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SINGAPORE’S NEWEST AND MOST INTERESTING ART FAIR
OPENS AT SUNTEC ON THURSDAY JANUARY 21ST Presenting “A World of Art” – 3,000 unique artworks from 65 exhibitors
SINGAPORE, WEDNESDAY JANUARY 6TH: Singapore’s newest and most interesting art fair, Singapore Contemporary, opens with an exclusive VIP program and Vernissage on Thursday January 21st, followed by three days open to the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, January 22nd, 23rd and 24th. The inaugural edition of the show, with the theme “A World of Art,” presents more than 3,000 works of art from 65 exhibitors and installation art by 14 artists. Exhibiting galleries are from Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, South Korea, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia.
"Androgyny #7" by Kim Nampyo, atelier aki, South Korea, Booth C01
Held across a stunning 6,000-square-meter space at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore Contemporary unveils a number of works that have been specially created for the Show. Well-known Australian artist Emma Hack has created a portrait commission of Singapore-born Adelaide City Lady Mayoress Genevieve Theseira-Haese, “Our Lady Phoenix.” Proceeds raised from the sale of the work will be donated to the Eurasian Association of Singapore. British ink-pen artist Jeff Murray presents "Singapore Sling" – works fusing Singapore’s natural beauty with the city’s state-of-the-art architecture. Renowned Korean sculptor Jang Seunghyo (known as Sho Jang) has created an amazing six-part installation for the show – comprising hand-made tiles, bearing sculptures of “Art Blossom” chess pieces and looked down upon by two huge “art” chandeliers. Emma Hack will also conduct a live body-painting exhibition for the opening of the Show on Thursday 21st, taking eight hours to transform her muse with head-to-toe paint. Show Director Douwe Cramer said that visitors to Singapore Contemporary have a lot to look forward to: “This is an exceptionally interesting show – most of the artworks have never been seen in Singapore before, and many are by artists who are just starting to break through on the international stage, winning prestigious prizes and achieving success at auction. We think Singaporeans and overseas visitors here for Singapore Art Week are going to love it! And all visitors are invited to join an extensive program of complimentary tours, live painting demonstrations and a fabulous children’s program.” Added Michael Lee, Acting Chairman of the show’s Advisory Board: “The members of the Advisory Board are excited to be involved in Singapore Contemporary. The Organiser is making a real effort to reach out to the different sectors of the local visual arts community and we are very pleased to be asked to provide our insights. I believe Singapore Contemporary is a very welcome addition to Singapore Art Week and will contribute to further grow Singapore’s standing as a regional arts hub.” Tickets for Singapore Contemporary are now on sale at www.singaporecontemporary.com or www.sistic.com. Tickets purchased before the show are S$30 for a single day, S$20 for a single day concession or S$54 for a three-day pass, and the ticket holder can bring a friend for free. Tickets purchased at the show door are the same price, but admit one person only.
Top image: "Our Lady Phoenix (Adelaide City Lady Mayoress, Genevieve Theseira-Haese)" by Emma Hack, Emma Hack Gallery, Australia, Booth B13
Bottom image: "Singapore Sling" by Jeff Murray, United Kingdom, Booth C18
EXHIBITORS AT SINGAPORE CONTEMPORARY A Gallery
Hong Kong
D04
Argueyrolles Gallery Thailand D03
Art Front Gallery Singapore C09
Art Weme Contemporary Gallery Malaysia B10
Artemis Art Malaysia B05
Artify Gallery Hong Kong B15
Artists in Taiwan Taiwan D13
Artredot Singapore D08
Artsphere Indonesia C16
atelier aki South Korea C01
Author Gallery China C12
Awiki Indonesia B09 Chen Ben by BEN Gallery China C19 C.K Art Space COSPACE
Korea China
D01 C04
Di Legno Gallery Singapore D02
Eight Art Gallery Singapore B03
Emma Hack Gallery Australia B13
Fabrik Gallery Hong Kong C08
Faith Art Gallery Hong Kong D11
Francesca Gnagnarella Italy A04
Galerie GAIA South Korea C05
Gallery Michelle South Korea C11
Gallery Miz South Korea D05
Gallery Palzo South Korea D09
GAMO GALLERY South Korea D12
Gao Xiao Yun China A03
Henri Depardieu France B19
iSGO Gallery China C02
Jeff Murray United Kingdom C18
Jeffrey Wandly by Maya Gallery Singapore A08
Jens W. Beyrich by BOESSO ART GALLERY Italy A06
KAN-ZAN-LOC. Japan A07
KATO ART DUO Singapore C07
Khalifa Gallery South Korea B14
Khankhalaev Gallery
Russia
B01 La Lanta Fine Art Thailand B16
Ling Art China B17
Lydia Janssen USA A02
Macey and Sons Auctioneers and Valuers Limited Hong Kong D07
Macey and Sons Kids Art Studio Hong Kong B12
Madeleine Ekeblad Australia C21
Mendez Big and Small Art Company Philippines B06
