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Artbug meeting with an ardent fan from Penang : 16 Sep 2010

A blog entry of my performance in Dec 2009 at the Hard Rock Hotel Penang ensued with a heart-warming comment by a spectator at the event.

Ching said "In FedEx Rockin' Purple Christmas, my husband and I were captivated by your amazing performance and your 'magnetic' Elvis voice, we absolutely enjoyed every moment of your performance. I've recorded part of your performance and showed it to my father, and he was shocked! He is a 100% Elvis fan and he wants a chance to enjoy your performance too! Please update us if you have any upcoming performances in Penang!"

It was a real encouragement, an affirmative sign that I'm doing it right :)

I further traced the origin of Ching, which led me to her website. Ching is none other that a renowned artist of international recognition with marvelous works of texture art. She runs Artbug, a Frame & Art shop in Penang, together with her husband, Khoo, a famous frame specialist. What a perfect partnership indeed!

I had the privilege to meet up with Ching and her husband at their shop in Penang, while I was on holiday with my family. Both were cheerful, pleasant & heart-warming. We felt very much at ease in a cosy atmosphere in our face-to-face personal encounter.

I truly admire the art gallery on display ... simply amazing. Do drop by Ching's shop when you are in Penang.

Artbug is at 26 Nagore Road, Georgetown, 10050 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel/Fax : +604-228 0504
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With Ching & Khoo, the owners of Artbug


As a gesture of appreciation, I presented Ching with my personal Elvis CD featuring my rendition of popular Elvis evergreen hits. To my surprise, Ching presented me with a texture art of the character 舞. It means "Dance" which associates with the performing arts of my Elvis choreography.

Our souvenir exchange


Painted meticulously in acrylic paint and coated in gold, the word literally stands out in texture, complemented by a simple and matching frame cut design. What an honour to receive such a meaningful & artistic gift. It's now placed together with my singing trophies won over the years.


To Ching & Khoo, thank you so much for a brief but wonderful time in your warm & cosy company.
Hope you enjoy listening to my CD. Wishing you happiness always and good prosperity in your business.
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