Zulaiha Zulkapli is a talented deaf artist and passionate advocate for deaf artists worldwide. Known for expressing memories and abstract concepts through her artwork, she plays a vital role in promoting inclusivity in the arts. Zulaiha serves as the president of Deaf Artist Malaysia under the Association of Deaf Artists International and previously led as the chief deaf artist at RC Deaf Missions Malaysia. In 2018, she successfully managed the KL World International Deaf Artist Exchange Exhibition.
Her work has been featured in renowned exhibitions, including the Deaf Art Exposé at Mid Valley, the World Deaf Artist Exchange Exhibition in Korea, and the Deaf Expression Exhibition at the National Art Gallery. Zulaiha’s artistic excellence extends to competitions, where she won the state-level Abilympics Drawing Competition, secured runner-up at the national level, and represented Malaysia at the Abilympics International Drawing Competition in Bordeaux, France. Her dedication continues to inspire and uplift the deaf artist community globally.
Artwork:
Saat Damaiku TeringatSaat Damaiku Teringat by Zulaiha Zulkapli envisions true tranquility, which is priceless. Green trees sway gently in the breeze, sending dry leaves adrift. There is no city noise, no engines roaring, no shouts from street vendors—only the crow of roosters and birdsong. I miss that silence, the calm solitude of my village home.
Teratak KasihTeratak Kasih by Zulaiha Zulkapli captures the deep, intertwining love of family and the cherished simplicity of village life from my childhood. Vivid memories of birdsong, gentle winds, and flowing rivers come alive, preserving an essence I can no longer feel—an eternal memory captured on canvas.