What’s On | Singapore

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.