Paul Nickson Atia

Paul Nickson Atia's artistic journey is deeply intertwined with his background in architecture, converging theories, and conceptual frameworks in contemporary art practice. After completing his degree in B.Sc. Architecture from the University Of Malaya (UM), Paul embarked on a career in architecture, practicing at a local firm PORT25, and teaching part-time at Taylor’s University School of Architecture & Building Design. However, his creative spirit eventually led him to explore paintings, drawings, and art installations.

Paul Nickson Atia's Art Style

Paul Nickson Atia, born in 1992 in Sarawak, Malaysia, delves into the intricate interplay between home, belonging, and connection to the land, encapsulating personal memories and narratives. Through his paintings and visual representations, Atia explores the intricate interplay between memory and desire, weaving together past experiences with present longings for the future. Through his art, Atia sparks critical conversations about identity, personal histories, and our sense of place in the world.

Venturing into the realm of art, Atia delved into themes of spirituality, time, modularity, memory, and desire. His exhibitions serve as platforms to manifest his vision of modular painting and spark dialogues about the intersections of art, architecture, and identity in contemporary society. 

His solo exhibitions were represented in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2018, 2019, 2022) showcasing his profound exploration of various themes through his distinctive artistic approach.  Participating in other exhibitions in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, Atia also served as an artist-in-residence at Rimbun Dahan in 2022.