Hi, I'm Sok Han
I’m a portrait painter based in Singapore.
My greatest passion lies in painting portraits because creating a portrait on canvas is a deeply fulfilling experience for me.
"Every portrait I create is a journey into capturing the soul of my subject."
My obsession with portraits started at a young age
"I grew up sketching face on blank papers, and those little doodles turned into a lifelong passion for portraiture and live event sketching."
My interest in drawing began at a young age, and I remember drawing the Prime Minister - Mahathir Mohamad, when I was 12 years old, and I received a token award from my kampung’s community. Growing up in a traditional Chinese family, compliment may be scarce for my drawings but I remember nobody discourage me from doing what I like.
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Having loved drawing portraits since childhood, I find painting them to be a truly magical experience. During my teenage years, I spent hours sketching in my free time, unaware that the seeds I was planting would one day grow into a flourishing tree of passion and creativity.
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"Throughout my journey of exploring portrait painting, I have been fortunate and honored to receive commissions from both individual and corporate clients.
Whether working on large-scale projects or smaller pieces, I genuinely enjoy the creative process and love every aspect of what I do."
Engaging in art creation changed my life
"Portrait painting has given me a voice to express what words often fail to convey."
I was fortunate to grow up in a small village during a time when mobile phones were bulky, block-like devices — a world completely different from today. Even television programs back then were far from exciting. With few distractions, I naturally turned to reading, writing, and drawing to fill my time. Out of boredom, I explored books left on the bookshelf by my siblings and parents, and my diary-writing style was shaped by the writers who inspired me. I remember faithfully keeping a diary until my college days.
Now, painting has become my new way to express myself, offering a creative outlet that feels just as personal and fulfilling.
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I am Art Instructor
Having dedicated a significant portion of my life to the joy of painting, I am excited to share my passion and expertise with the students at My Art Space. My journey in the world of art has been a labor of love, and I am eager to foster creativity, inspire budding artists, and cultivate a vibrant artistic community here.
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Check out my profile @ My Art Space
