Friday, November 8, 2013

Japan Art Exhibition


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This piece of art is one of the Candy Girls series done by Yoshitaka Amano. It is one of the many works displayed at Isetan Scotts in a collaboration with three Japanese contemporary art galleries, Mizuma Gallery, Ota Fine Arts and Tomio Koyama Gallery Singapore. This exhibition features many well established Japanese artists such as Yayoi Kusama, Yoshitaka Amano, etc. The collaboration was made in an effort to create a fusion of fashion and art as well as to bring attention to these works that exude their own unique sense of beauty. I was very happy to discover this exhibition as I am a fan of Japanese art and have admired the work of Yoshitaka Amano ever since I was a child. While admiring the displayed works, I was reminded again of what I found so appealing about art from Japan. It seemed so different and original compared to other styles established in other Asian countries. I love how it can be so unconventionally colourful and lively and yet retain a sensitivity and subtlety that is prevalent in the more traditional types of Japanese art. It is always refreshing to experience the coexistence of tradition and modernity.

Eko prawoto pitches wormhole with conical bamboo structures wormhole.



Indonesian architect Eko Prawoto’s ‘wormhole’ bamboo installation for the Singapore art Biennale 2013. Three conical bamboo structures on the front lawn of the national museum of Singapore. I find this art installation very interesting because it enables us to interact and enjoy the uniqueness of it. When I went inside the 'wormhole' itself, It shows how much effort the artist put in just to contribute to this special event. Inside the 'wormhole', there are seats where we can just sit down and look at the lighting from the sun, moving clouds seen through  the cone’s crown and the distinctive smell and texture of bamboo. Its been said that this art installation resembles time travelling as a wormhole is the hypothetical opening in the galaxy, which would allow for time and space travel. Overall, his work is one of those that makes me appreciate art.


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Lumbung Ilmu



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Lumbung Ilmu is the title of this art work. It's one of the interesting art that captured my eyes . The artist himself, Rosid, is trying to show how those farmers back then were staying in and also other objects that they were using back then for harvesting. All of the object there are made from wood. What makes it more interesting is the way they carve out each and every material for the harvesting.  It was being carve well with detail and nice texture on it.I got to know that Lumbung actually means hut, and this hut is being use to store harvested rice and protect it from the pests. Rosid work here has shown me how different it was for farmers back then and now.
         
                                                              Lumbung Ilmu by Nurkhalis

A Natural Phenomenon



This is an installation done by Suzann Victor and it is called Rainbow Circle: Capturing A Natural Phenomenon. It was showcased at the National Museum of Singapore as part of the Singapore Biennale 2013 exhibition. More information about Suzann Victor's work here; http://www.singaporebiennale.org/?page=artist_bio&artist=48

The installation was one of the best highlights for me as it casts a rainbow which can be seen only at different angles. It reminds me of the waterfall I have seen in Cambodia which was really captivating and intriguing to me. It appeals to me that rainbows which usually appears naturally with sunlight and water vapor could be done artificially, like this installation.


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Floral Beauty


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Individually,this is a love or hate trend. Bold Hawaiian prints with flourishing flowers definitely stand-out in a crowd full of dull coloured clothes and it shows how much fun you like to have with your style and compliments your personality very well. I don't think a Gothic type of person would have this in their wardrobe. Additionally, it can easily be abused by someone who doesn't know what they’re doing with this pattern. One false move, and everything transform into a fashion disaster. Everything from t-shirts to snap-backs to pants and even shoes, are getting the Hawaiian treatment, and when paired subtly with some more muted pieces, it can surely give you the attention you deserve. 




Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Sunset


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 I took a picture of the sunset on my way home from school. I think it is an interesting photo as it shows both the sunset and afternoon sky. And in the far back behind the MRT line you can see a few clouds that seems to be glowing brightly due to the afternooon sun,giving off a nostalgic feeling. The blue skies remind me of the afternoon sky even though it's already 7:09 p.m. in the night . It shows that the day passes by slowly as the sun sets patiently with a pinkish-red glow at the back of the picture.The picture really shows a pleasent contrast between the colour red and blue along with the mrt line with white patch of clouds as their divider. I prefer the blue sky as it's telling me that the day isn't over yet as I have many more things to do in life or that day. Overall that day I love the contrast shown on the picture,giving off interesting messages to me!  :) XD :p

Reminiscence by Ang Ah Tee

Reminiscence was a solo art exhibition by Ang Ah Tee which was held in Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), campus 1, gallery 1. The exhibition was started from 25th of October 2013 until 13th of November 2013.

Ang Ah Tee was a Singaporean Artist that inspired by Van Gogh's works. He used to use watercolor and oil paint as his medium, but now he used acrylic paint as his main medium to paint. Most of his work was a contemporary, semi abstract painting. He mixed both Western and Chinese painting techniques. The picture below was one of his painting entitled "View From Sentosa" which he painted on 2012. The subtle colors and bold strokes that he used shows strong emotion and feeling to its viewer. That is why his paintings describes how skillful he was.


 

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Experiencing Biennale Then and Now


I remember the first time I went to the Singapore Biennale was in 2006 when I just started my journey in the art praxis back in Lasalle during the days when I perceived art as pertaining to the sense of beauty more than its motif.
The Biennale has always been an event that I anticipate because of the amazing visual artworks of artists around the globe on their response to the topic. The most fascinating part was to be able to participate in the interactive art.

One of the 2013 Singapore Biennale's I visited was at the National Museum of Singapore where Ken and Julia Yonetani's Crystal Palace where they exhibited their 31 chandeliers in response to the Fukushima nuclear incident in 2011. It was an amazing feel to be there to admire and analyse the theory behind the beauty of it.
As I grow learning and practicing art, I find that art is not only about aesthetics but its motive and message that it has to reach to its audience to engage them to take a step back and take a look at the world from different aspects of life.
 
