Malaysian-born Artfinder artist Selva Veeriah left his job as a barrister to take up painting full time.
Selva trained as a lawyer when his father died, leaving him as the main breadwinner for his family. Whilst working as a barrister in Malaysia he always painted in his spare time, but following a move to Melbourne, he took the step to go full time. His work has been exhibited in galleries all over the world, including Melbourne and London.
Read the full story in the Star Metro, Malaysia
Hero Image: "S184" by Selva Veeriah