Singapore Art Week guide 2014 JANUARY 13 ‒ 19 WINNER Asian Publishing Awards BEST PUBLISHING APP P L A Y • W A T C H • L I S T E N • E X P L O R E Enjoy a fully interactive version of this guide by downloading the award-winning, free I-S Magazine iPad App. www.is-magazine.com/app Or download the free PDF from www.artweek.sg Singapore Art Week Welcome to THE Singapore Art Week! For art lovers, there’s no better time to be in Singapore than during the Singapore Art Week (January 13 to 19), as it marks the period when Singapore’s visual art scene is at its most vibrant. It’s the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a flurry of varied art experiences, from blockbuster exhibitions to emerging stars from the region, from engaging talks and seminars to special movie screenings. At the same time, you’ll be meeting art collectors, art enthusiasts and artists from all over the world. In fact, top international artists like Takashi Murakami and David LaChapelle have dropped by in previous years, so fans might just catch a glimpse of their favourite stars from the art world during the week! With so many exhibitions and activities going on around the city, this all-in-one navigational guide is a must-have accessory. To make finding your way around Singapore a breeze, we’ve zoomed in on five key art precincts, so you can work through the shows and events listed here—and still find time to kick back and soak up the unique atmosphere of each neighbourhood. So, with the itinerary sorted, you’re ready to embark on your art journey. gillman barracks civic district & marina bay Orchard ROAD & dempsey HILL chinatown & Artspace @ helutrans Art trails index Singapore Art Week bras basah & Bugis 41 48 55 57 4 6 24 36 event highlights 33 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Bras Basah & Bugis Orchard Road & Dempsey Hill Civic District & Marina Bay (See page 16) (See page 44) National Museum of Singapore A Changed World 10am-6pm Until Mar 16 British Council and Singapore International Foundation Preview of Angles of Incidence 6:30pm Until Mar 23 13 Singapore Art Museum Singapore Biennale 10am-7pm Until Feb 19 highlights (See page 12) Art-2 Preview of Sleepless in the City 6:30pm Until Jan 29 (See page 9) 14 Galerie Perrotin Unveiling Ceremony: Jean-Michel Othoniel’s Red Knot 10am (See page 42) Civic District & Marina Bay Art Outreach Marina Bay Sands Art Path 2pm Until Jan 17 (See page 56) Chinatown & Artspace @ Helutrans Artspace @ Helutrans Preview of Fraternize, Neo Folk 2, Puuya Kuntha-Strong Heart and Poised for Degradation 6-9pm Until Mar 1 (See page 53 & 54) ART TRAILS 4 Art Galleries Association Singapore (AGAS) ART IN MOTION Official Launch and Dinner Party Les Bouchons Rive Gauche (41 Robertson Quay) 8pm (See page 55) 15 Art Stage Singapore Vernissage 6-9pm (See page 40) Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Civic District & Marina Bay Chinatown & Artspace@ Helutrans Orchard Road & Dempsey Hill Civic District & Marina Bay 16 Art Stage Singapore 12-7pm LASALLE Talks at 1pm & 2:30pm Roundtable Discussions moderated by Flash Art at 4:30pm Until Jan 19 (See page 40) Gillman Barracks Pearl Lam Galleries Opening Reception of Where Does It All Begin? Contemporary Abstract Art in Asia and the West 6pm Until Feb 28 (See page 28) Sundaram Tagore Gallery Artist Talk by Jane Lee 6-8pm Bras Basah & Bugis Art Plural Gallery Preview of Flux 6:30pm Until Feb 28 Art Apart Fair Opening of Art Apart Fair 12-7pm Until Jan 19 (See page 51) Civic District & Marina Bay Platform Projects Panel Discussion: Sharing Your Art, The Art of Sharing featuring Dorothy Vogel 6:30pm (See page 38) Gillman Barracks Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA) Opening Reception of Paradise Lost 6:30pm Until Mar 30 (See page 35) Gillman Barracks An Evening at Gillman Barracks 7pm (See page 28) 18 LARASATI Asian Modern & Contemporary Fine Art Auction 2pm (See page 43) Gillman Barracks Gillman Barracks Art Meets History Guided Tours Various timings Until Jan 19 Art Outreach Art-in-Transit: Circle Line 11am & 2:30pm (See page 56) Bras Basah & Bugis Est-Ouest Auctions Est-Ouest Auctions 3pm (See page 15) (See page 25) Yeo Workshop Artist Talk by Christopher Kulendran Thomas 4pm (See page 31) Civic District & Marina Bay Platform Projects & A Craft Initiative Premiere of Herb & Dorothy 50 x 50 4:15pm (See page 38) Art Stage Singapore 12-7pm CCA Talks at 1pm & 2:30pm (See page 40) (See page 11) Bras Basah & Bugis Singapore Biennale Poetic Interventions @ Singapore Biennale Sculptures 7pm (See page 55) (See page 55) 19 Art Galleries Association Singapore (AGAS) ART IN MOTION 11am-7pm Until Jan 19 (See page 23) 5 Aliwal Arts Centre Aliwal Urban Art Festival 5pm-midnight Singapore Art Week event highlights (See page 30) 17 25&+ &( 4 $8 $9 ( RO AD 5 STA MF OR DR OA D 3 18 ( +,*+675((7 $&( 3$5/,$0(173/7 ' 52$ EW13 NS25 CITY HALL ,'*( 2$' 5 $//(< 5,9(59 +%5 6287 ' 2$ .5 7$1 (<52$' COL E &/$5.(48$<MAN S 2$' %$85 TRE ET 16 1( &/$5.(48$< (7 675( .21* +21* $' $/52 +&$1 1257 1 O MERCHANT R AD % ROA D 5,9(59$// 0(5 608 SINGAPORE ART WEEK NS23 2 ST A NDR EW 'S (1 75((7 0$16 &2/( 3(5$1$.$1 086(80 CANNING RIS E (0 NO RT HB RID GE ING R &/ RO AD ' / )257&$11,1* 3$5. 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(6/ 5$))/ VIC TO RIA ST RE ET 6( AD RO HIR OP FR AS ER 17 ET TRE GS AN H PA E GAT TAN SUL EET STR AR REET AH T TS ND KA USCA M NS23 T EE TR HS RA SSO BU T EE STR AB AR9(18( $ (6 )/ $) E AN JI L HA NE LA LI BA /(9$5' %28 6(. 0$ 7( 16 5 EET TR DS A D GH BA TAN SUL AN JAL 18 Located in the heart of Singapore’s civic district, Bras Basah is home to numerous museums and historic landmarks, complemented with a myriad of art galleries staging quality shows and events. Bras Basah pulsates with the energy of the local art scene. basah 1 Y2 Arts Jade of Desire ± Zi Peng's Second Solo Exhibition in Singapore Jan 12 – 21 Preview Jan 12, 3pm Free admission Chinese artist Zi Peng’s latest solo show leads viewers on a surrealistic voyage to embrace and experience the balancing and harmonious effect of jade objects. His innate ability to use oil to realistically capture the brilliance of the stone, intermingling with his exuberant imagination of incorporating traditional Chinese art techniques, invites art-goers to reinterpret the stone’s inherent meanings and values. ARTrium@MCI Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street Singapore 179369 +65 6336-8683 Daily – 11am to 7pm www.y2arts.com 8 Public Transport Bus-stop 04223 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190, 851 Bus-stop 04229 2, 12, 33, 147, 190 MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (3 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) 1 Gajah Gallery Fissuring Transformation by Qiu Deshu Jan 17 – Feb 9 Preview Jan 16, 7pm 1 Art-2 Sleepless in the City Jan 13 – 29 Preview Jan 13, 6:30pm Free admission #01-03 Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street Singapore 179369 +65 6338-8713 Mon to Sat – 11am to 7pm www.art2.com.sg #01-08 Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street Singapore 179369 +65 6737-4202 Mon to Fri – 11am to 7pm Sat to Sun – Noon to 6pm www.gajahgallery.com Public Transport Bus-stop 04223 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190, 851 Bus-stop 04229 2, 12, 33, 147, 190 MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (3 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) 9 Public Transport Bus-stop 04223 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190, 851 Bus-stop 04229 2, 12, 33, 147, 190 MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (3 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) Founder of one of China’s first avant-garde art groups after the Cultural Revolution in the 1980s, this is Qiu Deshu’s retrospective exhibition at the gallery. The artistic pioneer’s first solo show in Singapore will uncover how his pictorial language has broken through traditional Chinese brush and ink techniques and aesthetics to become a visual metaphor for the fracture and renewal of the last hundred years of modern history. Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis Singaporean artist Hong Sek Chern is fascinated by the notion of the unknown, and the irrational act of sleeping, for this solo show. Drawing a direct influence from Francisco Goya’s etching work “The Sleep of Reason Produces Monsters”, Hong’s works feature imagery of city dwellers who struggle with sleep. Free admission 2 Singapore Philatelic Museum Seeing is Believing: Unusual Stamps Exhibition Through May 4 $6 Learn about the significance and importance of the humble postage stamp at this exhibition of unusual stamps, such as those made of materials like wood, silk or lace. Some of these technological wonders even glow in the dark and sport scents like chocolate and coffee! 3 11.12 Gallery Snow Jan 14 – Feb 28 Free admission 23B Coleman Street Singapore 179807 +65 6337-3888 Mon – 1 to 7pm Tue to Sun – 9:30am to 7pm www.spm.org.sg Russian artist Rinat Voligamsi brings his depiction of snowy landscapes to Singapore for the first time. Since 1995, Voligamsi has developed a loyal following for his quirky use of humour, embedded subtly into his works. His skillful production of the photorealism genre, inspired by his childhood, result in a set of works that is both nostalgic and enchanting. Public Transport Bus-stop 04143 124, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190 MRT NS23 City Hall station (10 min walk) Bras Basah station (10 min walk) #04-02, 36 Armenian Street Singapore 179934 +65 6636-7738 Mon to Sat – Noon to 7pm www.11-12gallery.com 10 Public Transport Bus-stop 04143 124, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190 MRT NS23 City Hall station (10 min walk) Bras Basah station (10 min walk) 5 4 Art Plural Gallery Flux Jan 17 – Feb 28 Preview Jan 16, 6:30pm Free admission 38 Armenian Street Singapore 179942 +65 6636-8360 Mon to Sat – 11am to 7pm www.artpluralgallery.com Public Transport Bus-stop 04143 124, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190 MRT NS23 City Hall station (10 min walk) Bras Basah station (10 min walk) Foundin Jan 8 – 19 Free admission Singaporean artist Tan Wei Keong’s solo exhibition is a quirky installation of miniature plastic figurines left in public places to be found by passers-by. The figurines outwardly appear to be male and female, young and old, and take on various forms from businessmen to housewives. 