From left to right:
Ms Cloudine Padua – Deputy Chairperson of JCI Malaysia Area Sabah, Mr Mervin Liew – Founder & CEO of Bauertech Industries Sdn. Bhd., Founder & President of SIPMA (Sabah Integrated Pest Management Association), Ms Cherry Ding – Founder of Tem Tem Sabah, Madam Chin Lee Ling – President of Kian Kok Middle School Alumni Association, Co-Founder of Life Water Industries Sdn Bhd, Datuk Al Hambra Tun Juhar – Deputy Speaker of Sabah State Assembly, Mr Kendrick Ng – Artist Kendylife, Mr Winston Ng & Mrs Agnes Wong – Kendrick’s Parents, Mr Japson Wong – Founder & Creator of Tinggi Tinggi Creative Hub
Kota Kinabalu, 2 May 2026 — In a milestone moment for his creative journey, Malaysian doodle artist and creative director Kendrick Ng, known as Kendylife, presents his first-ever anniversary exhibition in his home state of Sabah. Titled “Lines That Became Stories”, the exhibition celebrates 20 years of artistic exploration, growth, and storytelling.
The exhibition was officially launched today in a ceremony attended by invited guests, including supporters, friends, and family. Sabah State Assembly deputy speaker Datuk Al Hambra Juhar, who is also passionate about creative works, was present to officiate the event.
Hailing from Tenom, Kendylife’s journey began from a small town with big dreams. A graduate of Kian Kok Middle School Sabah, his early years laid the foundation for a creative path that would eventually take him far beyond local borders. While Kendylife has steadily built his presence beyond Sabah, with showcases, collaborations, and appearances across Peninsular Malaysia and internationally in Singapore, the Philippines, Australia, the United Kingdom, and beyond, this exhibition marks a deeply personal homecoming. Bringing his work back to where it all began reflects both a sense of gratitude and a desire to give back to the local creative community. The exhibition is hosted at Tinggi Tinggi Creative Hub, a space Kendylife describes as a meaningful and fitting venue for this milestone. “To finally have my first major exhibition in Sabah, surrounded by a community that understands and supports creative growth, is something I’m truly thankful for,” he shares.
“Lines That Became Stories” will showcase a wide range of works spanning two decades, from early sketches and self-published zines to collaborative projects and refined visual narratives. More than a retrospective, the exhibition aims to spark dialogue and inspire the next generation of creatives.
At its core, the exhibition is driven by a larger vision:
● To foster stronger collaboration among Sabah-based creatives
● To promote education and deeper understanding through art
● To encourage entrepreneurship and creative thinking within the community
Exhibition Details:
● Title: Lines That Became Stories, A Kendylife Anniversary Exhibition
● Venue: Tinggi Tinggi Creative Hub, Kota Kinabalu
● Duration: 1st May – 30th June
● Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
● Note: Closed on Mondays, or on selected public holidays as announced by the gallery.
This exhibition is made possible with the generous support of Tinggi Tinggi Creative Hub, Sakura Color Malaysia, Gsoft Malaysia, Kinmen Association Tenom Sabah, Life Water Berhad, TEM TEM Sabah, Bauertech Industries, Borenos Fried Chicken, and One Roof. Supporting community partners include AniManGaki, Hobbycon Sabah, Otakyun! Sarawak, Kosimekus Group, and JUC ANIHOB. Media partners for the exhibition are LIFT Media, HCTV, and FAVSTYLE.
As Kendylife celebrates this 20-year milestone, “Lines That Became Stories” stands not only as a reflection of his journey, but also as an open invitation for Sabahans to connect, collaborate, and grow together through art.