- Aishah Arin(aka Kiki)



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All you need is Love - What is Love?

“All You Need is LOVE: From Chagall to Kusama and Hatsune Miku” exhibition is a celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of Mori Art Museum in Tokyo this year.

I personally have not been to this exhibition yet. Ever since I read the news of the opening of the All You Need is LOVE exhibition, I have been yearning to explore this in my own eyes. Instead of staring into the computer screen and browsing the pages of what All You Need is LOVE is really about, I wish I could be there to experience the "love".

What is All You Need is LOVE about? The tagline of this exhibition is “Love, Now More Than Ever.” The exhibition of the theme of “love” conveys a message that love is the most precious things for human beings. Approximately 200 works are displayed with a wide range of celebrated contributions, arts history and ambitious new works. These 200 works are explorations of love in myriad forms – a beginning of romantic love, an extension to family love and love for mankind. Not just the surface, the expression of love has the ability to transcend conflict of every sort – straying into realms of hatred and jealousy. All You Need is LOVE presents renowned works expressing love in its many forms that includes new kinds of bond we forge in connecting the world with technology today.

All You Need is LOVE is an experience of love anew through the medium of art. Out of these 200 artworks of “love”, Wearing LOVE by fashion designer Kosuke Tsumura is my personal “love”. It is a direct and practical way of love to from a fashion designer to the society. This installation features Final Home, a Japanese fashion brand with a concept “Survival – Protection – Function – Recycle.” These four words explained it all. These disposed recyclable coats can be taken to any Final Home stores and donated to help refugees or disaster victims. Indeed, this fashion designer thinks deep.

“If we lose our house because of a disaster, war or unemployment, as a fashion designer, what kind of clothes would I propose – and how would they look in trouble-free times?” said Kosuke Tsumura. Wearing LOVE is how he, as a fashion designer expresses his love to mankind. It is to keep you safe.


All you need is "love", is exhibition that conveys a strong message of "love". It acts as a reminder to us to express love not only to the people around us, but to the world. What is “love” to you? How would you express your love? Do it right now. 

For more information on All You Need is LOVE, please refer to http://www.mori.art.museum/english/contents/love/about/index.html




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Friday, November 1, 2013

Annual Night Fest At SAM

The Singapore Night Festival is an annual event that started years ago. The August 2013 event is the 6th one held and by far the largest one yet. It stretched from Plaza Singapura all the way to Raffles City. It showcases Lights shows, local performances and there was also free admission to Singapore Art museum, Singapore national Museum and Peranakan Museum.
 
The Night Festival this year went on for four days on Fridays & Saturdays, and goes on from 7pm to 2am. The Light shows on the white coloured museum buildings are what attracts passer-by the most. Once the passer-by come and stay to look at the light show, they usually decide to explore the museum even further as there is free entry. The Night Festival had more twice more partners this year to contribute compared to previous years. Singapore Night festival has successfully spread arts and culture to us in it's unique way.
 
 
 
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Thursday, October 31, 2013

                                                RAINY 


Introduction
It's a rainy day and this photo is taken on a bus .

Description
It was raining heavily. This heavy rain makes everyone feels depressing. Sitting down 
quietly and started to think about something emotional and which is
buried deep in our heart. 



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Reminiscence

Introduction:
This Art Exhibition called Reminiscence was held at Nanyang Academy of Fine Art. It is being held in NAFA campus 1 from 25th October till 13 November.

Description:
The Singaporean Artist Ang Ah Tee is a NAFA alumni. He painted this piece called Tranquility, a scene in Venice in the year 2011. The painting cool colours with a abstract style of painting that still allows the viewer to be able to depict the scene in the painting. His paintings in this exhibition, Reminiscence show the different styles he had incorporated and the skills he has displayed. Ang Ah Tee's works shall inspire not just me but many others. 

For more information on Ang Ah Tee and his artworks, please refer to:
http://www.angahtee.sg/AngAhTee.html



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Saturday, October 26, 2013

Fashion in 19th Century - Singapore


Introduction:

this gallery is held in National Museum Singapore. (level 2)

The purpose is to celebrate the creativity of Singapore society through time in the four Singapore living galleries, each with a lifestyle theme close to the hearts of Singaporeans.
The gallery is going to be held until 16 March 2014.

Description: 

Costumes worn by women in 19th century will be displayed as the gallery traces the changing roles of women from youths to homemakers and career women.
To have the idea of the shifting identities of Singapore women from the 1950s to the 1970s  and the changing social, economic and political roles of women.
Allowing in-depth understanding of the process on how various garments (Kebaya, Sari and Chiongsam) are made.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2013

NIGHT FESTIVAL at Peranakan Museum

Introduction

This is an Event held by Peranakan Museum on the month of August 2013.


Description

Peformances that were being conducted by three Singaporean musicians that present orginal tunes inspired by 'Luminous Depths', the art installation by Lee MingWei. Besides peformances, there are also Glow-In-The-Dark graffti room or contribute to our community project thats ongoing during this Lightscape event too.



http://www.peranakanmuseum.org.sg/exhibitions/338.html


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Sunday, October 13, 2013

eLesson 03


eLesson 3

The third and final eLearning lesson / assessment requires you to publish one arts-related post into this class blog by 2359h on Fri 8 November 2013. In this one post, you are expected to: 
  1. Embed one image OR video you have created and own the copyright to. 
  2. License it with a Creative Commons licence of your choice (use http://creativecommons.org/choose/). 
  3. Write a short introduction and a short conclusion. Insert a hyperlink (this can be anywhere in your post -- e.g. a link to the licence you have used). 
  4. Title the post appropriately. 

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Student Posts

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