45 Armenian Street Singapore 179936 +65 6337-7535 Daily – Noon to 9pm www.substation.org Public Transport Bus-stop 04143 124, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190 MRT NS23 City Hall station (10 min walk) Bras Basah station (10 min walk) Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis More than 20 artists come together in an important collective exhibition which underlies the pluralistic identity of the gallery. The multi-faceted show, featuring names from all over the world, like Fabienne Verdier, Bernar Venet, Ian Davenport, Nan Qi, Sherman Ong and many more, hopes to bridge the East and West art aesthetic of the artists and foster dialogues between cultures, temporalities and artistic expressions and mediums. The Substation 11 6 National Museum of Singapore 93 Stamford Road Singapore 178897 +65 6332-3659 Daily – 10am to 6pm www.nationalmuseum.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 08041 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 64, 65, 77, 106, 111, 124, 128, 139, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 174, 174E, 175, 190, 700, 700A, NR6, NR7 Bus-stop 04121 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 124, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 166, 167, 171, 174, 174E, 175, 190, 700, 700A, 857, NR7 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (5 min walk) Dhoby Ghaut station (5 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) 50 Years of Television: An Exhibition Through Jan 19 Free admission This exhibition celebrates the arrival and development of television and how it has shaped entertainment and lifestyle habits in Singapore from 1963 to today, examining the social and cultural changes resulting from the advent and growth of television broadcasting and consumption, and the role of the television in recording and reflecting Singapore’s defining moments. A Changed World: Singapore Art 1950s±1970s Through Mar 16 Free admission 12 Travel back in time at this exhibition that looks at how local art has evolved in response to the rapid socioeconomic and cultural changes that took place after WWII. Works by Cultural Medallion recipients and pioneering local artists, like Cheong Soo Pieng, Lim Yew Kuan and Ong Kim Seng, will be on show, and visitors can browse through reproductions of rare art exhibition catalogs from the 1950s to 1970s. 8 7 Ode to Art Dialogues in Ink Jan 10 – 20 Free admission #01-36E/F Raffles City Shopping Centre 252 North Bridge Road Singapore 179103 +65 6250-1901 Daily – 10am to 10pm www.odetoart.com Jan 11 – Feb 9 Preview Jan 10, 7pm Free admission This exhibition by Singaporean artist Dawn Ng comprises a meticulous collection of curious, quirky objects, whose labels reveal their significance beyond the obvious and immediate. Together they constitute a visual litany of funny, irreverent and, at times, painfully honest observations about people and their relationship to time, place, memory and love. #01-20/21 Raffles Hotel Arcade 328 North Bridge Road Singapore 188719 +65 6338-1962 Tue to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.chanhampegalleries.com Public Transport Bus-stop 01029 7, 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 145, 175, 197, 851 MRT NS23 City Hall station (3 min walk) Esplanade station (3 min walk) 13 Public Transport Bus-stop 01029 7, 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 145, 175, 197, 851 MRT NS23 City Hall station (1 min walk) WINDOWSHOP: A Modern Day Cabinet of Curiosities Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis Powerful, dramatic and aesthetically striking, Dialogues in Ink beholds the leading Chinese ink artist Qin Feng’s bold brushstrokes that lyrically combine the gestural impulses of Western abstract with traditional Chinese calligraphy art. Using unorthodox materials such as coffee and tea, the artist asserts a break with tradition while also alluding to the two cultural poles at play. Chan Hampe Galleries 8 Nikei Fine Art Intricacy Jan 19 – Mar 30 Preview Jan 19, 2pm This group show features three young and emerging female artists from Japan—Nieda, Kaori and Maiko—who present paintings that depict the different intricacies of their individual craft. #01-34 Raffles Hotel Arcade 328 North Bridge Road Singapore 188719 +65 6338-9073 Tue to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.nikeifineart.com Public Transport Bus-stop 01029 7, 32, 51, 61, 63, 80, 145, 175, 197, 851 MRT NS23 City Hall station (3 min walk) Esplanade station (3 min walk) 9 Art Commune Passion for Landscapes: The Watercolour Art of Ong Kim Seng Jan 4 – 19 Free admission The exhibition showcases over 25 pieces of oil and watercolour paintings by one of Southeast Asia’s top watercolour artists, Ong Kim Seng. The Singaporean veteran is highly acclaimed for his watercolour works, which have a lyrical expressiveness and poetic charm. Also on display are his oil landscapes, a rarely explored aspect of his artistic oeuvre. An accompanying publication will provide a concise and comprehensive overview of the artist’s life and works. #02-43 Bras Basah Complex 231 Bain Street Singapore 180231 +65 6336-4240 Daily – Noon to 7pm www.artcommune.com.sg 14 Public Transport Bus-stop 01019 2, 12, 33, 130, 133, 960 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (5 min walk) EST-OUEST AUCTIONS 2014 SINGAPORE SALE VIP INVITATION OPENING RECEPTION Saturday 18 January 6pm at Raffles Hotel Singapore 10 Est-Ouest Auctions Singapore Art Museum Jan 18, 7:30pm; Jan 19, 3pm Preview Jan 18-19, 11am Not Against Interpretation: Untitled Free admission This exhibition features untitled works drawn from the National Heritage Board’s collection of drawings, paintings, prints and sculptures by notable local contemporary artists Cheo Chai Hiang, Chua Ek Kay, Tang Da Wu, Tang Mun Kit and Zai Kuning, among many others. 3/F Ballroom, Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673, +65 6337-1886. Public Transport MRT NS23 City Hall station (3 min walk) $5-10 71 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189555 +65 6332-3222 Sat to Thu – 10am to 7pm Fri – 10am to 9pm www.singaporeartmuseum.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 04179 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 175, 502, 518, 700, 700A, 857 Bus-stop 04189 131, 147, 166, 857 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (1 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis Fans of art objects including jewellery, watches and pure gold works must head down to the Est-Ouest Auctions where some of the finest pieces are put up for public sale. A myriad of paintings and rare decorative gems can also be found here. Through Apr 1 15 10 Singapore Art Museum Singapore Biennale Through Feb 16 $5 – $10 (concessions available) 71 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189555 +65 6332-3222 Sat to Thu – 10am to 7pm Fri – 10am to 9pm www.singaporeartmuseum.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 04179 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 175, 502, 518, 700, 700A, 857 Bus-stop 04189 131, 147, 166, 857 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (1 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) 16 Singapore’s premier contemporary art exhibition invites you to reconsider the world we live in through this multi-venue showcase. Titled If The World Changed, the Biennale draws on the expertise of 27 curators and features over 100 artworks from 82 artists and artist collectives. This is also the first time that more than half the works on show will be Biennale commissions. The majority of artworks are concentrated at venues in the Bras Basah and Bugis areas (with Singapore Art Museum being the festival’s base and information centre), making it more convenient to move from one venue to another. If you have a smartphone, you can download the special Biennale app to guide you through three special walking trails or even create your own trails based on works that you are interested in. Exhibitions ongoing at Singapore Art Museum, National Museum of Singapore, Peranakan Museum, Waterloo Centre, National Library Building, Fort Canning Park and Our Museum@Taman Jurong. For more information, log on to www.singaporebiennale.org 12 11 2902 Gallery The Sanctuary of the Topsy Turvy Jan 15 – Feb 28 Preview Jan 14, 6:30pM Free admission #02-02, 222 Queen Street Singapore 188550 +65 6339-8655 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm www.2902gallery.com Public Transport Bus-stop 01012 2, 7, 12, 32, 33, 51, 61, 63, 80, 175, NR7 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (2 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) Zulkifle Mahmod: Sonically Exposed Jan 15 – Mar 9 Preview Jan 14, 7pm Free admission Formally trained in sculpture, Zulkifle Mahmod a.k.a. ZUL has since developed multi-disciplinary works ranging from sound to installation and drawing. In Sonically Exposed, ZUL further explores the boundaries of his medium and exploration by incorporating both sound and visual, resulting in an experience that will differ for each viewer. #02-06 51 Waterloo Street Singapore 187969 +65 6738-2872 Mon to Fri – 10am to 7pm Sat to Sun – 11am to 5pm www.theprivatemuseum.org Public Transport Bus-stop 04179 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 175, 502, 518, 700, 700A MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (1 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis A showcase of wonderful, quirky photographs by 42-year-old Japanese artist Yuki Onodera. Created over the past decade, the pieces are imbued with a dichotomy of sense and wonder, as well as curiosity and insight, brought on by her fresh interpretations of the imagemaking process which push the boundaries of the genre. The Private Museum 17 12 Yavuz Fine Art Cold Cuts Jan 17 – 23 Preview Jan 16, 7pm Free admission One of Southeast Asia’s leading artists, Thailand’s Pinaree Sanpitak, is known worldwide for her powerful explorations of the female experience, distilling the body to its most primal forms: the vessel and the mound. For Cold Cuts, the artist presents “Breast Stupa Topiary”, a series of eight stainless steel breastshaped sculptures related to the iconic form of the Buddhist stupa (shrine), as well as new acrylic and pencil paintings. #03-01, 51 Waterloo Street Singapore 187969 +65 6338-7900 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 1pm to 5pm www.yavuzfineart.com Public Transport Bus-stop 04179 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 77, 106, 111, 128, 131, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 175, 502, 518, 700, 700A, 857 Bus-stop 04189 131, 147, 166, 857 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (1 min walk) City Hall station (10 min walk) 13 Sculpture Square In the Deadpan Bed Pan Jan 16 – 29 Free admission Tan Wee Lit’s assortment of sculptural installations at Sculpture Square examines the transience of one’s mortality in his usual tone of absurd tragicomedy. Instead of a mid-career retrospective, Tan presents a mid-life crisis perspective in self-reflexivity through a collection of works that are more than just a matter of life and death. 