Cover Art advisory Metis Art Education with the Mandala Club during Art Basel Hong Kong 2023 (Photo: Singapore Art Gallery Weekend)
Art advisory Metis Art Education with the Mandala Club during Art Basel Hong Kong 2023 (Photo: Singapore Art Gallery Weekend)
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There is so much to discover during Singapore Art Gallery Weekend, from art fairs to gallery visits
September in Singapore may be all about the Formula 1 Grand Prix, but the world of art too, is prepared to showcase its star quality. A melting pot for all things culture and heritage, art enthusiasts are on the lookout for Singapore’s spirited art scene, known as the destination where the works of local and international artists congregate.
Set to dazzle art enthusiasts from September 15 to October 1, the Singapore Art Gallery Weekend is the nation’s answer to showcasing exceptional artworks in the Lion City. Organised by the Art Galleries Association Singapore (AGAS), the initiative hopes to preserve the rich arts and culture scene established in the country. For art enthusiasts, the initiative strives to promote professional and ethical gallery practices, placing a spotlight on the dedication of art galleries in presenting the most exceptional artworks to audiences around the region.
Model A: Adversaries, 3d printed resin with embedded electronics by Brandon Tay (Photo: Yeo Workshop, Singapore Art Gallery Weekend)
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This year’s instalment focuses on bridging the gap between visual arts and its audiences through exclusive tours of private art collections and educational public talks about the local visual arts scene with its ‘Living With Art’ segment. For audiences interested in exploring the unique art galleries in Singapore, try your hand at gallery hopping across major artistic districts around the island, including Orchard Road and Tanjong Pagar, where solo presentations of iconic artists await.
Visitors can look forward to the best selection of contemporary art in Singapore displayed in various hotels and galleries, including Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Mizuma Gallery, Art Porters Gallery, and M Social Singapore. Catch the iconic paintings of Nanyang artist Cheong Soo Pieng, the mesmerising digital works of Brandon Tay, and a sustainable installation made from Formula 1 floodlights. Budding art collectors are invited to the initiative’s ‘Talking About Art’ segment, where art history lectures and art investment tips by art advisories offer invaluable insight into the art ecosystem.
The Singapore Art Gallery Weekend will also be offering a Patron’s Pass in the form of a digital NFT, the first for the initiative. Pass holders will get exclusive access to special breakfast tours, hotel art collection tours, luxury brand experiences, and wine tastings.
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