Mendez Big and Small Art Company Philippines B08
Nancy's Gallery China D14
Ng Woon Lam by GOLDMANN SAGG Singapore B18
Pop and Contemporary Fine Art Singapore B02
Puri Art Gallery Indonesia C14
Randy Li China B20
Simon Wee by Tembusu Art Gallery Singapore A05
Soemo Fine Arts China D06
Space BM South Korea B07
Srisasanti Syndicate Indonesia C15
Susan Schmidt Australia A01
The Dragon Year Gallery China D15
The Gallery Eumundi Australia D10
TONYRAKA Art Gallery Indonesia C13
Utterly Art Singapore B04
VISIONAIRS GALLERY Singapore D16
Viviyip Artroom Indonesia C17
WANG ARTS GALLERY Singapore B11
Wentworth Galleries Australia C10
World of Arts Indonesia C03
Y2ARTS Singapore C06
Zhao Lu by Shone-Show Gallery China C20
COMPLIMENTARY ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN ART TOURS: Invited guests and ticket holders are welcome to participate in a series of show tours, which explore the artworks of various participating nations and different genres of art, plus the opportunity to meet with artists and learn what inspires their work. On a first-come-first-served basis, visitors can select from these tour topics:
Meet the Artist Learn what motivates and inspires six talented artists at the show Hidden China Discovering collectible Chinese contemporary paintings Art of Southeast Asia An introduction to works from Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines Japan and Korea Revealed Inside the mysteries of Japanese and Korean contemporary art Contemporary Sculpture A wonderful selection of works in bronze, ceramic, glass, stone and more LIVE PAINTING DEMONSTRATIONS: Four artists with very different styles of work will present live painting demonstrations, Artist Talks and take questions on Friday January 22nd. Simon Wee (Singapore) 2pm – See acclaimed local artist Simon Wee demonstrate his technique of painting on canvas and linen, and present an Artist Talk & Q&A. 3.30pm – Simon Wee will again demonstrate his technique of painting on canvas and linen, and present an Artist Talk & Q&A. Jeff Murray (United Kingdom) 3pm – Learn about the works and techniques of British ink-pen artist Jeff Murray, who will give a live demonstration, and Artist Talk & Q&A. 5pm – Jeff Murray continues his live ink-pen demonstration, and presents another Artist Talk & Q&A. Awiki (Indonesia) 4.30pm — See a demonstration of Awiki’s unique hand painting, and join his Artist Talk and Q&A. Madeleine Ekeblad (Australia) 2.30pm – Watch a demonstration by this talented Australian artist who works with enamel, acrylics and old music manuscripts, accompanied by an Artist Talk and Q&A. Madeleine will explain how she incorporates musical themes into all her vivid paintings. 4pm – Madeleine Ekeblad continues her live painting demonstration, and presents another Artist Talk & Q&A.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: Children are welcome at Singapore Contemporary – we hope their experience at the Show will be the beginning of a life-long love of art! All programs are complimentary, and on a first-come, first-served basis. Thanks to Little Artists Art Studio for managing and conducting these programs with their qualified team of art teachers. Macey and Sons Kids Art Tours Conducted by Little Artists Art Studio, these fun and educational tours are open to children 5yrs to 11yrs of age. Please meet at the Macey and Sons Kids Art Tours counter right inside the main entrance at 10 minutes before the hour. Tours are limited to 15 children. Tour Times – Friday January 22 - 4/5pm; Saturday January 23 - 12/1/2/3/4pm; Sunday January 24 - 12/1/2/3/4pm Macey and Sons Kids Art Studio Operated by Little Artists Art Studio, this is a fun place for children from 3yrs to 11yrs of age to engage in supervised painting, drawing and other art projects. Experienced art teachers will coach children in the creation of a unique artwork to either display at the Show or take home. There is also a great display of artworks by talented students from the Little Artists Art Studio - drop by and take a look! Children's Programs kindly sponsored by Macey and Sons Auctioneers & Valuers Limited.
ARTWORKS AT SINGAPORE CONTEMPORARY
CURATOR’S CHOICE:
Some of the Show’s most interesting artworks, from well-known artists as well as emerging
talents. Selected by Singapore Contemporary Director, Mark Saunderson.
Top left image: "March" by Zorikto Dorzhiev, Khankhalaev Gallery, Russia, Booth B01 Top right image: "Beijing Girl 2015-3-2" by Zhang Xiangming, Soemo Fine Arts, China, Booth D06
Bottom left image: "XP Black Series - I Am Here" by Choi Woolga, Khalifa Gallery, Korea, Booth B14 Bottom right image: “Thought 4” by Ji, Yo-Sang, Artists in Taiwan, Tawian, Booth D13
ARTIST DIALOGUES:
Singapore Contemporary welcomes 17 artists in this unique section of the show. Meet with these carefully selected artists and learn what inspires their work. Also presenting live painting demonstrations on Friday January 22nd (see program above).