155 Middle Road Singapore 188977 +65 6333-1055 Daily – 11am to 7pm www.sculpturesq.com.sg 18 Public Transport Bus-stop 07569 56, 960 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (6 min walk) Bugis station (8 min walk) Eat & Drink Artichoke An eclectic, fun spot boasting a delicious Moorish menu, plus cheerful and attentive service to boot. Sculpture Square, 161 Middle Road, Singapore 188978, +65 6336-6949, www.artichoke.com.sg. MRT: Bugis. Bacchanalia At this stylish modern European restaurant in the historic Masonic Club building, the cuisine and cocktails are equally elegant. NAFA Galleries 1 & 2 Nanyang Inspired Through Jan 22 Free admission Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts’ exhibition explores the art of Nanyang in the medium of oil and acrylic. Presenting close to 30 recent works by Singapore and Malaysian alumni artists, this is the 9th in the series of art exhibitions. Le Bistrot du Sommelier Chef Patrick Heuberger and sommelier Max Fedkiw team up for soul-satisfying French comfort food with perfect wine pairings. Public Transport Bus-stop 07571 56, 64, 65, 131, 147, 166, 857, NR6 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (4 min walk) 19 53 Armenian Street, Singapore 179940, +65 6333-1982, www.lebistrotdusommelier.com. MRT: Bras Basah. 80 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189655 +65 6512-4043 Tue to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.nafa.edu.sg/happenings Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis 23A Coleman Street, Singapore 179806, +65 6509-1453, www. bacchanalia.asia. MRT: City Hall. 14 Prudential Eye Awards 15 Art Seasons Gallery Solo Exhibition by Zaw Win Pe Jan 16 – Feb 15 Preview Jan 16, 6pm Free admission Myanmar artist Zaw Win Pe works primarily in oil and acrylic for his abstract depictions of landscapes on canvas pieces. Most of his works are influenced by his visits to the Northeastern state of Shan near China, where he captures, through the pieces, a distinct sense of place and intrinsic identity. Through his visual commentaries, the works present a unique and intimate opportunity for art-goers to explore the rich complexities of the region’s diverse socio-cultural environments. #02-21/24 PoMo 1 Selegie Road Singapore 188306 +65 6741-6366 Mon to Sat – 11am to 7pm www.artseasonsgallery.com Public Transport Bus-stop 07011 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, 857, 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, 5N, 6N, NR6 MRT NS23 Bras Basah station (5 min walk) Dhoby Ghaut station (7 min walk) Jan 16 – Feb 5 Gala ceremony Jan 18 (BY INVITATION) Free admission A prominent art exhibition featuring shortlisted artists from the inaugural Prudential Eye Awards spanning photography, painting, sculpture, installation and digital/video. The Prudential Eye Awards are founded by the Global Eye Programme, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting emerging artists, established by Parallel Contemporary Art in collaboration with Saatchi Gallery. Additional awards will celebrate achievement by an exhibition of Asian art, an award for excellence by an emerging gallery in greater Asia and outstanding contribution by an artist to Asian contemporary art. Crescent Room, 2/F Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038983, +65 6822-1537. Open daily 10am-10pm. 20 Public Transport MRT NS23 Esplanade station (1 min walk) Promenade station (1 min walk) 16 Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore ON: 2014 Jan 17 – 28 Preview Jan 16, 6:30pm Free admission 1 McNally Street Singapore 187940 +65 6496-5134 Tue to Sun – 10am to 6pm www.lasalle.edu.sg/icas Public Transport Bus-stop 07531 23, 48, 57, 66, 67, 170, 851, 960, 980 MRT NS23 Little India station (8 min walk) Bugis station (8 min walk) Dhoby Ghaut station (10 min walk) Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis The exhibition celebrates design luminaries from LASALLE College of the Arts, and will feature design stars from the Faculty of Design including award winners and hot picks from the Crowbar Awards, Furniture Design Awards, Space Nurtures, Red Dot Design Award, D&AD, Triumph Awards and GFW Awards. Held in collaboration with the LASALLE Open House 2014. 21 This part of town was once home to the Malay aristocracy. Today, it remains an important destination for the Malay-Muslim community and is home to numerous eateries, chic bars and indie shopping boutiques, making it one of the hippest neighbourhoods here. 17 Objectifs Days We Met Jan 8 – 24 Free admission This photographic exhibition from local collective 5ive Foot Way features work they’ve shot, produced and edited, of the streets both in Singapore and abroad. It is striking, thoughtprovoking and a window into their undeniable love for the photographic process. 56A Arab Street Singapore 199753 +65 6293-9782 Mon to Fri – 11am to 7pm Sat – 12pm to 6pm www.objectifs.com.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 01521 100, 107, 961, 961C, 980 MRT NS23 Bugis station (10 min walk) Eat & Drink 22 A for Arbite Blu Jaz Maison Ikkoku Dig into experimental small plates at this casual eatery that's influenced by molecular gastronomy and exotic ingredients. This relaxed bar plays host to a wide variety of entertainment events ranging from stand-up comedy to DJ gigs to live jazz. An indie caf�, cocktail bar and menswear boutique all rolled in one. Nurse a cup of artisanal coffee or a bespoke concoction here. #01-01, 28 Aliwal Street, Singapore 199918, +65 8321-2252, www.arbite.com. sg. MRT: Bugis. 11 Bali Lane, Singapore 189848, +65 6292-3800, www.blujaz.net. MRT: Bugis. 20 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198885, +65 6294-0078, www.maison-ikkoku.net. MRT: Bugis. 18 Aliwal Arts Centre 28 Aliwal Street Singapore 199918 +65 6435-0131 Mon to Sun – 9am to 10pm www.aliwalartscentre.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 01239 107, 107M, 961, 961C, 980 MRT NS23 Lavender station (10 min walk) Aliwal Urban Art Festival © 'Sacrifice' by Sujak Rahman Jan 18, 5pm to midnight Free admission For one night only, experience an exciting line-up of funk, rock and hip hop bands, DJs, dancers, live street art and video projections. Don’t miss Masia One, Fungkimunkees, Darker Than Wax, +65 Drum & Bass, O$P$ and the RSCLS as they give you a taste of Singapore’s urban art scene! © Tang Ling Nah An Art Exhibition by the Angkatan Pelukis Aneka Daya (APAD) Free admission This ‘big’ painting exhibition featuring some of the APAD members’ best work will capture your imagination! The artists’ individual themes and concerns are skilfully explored and expressed through a range of mediums such as watercolour, batik, oil, acrylic and mixed medium. The show will also be a rare opportunity to view one of the last paintings by the late S. Mohdir, a founder-member of the society. Jan 17, 7pm to 8pm; Jan 18, 6pm to 7pm Free admission Initiated by visual artist Tang Ling Nah, Drawing Parallel examines the medium of drawing in relation to movements performed by the human body in everyday life. The ‘drawer’ (performer) will be ‘drawing’ on surfaces using actions related to the idea of ‘cleaning’, such as erasing, mopping, peeling, scraping and wiping, which create marks on surfaces or in space. The performance is a collaborative project involving dancers Adele Goh, Bernice Lee and Kai Eng. 23 www.apad.org.sg Drawing Parallel Singapore Art Week bras basah & bugis Jan 15 - 19, 12pm to 8pm Opening reception Jan 14, 7:30pm gillman barracks 1 A DR AN EX AL 2 AD RO ROAD LOCK 5 3 4 11 10 9 8 6 MALAN ROAD ALEX AND RA R OAD 7 12 13 14 15 16 17 24 NS23 CC27 LABRADOR PARK barracks gillman Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937 www.gillmanbarracks.com www.facebook.com/gillman. barracks Public Transport Bus-stop 15051 51, 57, 61, 93, 97, 97E, 100, 166, 175, 408, 963, 963E MRT NS23 Labrador Park station (11 min walk) Gillman Barracks is home to 16 international galleries presenting cutting edge exhibitions against lush greenery and colonial buildings dating back to the 1930s. Named after General Webb Gillman, the Barracks was the site of a fierce battle between the British army and Japanese in 1942 during World War II. The British military withdrew from Singapore in 1971 and the Singapore Armed Forces moved in until the 1990s. The Barracks was then re-developed and launched in September 2012 as a centre for the creation, exhibition and discussion of contemporary art in Asia. 25 With a diverse offering of works and art spaces, Gillman Barracks is a must-visit during your stay in Singapore. Join us for the launch of a new series of bespoke tours that marries insights to world-class contemporary artworks with an introduction to the Barracks’ rich