January is the month that marks a lot more than just the start of the new year, especially in Singapore. The end of the month is the time for one of the nation’s most popular and celebrated art festivals — Singapore Art Week. This year, as with years past, visitors can expect to delight in a variety of different shows and events designed to appeal to multiple tastes and interests.
There are a number of opportunities to appreciate masterpieces from the street and public art genres. Street artists can include anyone from muralists commissioned to beautify building facades and other blank wall space, increasing the visual interest of otherwise nondescript locations, to graffiti artists who often do not seek permission to add their art to the public space. One of the world’s most famous graffiti artists, Banksy, will have pieces on display during Singapore Art Week. Since graffiti is often classified as destruction of property or against the law in other ways, Banksy’s true identity remains anonymous — even as his artwork garners international accolades and attention. Other chances to take in public art include walking tours around specific Singaporean neighborhoods, including Little India. There, participants will get an opportunity to appreciate mural art that has a purpose — to draw interest to historic neighborhoods and attract more foot traffic from art aficionados.
National Gallery Singapore will again host a “Light to Night” exhibit that illuminates the facades of several buildings, turning them into giant art pieces amid entertainment options and food. Other prominent galleries around Singapore will also be hosting late-night programming, which includes live music performances, samplings from eateries and bars, and much more for fans of creative nightlife.
One of the best and most renowned portions of Singapore Art Week include Art Stage Singapore. The festival will see over a hundred art galleries hosting multitudes of paintings for visitors to view and even purchase. The artists who participate are from Singapore and all around the world, guaranteeing that there is an opportunity for all participants and visitors to learn from one another and take in viewpoints on the world from cultures they’ve never experienced.
Have you been stressed out lately by your job or your overwhelming school work? It might be time to take a moment for yourself and find a relaxing hobby that will help you unwind from your daily routine while enriching your life with new skills and experiences. Visit SGArtClass.com to investigate just how simple it is to enroll in an art class of your choosing. From mural painting to portrait drawing and everything in between, SGArtClass.com connects art students with the classes that will challenge and inspire them the most. Soon, you’ll be creating masterpieces that inspire you to take a moment for yourself and explore your own creativity.
To read more about the upcoming artworks and shows that will be a part of Singapore Art Week this month, go to http://www.blouinartinfo.com/news/story/2772002/singapore-art-week-at-national-art-council-singapore.