Art is highly valued in Malacca and is filled with artists who are extremely talented in sketching and painting. What do they paint? Buildings and sceneries in Malacca that inspire them. It’s amazing to see the artist live at work, focusing on nothing but the object or view that has caught their attention.
Not so renowned artists sell their pieces at prices for as low as 50 Ringgit for small pieces and 80 Ringgit for the medium sized ones. More popular and celebrated street artists can sell a small piece for as much as 80-100 Ringgit. Prices also depend on what medium is used for the piece; oil pastels, watercolour or pencil.
They truly make great souvenirs and look beautiful when framed up. They even make good presents! The money the artists make from the selling of their pieces tend to contribute to their art supplies and living expenses.
The Beauty of Malacca 