history. Presented by the Friends of the Museums (Singapore), the tours bring a refreshing perspective to the Barracks’ treasure trove of art and history. To register for a tour, log on to http://fomgillman-barracks.eventbrite.sg. Singapore Art Week gillman barracks Located alongside the international galleries is the Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA) which opened in October 2013. CCA incorporates a holistic approach towards art and culture, intertwining a variety of programmes from exhibitions, public programmes to research and residencies. Embracing academic and scholarly research, CCA will be playing host to top quality programmes devoted to advancing knowledge in contemporary art. 1 ARNDT Stephan Balkenhol Jan 11 – Feb 23 opening reception Jan 10, 6pm Free admission This is the first solo exhibition in Singapore and Southeast Asia by German artist Stephan Balkenhol. Balkenhol carves sculptures out of wood, mainly of seemingly commonplace men and women in simple clothing, which seem at once familiar yet detached. The artist proposes a story without an end by providing a fragment. His sensitive and minimalist forms allow ample space for the audience to complete the story. #01-35 22 Lock Road Singapore 108939 +65 6734-0775 Wed to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.arndtberlin.com 2 Mizuma Gallery Archipelagoes Jan 10 – 26 opening reception Jan 10, 6pm Free admission This is a diverse and exciting group show featuring Japanese and Indonesian artists exploring and questioning the notions of insularity and diversity in the interconnected global society that we live in today. 26 #01-34 22 Lock Road Singapore 108939 +65 6570-2505 Tue to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.mizuma.sg 3 Michael Janssen Singapore Titarubi Free admission Indonesian artist Titarubi presents a new set of outstanding sculptures made from gold plated nutmegs, gold leafs on book, burnt wood, stainless steel and mace. #02-21 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6734-8948 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm Sun – Noon to 6pm galeriemichaeljanssen.com ShanghART Gallery The Spectacle of Spectacles Through Feb 3 Free admission A group show featuring primarily small works by Chinese artists including Ding Yi, Zhou Tiehai, Shi Qing, Sun Xun and Tang Maohong. These smaller creations correspond to how Chinese philosophy inspects the profound and extensive reflection from a micro point of view, focusing on the medium and materials of the artworks instead. 27 #02-22 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6734-9537 Tue to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.shanghartsingapore.com Singapore Art Week gillman barracks Jan 11 – Mar 16 opening reception Jan 10, 7pm 4 An Evening at Gillman Barracks Jan 17, 7pm till late 5 Pearl Lam Galleries Where Does It All Begin? Contemporary Abstract Art in Asia and the West Jan 17 – Feb 28 opening reception jan 16, 6pm Free admission Pearl Lam Galleries’ inaugural exhibition explores and refutes the myth that contemporary art from Asia is dependent on Western art, while revealing and celebrating the complex and ongoing dialogue between Western and Asian abstract art. It provides a unique opportunity to see major artists from around the world such as Pat Steir, Zhu Jinshi, Su Xiaobai, Peter Peri and Chrstine Ay Tjoe side by side, exploring and revealing the power of abstract art today. #03-22 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm, Sun – Noon to 6pm www.pearllam.com Free admission Formerly a colonial barracks, this picturesque enclave comprising 16 galleries is Asia’s latest contemporary art destination. A veritable art feast of special happenings set against the new shows premiered by the galleries provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy Gillman Barracks’ diverse art offerings. Be sure to stop by the opening of the CCA’s inaugural exhibition, Paradise Lost, and experimental pop-up concept, The U Factory, for its exciting array of lifestyle offerings. For shuttle bus schedule from Marina Bay Sands and to Labrador Park station,please see the Gillman Barracks website. 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937 www.gillmanbarracks.com 28 6 Ota Fine Arts Tomoko Kashiki Jan 17 – Mar 2 Opening reception Jan 17, 7pm Free admission Partners & Mucciaccia Works 2003-2013 Through Feb 16 Free admission Works 2003-2013 is an anthology of works by one of the most significant Italian artists, Oliviero Rainaldi. Rainaldi’s work focuses on the metaphysical nature of the human figure through drawings, paintings, and sculptures in different materials, including bronze, plaster, gold, marble and glass—all magnificent yet sensual creations from this masterful artist. #02-10 6 Lock Road Singapore 108934 +65 6694-3777 Tue to Fri – Noon to 7pm Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.partnersandmucciaccia.com 29 #02-13 7 Lock Road Singapore 108935 +65 6694-3071 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm Sun – Noon to 6pm www.otafinearts.com/singapore 7 Singapore Art Week gillman barracks Reminiscent of Heian Buddhist paintings, Japanese artist Tomoko Kashiki’s first solo show is derived from her personal themes of “poetic sentiments” and “emotions”. Created through an elaborate process of painting, erasure, sanding, and repainting, layer by layer, her depictions of women in pinewood gardens open up an intimate world that is suspended between dreams and desires. 8 The Drawing Room Kiko Escora Jan 10 – Feb 16 Opening reception Jan 10, 6pm Free admission The talented Filipino artist Kiko Escora depicts the dichotomy between paint and charcoal through his intricate exploration of contours, shadows and tones, resulting in a series of drawings of human figures in various states of ennui. #01-06 5 Lock Road Singapore 108933 +65 6694-3289 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.drawingroomgallery.com 9 Sundaram Tagore Gallery Jane Lee: 100 Faces Jan 10 – Mar 2 Opening reception Jan 10, 6pm Free admission One of Singapore’s most well-known sculptors, Jane Lee, presents a new collection of paintings that are informed by her sculptural practices and techniques. The debut of this Faces and Stack series challenges art viewers with its approach. #01-05 5 Lock Road Singapore 108933 +65 6694-3378 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.sundaramtagore.com Eat & Drink 30 Masons Timbre @ Gillman A colonial-style restaurant and bar serving Italian fare, with lots of boutique wines and classic cocktails to wash it all down. Unpretentious comfort fare±like pizza and beer±is the order of the day at this live music bar. 8 Lock Road, Singapore 108936, +65 6694-2216, www.masons.sg. MRT: Labrador Park. 9A Lock Road, Singapore 108926, +65 6694-4201, www.timbregroup.asia. MRT: Labrador Park. The Naked Finn Local dishes like prawn noodle soup get a luxurious makeover at this unconventional seafood grill and cocktail specialist. 41 Malan Road, Singapore 109454, +65 6694-0807, www.nakedfinn.com. MRT: Labrador Park. 10 Fost Gallery Logical Progressions Jan 10 – Mar 2 Free admission Yeo Workshop When Platitudes Become Form Jan 16 – mar 16 Artist talk Jan 18, 4pm Free admission Taking the system by which art is distributed as his material, artist Christopher Kulendran Thomas purchases existing artworks from the margins of international art power and reconfigures them for worldwide circulation. Through this, he explores the evisceration of contemporary art’s globalising mission, where art is taken to be ecologically contingent within its complex networked reality. #01-01 1 Lock Road Singapore 108973 +65 6685-5990 Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun – Noon to 6pm Fri – Noon to 9pm www.yeoworkshop.com 31 #01-02 1 Lock Road Singapore 108932 +65 6694-3080 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.fostgallery.com 11 Singapore Art Week gillman barracks A solo exhibition by Singaporean artist Song-Ming Ang, whose practice explores the contexts in which music is produced. At the heart of the show lies Backwards Bach (2013)—a new, two-channel video of the artist performing on a harpsichord. Having never received piano or harpsichord training, Ang set himself the task of learning to play the C Major Prelude from J. S. Bach’s The Well-Tempered Clavier (Book 1). Ang then formulated a backwards version of the Prelude and learnt to play it, eventually filming both performances in a Baroque-era villa in Germany. The U Factory Free admission 12 Tomio Koyama Gallery Nana Funo: The Fish Glitters As Its Scales Tremble Jan 10 – Feb 16 Opening reception Jan 10, 7pm Free admission Japanese artist Nana Funo embraces decorative patterns, animals, plants, figures, landscapes and written characters through her whimsical creations. Her delicate motifs of personal memories form an endless kaleidoscope of colours and imageries that are haunting and unforgettable. #01-26 47 Malan Road Singapore 109444 +65 6659-7068 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm Sun – Noon to 6pm www.tomiokoyamagallery.com Inspired by Andy Warhol’s Factory concept from the 1960s which brought together the best of creative individuals, The U Factory is a pop-up concept curated by Underscore dedicated to creative experimentation. Taking up temporal residence in three blocks within Gillman Barracks, The U Factory offers an exciting array of lifestyle concepts ranging from edgy art and design exhibitions, to DIY craft workshops, to curated independent retail and F&B. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: Creative Cultures: The Singapore Showcase, a retail exhibition of products designed by local creatives; The U Café, which unites good coffee and great reads with a huge library of international independent magazines; and culinary firsts such as the Brooklyn-inspired ramen burger and a deconstructed version of laksa. 