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DuniaMotif

DuniaMotif is a pioneering brand dedicated to redefining the world of natural dyeing, offering industries and businesses the opportunity to embrace sustainable color creation in a meaningful way. Our expertise lies in transforming nature’s pigments into bespoke hand-dyed textiles that cater to a wide range of applications, from elegant interior decorations and wall hangings to exclusive corporate products.

At DuniaMotif, we go beyond aesthetics—our extensive research and exploration of waste materials and innovative dye techniques are at the heart of our work. By collaborating with communities, we strive to transform what is often discarded into something beautiful and valuable, contributing to a more sustainable future.

We offer a fully immersive, end-to-end experience where every step of the process is shared with our clients. From sourcing eco-friendly materials to witnessing the intricate artistry of dyeing, we invite our clients to engage in a circular practice that highlights sustainability at its core.

 

Our approach is not just about achieving stunning results, but about fostering an appreciation for the slow, deliberate process of natural dyeing. With DuniaMotif, you're not just receiving a product—you’re becoming part of a conscious movement towards environmental responsibility, thoughtful creativity, and a celebration of nature’s colors, all while supporting communities and promoting sustainable practices for a better tomorrow.

Exhibitions, Residencies & Others
 

2023

New Landscapes: Fashion, Textiles and Technology (FTT) Catalyst R&D Grant Scheme.

https://www.arts.ac.uk/about-ual/press-office/stories/six-uk-and-overseas-small-business-partnerships-in-sustainable-fashion,-textiles-and-technology-programme

2023
The Thetis Blacker Award 2023
Temenos Academy Organisation

United Kingdom

https://www.temenosacademy.org/thetis-blacker-scholarship/

2021-2022
Trash <–>Treasure
The Anteros Gallery

Norwich, United Kingdom
Artist in residence/Co-Organiser,
Trash <–> Treasure, Malaysia + United Kingdom

www.projektrashtreasure.com

 

2019

Material Matters

The SGA

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Group Exhibition

www.shaliniganendra.com

Media & Interview

Making Food Waste More Colourful
BFM Radio. 2024

Tastefully crafted, thoughtfully curated
The Star Malaysia. 2024

Malaysian artists transform trash into artwork

The Star Malaysia.2021

‘Raw, imperfect but honest’: are natural dyes fashion’s future?

Article published by South China Morning Post (SCMP).2020

The Peak Expert: Indigo

Peak Magazine Malaysia & Singapore.2019

Professional History 

International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM) organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Malaysia

Speaker: Food Waste Potential in Commercial Market

International Conference on Material Culture (ICMC)

Sunway University, Malaysia

Virtual Exhibitor 2021

Keynote: 'My Journey of Batik itu Bakti'

Project Collaborator

Microplastic Detection ( i-Teams )

University of East Anglia | 2019-2020

Malaysian Experts

International Natural Dyes Workshop

Royal Tenun Pahang Foundation 2019

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