Born in 1923, Lim Tze Peng is largely a self-taught artist. In his oeuvre, ink paintings and calligraphic works feature prominently, although there is a small number of oils, watercolours and drawings. He created a unique style of ink painting using rich brush and tonal details, and this approach is often regarded as a manifestation of the Nanyang Style in the ink medium. Lim, a school principal until his retirement in the early 1980s, was awarded the Cultural Medallion by the Singapore government in 2003.The cultural richness and beautiful monuments of Bali are a source of inspiration for generations of Singaporean artists, from the pioneers to the present generation. Lim was likewise enchanted and made multiple visits there, often returning with artworks that document the everyday life of the Balinese, their festivals and lush nature.
