KLABF returns for its third edition

The much-anticipated Kuala Lumpur Art Book Fair (KLABF) is back for its third edition, promising to be bigger and better than ever. The event, set to take place from December 8 to 10, 2023, will transform the Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH) into a haven for art enthusiasts, designers, and book lovers, boasting 112 international and local exhibitors from over 13 countries.

Founded in 2021, KLABF is an independent annual event that celebrates contemporary art, design, and printed matters, organized by LIE Design. It stands as the first of its kind in Malaysia, providing a global platform for creative practitioners and the self-publishing community to unite, collaborate, and explore design printworks in the realm of artistic endeavors.

This year’s KLABF 2023 is the largest edition to date, featuring 52 international exhibitors hailing from China, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, The Netherlands, and the USA.

Exciting additions to KLABF 2023

KLABF 2023 introduces a thrilling line-up of artists and exhibitors, promising a captivating array of visual delights. Notable additions include:

• Ajim Juxta: An award-winning Malaysian visual artist and lyricist known for his creations exploring topics like architecture, dystopia, and mythology.
• Radio Woon: An artist cum designer celebrated for quirky character creations inspired by Malaysia’s multicultural context.
• Grafis Nusantara: An Indonesian collective deeply committed to the preservation and reproduction of vintage label stickers across the archipelago.
• In Plain Words: A Singaporean editorial studio that examines everyday life through food and design.
• Sojanggak: A South Korean specialist in crafting books that encapsulate the beauty of visual culture and narratives from Southeast Asia.
• Enya Lim: The youngest exhibitor at KLABF 2023, a 10-year-old self-taught artist from Malaysia, known for her endearing doodles adorning various canvases.

In addition to an extensive range of art books, zines, magazines, and limited-run imprints, visitors can also look forward to a series of book launches, talks, sharing sessions, hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and more. To enhance the fair’s experience, KLABF has collaborated with Cahaya Create and G.F. Smith to curate an art installation that showcases a spectrum of multicolored paper clouds.

Event details

• Date: December 8 – 10, 2023
• Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Venue: Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH), 1, Jalan Maharajalela, Kampung Attap, 50150 Kuala Lumpur
• Admission Fee: RM12 (excluding processing and handling fees); Free entry for children under 12
• Tickets: Purchase Tickets Here

KLABF 2023 is organized by LIE Design and supported by the Australian High Commission Malaysia, G.F. Smith, RJ Paper, Mossery, RUBIX Communications, /Slash, SLOW BURN BOOKS, Cahaya Create, and Galaxy Automation.

For complete event program details and updates, visit the official website here or follow KLABF on Facebook and Instagram. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the world of art, design, and printed matters at KLABF 2023!