37-39 Malan Road. Tue - Sun - 11am to 7pm For detailed programme schedule: www.theufactory.com Drawing Cage Jan 7 – 26 32 Artist Boedi Widjaja will be showcasing Drawing Cage, an exhibition of new work exploring the performance of time-space in the city by using expanded notions of drawing, structured around ideas, methods and relationships of John Cage. Block 38, Assembly Hall Makanlah BuahBuahan Tempatan ± Singapura Jan 17 – 22 Curated by local studio ROOTS and L.I.E. from Malaysia, Makanlah Buah-buahan Tempatan is an exhibition that promotes local fruits and encourages the public to appreciate (and consume) locally crafted art. Block 38, Assembly Hall 14 Space Cottonseed Kalokagathia: Shin Il Kim Solo Show Jan 10 – Feb 16 Opening reception Jan 10, 7pm Free admission 13 Silverlens Jan 17 – Feb 23 Opening reception Jan 17, 6pm Free admission Filipino artist Maria Taniguchi’s practice involves the utilisation of image processing and repetitions, and has over the past five years produced a series of large paintings that arrange a consistent pattern into different surface configurations. 33 #01-25 47 Malan Road Singapore 109444 +65 6694-3362 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm Sun – Noon to 6pm www.silverlensgalleries.com #01-24 47 Malan Road Singapore 109444 +65 6694-3362 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.spacecottonseed.com Singapore Art Week gillman barracks Maria Taniguchi Korean artist Shin Il Kim has always been interested in obscuring the borders of categories set by human senses, expressed mainly through videos, pressed line drawings and sculptures comprising of letters and characters. For this show, Kim presents a new series of works that leads viewers to think about the visibility and invisibility of an image, challenging their perceptions along the way. 15 Future Perfect SEA STATE 3: Inversion Jan 10 – Feb 16 Opening reception Jan 10, 6pm Free admission Singaporean artist Charles Lim presents the third chapter of his celebrated SEA STATE project, Inversion. This new installment of the series will feature sculptural and video works drawn from Lim’s ongoing exploration of Singapore’s maritime geography and history. #01-22 47 Malan Road Singapore 109444 Tue to Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun – 11am to 6pm www.futureperfect.asia 16 Equator Art Projects aestuarium Jan 10 – Feb 2 Opening receptions Jan 10 & 17, 6:30pm Free admission A solo exhibition by Indonesian artist Sunaryo, featuring a collection of new works on canvas, curated by Agung Hujatnikajennong. #01-21 47 Malan Road Singapore 109444 +65 6694-3727 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm Sun – Noon to 6pm www.eqproj.com 34 The Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA) Singapore was developed by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) with the support of Singapore’s Economic Development Board. Beginning from 2014, the CCA will house an international artist residency programme, a research institution devoted to the study and research for contemporary art in the region and present cutting-edge contemporary art exhibitions within its site at Gillman Barracks. Copyright Christine Fenzl, 2011. Paradise Lost Jan 18 – Mar 30 keynote presentation jan 17, 4 – 6pm opening reception jan 17, 6:30pm Free admission CCA’s inaugural exhibition brings together three major works by establish artists Fiona Tan, Zarina Bhimji and Trinh T. Minh-ha, introducing an imaginary Asia as a projected space shaped by an experience of dislocation and asynchronicity. 43 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 6684-0998 Tue to Sun – Noon to 7pm Fri – Noon to 9pm www.facebook.com/CentreForContemporaryArt 35 Professor Ute Meta Bauer, Founding Director at Centre for Contemporary Art Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA) Singapore Art Week gillman barracks “As the recently inaugurated Centre for Contemporary Art, we are pleased to be an active part of Gillman Barracks and join forces alongside a cluster of international galleries and young creative enterprises to develop a vibrant cultural community where contemporary art really matters. CCA’s specific role is to provide a platform for experimentation, to test and explore new ideas.” 17 NIC OL LH IGH BE ST. AN DR EW 'S R OA D CO NN AU GH TD RIVE NADE D ESPLA FUL LER TON ROAD UA Y Q 5 NS23 RO AD CE1 BAYFRONT SH EA RE S TA VE ON OU ST LE VA R D RD W NS23 CE2 NS27 MARINA BAY MA RI N AP LA CE MAXWE LL ROAD BOULEVA PA VIE CENTRAL MAR INA P ARK AB BO UL EV AR D BA YF R RA FF LE NU E LIN K EAS TC OA ST LIN K RIN AL E INA XW RO BI N EL EN LL SO TO NR N W INK OA AY D BO ON TA T MA TR CO MM ER C MA R 36 SH R CEN MA RA F F EW14 NS26 RAFFLES PLACE SQ T 3 UA Y EE RAFFLES AVE NUE 4 COL LY E RO BI N SO N EE T ST R CE CIL TAT STR F F L ES BO ULEVARD RIV E COL E LS T RE ET HIL T STR EE ON RA NS23 EET STR CH INA CH UR SS STR EET RO AD Y WA RK CH CC4 PROMENADE EAST COAST PARKWAY MARKET STREET T CR O OA D EE NS23 CC3 ESPLANADE BAYFRONT AVENUE 2 LR D AV EN NS23 TEMASEK AVENUE PA RL IAM EN TP LA CE 1 ANA ST AM FO R AS EK EAST COAST PARKWAY COL EMA N ST REE T TEM UE EW13 NS25 CITY HALL MAN LN HIG HS TR EE T WA Y BE OA D AC HR OA D DR LES AVE NUE AC HR OA D ET ST RE VI CT OR IA AD RO FO R civic D OR DD LE RO PU AD RV IS S TR SE EE AH T ST RE ET C BOULEVARD REPUBLI MF TA CA SH IN STR EE T MI IR ROAD OPH civic district & marina baybay Singapore river & marina CC2 BRAS BASAH ST RE ET NS23 KE RIN GS TR BO NS23 STA M SOU TH C P IC BA IN S 1 The Arts House Metamorphosis of Colours Jan 13 – 14 district civic Once the site of the former British colony’s commercial activities, the Civic District—located along the Singapore River—is today home to an array of historical spots rich in culture, dining options and after-dark entertainment. Free admission Indian artist Paresh Maity’s uniqueness lies in his rediscovery of the charm, flavour and magic of India in his paintings. His art covers almost all facets and destinations of India, then across the seas to London, Venice and China. This prolific artist’s adventurous, experimental personality has prodded him to explore all mediums— watercolours, drawings, oils, mixed media, photographs, sculptures and installations. Public Transport Bus-stop 02011 75, 100, 107, 130, 131, 167 MRT NS23 Raffles Place station (4 min walk) City Hall station (8 min walk) Eat & Drink The Pelican Find an unusual combination of pretty French plates and local live music at this charming restaurant overlooking the river. A seafood lover's paradise with dishes inspired by Bostonian cuisine. Order up old-fashioned crab cakes and the raw platter to share. #02-02 The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, Singapore 179429, +65 6333-9312, www.ocf-singapore.com. MRT: Raffles Place. #01-01 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Road, Singapore 049213, +65 6438-0400, www.thepelican. com.sg MRT: Raffles Place. 37 OCF Singapore Art Week civic district & marina bay 1 Old Parliament Lane Singapore 179429 + 65 6332-6903 Mon to Sat – 10am to 10pm www.theartshouse.com.sg 2 Asian Civilisations Museum Secrets of the Fallen Pagoda: Treasures From Famen Temple and the Tang Courts Jan 17 – May 4 $8-12 A selection of rare relics and objects, including gold, silver, ceramics and glass, drawn from the famed Famen Temple in Shaanxi, are exhibited for the first time in Singapore. As one of the most revered Buddhist sites in China, the temple is renowned for housing the finger-bone relic of the Buddha, for the past six centuries. This is an insightful showcase of Tang aesthetics and culture. 1 Empress Place Singapore 179555 +65 6332-7798 Sat to Thu – 10am to 7pm Fri – 10am to 9pm www.acm.org.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 02011 75, 100, 107, 130, 131, 167 MRT NS23 Raffles Place station (3 min walk) City Hall station (9 min walk) Famed art collector Dorothy Vogel will make a guest appearance at Platform Projects’ panel discussion Sharing Your Art, The Art of Sharing (Jan 17, 6:30pm), to reveal personal insights. DBS Arts Centre – The Singapore Repertory Theatre, 20 Merbau Road, Singapore 239035, +65 6733-8166. Free admission. Public Transport MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (8 min walk) Platform Projects and A Craft Initiative jointly present screenings of Megumi Sasaki’s documentaries Herb & Dorothy (Jan 18, 2pm, 7pm; Jan 19, 2pm) and Herb & Dorothy 50x50 (Jan 18, 4:15pm, 9:15pm; Jan 19, 4:15pm) which trace the path of art collectors Herb and Dorothy Vogel, who donated 2,500 artworks to museums across 50 states in the US. The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane, Singapore 179429, +65 6336-3021, www.theartshouse.com.sg. $12. 38 Public Transport MRT NS23 Raffles Place station (4 min walk) marina Sharing Your Art, The Art of Sharing bay marina Located at the southern tip of the island, Marina Bay is an extension of Singapore’s downtown and the focal point for waterfront dining and world class entertainment. With a host of attractions including luxury hotels and award-winning horticultural attractions, Marina Bay is a 24/7 thriving city hub. 4 Louis Vuitton Island Maison #YesterdaysFutures Through Mar 30 Free admission 3 ArtScience Museum Through Jan 18 Free admission Japanese artist Naoko Rosa explores the vibrancy of kaleidoscopic paint through a video work shot at 2,000 frames per second, capturing the textures and images caused by sound waves through paint. 