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The MIA Young Musician Competition 2026, organised by the Music Department of the Malaysian Institute of Art, is back to celebrate the passion, artistry, and excellence of young classical musicians across Malaysia!   Open to instrumentalists and singers aged 8 to 29, this prestigious competition provides a dynamic platform for emerging talents to showcase their...Read More

“Interior Design Diploma Showcase 2026: People & Places – Unearthing the Local Narrative The Interior Design Department at Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) proudly presents the Interior Design Diploma Showcase 2026, themed “People & Places: Unearthing the Local Narrative.” This showcase marks the culmination of our final semester diploma students’ academic journey, featuring a collection...Read More

The MIA’s 41st Nationwide Art & Design Competition 2026 invites emerging artists from across the nation to participate in a platform that celebrates creativity, originality and artistic excellence. Participants will gain national exposure and the opportunity to showcase their work to industry professionals. 🗓️ Submission Deadline: 3rd May 2026 🔗 More information & submission details:...Read More

  Create, relax, and reconnect with art and nature this March! Step into a storybook world with our Acrylic Painting Workshop: Wonderland on 1st March! Designed for beginners and art lovers of all ages, this session is a joyful journey into colours, brush techniques, and creative expression. Paint your own magical masterpiece, enjoy quality bonding...Read More

A group of Fine Art Department students,Lim Xiao Mun, Tan Hong Jie, Danielle Lin Xuan-En, Seow Fei Ding and Sin Yee Chin, participated in the Mural Painting Project at Weststar, Taman Melawati from 5 – 8 October 2020.

A group of Fine Art students and alumni, Cheah Li Li, Sin Yee Chin, Emily Chow Wen Qi and Nooy Xin Yen was the Finalists for VAP4 exhibition at Rumah Tangsi Gallery from 2-13 September 2020. The project was funded under MyCreative Ventures and PENJANA.

Fine Art student, Tan Hong Jie, won the Jury’s Award while Tan Kuiyin was one of the Finalists in the Maybank MyTiger Values Art Competition 2020. This annual celebration is mainly to raise awareness for tiger conservation in conjunction with Global Tiger Day that was held on 29 July 2020.

Fine Art student, Tan Hong Jie, won Second Runner-Up at “We Are Together” Poster Drawing Contest (Open Category) organized by the China Cultural Centre, Kuala Lumpur on 6 June 2020. The competition was held to support our frontliners.