With her scientific-sounding nom de plume, Singapore Psychogeographical Society, local artist Debbie Ding was never especially concerned by being credited as the creator of her works, particularly as it involves mapping out the world by collecting various items she comes across, learns Gwen Pew. 12 Sep 2013: 1 Psychogeography, as defined by French theorist Guy Debord, … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Debbie Ding
After a ten-year hiatus, local photographer Mary-Ann Teo makes a comeback this month with a show of images shot by a pinhole camera made with a rubbish bin. Gwen Pew takes a closer look. 3 Sep 2013: I developed an interest in photography in primary school because I felt I saw things differently from others,’ reminisces local … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Mary-Ann Teo
Local conceptual art pioneer Cheo Chai-Hiang tells Gwen Pew why one of his controversial conceptual works is finally getting a show. 27 Jul 2013: Hailed as one of the pioneers of the local modern art scene, Cheo Chai-Hiang, 67, has never been one to shy away from difficult topics – or to accept the status quo of art … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Cheo Chai-Hiang
Born in Malaysia and raised in Singapore, Heman Chong, 36, is best known for his conceptual and often interactive pieces. His current solo show will feature three of his works, including the 100-photo series A Short Story About Singapore (Volume 1). Chong will also be launching his monograph, The Part in the Story Where We Lost Count … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Heman Chong
While their styles are vastly different from one another, Nathan Slate Joseph, 69, and the late Sohan Qadri are nonetheless both known for their innovative painting techniques. Gwen Pew finds out more. 30 Jun 2013: While their styles are vastly different from one another, Nathan Slate Joseph, 69, and the late Sohan Qadri are nonetheless both known for … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Nathan Slate Joseph and Sohan Qadri’s ‘Beyond Canvas’ Preview
Five stunning collections of prints by the 20th century master debut here to celebrate STPI Gallery’s reopening after months of renovations. Gwen Pew finds out more. 26 Jun 2013: While Pablo Picasso is better remembered as of the pioneer of Cubism and for his paintings and sculptures, it is a little known fact that he was actually also … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: The Mystery of Picasso’s Creative Process
A new exhibition series at Sculpture Square features work on display for 24 hours a day. Local shutterbug Nguan tells Gwen Pew more about the stories behind his series of shots. When local photographer Nguan was approached by Sculpture Square’s new curator Alan Oei to spend a few afternoons shooting the area around the gallery’s premises, he … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Nguan
Finally emerging from his three-year hiatus and making a return with a new series of works, award-winning local artist David Chan tells Gwen Pew where he’s been hiding the whole time, and what his latest pieces are all about. 3 Jun 2013: While I have not been as active in the arts scene, the last three years have … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: David Chan
As Thukral & Tagra – one of the hottest art collectives in Southeast Asia at the moment – returns for their second show, Gwen Pew talks to them about Bose DK, their new works and what escape means to them. 31 Mar 2013: Touted as one of the hottest up-and-coming art duos in South-East Asia at the moment … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Thukral and Tagra
Gwen Pew puts together ten key things to know about the British artist who transforms songs by big-name musicians into explosions of colours on canvas. 31 Mar 2013: British artist Tim Wakefield, 50, never considered becoming an artist, but fell into the trade after working with creative people for over two decades. His unique project, titled Soundwaves … Continue reading Time Out Singapore: Tim Wakefield
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