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Chung Cheng Sun sought to express good fortune, enlivened through the forms of birds. The varied elements are carefully composed, in a style that reflects his mastery of lines and effects. In Chinese culture, sparrows are considered auspicious, while the bamboo symbolizes virtue, endurance, flexibility, and promotion. Chung Cheng Sun founded Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) in 1967. He established the International Contemporary Ink Painting Association in 1982. He devoted his time here and worked tirelessly to modernise Chinese ink painting and to promote the development of Malaysian Chinese culture and facilitate international exchanges. A graduate from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Singapore, his works have been showcased in international exhibitions held in more than 20 countries. He is considered one of the world's 100 important Chinese artists and is also listed as being in the top 50 artists by the China National Academy of Fine Arts. His solo exhibition Background was held at Pinkguy art gallery in 2018.