Art What!: ‘Kim Lim – The Space Between. A Retrospective’ at National Gallery Singapore

It would be impossible to talk about Singapore contemporary art without mention of sculptor Kim Lim. And it is thus with great anticipation and revere that National Gallery Singapore’s Kim Lim: The Space Between – A Retrospective finally arrives, offering a powerful and long-awaited tribute to the late Kim Lim (1936–1997). Known for her minimalist approach, Lim was a seminal Singaporean-British sculptor and printmaker whose … Continue reading Art What!: ‘Kim Lim – The Space Between. A Retrospective’ at National Gallery Singapore

Art What!: National Gallery Singapore opens new long-term exhibition ‘Singapore Stories: ​Pathways and Detours in Art​’

National Gallery Singapore presents the first part of its new long-term exhibition, Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art in the revamped DBS Singapore Gallery, where masterpieces and new artworks from the National Collection will be presented alongside loans from private and institutional collections. The exhibition explores Singapore’s stories through art, showing how artists have used their artworks to reflect and respond to societal changes over time.  Featuring … Continue reading Art What!: National Gallery Singapore opens new long-term exhibition ‘Singapore Stories: ​Pathways and Detours in Art​’

Art What!: Singapore Art Week returns in 2025 with new collaborations and programmes to ignite the senses

Singapore Art Week (SAW), Southeast Asia’s ten-day pinnacle visual arts season, returns from 17 to 26 January 2025 for its 13th edition. Organised by the National Arts Council (NAC) and supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Art Takes Over with more than 130 exciting arts events across the island for people from all walks of life to engage with and enjoy the arts, together.  … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Art Week returns in 2025 with new collaborations and programmes to ignite the senses

Art What!: ART SG Returns for its Third Edition in January 2025 with a Dynamic Line-up of Singaporean, Southeast Asian and International Contemporary Art

ART SG, presented by Founding and Lead Partner UBS, stages its third edition at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from 17 to 19 January 2025 (VIP Preview and Vernissage on 16 January 2025). ART SG will bring together leading galleries from the region and around the world to spotlight Singapore as a fast-rising cultural capital and key hub for artistic exchange and … Continue reading Art What!: ART SG Returns for its Third Edition in January 2025 with a Dynamic Line-up of Singaporean, Southeast Asian and International Contemporary Art

Art What!: Yong Wee Loon’s “A Sip Through Time” wins both 2024 UOB Painting of the Year (Singapore) and UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year

Singaporean artist Mr Yong Wee Loon’s artwork “A Sip Through Time”, which taps into viewers’ sense of nostalgia through artifacts lost to modern society, clinched both the 2024 UOB Painting of the Year (Singapore) award and the prestigious UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year (SEA POY) award. Mr Yong’s artwork rose above the outstanding winning pieces from the 2024 UOB POY competitions held in … Continue reading Art What!: Yong Wee Loon’s “A Sip Through Time” wins both 2024 UOB Painting of the Year (Singapore) and UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year

Art What!: Affordable Art Fair Celebrates milestone 15th edition in Singapore

In 2024, Affordable Art Fair marks two significant milestones: its 25th anniversary globally and its 15th anniversary in Singapore. This 7-10 November 2024, the F1 Pit Building will once again come alive as the fair returns, continuing its mission to make art accessible to everyone and celebrating its enduring influence on the global and local art scenes. The 15th anniversary of Affordable Art Fair Singapore … Continue reading Art What!: Affordable Art Fair Celebrates milestone 15th edition in Singapore

Arts of Hong Kong: 3rd Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival Narrates the Past and Present of Sai Kung

HONG KONG – The Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival, organised by the Tourism Commission, supported by the Hong Kong Geopark and curated by One Bite Design Studio will be held from 13th November, 2024 to 12th January, 2025. Following last year’s accolades, including the Singapore Good Design Award 2024 (Experience Design category) and the Golden Pin Design Award 2024 (Integration Design category), this year’s Festival … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: 3rd Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival Narrates the Past and Present of Sai Kung

Preview: The Silence of All Things: Thus Have I Heard by Siong Leng Musical Association

In their latest concert, the Siong Leng Musical Association is collaborating with Liu Xiaoyi, the Artistic Director of Emergency Stairs, working alongside Siong Leng Artistic Director Lin Shao Ling. Together, they will serve as co-artistic directors for a new trilogy entitled “The Silence of All Things,” using Nanyin and its practitioners as a starting point to explore the deep connections between Eastern philosophy and contemporary … Continue reading Preview: The Silence of All Things: Thus Have I Heard by Siong Leng Musical Association

Preview: The Substation’s Gathering Ground 2024 uses pop-ups to bring the arts to the community

Even without a permanent home, The Substation continues to produce and present initiatives that promote the arts, and platforms new talents. In its latest initiative, The Substation presents Gathering Ground, a fresh series of community pop-ups that invites the public to immerse themselves in the arts alongside them. Embodying their long-standing commitment to nurturing independent voices and fostering unexpected collaborations, Gathering Ground will comprise 3 … Continue reading Preview: The Substation’s Gathering Ground 2024 uses pop-ups to bring the arts to the community

Art What!: ‘Teo Eng Seng – We’re Happy. Are You Happy?’ at National Gallery Singapore

Revisit local and global events from the mid-20th century to the present through the ironic and sometimes tragicomic lens of veteran artist Teo Eng Seng at National Gallery Singapore’s latest exhibition. As part of its ongoing SG Artist series, National Gallery Singapore presents Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?, the most extensive and comprehensive survey of this trailblazing multidisciplinary innovator to date. From 6 September 2024 to 2 February 2025, visitors can look forward to … Continue reading Art What!: ‘Teo Eng Seng – We’re Happy. Are You Happy?’ at National Gallery Singapore