STPI has been reshaping art fans’ views of printmaking and other types of paper art for the past 15 years. Now, as the institute prepares to mark its 15th birthday, it is poised to make an even bigger impact on the art world in Singapore and the world beyond.
Even though there have been numerous historically important contributions in the genre of printmaking and paper art, many fans and critics of art haven’t treated such masterpieces with the same respect given to paintings and sculptures. But STPI has worked to make sure visitors appreciate printmaking and paper art, reminding them that artistic greats from Rembrandt to Hokusai of “The Wave” fame worked intimately with prints. The institute has gone even further to convince art collectors in Singapore that printed masterpieces can survive, even in the tropical climate of Singapore, which might not usually be noted for being very friendly to paper artworks. STPI has successfully offered a convenient starting point for art collectors just beginning on their creative journeys, as printed artwork is generally much more affordable than paintings or sculptures.
STPI is much more than a simple gallery. Most notable among its efforts to gain a foothold in the art world is its artists in residency program. Artists are invited to live on STPI premises while they produce their work using the institute’s cutting edge technology and tools. They also have the opportunity to collaborate with other artists and leaders in the genre, as well as become inspired by Singapore’s thriving arts scene and culture. In that way, the STPI artist residency program acts as a creative incubator for new ideas and projects for the artists, who, in turn, work to inspire Singaporeans who visit and attend shows to think outside of the box.
STPI has also been instrumental in bringing the paper and print works of talented artists all around the world to shows in Singapore. This devotion to art has culminated in the institute being the first-ever Singaporean art organization to be invited to participate in one of the illustrious Art Basel event held in Basel.
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To read more about STPI’s 15th anniversary and the kinds of exhibits and art efforts it produces, go to https://www.forbes.com/sites/yjeanmundelsalle/2017/10/19/art-gallery-workshop-stpi-in-singapore-celebrates-15-years-of-pioneering-print-and-papermaking/#177dfda947f8.