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Tue, 08/18/2015 - 05:57
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World-Class Exhibitions Add Vibrancy To Local Art Scene

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Organising more art exhibitions showcasing world-class artworks will contribute to the vibrancy of the local art scene and inspire young artists in this country. Speaking at the launch of an art exhibition here Monday, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (a Malaysian oil and gas company) chairman Mohd Sidek Hassan said budding artists could set their sights on becoming the best in pursuing their passion while building acclaim in the local, regional and global art world. "We also want Kuala Lumpur to be the regional art hub that can attract the best artists to exhibit their works here," he said. Opened by the Ruler of Malaysia's state Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah at the Galeri Petronas, the exhibition shines the spotlight on 'Twins: Works of Oliviero Rainaldi'. It features over 20 artworks comprising drawings, paintings and sculptures sketches and oil paintings by the Italian artist and sculptor. The exhibition runs until Oct 4, 2015. --BERNAMA

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