Tines has always been passionate about art ever since she was a child. Her preferred mediums are acrylics on canvas, and charcoals/pastels on paper. Her inspiration comes mainly from her vivid, colourful dreams. She is compelled to paint what she feels and this draws out the raw instincts within her as an artist. She also interprets words or songs into paintings, letting her imagination and emotions take control. Her work ranges from surreal abstract art to photo-realistic landscapes and portraits. She has her work in private collections in Malaysia, New Zealand and Australia.

Tines is of Indian-Chinese heritage, and was born and raised in Malaysia, a melting pot of different cultures and religions. She has a wide range of interests, which include poetry, music, Cuban salsa, martial arts, face painting and photography. She holds a Bachelor of Computer Graphics and Design, and currently works full-time as a studio manager/graphic designer at an advertising agency in Auckland. She is also an artist, face painter and salsa dancer.