UOB Malaysia invites artists to showcase their unique artistry at the 15th UOB Painting of the Year competition
The UOB POY competition is one of the region's most prestigious annual art competitions running simultaneously across Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Launched in Malaysia in 2011, the competition offers one of the highest cash prizes in the country.
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