National Art Gallery continues its commitment to empowering the local arts ecosystem and creative industry through the organisation of the Young Art Entrepreneurs (YAE!) Programme, which is now entering its 11th Cohort.
The YAE! Programme nurtures young art entrepreneurs to become knowledgeable, skilled, and competitive. This programme focuses on generating sustainable income through creative works, products, and services.
This comprehensive art entrepreneurship initiative is carried out this year through a strategic collaboration with the Malaysia Design and Development Centre (DDEC).
The 11th Cohort of YAE! Features the participation of 20 participants from diverse backgrounds who undergo intensive entrepreneurship learning sessions.
Beginning in September 2025, the programme runs for four months, encompassing intensive learning modules, creative product development, and exposure to the real market.
A three-month mentorship session strengthens the programme by guiding participants to refine their business strategies, branding, and marketing.
Interestingly, this cohort also combines the participation of new participants and YAE! Alumni to create more inclusive sharing of perspectives in product development and art entrepreneurship.
National Art Gallery Opens A Chapter of Arts
To enliven this year’s YAE! Programme, the National Art Gallery will organise:
- Event: Kontena Seni, Warna & Warisan
- Venue: Art Depot, National Art Gallery
- Date: 20 December 2025 – 1 February 2026
- Time: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm.
Throughout the duration of the event, various art workshops and creative activities will be held to provide exposure, learning experiences, and direct involvement for visitors.
The event also features the YAE! Open Day, held on December 20 and 21, 2025.
This initiative serves as the main platform for participants to exhibit and market their artworks and entrepreneurial products to the public.
It also acts as a platform for direct interaction between participants and the public, including buyers, art collectors, and creative industry professionals.
This connection helps expand their networking and market opportunities.
The programme will then conclude with a Final Show scheduled to take place in January 2026.
Through the organisation of YAE!, the National Art Gallery hopes this programme can be a catalyst for the development of young art entrepreneur talent, thereby contributing to the continuous growth of the nation’s art and creative industry.
Therefore, the public is invited to attend and enliven the Kontena Seni, Warna & Warisan, and YAE! Open Day at the Art Depot, National Art Gallery.
For more information, follow the official social media of the National Art Gallery or visit the official website.