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956 +65 6688-8868 Daily – 10am to 7pm www.marinabaysands.com/Singapore-Museum Public transport Bus-stop 03509 97, 97E, 106, 133, 502, 502A, 518, 518A MRT NS23 Bayfront station (2 min walk) Marina Bay station (5 min walk) #B1-38/39 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018972 +65 6788-3888 Sun to Thu – 10am to 11pm Fri to Sat – 10am to midnight www.louisvuitton.com 39 Public Transport Bus-stop 03509 97, 97E, 106, 133, 502, 502A, 518, 518A MRT NS23 Bayfront station (2 min walk) Marina Bay station (5 min walk) Singapore Art Week civic district & marina bay Sound of Ikebana: Four Seasons American artist Daniel Arsham presents a series of works that is closely related to his ongoing collaboration with luxury fashion label Louis Vuitton. Arsham interprets the surviving monumental statues, found on Easter Island, through a series of drawings and sculptures, that creates a fictional archaeology informed by the artist’s personal experience on the island. Featured pieces include drawings of Moai statues and scenes from its townlife and people. Photo Credits: Galerie Sogan & Art 5 Art Stage Singapore Art Stage Singapore Jan 16 – 19 VIP Preview 15 Jan, 3PM to 6pm Vernissage 15 Jan, 6PM to 9pm $33 (day pass), $63 (season pass) Seize the opportunity to enjoy the newest and most cutting edge masterpieces at the fourth edition of Asia’s leading contemporary art fair. Underscoring the fair’s Asian identity, Asia-Pacific galleries form 80% of the 100 galleries, and are set to exhibit a stunning range of quality works. This year, fair goers can also look forward to eight specially curated Platforms; each curated with a museum-like layout showcasing art from a specific region or country—such as Southeast Asia, China, and Japan. You will also get the chance to attend guided tours as well as talks and panel discussions featuring renowned local and international artists and curators. Halls D, E, F Level B2, Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre 10 Bayfront Avenue +65 6224-4975 Singapore 018956 Thu to Fri – Noon to 7pm Sat – 11am to 7pm Sun 11am to 6pm www.artstagesingapore.com Public Transport Bus-stop 03509 97, 97E, 106, 133, 502, 502A, 518, 518A MRT NS23 Bayfront station (1 min walk) Marina Bay station (5 min walk) Eat & Drink 40 Ku D� Ta Waku Ghin Take in the breathtaking view from atop Marina Bay Sands—200 metres above ground—at this chic restaurant and club. It's a splurge, but Japanese celebrity chef Tetsuya Wakuda faultless 10-course degustation menu is absolutely exquisite. 57/F, Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018971, +65 6688-7688, www.kudeta.com.sg. MRT: Bayfront. #02-02 Casino level, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956, +65 66888507, www.marinabaysands.com. 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Named after the plantations that lined it during the ‘40s, it is now home to the world’s most prominent luxury labels and stylish indie boutiques. But around here you’ll also find art galleries that are most definitely worth a visit, in between all that shopping. road 1 British Council and Singapore International Foundation Angles of Incidence Jan 15 – Mar 23 preview Jan 14, 6:30PM Free admission This site-specific installation celebrates the collaboration between Singaporean architect Randy Chan and British artist Philippa Lawrence under AiRx, a cross-cultural arts programme organised by the British Council and Singapore International Foundation. The interactive public art installation was developed during their residencies in Singapore and London and is curated by Tolla Sloane of Give Art Space. It will move to London in the summer of 2014. Singapore Botanic Gardens 1 Cluny Road Singapore 259569 +65 9005-4850 Daily – 6am to midnight www.airx.sg 42 Public Transport Bus-stop 41021 48, 66, 67, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170, 171 Bus-stop 13011 7, 75, 77, 105, 106, 123, 174 MRT NS23 Botanic Gardens station (15 min walk) LARASATI: Asian Modern & Contemporary Fine Art Auction 2 Societe Generale Gallery Jan 18, 2pm Preview Jan 17-18, 8am Emotions: Forms & Colours Free Admission Free admission Featuring a highly-prized and rare collection of works by old masters and renowned Asian artists, the auction is a must for anyone who is interested in art—from entry level collectors to serious investors. The works are carefully chosen from Indonesia, Singapore, Japan, Korea and many more countries, and located at the Grand Park Orchard, it will prove to be both a memorable and accessible event. Being brought into the artistic world of her mother’s studio, French artist Laure Hatchuel-Becker discovered painting at a very early age. Laure has travelled the world and discovered new places that inspire her, in particular the works of indigenous Australian artists. Her paintings have been exhibited in Paris, Monaco, London, Punta del Este, Sydney, Deauville and Miami. Public Transport MRT NS23 Orchard station (3 min walk) 2/F Alliance Française de Singapour 1 Sarkies Road Singapore 258130 +65 6833-9314 Mon to Fri – 11am to 7pm Sat – 11am to 5pm www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 40041 48, 66, 67, 170, 171, 700, 700A, 960 MRT NS23 Newton station (3 min walk) Singapore Art Week orchard road & dempsey hill Orchard Room, Grand Park Orchard, 270 Orchard Road, Singapore 238857, +65 67372130, www.larasati.com. Jan 10 – 29 Preview Jan 9, 7pm 43 3 MAD Museum of Art & Design Song Wei Beary Ambitious Series Through JAN 19 Free admission Famous Chinese artist Song Wei’s trademark paintings of toy bears aren’t just symbolic of China’s rapid globalisation. They are also fun, vibrant and colourful, underscoring the artworks’ themes of simplicity, purity, warmth and goodwill. #03-01 Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road Singapore 238897 +65 6735-2618 Mon to Sun – 11am to 8pm www.madmad.com.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 09037 36, 77, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 174, 174e, 190, 518, 518A, 587 MRT NS23 Somerset station (5 min walk) Unveiling ceremony: Jean-Michel Othoniel's Red Knot Jan 14, 10AM Free admission French artist Jean-Michel Othoniel explores the artistic malleability of glass through a series of transformation and mutation in Red Knot, a new permanent installation on Orchard Road. The artist will be present to share his ideas at the unveiling ceremony. Paragon Shopping Centre, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859, +65 6738-5535, www.paragon.com.sg. Public Transport MRT NS23 Orchard station (4 min walk) 44 Eat & Drink Homegrown sommelier Ignatius Chan's highly regarded restaurant serves up quality EuropeanJapanese plates. Photo Credits: Alecia Neo Iggy's 3/F, Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Road, Singapore 238883, +65 6732-2234, www.iggys.com.sg. MRT: Orchard. 4 ION Art Unseen Jan 8 – 19 Free admission Salt grill & Sky bar 55/F, ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801, +65 6592-5118, www.saltgrill.com. MRT: Orchard. Tanuki Raw Come between 5pm to 8pm for this casual American-Japanese joint's daily happy hour steals: $10 martinis and $2 oysters. 4/F ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801 +65 6238-8228 Mon to Sun – 10am to 10pm www.ionorchard.com Public Transport Bus-stop 09047 36, 51, 77, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 174, 174e, 190 Bus-stop 09023 14e, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 190, 700, 700A, NR1, NR2, NR3 MRT NS23 Orchard station (1 min walk) 45 #02-03 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, Singapore 238896, +65 6636-5949, www.tanukibar.com. MRT: Somerset. This large-scale multimedia art installation is an expression of a dialogue between sighted people and people with blindness or visual impairment. The artist, Alecia Neo, presents intimate stories of extraordinary individuals from Taipei who live with visual impairment or blindness, by employing various visual aid methods to reveal existing misperceptions in society. Singapore Art Week orchard road & dempsey hill Enjoy a striking view of the city from 55 storeys up as you tuck into refined yet satisfying Australian dishes care of chef Luke Mangan. Hip dining and lifestyle destination Dempsey Hill was once an army camp when Singapore was under British colonial rule. Today, the black-and-white buildings that once served as military barracks have been carefully restored and now house renowned eateries, garden bars, pampering spots and art galleries, all amid lush greenery. hill 5 Linda Gallery Cai Lei Solo Exhibition Jan 19 – Feb 10 Free admission Cai Lei’s art is infused with emotion. The artist’s intent is to provoke reflection on the facts of existence that are often avoided: the passing of time and its consequences. Yet he shows an appreciation for restraint by keeping the art works’ backgrounds simple and clean, letting them highlight the subject of each work rather than distract the audience. #01-08, 15 Dempsey Road Singapore 249675 +65 6476-7000 Mon to Sun – 11am to 7pm www.lindagallery.com 46 Public Transport Bus-stop 11209 7, 75, 77, 105, 106, 123, 174, 564, NR8 MRT NS23 Holland Village station (25 min walk) Eat & Drink Pidgin Kitchen & Bar Sample modern riffs on local fare, such as frog leg risotto and kaya (coconut jam) bread and butter pudding, at this innovative restaurant. #01-04, 7 Dempsey Road, Singapore 249671, +65 6475-0080, www.pidgin.sg. MRT: Orchard. 6 MOCA@Loewen Li Shan Solo Exhibition Jan 19 – Feb 16 Free admission A likeable, easygoing bar serving up craft beers from homegrown microbrewery Brewerkz. (The earlier you arrive, the cheaper the beer!) Since his emergence amongst the ’85 New Wave, Li Shan has been at the forefront of the Chinese avant garde. Recently, he has continued to push boundaries with his photographs of insects and flowers, which, upon close inspection, reveal themselves to be composites containing close-up images of human body parts, including skin and genitals. 18E Dempsey Hill, Singapore 249677, +65 6634-1229, www.brewerkz.com. MRT: Orchard. 27A Loewen Road Singapore 248839 +65 6479-6622 Daily – 10am to 6pm www.mocaloewen.sg The White Rabbit Dine on well-executed western classics in this beautiful space housed in a restored Ebenezer chapel. 