The Art Picnic: An Act of Creation

Venue: INSTINC Space, 39 Keppel Rd, #03-10 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065

Exhibition Duration: 23 - 31 January 2026 | Wed-Fri, 1PM-7PM. Sat - Sun, 1PM-6PM

Opening Reception: 23 January 2026 (Fri), 4PM–9PM
with Live Music by Sax N' Bongos

Live Creation Dates:

23 Jan 2026 (Fri), 4-9PM

24 Jan 2026 (Sat), 1-6PM

25 Jan 2026 (Sun), 1-6PM

30 Jan 2026 (Fri), 4-9PM

31 Jan 2026 (Sat), 1-6PM

INSTINC is bringing something fresh to Singapore Art Week 2026: a one-of-a-kind exhibition where the act of making becomes the show. We’re transforming our gallery into a lively, communal studio, inviting artists to create live in front of the public, share their process, and turn experimentation into performance.

Step inside a space where creation unfolds before your eyes. This exhibition invites you to witness the artistic process as it happens, celebrating experimentation, dialogue, and the energy of making. Finished works are only part of the story; here, the act of creation itself takes center stage and visitors are invited to be part of it.

Across five days, 35 artists from Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan and beyond will work on site, bringing a mix of perspectives and practices to the gallery. Each day features six to seven artists working over five hours, offering a rare chance to observe, engage, and even contribute to the process. The experience is dynamic and unpredictable, reflecting the rhythms and energies of contemporary art in motion.

Artist lineup and more details:

About INSTINC Space

Founded in 2004 by artist Yeo Shih Yun, INSTINC is a leading artist-run institution based in Singapore. With a distinguished presence in the arts ecosystem, INSTINC diligently sustains the growth of contemporary art through exhibitions, residency programs and curations. Their esteemed Artist-in-Residence program has cultivated invaluable regional and international networks since 2009. INSTINC is celebrated for producing immersive, large-scale exhibitions that encompass installation, new media, performance, painting and sculpture, showcasing the diverse range of artistic expressions.

Notable collaborations include partnerships with renowned brands such as Volvo and Guinness, further demonstrating INSTINC's commitment to fostering cross-disciplinary exchanges. Moreover, INSTINC takes immense pride in organising the highly anticipated INSTINC D:Art Festival 2022, generously supported by UOB Bank and the NAC start fund.

INSTINC continues to foster creative individuals and collective practitioners by establishing a platform for cross-disciplinary exchanges with their relocation in Tanjong Pagar Distripark. With expertise in exhibition curation, commissioned works and brand alliances, INSTINC endeavours as a vital presence in the cultivation of contemporary art.

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