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A Retrospective

50 Years of Art Making

2023 New Day 23-123 Acrylic on canvas 170 x 50 cm

This year marks a significant milestone in Jimmy's artistic journey, as he celebrates 50 years of creativity, growth, and achievement in the world of art.

2022 September Journey 22 Acrylic on canvas 350 x 100 cm

In 2022, Jimmy embarked on an ambitious large-scale project, creating a series of 14 paintings, each measuring 50 x 50 cm, that come together to form a stunning visual display.

2022 Aerial View 22A Acrylic on canvas 33 x 22 cm

Jimmy's creativity shows no signs of slowing down, as evidenced by his latest series of paintings, which showcase his continued artistic growth and development.

2021 April Rejoice Acrylic on canvas 71 x 56 cm

In 2021, Jimmy continued to create a large number of paintings that showcase his artistic talent and vision.

2020 Goodness in the Mountains Acrylic on canvas 40.5 x 30.5 cm

In this striking composition, Jimmy blends vibrant colors with calligraphic elements, breaking away from traditional forms of expression and infusing Chinese calligraphy with a fresh, modern perspective in his art.

2019 Wisdom Digital art

In 2019, Jimmy began to explore the use of digital media in his art, adding a new dimension to his creative process and expanding his portfolio with a series of digital works.

2018 Chinese New Year Reds Acrylic on canvas 122 x 61 cm

In his latest series of paintings, Jimmy explores the use of bold color and hard edges to create striking, dynamic compositions.

2017 Love and Joy IV, acrylic on paper, 20 x 13.8 cm

In this painting, Jimmy masterfully employs color, shape, and line to convey a sense of abstraction. This is one of the few works he created during that period, making it a rare and valuable piece.

2016 Celebration, acrylic on canvas, 61 x 46 cm

Through their artistic creations, the artist is able to express feelings of love and joy, reflecting their mood and emotions in a tangible form.

2015 Joyful Celebration, acrylic on canvas panel, 61 x 46 cm

Drawing inspiration from the diverse beauty of orchids, Jimmy has created a series of small watercolor pieces, as well as a more recent, larger painting in acrylic, showcasing his versatility and skill as an artist

2014 Sacred Mountains, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

Jimmy's visit to Mount Kinabalu in the 90s left a lasting impression on him, inspiring him to create numerous works that capture the mountain's majestic beauty through his unique artistic approach.

2013 Haze in Singapore, June, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 51 cm

Created during the hazy months in Singapore, this poignant painting serves as a powerful reminder of our vulnerability and the fragility of our environment.

2012 Flower Dome, Acrylic on canvas panel, 41 x 30 cm

This exquisite painting by Jimmy, created in 2012, is one of the few that documents the newly opened Gardens by the Bay, making it a rare and valuable piece.

2011 Great Rejoice, Acrylic on canvas, 120 x 100cm

This captivating painting is part of the renowned 'Waterfalls' series by the artist Jimmy.

2010 Trees and Waterfall, Acrylic on canvas, 102 x 76 cm

By carefully limiting his use of color, Jimmy was able to achieve the precise visual effect he desired in this painting.

2009 Music of Change, Acrylic on canvas,122 x 122 cm

This striking painting, created by Jimmy in 2009, exudes a sense of power and intensity.

2008 Celebrate with Change, Acrylic on canvas, 46 x 46 cm

Despite its smaller size, the painting allows Jimmy to revel in the joy and liberation that comes with artistic expression.

2007 Blossom Celebration, Acrylic on canvas, 204 x 77 cm

Jimmy explored the shapes and colors of gold in his 2007 work.

2006 Blooming Rejoice, Acrylic on canvas, 160 x 110 cm

This is one of the larger paintings in Jimmy's 'Bougainvillea' series.

2005 High Land Bliss, Acrylic on canvas, 112 x 112 cm

In 2005, Jimmy created this painting with the intention of sharing peace and joy.

2004 Sunny Day Blossoms, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

The 'Bougainvillea' collection includes some of the brightest paintings that Jimmy has ever created. This series of paintings offers poetic imagery of joy, providing a completely pleasant and joyful experience that reflects the thriving and confident mood of the time.

2003 Waterfall, Acrylic on canvas, 120 x 100 cm

Since the start of the new millennium, Jimmy's paintings have become increasingly vibrant

2002 Flowers 1, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

In 2002, Jimmy started a new collection of paintings with the theme of happiness.

2001 Abundance of Joy, Acrylic on canvas, 122 x 92 cm

Golden shower trees can be seen along the road where Jimmy lives. In 1997, he was delighted to see them in full bloom and was inspired to start the 'Golden Showers' series of paintings to express his emotions of joy and happiness.

2000 Meditation & Pagoda, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

There are many pagodas built throughout Myanmar. The Venerable Sayadaw U Pandita once mentioned that people should build a Dhamma Pagoda within their hearts. By practicing Satipatthana uninterruptedly in every moment of daily life, people can build a Dhamma Pagoda within their hearts. With this understanding, Jimmy created a series of paintings.

