sim kwang Hun 沈观汉
Born in 1945, Singapore, Mr Sim Kwang Hun is a master in Chinese calligraphy writing. He has many years of practice, teaching and demonstrating calligraphy writing under his belt.
He held a solo exhibition in 1974 at Chinese Chamber of Commerce with former Member of Parliament, Dr Ho Kah Leong, as his guest of honour. He spent a couple of years learning painting and writing from first generation artist Chen Wen Hsi during his teenage years. In 1992, he was selected alongside Chua Ek Kay as one of the artists by Singapore Tourism Promotion Board to hold a calligraphy demonstration at the Seville Expo. In 2004, Sim wrote a book titled, “The Evolution of Chinese Cursive Writing”.
Mr Sim working on a commissioned piece
Mr Sim working on a piece of calligraphy writing
Mr Sim Kwang Hun holding up a freshly completed commissioned piece
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Available works
乐
Happiness
42x45cm
乐 reminds us that happiness can be found in the simple moments of everyday life — a good meal, a conversation with loved ones, or a quiet evening at home. Mr Sim Kwang Hun’s calligraphy invites us to pause and appreciate these little joys.
闲看庭前花开花落
漫随天外云卷云舒
Embracing Life's Rhythms with Ease
There is a certain peace in allowing things to take their own course—watching the clouds move across the sky, the flowers bloom and eventually fade, without feeling the need to hold on. A reminder to slow down and appreciate where we are in the present moment.
58x9cm each
2026
平安当大赚 70x23cm
只要平安健康，就是最大的收获
The greatest fortune is to be safe and sound.
梅花香自苦寒 63x22cm
“The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from enduring the cold of winter.”
The phrase symbolises perseverance, resilience, and the idea that true beauty and success are often born through hardship and dedication.
青山依旧 绿水长流 paper size 69x42cm
但愿人长久千里共婵娟 Paper size 85x17cm
乐在其中 Joy lives in the doing 94x25cm
一念清净
A Mind at Peace
23x69cm
Inner peace begins with a single tranquil thought.
When all is calm and positive, clarity and serenity naturally follow.
清风徐来
A Gentle Breeze
23x69cm
Despite living in a fast-paced city, many people long for moments of stillness—a cool breeze during an evening walk, the rustling of leaves after the rain or the quiet of home at the end of the day.
清风徐来 becomes a reminder to welcome these simple moments of calm and to appreciate that peace often comes gently
风调雨顺
May the Winds and Rains Be Favourable
29x69cm
Traditionally, 风调雨顺 represents the conditions needed for a good harvest. In Singapore today, the "harvest" can be understood metaphorically: a prosperous home, a successful business, good health, and a fulfilling life.
平安喜樂
A Life of Peace and Joy
Paper size 25x90cm
平安喜乐 is a gentle wish for a life of peace, safety and joy. In the rhythm of Singapore's busy city life, it reminds us that happiness can be found in the simplest things — being surrounded by loved ones, returning home safely, and appreciating the quiet moments of everyday life.
安乐无忧
Peaceful, joyful, and free from worries
22x86cm
Rather than wishing for great wealth or extraordinary achievement, the phrase expresses something more fundamental: may life be peaceful, comfortable and free from unnecessary worries
福壽安寧家和業興
Blessings, longevity, health and peace; a harmonious family and a successful life
Paper size 25x87cm
家和萬事興
Harmony in the family brings prosperity
paper size 48x93cm
宁静致远 tranquility yields transcendence 65x15cm
花好月圓 Calligraphy by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
松風水月 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun, paper size 30x6.5cm
心平气和 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun, paper size 34.5x23cm
自強不息 厚德載物 Calligraphy by Mr Sim Kwang Hun, paper size 68x34cm
勤能補拙 恆者必成 Calligraphy by Mr Sim Kwang Hun, paper size 68x34cm
福 Calligraphy by Mr Sim Kwang Hun, paper size 80x60cm
past commissioned works
恩 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
自强不息 厚德载物 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
以民为本 以国为先 务实处事 公正无疑 无处可见 无所不在 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
天长地久 Calligraphy Writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
家和万事兴 calligraphy writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun
天时地利人和 calligraphy writing by Mr Sim Kwang Hun