Instascram, a personality on popular photo-sharing social media site Instagram, has been traveling all around Singapore via motorcycle, as is the habit, and in the latest installation of her fun-loving show, visits highly photogenic art museums throughout the nation. The focus besides the art museums is the hashtag — or theme — of outfit of the day. Abbreviated to #ootd for classification purposes on Instagram, users who employ this hashtag look to feature high-fashion outfits. The trick is, of course, to make them stand out with thoughtful and stunning backgrounds. That’s where Singapore’s iconic art museums come into play.
Instascram’s first stop was at Singapore’s oldest museum, the National Museum, which was established at the end of the 19th century. It is one of the best places to get a dose of Singaporean history, along with being the site of lots of current art festivals. Visitors can get a guided tour every day in the afternoon with a museum expert, meaning that they’ll get even more context on all of the exhibits. An added bonus is that all Singaporeans and permanent residents get to enjoy the museum for completely free. What better excuse to dress up your social media photoshoots than to have a free opportunity to visit the historic museum? Many newlyweds also take advantage of the facility’s beautiful white walls to have gorgeous wedding photoshoots.
Instascram’s second stop was to the iconic National Gallery Singapore. Though the museum itself is just two years old, it is actually constructed from two of Singapore’s most important historical buildings — city hall and the supreme court. When architects and designers decided to join those two buildings, they created an artistic spectacle that went well beyond the art hanging on the gallery walls inside. Suspended glass walkways and a large sculpture resembling a tree are just part of the ultra modern look of the physical buildings themselves. The present truly meets the past, and with all of the rich art history within, you’ll be sure to find the perfect place to have your picture taken.
Celebrate how gorgeous art can be by signing up to learn new art skills today. Visit SGArtClass.com to browse the many art classes you can enroll in. From digital photography classes to lessons on oil painting, there is sure to be a class for every creative interest. It doesn’t matter if you already have some artistic background knowledge or if you’ve never done much else besides doodle in the margins of your notebooks during class. Expert teachers with experience teaching students of all ages and abilities will be on hand to make sure you can master the skills you need to complete the projects you’re passionate about. Art classes would also be great with a group of friends, staying in and socializing while learning new skills that can benefit you for the rest of your life.
To read more about the tours and view the videos the Instagram personalities made, go to http://www.asiaone.com/singapore/instascram-goghs-museums-singapore.