Malay traditional woodcarving is one of the Malays’ most intricate and amazing heritages. It is also a symbol, representing our
beloved Malay arts, and thus acts as an identifier to our country. The legacy of woodcarving inheritance is passed through many
generations until today- therefore, it is only logic to preserve and uphold such traditions. An aim to study the structure of
Terengganu Malay traditional woodcarving motif based on interpretations of Malay Aesthetic principles and elements is being
applied to new motifs design to contemporary artwork, namely, painting and installation art.