EVENTS

  • Frankfurt Bookfair,  MBKM,  world events

    Malaysian publishers exhibiting at Frankfurt Bookfair 2013

    Year 2013 will see that 1o book publishers (plus 1 illustrator) from Malaysia will be participating at Frankfurt Book Fair (FBF), Germany.

    The Frankfurt Book Fair is considered to be the most important book fair in the world for international deals and trading. It is also the world’s largest trade fair for books, based on the number of publishing companies represented, as well as the number of visitors.

    Realising the potential of FBF in helping Malaysian publishers expand further, MBKM has made this event as an annual tradition. This year, MBKM will be having various programs to bridge local and international publishers which will include Business Breakfast, Bridging Malaysia and Germany, Bridging Malaysia and USA, Bridging Malaysia and Canada and Digital Forum: Digital Publishing – It’s all about Content.

    MBKMMalaysia Pavilion last year.

    Publishers that will be exhibiting at FBF this year are:

    1. Institut Terjemahan dan Buku Malaysia (ITBM)
    2. Majlis Penerbitan Ilmiah Malaysia (MAPIM)
    3. Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka (DBP)
    4. Yusof Gajah Lingard Literary Agency
    5. Kumpulan Media Karangkraf
    6. Kualiti Books Sdn. BHd.
    7. Saba Islamic Media Sdn. Bhd.
    8. PTS Media Group Sdn. Bhd.
    9. Odonata Publishing Sdn. Bhd.
    10. Impiana Publishing
    11. emilayusof.com (me! The only illustrator that will be taking a stand at Malaysia Pavilion)

    There’s no limitation to only book publisher, so I thought I try to promote my illustrations on international level as well as be the first illustrator to co-exhibit with MBKM. I hope other illustrators will follow suit.

    About MBKM: MBKM was established by the Ministry of Education in 1968 based on UNESCO’s recommendatory that proposed all developing nations have a special body responsible for the inculcation of interest in reading and be the driving force behind the development of the book industry. Initially called the National Book Development Council, MBKM’s role was to be both a professional body and book advisory at the national level.

    Members of the Council consist of representatives from several ministries and government agencies, industrial organisations and non-governmental organisations that are involved with the industry and book development, as well as three individuals with skills to contribute towards the roles and functions of MBKM. The National Book Policy (NBP) is a policy created by MBKM as a guide to expand its activities within the fields of books and reading in this country.

    MBKM Secretariat now operates as one of the departments under the Education Policy and Development Sector, Ministry of Education, Malaysia – headed by a Director. This department manages MBKM’s administration and regulates all cooperative programmes among government sectors, non-government organisations and private sectors in this country in relation to the development of the book industry and the inculcation of a reading culture.

    Additionally, MBKM also promotes Malaysian books with local publishers and industry players at an international level through Malaysia’s participation in overseas book fairs.

    (*Credit info about MBKM: MBKM website)

  • AFCC,  Kota Buku,  world events

    AFCC 2013 Singapore

    It has been a week since I last updated this blog as I was in Singapore to attend Asian Festival of Children’s Content 2013 (AFCC 2013) from 25th May until 29th May 2013. I wanted to blog from the hotel but the connection was too slow.

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    My spot at AFCC held at National Library Building, Singapore.

    I supplied illustrations for AFCC to use on their website and prints, and in return, I got 5-day tickets to enter the festival and my own table! As Kota Buku is representing Malaysia, I went with them as Guest Illustrator and they provided me with accommodation. Wasn’t that great? I only have to bring pocket money to buy books and food. But most of the time, I ate free at the festival. Haha…now I can relate to the quote “best things in life are free.”

    Evi, Emila and Evelyn.
    3-Es at AFCC; Evi, Emila and Evelyn. Photo courtesy of Evi Shelvia.

    Apart from that, Kota Buku commissioned me to paint a big painting for Guest of Honour during Malaysian Night in Singapore. I am truly touched that Kota Buku has arranged for me to present the painting myself (and also my picture books) to HRH Raja Zarith Sofiah Sultan Idris Shah during the event.

    me and VVIPs
    From left: Ms. Lim Li Kok (NBDCS Chairperson), Ms. Claire Chang (AFCC Chairman), HRH Raja Zarith Sofiah Sultan Idris Shah (Sultanah of Johor), me and Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Asiah binti Abu Samah Kota Buku Chairman).

    This is my first year attending AFCC. AFCC has been around since 2010 and it intend to be the hub of children’s book festival in Asia; in other words; the Bologna of Asia.

    Overall, AFCC was a great experience. I got to meet illustrators, book publishers and many more. To see more photos, do visit my FB page: AFCC Singapore.

     

  • acrylic,  ARTWORKS,  comm. work,  Kota Buku,  world events

    Big painting done!

    In my whole life; I had done only 3 big paintings; Penang Shophouse (Still on sale), Girl in the Garden (donated to SDH) and this new Girl and Cat in Flower Garden!

    Me painting away

    girlingarden

    This painting is commissioned by Kota Buku as a gift to a VVIP who will pay a visit to Malaysia’s Pavilion at AFCC this coming 25th-30th May 2013. Who is the VVIP? Will post a photo from Singapore soon!

