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Reflections (IX) is a visual dialogue that shows the unity and spirit of coastal village communities. Several trips to Bali inspired Khalil to develop his series of paintings of fishermen from Kelantan and Terengganu. He often portrayed activities of people in groups. The bright pop colour contrasts and crisp outline of the figures reflect the social integration and warm culture of the East Coast. Much of Khalil’s works depict how shared goals and mutual support are integral to modern life. Khalil Ibrahim is truly one of Malaysia’s most gifted artists dexterous in all media and a great colourist versatile in figures and landscapes. His winning the 2nd Prize in the Malayan Life competition in 1959 led to his cinching a Pahang State scholarship to study at the St. Martins School of Art in London where he graduated with a NDD (National Diploma of Design) in 1963 and followed up with a two-year postgraduate studies. On his return, he was relieved of his contract and he had been a full time artist since September 1966. He was given a double solo of his London works and Malaysian batiks at the Samat Art Gallery in 1970. He was the first Malaysian to have a solo in Indonesia in 1970. He co-founded the Malaysian Watercolour Society. His major solos included Khalil Ibrahim: The Art Journey in Petaling Jaya (2015), and Khalil Ibrahim: A Continued Dialogue at Galeri Petronas in 2004. He has also been featured in major national exhibitions abroad.