Dino Hafian Ahmad (b. 1980, Singapore) is an artist and art educator who has been active in the field for two decades. His bold and vibrant abstract paintings are characterised by vivid colours and expressive brushstrokes, conveying movement and energy. Dino's art reflects his exploration of the relationship between colour, form, and emotion, inviting viewers to experience his work on a visceral level. He is a member of Angkatan Pelukis Aneka Daya (APAD) and has participated in various group shows, including 'Seni Kita' at Kamal's Art Gallery, and 'Bridging through the Ages', by APAD, at Maya Gallery. Dino also teaches art and organises exhibitions to showcase his students' artworks. He is currently working on a new series of paintings exploring the intersection between technology, art, and culture.
I used a ready-made printed poster and added my own elements, inspired by the visual language of both Pop and Graffiti Art, and I sought to reinterpret it in my own style. This type of appropriation and remixing of existing imagery is common in both pop and graffiti art, and speaks to the idea of art as a reflection and commentary on popular culture. Overall, the inspiration for this artwork seems to be a desire to explore and play with the visual language of two distinct art styles, in order to create something new and unique.
