The students take part in colouring activities guided by Melton and their teachers.
KUCHING: Galleria at Wesberly House recently held a Christmas party for students from the Association for the Welfare of Intellectually Disabled Children (Perkata) Special School for children with special needs.
A statement from Galleria said artist Melton Kais hosted the educational and fun day for the students aged seven to 17.
The students were guided during colouring activities to help develop their artistic skills.
They were also entertained with games involving spotting and identifying objects in paintings and musical chairs.
Later the students enjoyed a visit to the koi fish pond at Wesberly Link.
Perkata runs special classes for children with Down’s Syndrome, autism, as well as different mental and physical issues.
Galleria is a well-lit and spacious art gallery, which displays the works of some of Sarawak’s most promising painters including Sylvester Jussem, Norman Choo and Melton Kais.
It has actively organised many art exhibitions by local and international artists.
A hub for art-related activities, Galleria hosts events involving professional and budding artists, art enthusiasts and art lovers, tertiary students and school children.
Galleria Gallery provides ample space to cater for larger exhibitions.
Located at Wesberly House, Suite 1-3, Lot 2812, Block 195 Rubber Road West, Kuching, more information on Galleria can be found at www.wesberly.com.my or by emailing [email protected].