How did you get into art?

I remember always spending too much time on the decorations on ART FOLIOs we had to make when I was about 8 or 9 years of age.. so much so that the teachers would start to get annoyed.

How do you get inspiration for the pieces you produce?

I draw my inspiration from my everyday surroundings and environment.

What has been your best creation to date?

These canvas shoes that I have been doing lately. I am still in the process of developing them.

How much do you think hype affects the public perception of what good art is?

A lot. But then again it is subjective. And when you're in a country like Singapore, I feel that everything's too 'safe'. And it seems that majority here don't really bother.

Last CD you bought/downloaded/shoplifted?

Rhythms Del Mundo.

How did you feel when you realised that art could make you some money?

I was happy of course! To be doing something you love and making money out of it is definitely a good feeling.

Why do so many people spend money on music yet so few buy art?

I'm not exactly sure. But it might be because these people think the only 'good art' are those everyone talks about, and mostly, these cost a lot. So i figure eventually they aren't willing to spend.

How is your local art scene?

It's actually picking up and thanks to many local artists/designers they are starting to open up more avenues for us to showcase our work to the public. Slow, but steady!

What makes you happy?

Just being around the people I care about (and of course care about me) makes me feel contented. Of course, being able to have time to do what I love counts too.

What makes you sad?

So many things.. if i start, i'd never stop. haha.

Sex, drugs or rock n roll?

I do my best to appreciate every one of them. (=

Last book you read?

Erm, I don't read much.. =/

What's your favourite soup?

No particular preference! but Mushroom Soup's good!

Tell us a secret?

I have 3 screws in my leg! Yikes!

Quote us your favourite song lyric?

"Money is mandatory, my game is self explanatory.."

Is there a downside to being so talented?

I won't say i am that talented.. But downside, erm, i don't know if it's of any relation.. but if someone takes your work and pretend it's theirs.. is it a good or bad thing?!

Ask yourself (and answer) a question?

Are you happy?!

What's your worst habit?

Pinching my nose when i have to sneeze. Just so i don't make any noise.

Any close encounters with the law?

Thankfully not!

What else do like other than art?

Freestyle Football! Discovering new things!

Any regrets?

Many.

Final thoughts?

Much thanks to Mr Burrows and also SYCO for giving me a chance to be a part of this site.

Still got loadsa things to learn as I work my way towards being a better artist.

Interview - Mr. Burrows 06/03/07