I am Hamidon Ahmed, a senior art administrator and creative director with over 30 years of experience in exhibition design, museum scenography, and cultural event management. I have led state-level art associations and served on government museum boards, building teams and delivering visible cultural programs that connect people with our heritage. My work bridges creative vision with practical execution, from public art and placemaking to education and youth culture initiatives. I’m passionate about mentoring artists, revitalizing public spaces, and documenting our history through thoughtful design and collaboration.

Hamidon Ahmed

I am Hamidon Ahmed, a senior art administrator and creative director with over 30 years of experience in exhibition design, museum scenography, and cultural event management. I have led state-level art associations and served on government museum boards, building teams and delivering visible cultural programs that connect people with our heritage. My work bridges creative vision with practical execution, from public art and placemaking to education and youth culture initiatives. I’m passionate about mentoring artists, revitalizing public spaces, and documenting our history through thoughtful design and collaboration.

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I am Hamidon Ahmed, a senior art administrator and creative director with over 30 years of experience in exhibition design, museum scenography, and cultural event management. I have led state-level art associations and served on government museum boards, building teams and delivering visible cultural programs that connect people with our heritage.

My work bridges creative vision with practical execution, from public art and placemaking to education and youth culture initiatives. I’m passionate about mentoring artists, revitalizing public spaces, and documenting our history through thoughtful design and collaboration.

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Work Experience

Board Member (Ahli Lembaga) at Lembaga Muzium Negeri Perak (Perak State Museum Board)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023
Provided strategic oversight for museum operations, exhibition curation, and heritage preservation initiatives for the state of Perak.
Committee Member (AJK) at Angkatan Pelukis SeMalaysia (APS)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Contributed to national-level artist cooperation and policy advocacy.
Vice President 1 at Gabungan Persatuan Pelukis SeMalaysia (GAP’s)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Coordinated national-level artist cooperation and policy initiatives.
President & Founder at Persatuan Pelukis Perak
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2013
Established the association and led it for 15 years, organizing programs to elevate local artists.
Chief Facilitator at Program Penghayatan Sastera & Budaya PLKN (DBP)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Designed and delivered cultural appreciation modules for youth trainees with Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP).

Education

Certificate in Creative Arts at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991
High School Education at Sekolah Menengah Clifford, Kuala Kangsar, Perak
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1986

Qualifications

Certificate in Creative Arts (Sijil Seni Kreatif)
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services