The Ubah Rumah Residency at the Affordable Art Fair

Discover the Ubah Rumah Residency at the Affordable Art Fair. The Ubah Rumah (“Home of Change”) Residency is a special initiative by Nikoi Island that spotlights emerging Southeast Asian artists reflecting the rich nomadic culture of the Orang Laut of the Singapore-Malaysia-Riau Islands. 

The showcase will feature six visual artists and a collaborative video work selected from the residency programme exploring themes of place identity and community. All artwork on display will be available for purchase. 

Exhibiting artists: Lusiano Limono (Indonesia) Ireen Tan (Malaysia) Ricky Yeo (Singapore) Florence Cinco (Philippines) Djuwadi Ahwal (Indonesia) Wendy Zhang (Singapore) Yeo Lyle & Thain Siew Kim (Malaysia Tunggu Makan 2022). 

Workshops by Ubah Rumah:

Friday 14 November 2pm - 3:30pm and 4pm - 5:30pm

• Stone & Soil Painting Workshop with Ireen Tan

Develop a deeper connection to the earth by discovering the art of creating natural pigments from minerals and earth. Through this guided workshop you will learn how to transform raw stones and soils into usable colours for painting and dyeing. You will leave with your own handmade pigments and a deeper appreciation of the natural palette that surrounds us. 

Saturday 15 November 2pm - 3pm and 3pm - 4pm

• Wood Burning Drawing Workshop with Florence Cinco

Discover the art of wood burning (pyrography) in this hands-on workshop. Immerse yourself in this session by etching designs onto wooden surfaces using controlled heat transforming simple wooden pieces into expressive textured artworks. All materials will be provided and you will leave with your own unique wooden art piece. 

Sunday 16 November 2pm - 3pm and 4pm - 5pm

• Exploring Insects Through Art With Wendy Zhang 

Observe the hidden beauty of insects and bring your imagination to life through illustration and painting. By the end of the workshop you will have created your own insect artwork as well as gained a deeper appreciation of the unique forms patterns and colours of insects. 

Event Details

Private View (by invitation only)

• Thursday 13 November 2pm – 10pm

Public Opening Hours

• Friday 14 November 11am – 9pm
• Saturday 15 November 10am – 7pm
• Sunday 16 November 10am – 7pm

Address: 1 Republic Blvd F1 Pit Building Marina Bay Street Circuit Level 2 Room C Singapore 038975

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