Centres, Malaysia |
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Kohler Bold Art Exhibition 2015 Thailand - Singapore - Indonesia |
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Young Art Taipei Sheraton Grande, Taipei |
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Affordable Art Fair F1 Pit Building, Singapore |
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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 |
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Selsius – USM International Ceramic Festival Universiti Sains Malaysia |
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Daydream Exhibition ChinaHouse, Penang, Malaysia |
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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 |
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Museu de Ceràmica de l’Alcora Exhibition L’Alcora, Spain |
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2012 | Clay Unity, The 2nd South East Asia Ceramic Conference/Exhibition Fuping, China |
FUTAO Gallery Exhibition Xi’an, China |
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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 |
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International Modern Pot Art Biennial Exhibition Shanghai, China |
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ICMEA Emerging Artist Exhibition Fuping, China |
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2009 | The Contemporary Ceramic Asia Ceramic Networks 09 Penang State Art Gallery, Penang, Malaysia |
Art in Clay Exhibition Badan Warisan, KL, Malaysia |
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Noosa Gallery Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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Quixotica Gallery Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia |
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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 |
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Sentuhan Tembikar Exhibition Kraftangan Malaysia, Craft Complex, KL, Malaysia |
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Selsius USM Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition Putrajaya, Malaysia |
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2005 | Selsius Exhibition Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia |
Group Show Bon Ton Resort, Langkawi, Malaysia |
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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 |