Foo Syn Hee
Was born in Kuching, Sarawak in 1931. He was graduate of Batu Lintang Teachers College and served in St. Thomas Secondary School, Kuching. He is both an artist as well as an art educator. He once held the positions of Secretary, Chairman and Honorary Chairman of Sarawak Fine Arts Society. His paintings give the impression of a spontaneous artist who paint places he visits. He has a unique behavior and opinion that show in his works of art: his optimism and admiration of nature`s energy. His loyalty and contribution towards the Sarawak Fine Arts Society and as an art educator in terms of time and effort are invaluable. In 2005, he was awarded the Diploma of Expertise in Art by the American Biographical Institute. His willingness to try out new thing as well as exploiting new media has motivated him to expose as well as introduce art aesthetics and techniques to his students. He was the sole Sarawakian artist featured in Asia Pacific and American Who`s Who in 2004 and 2005.
