Figurative painter Hisyamuddin Abdullah's paintings often reflect his observations on life and society. Behind Portrait #4 re-examines historical icons, placing emphasis on the contrast between figuration and bold abstract shapes in the overall composition. As quoted from the artist "This artwork is a manifestation of societal figures, a fusion of two personalities. Even though they each play a different role, I believe that these two figures indicate a concept or value of self-identity. The visual interpretation of portraits hidden behind the random shapes on their faces means that they are still recognisable even though their facial identities have been camouflaged." Hisyamuddin Abdullah received his bachelor's degree in Fine Art from UiTM Shah Alam in 2012. In 2013, he had two art residencies, one in Bali, Indonesia, and the other in Kuala Lumpur. His awards include Young Guns Awards Malaysia 2016, and 3rd Winner in Drawing at the Tanjong Heritage National Level Art Competition. In 2014, Hisyamuddin had a solo exhibition with Taksu Kuala Lumpur titled SArKAs followed by his second solo exhibition at Taksu Kuala Lumpur titled KOTA(k) MAGIS in July 2021. He has participated in numerous group shows namely #SKULL (2019), Human Being (2019), XIX Nineteen (2019), Axis By Praxis: Identity In Transition (2018) etc at various local galleries.