EXHIBITIONS FROM 2019

The launch of our inaugural collector's show at Hin Bus Depot gallery, showcasing artworks from one of our Penang-based collectors. The selected artworks predominantly come from exhibitions held at Hin Bus Depot between 2014 and 2015. Additionally, the collector will be selling a portion of their collection to support the Hin Bus Depot residency program for artists and art managers.

The launch of our inaugural collector's show at Hin Bus Depot gallery, showcasing artworks from one of our Penang-based collectors. The selected artworks predominantly come from exhibitions held at Hin Bus Depot between 2014 and 2015. Additionally, the collector will be selling a portion of their collection to support the Hin Bus Depot residency program for artists and art managers.

After completing his 2017 residency at Acme Studios in London, sponsored by Khazanah Nasional, Ajim Juxta returned to Malaysia and embarked on several exhibitions aimed at comprehending and internalizing his experiences. 'TUGU|UGUT' showcases a body of work that encapsulates his creative journey, personal realms, and evolving thoughts. Originally exhibited at Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia (PAM), Kuala Lumpur in November 2018, the show now graces Hin Bus Depot in Penang. For this Penang presentation, Ajim collaborates with local artists to create new works that respond to the unique space of Hin Bus Depot, which bears witness to the gentle decay of time. The exhibition delves into the idea of tugu/ugut, exploring how society is ensnared by the tenets of capitalism and materialism, from tangible elements like money, materials, and structures to intangible factors like acceptance, recognition, and egos, all of which shape our daily decisions and interactions. As the curator, Sharmin Parameswaran, notes, 'We are trapped by where we have come to. Following perceived monuments that continue to threaten us.

This artwork is a collaborative effort between Converse and its global youth community, #Converse_X_. Comprising over sixteen cities worldwide, the community explores cultural diversity and tensions. In Malaysia, over twenty members gathered to examine these themes, coordinated by the Hin Bus Depot Gallery team and planned by Streething. Led by KL-based artists Pow Pow Valery and Xiayi, with assistance from Penang-based artists Terence Chen, sattama, caraok, Choco Xinyi, Tang Tze Lye, Tiong Eng and Hafiz Lian. The 2-day Penang event featured a collage workshop and exhibition.

OBSCURA Festival is Malaysia's leading photography event, showcasing photography from Asia and worldwide. Each year, the festival features exhibitions, talks, workshops, portfolio reviews, and slide shows. It also hosts fringe events, including children's photography programs in collaboration with festival partners. As part of the Opening Night of OBSCURA Festival of Photography 2019 within George Town Festival (GTF) 2019, PUSAKA is honored to present a special performance of the Kuda Kepang trance dance tradition by Kumpulan Kuda Kepang RHF from Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor.

A ‘PAD x HBD’ collaboration in bringing contemporary art to a wider audience through a series of exhibitions on Penang Island and Mainland Penang for 3 weeks in August. The exhibitions will showcase artworks by a diverse group of selected established and emerging artists. There will be a public open call for participation for the finale show at Hin Bus Depot featuring over 100 artworks in October. Alongside the exhibitions, ‘PAD x HBD’ will be running a series of Artist Talks and a Gallery Assistant Programme.