47 39C Harding Road, Singapore TK, +65 6473-9965, www.thewhiterabbit.com.sg. MRT: Orchard. Public Transport Bus-stop 11209 7, 75, 77, 105, 106, 123, 174, 564, NR8 MRT NS23 Holland Village station (30 min walk) Singapore Art Week orchard road & dempsey hill Taphouse RO AD TAN K RB AU RO AD ME SEN GR D OA 2 UA Y HO NE5 NG CLARKE QUAY K GE RO AD RO AD NS23 CROSS ST R E E T K YOR RTH GS TR EE CAN AL HILL H BA ET NG RE TIO ST ON HO G EN RO PIC KE SO UT HC AN AL RO AD RIN GS TR EE NE4 CHINATOWN AD T RO AD NS23 RU RID ON NO 4 UP 5 PE RC T RO SS STR EE WAY ESS XPR EE T OS SS TR ET RS TR EET EY STR EET EE OY STR E EET T IL S TR OA D ON BO MA XW EL LL INK SEAH PECK WA Y EN TO N SH ANS O N A RO 48 D INK TA TL RO BIN SO NR STA NL AM TEL OK STREE T AYER RAJAH EXPRESSWAY KEPPEL ROAD RO AD AN ENGGOR STREET RAEBURN PARK 6 TAT STR MA XW STREET N GOPENG NS23 EW15 TANJONG PAGAR SO R ROAD TANJON G PAGA ROAD YAN KIT DE OO ISW T OT SP PA ROAD R AI BL AD RO EVERTON BA H R D OA UR D RK ROA ONG PARK TRAS ST REET AD RO MP EVERTON D N ROA EVERTO AD RO G OAD KA AI CR TR MEN TON CAN LD ITA RIV SP E HO 1 AD RO LL IL NE T AY E GS TO N CO L D OA LE GE EW16 NE3 OUTRAM PARK E XW MA OA D ON R NG RR EU RO AD NS23 BO CEC EN ST R EE CL UB ST AN RE N ET S IA LIS TE T CR E RAL T CEN MA CA U NG BAHR NT UPP ER K INYA M JLN BO AT Q HA SO OUTRAM ROAD RC UT HB ME HAVELOCK ROAD ZION ROAD AK STREET KIM G ROAD chinatown & artspace @ helutrans AD 3 ELL RO AD 1 Sana Fine Arts Sublimed Elsewhere's Jan 14 – 19 Free admission This is a collective photographic exhibition featuring images from the Arab world by photographers Jack Dabaghia and Roger Moukarzel, among many others. Their sublime vision of “elsewhere” features close re-examinations of the evolution of societies living between modernity, tradition and globalisation. 12 Blair Road Singapore 089912 +65 6689-7968 By appointment only www.sanagallery.com 49 Public Transport Bus-stop 10039 61, 120, 124, 143, 147, 166, 167, 196, 197, 961, 961C MRT NS23 Outram Park station (10 min walk) Singapore Art Week chinatown & artspace @ helutrans chinatown This historically rich enclave is home to preserved shophouses that once held coolie houses, opium dens, brothels and factories, which have long since been replaced with modern bars, restaurants and galleries. Though it has evolved significantly over the years, Chinatown continues to boast a unique blend of heritage sites and new buildings with strong cultural influences. 2 Wai’s Art Gallery Phoon Poh Wai's Birds in Flight of Migrations Through Jan 30 Free admission Featuring Chinese master Phoon Poh Wai’s majestic paintings of nature, particularly with birds in various forms as they take flight. Also highlighted at the show are selected works by other prominent Chinese artists including Xi Beihong, Lee Manfong and Lin Feng Mian. #02-64 The Central 6 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059817 +65 6225-3885 Mon to Fri – Noon to 8pm Sat to Sun – 1 to 9pm www.waisartgallery.com.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 04222 2, 12, 33, 51, 54, 61, 63, 80, 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190, 197, 851, 961, 961C MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (1 min walk) 3 Instinc Project 6581 Part 4 Jan 25 – 26 Free admission As the last part of an artist residency project which has taken place between Singapore and Japan since 2013, this culminative showcase features paintings, drawings and installations by Japanese artists Chihiro and Yuri Kabata. Chihiro has exhibited in the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo and is known for her powerful ballpoint pen works, while Yuri’s installations are often about biological evolution. #04-163 soho2@central 12 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059819 +65 6227-9487 Mon to Fri – 11am to 6pm Sat - Sun - Noon to 6pm www.instinc.com 50 Public Transport Bus-stop 04222 2, 12, 33, 51, 54, 61, 63, 80, 124, 145, 147, 166, 174, 174E, 190, 197, 851, 961, 961C MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (1 min walk) 4 Art Apart Fair Jan 17 – 19 $10 This popular fair will feature over 1,500 works created by over 150 artists from Europe and Asia, focusing on the works of emerging and mid-career artists from Russia, Germany, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Philippines and many more. Located in a comfortable space inside a contemporary hotel, gems are aplenty here. Some of the hotel rooms will be especially adorned with themes like “The Artists’ Garden” and “The Destruction of the Readymade Everyday” for a fun and immersive art browsing experience. PARKROYAL on Pickering 3 Upper Pickering Street Singapore 058289 +65 9634-9797 Fri to Sun – 11:30am to 9pm www.artapartfair.com 51 Public Transport Bus-stop 05129 186, 588, 599, 970 MRT NS23 Clarke Quay station (7 min walk) Raffles Place station (8 min walk) Singapore Art Week chinatown & artspace @ helutrans Art Apart Fair Eat & Drink Izy This izakaya is a cut above the rest, offering sophisticated takes on Japanese bar bites like fried chicken karaage to go with wines and whiskeys. 27 Club St., Singapore 069413, +65 6220-3327, www.izy.com.sg. MRT: Chinatown. 5 Utterly Art Vivid Vistas Jan 7 – 19 Free admission Singaporean watercolourist Aaron Gan presents a vibrant series of works, full with bold dabs of colour and expertly assured strokes. Eschewing typical Singapore street scenes, Gan shows instead atmospheric depictions of skies, vegetation, nature and human figures. Oxwell & Co. A beautifully dolled-up gastrobar serving house lager and simple cocktails, dispensed from real, faucet-style taps. 5 Ann Siang Hill, Singapore 069688, +65 6438-3984, www.oxwellandco. com. MRT: Chinatown. 3/F, 20B Mosque Street Singapore 059500 Mon to Sat – 2 to 8pm Sun – Noon to 5:30pm By appointment only www.utterlyart.sg Public Transport Bus-stop 05013 2, 12, 33, 61, 63, 80, 143, 197, 961, 961C, 970, CT8, CT18 MRT NS23 Chinatown station (1 min walk) The Vault This popular watering hole does double duty as an art space. Expect a with-it crowd, especially during Boat Quay's car-free nights (Fri-Sat, from 6pm). 52 23 Circular Road, Singapore 049379, +65 6222-5001, www.thevault.com.sg. MRT: Clarke Quay. 6 Artspace @ Helutrans 39 Keppel Road Tanjong Pagar Distripark Singapore 089065 T +65 6225-5448 www.helutrans.com Public Transport Bus-stop 14069 10, 30, 57, 80, 97, 97E, 100, 131, 145, 563 MRT NS23 Outram Park station (20 min walk) Ikkan Art Gallery Neo Folk 2 Jan 15 – Mar 1 Preview jan 14, 6pm Free admission Galerie Steph FRATERNIZE Jan 14 – Mar 1 Preview jan 14, 6pm Free admission Emerging local interdisciplinary artist Tan Peiling finds compelling ways to channel our perception of sound by immersing the audience in a carefully constructed environment with a hypnotic show. This is part of a platform to showcase young Singaporean artists with a penchant for experimentation. #01-05 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm +65 6681-6490 www.ikkan-art.com 53 #01-05 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm +65 9176-8641 www.galeriesteph.com This inter-disciplinary group exhibition explores works of artists in Asia who have been rediscovering their roots and traditional crafts by remixing and creating images inspired by their heritage. Curated by Singapore-based art collective Kult, Paris-based art consultant Damien Brachet and Tokyo’s Clear Edition & Gallery, this multimedia exhibition gets under the surface of living in modern Asia. Singapore Art Week chinatown & artspace @ helutrans @ helutrans artspace Tucked away in an unassuming industrial building near Keppel Harbour is this small enclave of independent art galleries occupying warehouse units. The unique space is also home to a plethora of quality artworks that will impress both novice and serious art collectors. Redot Fine Art Gallery Puuya Kuntha± Strong Heart Jan 14 – Mar 1 Preview jan 14, 6pm Free admission The best of Australian aboriginal art, namely from the Lockhart River Art Centre, is exhibited here through the works of Irene Namok. Her paintings are inspired by a close connection with her country and culture, expressed from an emotional response to the beautiful views and look-outs around Lockhart, as well as her favourite fishing spots. #01-05 Tue to Sat – Noon to 7pm +65 6222-1039 www.redotgallery.com Richard Koh Fine Art Poised for Degradation Jan 14 – Feb 14 Preview jan 14, 6pm Free admission Multi-faceted Malaysian artist Nadiah Bamadhaj’s works are shown here, spanning a wide range of drawings, sculptures and digital images depicting the environment that the artist has grown up in. #01-05 Tue to Fri – 11:30am to 7pm Sat – Noon to 6pm +65 6221-1209 www.rkfineart.com 54 Don’t know where to start? These art trails will take you through various artworks and venues in the city. They are perfect for art lovers of all stripes, whether you’re a novice after a bit of guidance or an aficionado looking to deepen your understanding of Singapore’s art offerings. Nguyen Tran Nam, We Never Fell, 2010 (detail). Composite fibreglass sculptures, set of 5. 140 x 50 cm (each). Collection of the Artist. Image courtesy of the Singapore Biennale 2013 trails Poetic Interventions @ Singapore Biennale Sculptures Jan 16, 7pm; Jan 17 – 18, 7pm & 9pm; Jan 19, 7pm Free admission Free admission Don’t forget to sign up for this specially-curated art tour organised by the Art Galleries Association Singapore (AGAS) that will bring you to 13 participating galleries across the city’s arts and heritage district, including Raffles Hotel Arcade, Tanjong Pagar Distripark and Old Hill Street Police Station. With each gallery putting up their best exhibitions and programs, you will get to enjoy Singapore’s vibrant gallery scene in a hassle free experience. You can also look forward to mingling with artists and the who’s who of the art industry at the official launch as well as at the various brunches and cocktail receptions during the tour. Pick up points for the tours are at Old Hill Street Police Station and Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, while the Official Launch and Dinner Party is held at Les Bouchons Rive Gauche. To sign up, log onto www.agas.org.sg or email [email protected]. 