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Posted on June 21, 2010
SHOWCASE artworks by PRODIGIOUS SAVANT ~ Ping Lian,Yeak autistic

A remarkable showcase by autistic prodigy, 16 year old Malaysian Ping Lian, Yeak. There are fewer than 100 prodigious savant living worldwide. Award winning Ping Lian is one of them. This is a 1st. Savant exhibition in Penang. Ping Lian began drawing at age 8 and has not stopped ever since. He has exhibited throughout New York City, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney, Brisbane, London and Germany.

“They are national treasures wherever they are located.”
-Dr. Darold A. Treffert, www.daroldtreffect.com a renowned American psychiatrist, is also an internationally known Researcher who has been studying the Savant Syndrome for the last 45 years.

Do come and be astounded. It is a stunning reminder to the wonders and mysteries of life.

Golden Sand Resort, Penang
Tel: +604 886 1191

The Art Commune
Tel: +603 56359110

Posted on May 5, 2009
August 2009- Ping Lian @ The Art Commune

Posted on September 10, 2009
10 Sep-16 Sept at Seibu Gallery
"ART GOES BEYOND BORDERS AND DISABILITIES" 2009 Asia ParaArt Tokyo

10 Sep- 16 Sept at Seibu Gallery, Tokyo, Japan. ”ParaArt” is named after the Paralympics.  ”ParaArt” is named after the Paralympics. The organisers believe these artworks will show proof of the fulfilment and self-reliance of disabled artists.  At the same time, they shall not only impress many people in the world but give them hope and encouragement.
ORGANIZED BY: “2009 Asia ParaArt Tokyo” Executive Committee. SUPPORTED BY:  Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Embassies of Asian countries in Japan. Continue exhibition: October, 2009 at Sagamihara Campus Gallery, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Sponsored by Jyoshibi University of Art and Design.

Posted on April 30, 2009
MAY 2009 - ArtFirst! Princeton

University Medical Center at Princeton, USA
International juried exhibition and sale of original art and fine crafts featuring artists with disabilities - Three pieces of Ping Lian’s original art works were chosen for this exhibition, May 2nd - June 12th 2009.
Ping Lian received First Prize in this juried exhibition for his ink work “05106 Christ Church Malacca IV “

Posted on April 30, 2009
May 2009 - "STROKES OF GENIUS": Extraordinary Savant Art Exhibition

An extraordinary Art Exhibition at the UN Plaza, New York on May 21st featuring internationally renowned artists. To preview a very brief slideshow of the exhibition, please click here: http://smilebox.com/playEmail/
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Posted on April 17, 2009
19 April 2009 - HEROES for Autism

3 selected artworks of Ping Lian’s limited edition prints on canvas will be featured at the HEROES for Autism exhibition and silent auction - at the Avalon Hollywood in Los Angeles, California
http://www.heroesforautism.com/theartists/

HEROES for Autism - is a high profile, celebrity-rich evening featuring photography from the cast and crew of NBC’s hit television show, HEROES and artwork from members of the autistic community. The Artists - The artists presented in the HEROES for Autism exhibition and silent auction have all donated their work to raise awareness and support for Autism Speaks. Curator Greg Cohen has selected photography from the multi- talented cast and crew of NBC’s HEROES to showcase alongside work by 12 of the world’s most celebrated Autistic artists. The Event - In an unprecedented event, some of the world’s most beloved actors, musicians, artists, philanthropists, and television networks will join forces, for one night only, to make a difference in the lives of people coping with Autism.

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