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Ubah Rumah Residency
Level 2, Room C
This year, the fair proudly presents Ubah Rumah Residency, a special showcase shining a light on emerging Southeast Asian artists. Rooted in ideas of ecology, care, and hospitality, the residency draws inspiration from the nomadic culture of the Orang Laut and the shared maritime history of the Singapore–Malaysia–Riau region. Its name, Ubah Rumah, or “home of change”, reflects its ethos: exploring what it means to host, adapt, and create in a shifting world.
The residency is an initiative by Nikoi Island, whose ongoing support helps sustain the long-term growth of the programme and its artists.
The showcase at Affordable Art Fair features six visual artists and a collaborative video work selected from the residency programme, that captures artistic responses to the place, identity, and community.
The residency is co-founded by Ernest Goh and Alecia Neo, who is the inaugural winner of Affordable Art Fair’s Young Talent Programme which ran from 2012 to 2019 in Singapore. The initiative builds on the fair’s long-standing role in championing Southeast Asian voices. One artist will also be selected for a solo show at Blueprint Art Space in 2026, offering a tangible next step in their artistic journey. Find out more on the Ubah Rumah website.
The exhibiting artists are: 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
Stone & Soil Painting Workshop with Ireen Tan
Friday 14 November, 2pm – 3.30pm and 4pm – 5.30pm
This workshop introduces participants to the art of creating natural pigments from minerals and earth. Through hands-on practice, you will learn how to grind, filter, and prepare raw stones and soils into usable colours for painting and dyeing. The session explores the relationship between land and craft, emphasising sustainable practices and the cultural traditions of working with earth-based materials. You will leave with your own handmade pigments and a deeper appreciation for the natural palette that surrounds us.
Wood Burning Drawing Workshop with Florence Cinco
Saturday 15 November, 2pm – 3pm and 3pm – 4pm
Discover the art of wood burning (pyrography) in this hands-on workshop led by a renowned artist, Florence Cinco from the Philippines. This immersive session invites participants to explore the craft of etching designs onto wooden surfaces using controlled heat, transforming simple wooden pieces into expressive, textured artworks. Guided by the artist’s expertise, you’ll learn the fundamentals of pyrography — from handling the burning tools safely to mastering shading techniques and creating intricate patterns to create your own artwork. All materials will be provided, and you will leave with your own unique wooden art piece.
Exploring Insects Through Art with Wendy Zhang
Sunday 16 November, 2pm – 3pm and 4pm – 5pm
Insects are among the most diverse and fascinating creatures on Earth, yet they often go unnoticed in our daily lives. This workshop invites you to observe closely, and bring the hidden beauty of insects to life through illustration and painting. Through guided exercises, we will explore the unique forms, patterns, and colors of insects while learning practical techniques for accurate observation and artistic interpretation. Practice sketching from both life and reference materials, experiment with line, shape, and texture, and develop skills in watercolor or mixed media to capture delicate details. Curiosity and attention to detail are the only skills needed! By the end of the workshop, you will not only have created your own insect artwork but will have also gained a deeper appreciation for the complexity and wonder of the natural world.
Special Projects
GARDEN OF ECHOES BY YIHONG HSU
Level 2, Room A
Take a breather at the Garden of Echoes, a serene lounge inspired by Yihong Hsu’s poetic life-sized nature-themed artworks. Reflecting her balance of fragility and strength, the space blends organic forms, soft hues and calm greenery — offering visitors a tranquil pause between the fair’s buzz. Relax, recharge, and let art and nature come alive around you.
Feel the art. Breathe. Pause. And let the natural rhythm of Hsu’s world invite you to relax — then continue discovering.
Exhibited by Gallery Jeeum, Stand 2A-17.
Artists’ Takeover
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
Across four days, experience the transformation from the precision of printmaking to the energy of paint at Artists’ Takeover. Zhang Qiao, a multidisciplinary artist and independent scholar, will lead electro-etching workshops that show how electricity and metal can create delicate, sustainable prints. Barry Yeow, a painter whose impasto works celebrate resilience and hope, will fill the space with bold strokes and vibrant colour through live painting.
| Thursday 13 November | Electro-Etching Workshop by Zhang Qiao |
| Friday 14 November | Electro-Etching Workshop by Zhang Qiao |
| Saturday 15 November | Live painting by Barry Yeow |
| Sunday 16 November | Live painting by Barry Yeow |
Zhang Qiao
Zhang Qiao is a multidisciplinary artist and independent scholar based in Singapore, with over a decade of experience in art, design, AI, and digital humanities. Founder of ArchPlate Studio, he pioneers eco-friendly electro-etching – a safer, sustainable alternative to acid-based printmaking.
Exhibited by Y Art Project, Stand 2A-03.
