Lay Hoon, better known by her artist name Arty Guava, was born in Malaysia and now lives with her family in Vancouver, Canada. Her creative journey has taken her through many stages – from a degree in bioengineering to a successful career in design and branding.
During the pandemic, Lay Hoon rediscovered her passion for art – and did so with full force. Her colorful, life-affirming works quickly gained international recognition.
Arty Guava’s style is playful, feminine, and full of energy. Her artworks feature dancing figures, tropical flowers, and animals in free motion – as if they belonged to a more harmonious world. Her art is an invitation to celebrate life and live in harmony with ourselves, nature, and those around us.
Her recurring themes include sisterhood, inner balance, self-care, and freedom through movement – especially dance. The joy her images radiate is contagious, making Arty Guava’s works vibrant companions in any space.
