Dib Bangkok: Bangkok’s first international contemporary art museum opens this weekend

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Bangkok is no stranger to sensory overload, from the heat to the constant movement of tourists, to the food and its stimulating burst of culture. But come 21st December 2025, the city will gain a place designed for something rarer: pause. Dib Bangkok, Thailand’s first international contemporary art museum, is preparing to open its doors as a bold new cultural landmark, one … Continue reading Dib Bangkok: Bangkok’s first international contemporary art museum opens this weekend

Preview: UOB unveils tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN

UOB is bringing art, light and joy to the heart of Singapore with two spectacular projection mapping displays from 18 December 2025 to 1 January 2026. The displays, themed “Sharing Joy, Celebrating with our Communities”, was inspired by the spirit of giving back to our community and will illuminate the 280-metre façade of UOB Plaza 1 – the tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN. With … Continue reading Preview: UOB unveils tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN

Celebrating ten years of Sonny Liew’s ‘The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye’ with a three-site exhibition

Ten years after its groundbreaking release, The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye has long established that it’s one of Singapore’s foremost works of literature, a cultural touchstone that may very well claim to be one of the quintessential Singaporean novels, where Sonny Liew’s award-winning work reimagines Singapore’s history through the life of a comic artist, blending fact, fiction, and the very medium of comics … Continue reading Celebrating ten years of Sonny Liew’s ‘The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye’ with a three-site exhibition

Visual Art: ART SG and S.E.A. Focus Announce Leading Galleries, New Curatorial and Programme Offerings for 2026 Edition

When ART SG opens its doors at Marina Bay Sands in January 2026, the fair will look and feel different from every edition before it. Now in its fourth year, Southeast Asia’s largest international art fair is transforming into a wider cultural ecosystem, one that reflects how rapidly the region’s artistic landscape is developing. Spearheaded by Founding and Lead Partner UBS, ART SG 2026 brings … Continue reading Visual Art: ART SG and S.E.A. Focus Announce Leading Galleries, New Curatorial and Programme Offerings for 2026 Edition

Seven arts practitioners honoured with Cultural Medallion and Young Artist Award as Singapore celebrates the role of the arts in the nation’s journey

Seven artists were conferred the Cultural Medallion and Young Artist Award at the Istana yesterday, in recognition of their exemplary contributions to Singapore’s arts sector. The nation’s 60th year of independence provides a fitting backdrop to honour the growth of the arts in our nation-building journey. Cultural Medallion recipients Goh Boon Teck (theatre) and Nai Swee Leng (visual arts) embody the visionary leadership that has fundamentally shaped Singapore’s artistic landscape and cultural identity, while Young Artist Award recipients He … Continue reading Seven arts practitioners honoured with Cultural Medallion and Young Artist Award as Singapore celebrates the role of the arts in the nation’s journey

Arts of Japan: Julian Opie Brings Groundbreaking LED Installation to GINZA SIX

Tokyo’s premier luxury retail and cultural destination, GINZA SIX, will host a striking new work by internationally acclaimed contemporary artist Julian Opie this September. Titled Marathon. Women., the large-scale LED video installation marks a first for Opie, known for his minimalist, pictogram-like depictions of human figures. Born in London and educated at Goldsmiths, University of London, Opie has long explored the boundaries of visual perception … Continue reading Arts of Japan: Julian Opie Brings Groundbreaking LED Installation to GINZA SIX

Brigitte Niedermair and Carine Roitfeld share more about their vision behind UBS House of Craft x Dior at New Museum Singapore

The prestigious UBS House of Craft x Dior is set to arrive in Singapore within a week, a full exhibition exploring Dior at the heart of haute couture fashion for eight decades, complete with strong scope, ambition, and emotional resonance. After its resounding New York debut in June 2025, the Asian edition brings an enriched program to the New Art Museum Singapore, part of Whitestone … Continue reading Brigitte Niedermair and Carine Roitfeld share more about their vision behind UBS House of Craft x Dior at New Museum Singapore

Singapore Art Week 2026 promises arts of the future

As Singapore Art Week (SAW) turns fourteen, the city-state is once again poised to transform into a sprawling canvas for contemporary art. From 22 to 31 January 2026, more than a hundred programmes, ranging from international exhibitions and art fairs to experimental tech collaborations and public installations—will ignite the island’s museums, galleries, and streets. Organised by the National Arts Council (NAC) and supported by the … Continue reading Singapore Art Week 2026 promises arts of the future

Thai artist Jamilah Haji wins 2025 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year Award

At the 2025 UOB Painting of the Year Awards ceremony held at the National Gallery Singapore, Thai artist Ms Jamilah Haji was announced as the UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year (SEA POY) winner for her luminous textile work Dua (Pray for a Blessing). The piece, crafted entirely through embroidery on fabric, portrays women in prayerful poses, symbols of collective faith and renewal, interwoven … Continue reading Thai artist Jamilah Haji wins 2025 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year Award

An Interview with Alan Koh, Fair Director of Affordable Art Fair Singapore on the 2025 edition

This November, the Affordable Art Fair Singapore returns to the F1 Pit Building with its most dynamic edition since 2019, inviting visitors to see, make, and collect art in a celebration of creativity and community. Featuring 95 galleries, hands-on workshops, immersive installations, and family-friendly activities, the Fair continues to make art accessible to all. Building on last year’s record of 22,000 visitors and S$5.3 million … Continue reading An Interview with Alan Koh, Fair Director of Affordable Art Fair Singapore on the 2025 edition