Electro-Etching Workshop
This workshop offers participants a hands-on experience with an eco-friendly printmaking process. Using saltwater as the electrolyte and low-voltage electricity to etch line drawings onto aluminum plates, you’ll learn how to create and print your own artworks using the intaglio printing technique. During the workshop, Zhang Qiao will share insights into the history of intaglio etching, explain the differences between traditional acid etching and the modern electro-etching method and introduce printmaking conventions.
Price: $50 per pax
Duration: 1.5 hours
Register at the stand: Each session is limited to 5 participants
Barry Yeow
A self-taught Singaporean artist and passionate advocate for transformation through creativity, Barry Yeow discovered painting while serving time in prison and turned art into a path of healing and renewal. Today, he continues to mentor inmates and inspire others through his story. His signature impasto style – bold, textured and full of colour – draws from Impressionist influences and embodies themes of hope and rebirth. Through his studio practice and large-scale murals, Barry brings joy and resilience to the public. At the fair, he will showcase his dynamic process through live impasto painting.
Exhibited by Wasuka Art, Stand 3D-03.
«LES BOIS DORMANTS» by Jeff Alarie
Level 2, Spiral Staircase
A self-taught sculptor, Jeff Alarie draws his inspiration from nature — wildlife, flora and the ever-returning rhythm of the seasons.
Fascinated by the growth of plants, the movement of leaves and the silent energy carried by all living things, he seeks, through his metal sculptures, to create a dialogue between the raw strength of the material and the apparent fragility of nature.
It is within this tension between solidity and lightness that his work takes shape. In his own way, he celebrates the poetry of the plant world.
Exhibited by Artêria Gallery, Stand 2B-08.
AN INVITATION TO SOPHIE’S GARDEN by Ronggy
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
An Invitation to Sophie’s Garden transforms a wall into a living tableau of movement and sound. Delicate blooms and birds, crafted through laser-cut wood, respond to viewers through sound and motion sensors – fluttering, stirring, and chiming softly as people draw near. Among them, the iris symbolises wisdom, while the alstroemeria honours a unique hybrid called Little Miss Sophie.
Each element is chosen with intention, celebrating beauty, resilience, and the quiet power of nurture. This garden draws its meaning from the story of six-year-old Sophie, who lives with the rare genetic condition Netherton Syndrome. Her fragile skin demands constant care and her mother tends to her daily needs with the devotion of a gardener protecting a rare bloom.
Through this artwork, artist Ronggy bridges art and advocacy – raising awareness of the condition while portraying how love and perseverance allow even the most delicate lives to flourish. This garden is more than a place of flowers; it is a living portrait of a child’s journey and a mother’s steadfast nurture – a reminder that even the rarest blooms can thrive with care, patience, and love.
We celebrate Sophie as she turns six this 14 November 2025.
Exhibited by Wasuka Art, Stand 3D-03.
HERE, SOMEWHERE, TOTALLY ELSE… 2 by Hélène Le Chatelier
Level 3, Room D
In recent years, images and digital technologies have taken on an increasingly dominant role in our world, evolving into a new form of language that reshapes relationships and intimacy while blurring the boundaries between the real and the virtual, the screen and the skin. Here, somewhere, totally else… 2 explores the tension between private and public spaces, where the body is transformed into a virtual object, questioning contemporary notions of intimacy and the diminishing space for introspection in our lives.
Photo-taking Session with the Artist
Friday 14 November, 3pm – 4pm
Saturday 15 November, 11am – 12pm and 3pm – 4pm
Participants will be photographed by Hélène to capture both the surface of their skin and the resonance of inner emotion. These sessions offer an intimate, hands-on encounter with the artist’s practice, encouraging dialogue around body, memory and emotional visibility.
Exhibited by INTERSECTIONS, Stand 3D-05.
100 SMILES by TTS
Level 2, Room B
TTS (the tiny smile)’s new installation, 100 SMILES, is a captivating homage to joy and resilience, featuring 43 strands of intricately crafted Moon Gates – traditional Chinese garden passageways symbolizing fortune and happiness. As you immerse yourself in this joyful experience, allow it to warm your heart and inspire contemplation on the small wonders that brighten our everyday existence.
Exhibited by GAROME, Stand 2B-05.
Special Exhibition: #SPOTLIGHT
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
Based on a theme of Materials and Textures, this year’s #SPOTLIGHT brings together artists new to Affordable Art Fair Singapore who are rethinking the very surfaces and materials of art. They explore bold textures and unexpected media to tell new stories for our time.
By pushing the limits of surface and material, these artists give fresh life to familiar themes and reflect the evolving ways art is made and experienced today. From recycled matter and textiles to layered wax, each work invites you to look closer and discover a new feel for art.
