Mat Ali Mat Som's artworks show his passion for the study of human figures, and he translates all ideals on the representation of muscular human forms through the fluid movements of Silat. Narratives about local warriors which have been told in history are illustrated, presenting techniques of a form of martial art which is indigenous to Nusantara. Three warriors are pictured in dynamic battle pose, with torso and arms twisting gestures emphasising quick movement. Mat Ali obtained a BA (HONS) in Fine Art at Universiti Teknologi Mara in 1997. His recognition includes winning 3rd Prize in the Kuala Lumpur Sculpture Contest and an Honourable Mention in the Philip Morris Malaysia Art Awards, Kuala Lumpur. Since 2009, Mat Ali had a number of shows at prominent galleries in Malaysia. He participated in Young And New at House of Matahati in 2009 and later that year had his solo show Dendam Tak Sudah at Metro Fine Art. Other exhibitions included Artriangle at National Art Gallery Malaysia in 2010, while 2012 has been Ali's busiest, showing his works at A Meter Diameter at House of Matahati, Lineage at Art Accent, Pameran Pelukis Selangor at Galeri Shah Alam as well as at the grand opening of Rosella Gallery in Singapore.