Left top: "A Scar - Time is Your Enemy" by Gao Xiao, Gao Xiao Yun Art, China, Booth A03 Left bottom: "Smith Street Chinatown Impression II" by Ng Woon Lam, GOLDMANN SAGG, Singapore, Booth B18
Right top: "Future" by Simon Wee, Tembusu Art Gallery, Singapore, Booth A05 Right centre: "Blossoms Welcoming The Red Sun" by Francesca Gnagnarella, Australia, Booth A04
Right bottom: "Mirior" by Henri Depardieu, France, Booth B19
CHINA ENCOUNTERS:
The latest in Chinese Contemporary works from leading galleries in China, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Top image: "Tai Chi - Boundless" by Yu Nancheng, Nancy's Gallery, China, Booth D14 Centre left image: "Rhinoceros No.2" by Zhao Lu, Shone-Show Gallery, China, Booth C20
Centre image: "Untitled" by Wang Min, The Dragon Year Gallery, China, Booth D15 Centre right: "Empty Series-Spring" by Ge Ziyu, iSGO Gallery, China, Booth C02
Bottom left image: "Color Film" by Chen Ben, BEN Gallery, China, Booth C19 Bottom right image: "Yoga No.6" by Xie Aige, COSPACE, China, Booth C04
INDONESIAN PAVILION: Five members of the Indonesian Art Gallery Association presents over 200 paintings and sculptures.
Top left image: "Hope" by Romy Setiawan, Viviyip Artroom, Indonesia, Booth C17 Top right image: "Erase-series" by Erika Ernawan, Artsphere, Indonesia, Booth C16
Centre image: "Couse Kid Say So" by I Made Arya Palguna, TONYRAKA Art Gallery, Indonesia, Booth C13 Bottom left image: "To Grow To Furrow" by Yoga Mahendra, Puri Art Gallery, Indonesia, Booth C14 Bottom right image: "In The Morning #2" by Suroso Isur, Srisasanti Syndicate, Indonesia, Booth C15
EDITORS’ NOTES: Singapore Contemporary Dates: January 21 – 24, 2016 Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre Opening Hours: VIP Program: Private View (by invitation only) Thursday January 21, 3.30pm – 5.30pm Vernissage (by invitation only) Thursday January 21, 5.30pm – 9pm General Admission Friday January 22, 12 noon – 9pm Saturday January 23, 11am – 7pm Sunday January 24, 11am – 6pm Ticket Sales: www.singaporecontemporary.com www.sistic.com
Parking, MRT, Taxis: There is abundant parking at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. The venue is easily accessible by MRT (Esplanade Station or Promenade Station via the Circle Line), and there are several conveniently located taxi ranks.
Complimentary Buses: Complimentary buses are provided from outside Art Stage Singapore at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre. Buses run every 10 to 15 minutes during these times: Thursday January 21 - 4pm to 8pm Friday January 22 - 3pm to 7pm Saturday January 23 - 12 noon to 6pm Sunday January 24 - 12 noon to 6pm Latest Information: For the latest updates on Singapore Contemporary and programming information, please visit www.singaporecontemporary.com, find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/singapore.contemporary.art.show or follow us on Twitter at sg_contemporary.
High-res images and information are downloadable from: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/x66q11s4guhnpwk/AADQdMStMFdRVNKBDZ2UhntZa?dl=0
About Singapore Contemporary The Founders and Directors of Singapore Contemporary are three art enthusiasts with more than 25 years’ experience in the region. Viewed as pioneers in the art space, they consider the interest of artists, galleries and buyers are best served by providing vibrant fairs and online content which stimulate discovery, exploration and conversations about art. The popular Asia Contemporary Art Show, in its 8th edition in Spring 2016, is Hong Kong’s only art fair that takes place twice a year. And when the art fairs close, collectors and art lovers can continue to browse 24/7 and buy on Asia Contemporary Art Buyer (www.asiacontemporaryart.com).
Singapore Contemporary Advisory Board
The Show Directors are guided by an Advisory Board comprising six influential leaders in Singapore’s art ecology: T.K Quek, Kwok Kian Chow, Michael Lee, Chiara Rosenblum, Arnaud Champenois and Jason Wee. “We are delighted to have the valuable input of such influential and qualified arts specialists on our Advisory Board, which we expect will make a very strong contribution in guiding the direction of Singapore Contemporary in 2016, and as we grow and develop in the years ahead,” said Show Director Douwe Cramer. “The Board will provide insights into the character of art and artists we should be curating, collector and buyer engagement, the genres preferred by Singaporean and Southeast Asian collectors to produce a really engaging show, and special projects and installation art.”
For media enquiries, please contact: Singapore Contemporary Press Office Singapore office: Fiona Vogel [email protected] | +65 8133 1706 Tula Goodwin [email protected] | +65 8189 1720 Hong Kong office: Anne Wu [email protected] | +852 2973 0171 Natasha Li [email protected] | +852 2973 0778