Exhibiting Artists
| Agatha Lee | Y Art Project |
| Alejandro Contreras Moiraghi | White Space Contemporary |
| Dean Patman | Cameron Green |
| Gam Seongbin | Art SoHyang |
| Ji Seungbae | Gallery SOMA |
| Jung Jinsuh | Tetto_ |
| Jung Youngmo | Gallery Aryeon |
| Mattias de Vogel | Paragon Art Collective |
| Ming Chun Liao | GSA Gallery |
| Rachel Romanowsky | Artaflo Collective |
| Raisa Nosova | Alessandro Berni |
| Wang Yongxu | Progetto PicassoDefi |
| Wittaya Pised | A Gallery Pte. Ltd. |
| Yoon Jungeun | Iseurrat |
The Workshop by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
This year, we are partnering with Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) to bring a series of hands-on art activities to The Workshop at the fair, giving visitors a taste of the creative programmes offered at the school. Expect fun and inspiring sessions such as Modern Cloisonné, Colour Theory, and Abstract Painting.
The NAFA Centre for Lifelong Education (CLE) offers a dynamic range of short and certificate courses in arts, design, and media — all designed to spark creativity, develop skills, and support professional or personal growth. From leather crafting to resin art and collage, each hands-on course blends creative exploration with practical techniques.
At NAFA CLE, they believe learning should be lifelong — and always enjoyable. Many of their courses are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit and other subsidies, making it easier than ever to keep discovering, creating, and growing.
Scrape Painting with In. Creative
– Thursday 13 November, 3pm – 4pm
– Friday 14 November, 3pm – 4pm and 5pm – 6pm
– Saturday 15 November, 2pm – 3pm
Create a beautiful artwork from simple drops of paint using scraping techniques and basic composition in this free workshop.
Modern Cloisonné
– Thursday 13 November, 5pm – 6pm
– Sunday 16 November, 5pm – 6pm
Modern Cloisonné introduces the timeless art of cloisonné with a modern twist. Learn to create intricate designs using metal strips and vibrant pigments while exploring contemporary tools and materials. You’ll transfer your own designs and craft a unique, modern cloisonné artwork from start to finish. $20 per person.
Basic Chinese Ink Painting
– Thursday 13 November, 6pm – 7pm
– Saturday 15 November, 3pm – 4pm
A gentle introduction to traditional brush, ink, and paper techniques used in Chinese Ink Painting. Learn the fundamentals of brush control, ink tones, and simple strokes to paint elegant bamboo forms while appreciating their symbolic meaning in Chinese art. $20 per person.
Colour Demystified
– Thursday 13 November, 7pm – 8pm
– Friday 14 November, 4pm – 5pm
– Sunday 16 November, 3pm – 4pm
Colour Demystified introduces the basics of colour theory and mixing in a fun, hands-on way. Learn how primary colours interact to create harmonious hues, shades, and tones using simple paint-mixing exercises. Discover practical tips to achieve colour balance and confidence in your creative work. Free.
Abstract Art Workshop
– Friday 14 November, 7pm – 8pm
– Saturday 15 November, 5pm – 6pm
– Sunday 16 November, 4pm – 5pm
Abstract Painting offers a simple introduction to creating expressive artworks through colour, shape, and composition. Learn how to paint freely without focusing on realistic forms, using basic techniques to explore mood and emotion. You’ll experiment with layering and texture to create your own abstract piece. $20 per person.
Collage Workshop
– Saturday 15 November, 11am – 12pm
– Sunday 16 November, 11am – 12pm
This workshop introduces the art of creating expressive compositions using images, textures, and mixed materials. Learn simple techniques to layer and combine elements while exploring colour, balance, and storytelling. This workshop encourages creativity and self-expression, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking to reconnect with their artistic side. Free.
Basic Silkscreen Printing
– Saturday 15 November, 1pm – 2pm
Basic Silkscreen Printing introduces the step-by-step process of creating your own silkscreen prints, from designing and preparing a stencil to making your first print. Learn the fundamentals of this fun and versatile technique, and bring home your own unique creation. Free.
Introduction to caring for your collection
– Saturday 15 November, 4pm – 5pm
Simple, practical guidance on how to look after your artworks and treasured items. Learn how to handle, store, and display pieces safely, and understand basic factors that can affect their condition. Perfect for beginners, this course helps you develop good habits to keep your collection in great shape for years to come. $20 per person.
Elegant Letters in Calligraphy
– Sunday 16 November, 1pm – 2pm
Learn to transform a simple brush marker into a tool for creating graceful, Instagram-worthy calligraphy. This relaxing session nurtures creativity, patience, and expressive lettering skills. $20 per person.
Japanese Pastel Nagomi Art
– Sunday 16 November, 2pm – 3pm
Japanese Pastel Nagomi Art introduces gentle techniques such as blending, reduction, stencilling, and cross-hatching to create soft, soothing artworks. Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking calm and mindfulness through art, this session guides you to express peace and positivity in your own pastel Nagomi piece. Free.