1999 Happy Land, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

Jimmy's landscape paintings have continued to evolve since he first began creating them.

1998 Walking Meditation, Acrylic on canvas, 92 x 76

Meditation can be practiced while walking and during everyday activities. One day, Jimmy had the idea to create paintings depicting walking meditation, and since then he has started a series of paintings on the subject.

1997 Victory, Acrylic on canvas, 152 x 122 cm

When Jimmy's neighbor came to him, unhappy with his life, at his studio in Telok Kurau, Jimmy offered advice on how to live a peaceful, happy, and tolerant life. He explained the compassion of the Buddha and gave an example of how the Buddha used his compassion to subdue an angry and intoxicated elephant. Many days later, Jimmy began to create this painting.

I996 May You be Well & Happy 1, Acrylic on canvas, 102 x 76 cm

This evocative painting, featured in Jimmy's solo art show in 1998, is part of a series that captures his emotions and experiences while living in a retreat center surrounded by trees. Through his art, Jimmy invites the viewer to share in his personal journey of reflection and growth.

1995 Celebration of Change, Acrylic on canvas, 153 x 51 cm

Jimmy once said, 'When I understand 'change' better, I can see, feel, and enjoy it."

1994 Trees, Acrylic on canvas, 127 x 127 cm

This painting was inspired by trees.

1993 A Dream, Acrylic on canvas, 122 x 122 cm

Jimmy created this painting to capture the imagery he saw in a dream.

1992 There is a Pool, Acrylic on canvas, 102 x 76 cm

This painting was inspired by views of Fort Canning Hill and the River Valley Swimming Pool. It was featured in a coffee table edition of the art book 'Singapore - Places, Poems, Paintings' and was exhibited at the National Museum Art Gallery in Singapore in 1993.

1991 Dance with the Wind, Acrylic on canvas,127 x 127 cm

The rubber trees that Jimmy saw around the Santisukharama Meditation Centre, where he attended his first meditation retreat, inspired him to create this series of paintings featuring them.

1990 Power of Nature, Acrylic on canvas, 101 x 125 cm

This painting was displayed in Jimmy's solo art exhibition, 'Spirit of Nature,' in 1990

1989 Unforgettable Beach, Acrylic on canvas, 141 x 47 cm

Jimmy creates paintings using images and colors that he invents himself, drawing inspiration from the depths of his heart. In 1991, this painting was exhibited in 'All in One: 25 Years of Art in Singapore; a Touring Exhibition in the United States'.

1988 Pace, Oil on canvas, 132 x 122 cm

This painting earned Jimmy a Merit Award at the 1988 IBM Art Award and has since remained in his personal collection. Another painting that won first prize at the same competition has become part of the collection of the Singapore Art Museum.

1988 Impression, Oil on canvas, 132 x 122 cm

In 1988, this painting won the overall first prize of the IBM Art Award. It was subsequently acquired by IBM and gifted to the permanent collection of the Singapore Art Museum.

1987 Aerial View (G & B ), Oil on canvas, 90 x 80 cm

Jimmy has created a series of aerial views, using line, color, and shape to arrange the composition.

1986 Swimmers, Oil on canvas, 92 x 92 cm

At the beginning of his new artistic journey, Jimmy created figurative paintings as he searched for his own unique expression. This is an oil painting that he created during that time.

1985 Drawing Flag, Oil on canvas, 82 x 61 cm

One day, Jimmy learned that Brother Joseph McNally had founded the St. Patrick's Arts Centre. Admiring him and his work, Jimmy decided to attend the school to study art. This painting was created after he learned to paint from a Western art teacher at St. Patrick's Arts Centre.

1983 Event 6.4.1983, Mixed Media, 100 x 120 cm

This painting is one of Jimmy's artistic explorations of mixed media in the 1980s. It was created to mark his nephew's birthday. In 1983, the painting received a Certificate of Commendation in The Painting of the Year Art Competition.

1981 Self Portrait, pencil on canvas panel

This is a sketch that Jimmy drew on a canvas panel in preparation for painting. However, he did not continue to paint on it. At that time, he was working for a design firm.

1977 Cat, Ink on paper

This is one of the Chinese paintings that Jimmy created in the 1970s. He learned Chinese painting from an art teacher in secondary school and from teachers at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). During that time, he continued to practice Chinese painting. That year, his work was selected for the National Day Art Exhibition.

1976 Sketching - My brother Ink on paper

A sketch from Jimmy's practice.

1974 Self Portrait, oil on canvas 24 x 18 inches

In 1974, Jimmy created a self-portrait. That same year, his work titled 'Interior' won third prize in the Western Painting Open Group category of the National Art Competition.

1973 Still Life, oil on canvas

In 1973, Jimmy attended the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. The following year, in 1974, he studied at Ngee Ann Technical College.