Supportive relationships between the public and artists have always existed throughout history. From patronages to hiring artists to paint portraits, to commissioning artists for work today, there are a lot of ways people can support artists. It’s even as simple as purchasing a work of art from an artist so they can afford to continue to create their art. You could also donate money or art supplies to an artist, as well as volunteer your time and creative energy to help produce large-scale works.
In Singapore, multiple companies are taking supporting artists to the next level through projects, products, contests, initiatives, and much more. The relationship is beneficial in many different ways. In terms of projects, artists get to contribute to complete everything from murals to promotional materials while companies stand to gain art to beautify their premises and good publicity. With products, artists have the opportunity to test new ways to make art as well as develop art to sell, while companies have new products they can also market and sell. With contests, both the artists and the companies gain valuable exposure and visibility. Initiatives are mutually beneficial, with artists participating in meaningful work and companies wielding influence for positive change.
One specific example of Singaporean companies supporting Singaporean artists is Tiger Beer. People working for Tiger Beer created an innovative marker whose ink was developed from the soot found in air pollution. Recycling pollution is a great way to make a commentary on the environment and a wonderful solution to the problem to begin with. However, Tiger Beer went one step further with gifting these markers to Singaporean graffiti artists and tasking them with making murals about tigers and pollution. Proceeds from these efforts, which also included selfie opportunities with specially designed tiger filters, went to benefit conservation efforts for endangered tigers in the wild.
Another example of close ties between companies and artists in Singapore is Canon’s outreach efforts. Canon paired up with Singaporean artists to develop stickers, cards, and sculpture instructions that people could download and print out on Canon products. Canon developed sticker paper, thick card stock, and specially designed models people could punch or cut out, and then assemble for 3-D sculptures out of paper.
Get involved in the art world by enrolling in an art class today. Visit SGArtClass.com to learn more about art. On SGArtClass.com, you can browse a wide selection of informative articles about art, on-sale art supplies for your latest art project, and a vast number of art classes. From classes on mural painting to lessons on 3-D sculpture, you will be sure to find a class to suit your specific interests. Teachers with experience in instructing students of all ages and abilities will work with you to develop a creative curriculum based on your desires.
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