Children’s Art Studio by Art Wonderland
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
Run by Art Wonderland and Republic Polytechnic, The World We Build invites children to imagine, design, and express their hopes as Singapore’s visionary architects. Set in the year 2225, it envisions a future where nature and technology exist in perfect harmony – futuristic skyscrapers pulse with life, alive with native flora and fauna. The city hums as one, a seamless blend of human innovation and the natural world.
At the heart of this surreal Wisdom Forest, a central tree whispers softly—ambient echoes of imagined futures, spoken dreams, and Singapore’s shared aspirations. Nestled within the forest are miniature worlds and homes—child-crafted visions of Singapore 2225, where communities thrive in balance with nature. Drawing inspiration from early 2000s pop culture and sci-fi cinema, the installation envisions a Singapore of tomorrow—shaped not by steel alone, but by vision, play, and wonder.
Suitable for children ages 4-12, all materials provided.
The Future We Will Grow
– Free | 5 – 10 minutes
Children are invited to step into the year 2225 and imagine a Singapore filled with green cities, caring communities, and boundless creativity. In this interactive activity, they will write or draw their hopes on leaf-shaped paper. Each leaf will then be added to the Tree of Wisdom, creating a shimmering canopy of collective dreams — a living artwork that celebrates the imagination, empathy, and hope of our future generations.
Build Your Future Self
– Free | 10 – 15 minutes
Step into the year 2225 and bring your imagination to life! In this hands-on puppet-making workshop, children create playful avatars of their future selves – from engineers and doctors to artists, actors, and dreamers yet to be named. Children can cut, decorate, and assemble their puppets with colourful details and movable limbs, giving each creation a unique personality and story.
Make Your Own Mini Diorama!
– $15 per person | 1 hour
This creative, hands-on workshop invites children to design and build their own miniature diorama of a futuristic home. Using paper boxes, coloured papers, paint markers, and clay, participants will craft imaginative interiors that reflect their dreams for the world of tomorrow. What might our homes look like in the future? Will they feature friendly robots, floating gardens, or familiar technologies reinvented in surprising ways? Guided by Art Wonderland’s experienced facilitators, children will explore ideas of innovation, sustainability, and creativity, transforming small boxes into vibrant worlds that tell their own stories.
Official Charity: Caregiving Welfare Association
Level 3, Room F, Creative Hub
Affordable Art Fair Singapore continues its partnership with the Caregiving Welfare Association (CWA), reinforcing its commitment to making art accessible and inclusive to all. This year, CWA will host on-site activities and workshops at the Fair, with proceeds supporting their ongoing work with caregivers and seniors.
The Fair will also extend special access for CWA beneficiaries to experience the event, recognising that caregivers and seniors deserve the same joy, inspiration and connection that art brings.
Bear Painting Activity
– $25 | Every day of the fair
Unleash your creativity and add a personal touch to your very own mini bear figurine! Participants will get to paint and decorate bear-shaped figures using vibrant colours and fun designs. No art experience is needed – just bring your imagination.
Stories of Care: A guided clay activity
– $25 | Every day of the fair
Stories of Care is an interactive art activity where participants use clay to respond to simple guiding questions about care and connection. Each creation becomes a personal symbol – a heart, a hand, a home – reflecting individual experiences and perspectives, and highlighting the importance of care in our communities.
Hanji Paper Workshop
– $25 per person
– Friday 14 November, 11.30am – 1pm
– Sunday 16 November, 10.30am – 12pm
Explore the beauty and resilience of hanji, Korea’s traditional mulberry paper in this intimate workshop. As you layer, smooth, and shape this special paper, which is a symbol of a deep cultural memory, you will not only learn its unique properties but also discover its significance as a material tied to memory, resilience, and daily life. Each participant will leave with a personal mirror that reflects both tradition and contemporary creativity, a keepsake that embodies the spirit of Korean craft in a modern context.
Therapeutic Card Making for Caregivers
– $25 per person | Friday 14 November, 8pm – 9pm
Caring for others is a demanding journey, often leaving little time for self-reflection and personal well-being. This interactive workshop provides a dedicated space for caregivers to step away from their responsibilities and focus on their own needs, and for the public to gain insight into the world of caregivers and offer a card of encouragement to those they encounter.
Caregiving talk by CWA
– Saturday 15 November, 4pm
Finding Calm Through Zentangle by Li Fern Woo (certified Zentangle Teacher)
– Saturday 15 November, 7pm
10 person maximum
Food and Drink
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Can’t wait to visit the fair? Grab your tickets to visit Affordable Art Fair Singapore this 13 – 16 November below.