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CHIA HOY SAIOn offer is a portrait of an old, wise, experienced man complemented with a lush green background. A detailed wrinkle can be seen as a humble smile is planted on the face depicting a friendly gesture. A smile is a universal language that connects people from all cultures regardless of background. This Selangor born painter is a devoted traveller. He received his art education in Nanyang Academy of Fine Art, Singapore. In 2000 he travelled to Sarawak whilst being impressed by the cultural diversity and Indigenous people of Sarawak he presented The Differing Faces of South East Asia to the world. Living nomadly inspired him to do people's portrait as a subject matter. In 2009 he had a touring show titled The Differing Faces of South East Asia — Touring Exhibition of Chia Hoy Sai's Artworks which started its journey at SGM Culture Centres in Klang, throughout the east coast, north continents and Kuala Lumpur.