55 Prior registration is essential, please email connect@ simplyworksconsultant.com to sign up. For more information, log onto www.simplyworksconsultant.com. Jan 18 – 19, 11am - 7pm official launch & DINNER PARTY jan 14, 8pm Singapore Art Week art trails While sculptures beautify, poetry speaks. If poems could intervene in our daily routine, what would they say? Join performers as they take you on a poetic journey around the Bras Basah district starting from the National Museum of Singapore as they dialogue with the Singapore Biennale installations. Poetry from both international and local poets will be featured in this exciting art walk. ART IN MOTION During Singapore Art Week, art education charity Art Outreach will lead a series of free art tours to celebrate the city’s rich and diverse arts scene. These three tours will introduce to artgoers works that feature in important public collections. Marina Bay Sands Art Path Jan 14 – 17, 2PM Free admission Launched in 2010, the Art Path is a collection of large-scale art installations by internationally renowned artists commissioned by Marina Bay Sands. Art Outreach takes visitors around each monumental artwork for the full experience. Art-In-Transit: Circle Line Jan 11 – 12, 18 – 19, 11am & 2:30pm Free admission Singapore’s Art Outreach takes members of the public and international visitors around the city’s public train stations, highlighting four key works along the Circle Line starting from Bayfront station. English language tours are at 11am, while Mandarin tours are at 2:30pm. Bras Basah Art Tour Jan 17 – 19, 2pm & 4pm Free admission Charmed with a unique mix of the rich heritage of Singapore’s past and the modernity of art and architecture, Bras Basah precinct is the arts and cultural district in the heart of Singapore’s civic centre. This bus tour will visit some of the important arts venues housed in the area including LASALLE College of the Arts, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), Substation and Singapore Art Museum. At each location visitors will have the opportunity to explore current exhibitions. 56 For more information and to register, log onto http://artoutreachprogram.eventbrite.com. 3 11.12 Gallery.................. 10 #04-02, 36 Armenian Street Singapore 179934 +65 6636-7738 www.11-12gallery.com 11 2902 Gallery................... 17 #02-02, 222 Queen Street Singapore 188550 +65 6339-8655 www.2902gallery.com 18 Aliwal Arts Centre......... 23 28 Aliwal Street Singapore 199918 +65 6435-0131 www.aliwalartscentre.sg ARNDT........................... 26 #01-35 Gillman Barracks 22 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6734-0775 www.arndtberlin.com 1 Art-2 ................................ 9 #01-03 Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street +65 6338-8713 Singapore 179369 www.art2.com.sg 1 Art Apart Fair................. 51 PARKROYAL on Pickering 3 Upper Pickering Street Singapore 058289 +65 9634-9797 www.artapartfair.com 4 Art Commune................ 14 #02-43 Bras Basah Complex 231 Bain Street Singapore 180231 +65 6336-4240 www.artcommune.com.sg 9 5 Art Stage Singapore...................... 40 Halls D, E, F Level B2, Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre 10 Bayfront Avenue +65 6224-4975 Singapore 01895600 www.artstagesingapore.com 1 The Arts House............. 37 1 Old Parliament Lane Singapore 179429 + 65 6332-6903 www.theartshouse.com.sg Asian Civilisations Museum......................... 38 1 Empress Place Singapore 179555 +65 6332-7798 www.acm.org.sg 2 British Council and Singapore International Foundation............................. 42 Singapore Botanic Gardens 1 Cluny Road Singapore 259569 +65 9005-4850 www.airx.sg 1 17 Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA)................... 35 43 Malan Road Gillman Barracks Singapore 108937 +65 6684-0998 www.facebook.com/ CentreForContemporaryArt Chan Hampe Galleries......................... 13 #01-20/21 Raffles Hotel Arcade 328 North Bridge Road Singapore 188719 +65 6338-1962 www.chanhampegalleries.com 8 15 Art Seasons 16 Equator Art Projects......................... 34 #01-21 Gillman Barracks 47 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 6694-3727 www.eqproj.com ArtScience Museum......................... 39 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956 +65 6688-8868 www.marinabaysands.com/ Singapore-Museum Gallery............................ 20 #02-21/24 PoMo 1 Selegie Road Singapore 188306 +65 6741-6366 www.artseasonsgallery.com Orchard & Dempsey gillman barracks Gajah Gallery................... 9 #01-08 Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street Singapore 179369 +65 6737-4202 www.gajahgallery.com 1 6 Ikkan Art Gallery........... 53 #01-05 Artspace @ Helutrans 39 Keppel Road Tanjong Pagar Distripark Singapore 089065 +65 6681-6490 www.ikkan-art.com Instinc............................ 50 #04-163 soho2@central 12 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059819 +65 6227-9487 www.instinc.com 3 16 Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore.............. 21 1 McNally Street Singapore 187940 +65 6496-5134 www.lasalle.edu.sg/icas 4 ION Art .......................... 45 4/F ION Orchard 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801 +65 6238-8228 www.ionorchard.com 5 Linda Gallery................. 46 #01-08, 15 Dempsey Road Singapore 249675 +65 6476-7000 www.lindagallery.com Louis Vuitton Island Maison........................... 39 #B1-38/39 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018972 +65 6788-3888 www.louisvuitton.com 4 singapore river & marina bay chinatown & artspace@helutrans 57 bras basah & Bugis 10 Fost Gallery................... 31 #01-02 Gillman Barracks 1 Lock Road Singapore 108932 +65 6694-3080 www.fostgallery.com 6 Galerie Steph................ 53 #01-05 Artspace @ Helutrans 39 Keppel Road Tanjong Pagar Distripark Singapore 089065 +65 9176-8641 www.galeriesteph.com Singapore Art Week index 3 8 The Drawing Room............................. 30 #01-06 Gillman Barracks 5 Lock Road Singapore 108933 +65 6694-3289 www.drawingroomgallery.com 4 Art Plural Gallery........... 11 38 Armenian Street Singapore 179942 +65 6636-8360 www.artpluralgallery.com 15 Future Perfect............... 34 #01-22 Gillman Barracks 47 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 8835-8271 www.futureperfect.asia 3 MAD Museum of Art & Design............................ 44 #03-01 Mandarin Gallery 333A Orchard Road Singapore 238897 +65 6735-2618 www.madmad.com.sg 7 Partners & Mucciaccia.................... 29 #02-10 Gillman Barracks 6 Lock Road Singapore 108934 +65 6694-3777 www.partnersandmucciaccia.com Michael Janssen Singapore...................... 27 #02-21 Gillman Barracks 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6734-8948 galeriemichaeljanssen.com 5 Pearl Lam Galleries........ 28 3 Mizuma Gallery............. 26 #01-34 Gillman Barracks 22 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6570-2505 www.mizuma.sg 2 MOCA@Loewen............ 47 27A Loewen Road Singapore 248839 +65 6479-6622 www.mocaloewen.sg 6 14 NAFA Galleries 1 & 2..... 19 80 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189655 +65 6512-4043 www.nafa.edu.sg/happenings National Museum of Singapore.................. 12 93 Stamford Road Singapore 178897 T +65 6332-3659 www.nationalmuseum.sg 6 Nikei Fine Art................. 14 #01-34 Raffles Hotel Arcade 328 North Bridge Road Singapore 188719 +65 6338-9073 www.nikeifineart.com 8 17 Objectifs........................ 22 56A Arab Street Singapore 199753 +65 6293-9782 www.objectifs.com.sg Ode to Art...................... 13 #01-36E/F Raffles City Shopping Centre 252 North Bridge Road Singapore 179103 +65 6250-1901 www.odetoart.com 7 6 Ota Fine Arts................. 29 #02-13 Gillman Barracks 7 Lock Road Singapore 108935 +65 6694-3071 www.otafinearts.com/singapore #03-22 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 www.pearllam.com 12 The Private Museum.... 17 #02-06 51 Waterloo Street Singapore 187969 +65 6738-2872 www.theprivatemuseum.org Redot Fine Art Gallery............................ 54 #01-05 Artspace @ Helutrans 39 Keppel Road Tanjong Pagar Distripark Singapore 089065 +65 6222-1039 www.redotgallery.com 6 2 Societe Generale Gallery............................ 43 2/F Alliance Française de Singapour 1 Sarkies Road Singapore 258130 +65 6833-9314 www.alliancefrancaise.org.sg 14 Space Cottonseed........ 33 #01-24 Gillman Barracks 47 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 6694-3362 www.spacecottonseed.com 5 The Substation.............. 11 45 Armenian Street Singapore 179936 +65 6337-7535 www.substation.org 9 Sundaram Tagore Gallery............................ 30 #01-05 Gillman Barracks 5 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6694-3378 www.sundaramtagore.com 6 Richard Koh Fine Art.... 54 #01-05 Artspace @ Helutrans 39 Keppel Road Tanjong Pagar Distripark Singapore 089065 +65 6221-1209 www.rkfineart.com 12 Tomio Koyama Gallery............................ 32 #01-26 Gillman Barracks 47 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 6659-7068 www.tomiokoyamagallery.com 1 Sana Fine Arts............... 49 12 Blair Road Singapore 089912 +65 6689-7968 www.sanagallery.com Utterly Art...................... 52 3/F, 20B Mosque Street Singapore 059500 +65 9487-2006 www.utterlyart.sg 13 Sculpture Square.......... 18 Wai’s Art Gallery............ 50 #02-64 The Central 6 Eu Tong Sen Street Singapore 059817 +65 6225-3885 www.waisartgallery.com.sg 155 Middle Road Singapore 188977 +65 6333-1055 www.sculpturesq.com.sg 4 ShanghART Gallery...... 27 #02-22 Gillman Barracks 9 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6734-9537 www.shanghartsingapore.com 13 Silverlens....................... 33 #01-25 Gillman Barracks 47 Malan Road Singapore 108937 +65 6694-3362 www.silverlensgalleries.com 10 Singapore Art Museum................... 15, 16 71 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189555 +65 6332-3222 www.singaporeartmuseum.sg Singapore Philatelic Museum......................... 10 23B Coleman Street Singapore 179807 +65 6337-3888 www.spm.org.sg 2 5 2 Y2 Arts............................. 8 ARTrium@MCI Old Hill Street Police Station 140 Hill Street Singapore 179369 +65 6336-8683 www.y2arts.com 1 12 Yavuz Fine Art............... 18 #03-01, 51 Waterloo Street Singapore 187969 +65 6338-7900 www.yavuzfineart.com 11 Yeo Workshop................. 31 #01-01 Gillman Barracks 1 Lock Road Singapore 108937 +65 6685-5990 www.yeoworkshop.com 58 credits & acknowledgements Our thanks go out to all galleries and event organisers involved for their contributions to this guide. 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