  • local events

    Children’s Book Week 2013 at Silverfish Books

    Update on Children’s Book Week, 11-18 May 2013 at Silverfish Books, 28-1 Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur.

    Children’s Book Week is here again and I will be there for the Greet and Meet Session at 3-5pm. Do drop by for a chat or join in the fun!

    Selected Malaysian children’s books will be available at special promotional prices throughout the week. There will be storytelling and activity sessions for children on Saturday, 11th May and 18th May, in addition to meetings with children’s book writers and illustrators. And lots of balloons will be given away! The Children’s Book Week is organised by Yusof Gajah Lingard Literary Agency and Oyez!Books for Children, with the support of Silverfish Books.

    Saturday, 11th May 2013; 3-5pm
    Make your own picture book – for parents and children.
    With the help of an instructor, guide your child to make his/her own picture book. Your children will learn how to build different parts of a book and they get to take home their work. All material will be provided by the organisers. Limited to 8 children. This is a joint activity for children and parents. All children must be accompanied by their parent/s. (This session is now closed as we are fully subscribed.)

    Author appearance
    Author and illustrator Emila Yusof will be at Silverfish Books to talk about her work as an illustrator and her new books.

    MMK

    Saturday, 18th May 2013; 3-5pm
    Storytelling with Linda Tan on two of Mama Tok’s books.
    Award-winning Malaysian storyteller, Mama Tok, has published two books, The Greedy Eagle and Nyam-Nyam Nyit. The story telling (in English) will be followed by a drawing and colouring activity. (This session is now closed as we are fully booked.)

    Author appearance
    Author and illustrator Yusof Gajah will be at Silverfish Books to talk about his new book, Dill the Little Elephant.

    Credit: Text copied from SilverfishBooks’ blog.

  • Abu Dhabi,  AbuDhabi Bookfair,  Travel illo,  TRAVEL/HOLIDAYS,  UAE

    People I met at ADIBF 2013

    ADIDF 2013 and the experience I gained was totally priceless. And the people I met and have a chat with was truly inspiring in so many ways. I managed to capture photos with/of some of them while sketching some. I hope you can click the link on their names that I provided to learn more about them.

    kenize
    With Kenizé Mourad. She is not only a princess, a writer, a novelist, and a researcher but also a war journalist. She visited Malaysia back in the 70s.

    chatz
    With Miss Chatz. Local illustrator. She is very chatty and bubbly. I love her cartoons; very her.

    liz
    With Liz Ramos Prado; a Peruvian illustrator living in Dubai. Her surreal illustrations are gorgeous.

    Nirouz
    With Nirouz El-Tanbouli; a childhood specialist. She’s an Egyptian living in Abu Dhabi.

    david
    This is David Macedo. He is also from Peru and now living in Dubai working as Graphic and Web Designer.

    cartoon

    Miguel Gallardo (award-wining Illustrator, Barcelona), Guy Delisle (award-winning Cartoonist/Animator/Illustrator, France), Frida Bunzli (Cartoonist, Switzerland) and German Fernandez (Illustrator, Dubai).

    jobelle
    With Jo Belle. Jo Belle, a Filipino, is living in Dubai with her family. She works with Cartoon Art Gallery.

  • EVENTS,  Kedah,  TRAVEL/HOLIDAYS,  world events

    Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace (LIMA) 2013

    Being enthusiasts of aircrafts, my husband and son wouldn’t want to miss it for the world to see the LIMA 2013 static aircrafts and air show held at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) and therefore they forced themselves (while dragging me along) through the MASSIVE traffic jam. We had to park far away outside the airport area and walked about 15 minutes to MIEC under the scorching hot weather.

    hot

    But it was all worth it; we were very happy to be surrounded by aircrafts! Let’s take a look at the pictures (please wait while they load and please use the left and right arrow to navigate):

     The air show summed up all the happiness!

    SU-27P & SU-27UB (Russian Air Force)
    Russian Knights SU-27P /SU-27UB (Russian Air Force)

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    Spectators taking pictures.

    About LIMA 2013

    Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2013 is the 12th edition of LIMA exhibition series held at  the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC), one of the largest and most prestigious exhibition and convention venues in northern Malaysia. It is strategically located at the centre of Langkawi Island and 30 minutes away from all major hotels, resorts and Kuah town. MIEC has been home to the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition since opening her doors in mid 1995. It boasts a built up space of 22,050 square meters and a further 49,400 square meters of outdoor display area.

    The exhibition hall caters to large and heavy exhibits through its triple volume ceiling and convenient purpose designed access. It’s location adjacent to the Langkawi International Airport makes it suitable for aircraft display and eases logistics planning. MIEC also provides international standard ancillary facilities such as banquet and seminar rooms, offices and business centre. Langkawi Island is an hour’s flight from Kuala Lumpur and is also connected to the main land via regular ferry service. [Source: http://www.lima.com.my]

    It was held last 26 – 30 March 2013 and opened to public the last two days.