Artists say that while they are able to find places to showcase their work, there is a lack of conducive spaces for experimentation and creation.
SINGAPORE: The National Arts Council is building and enhancing spaces for artists in Singapore to create and promote their work, both at physical sites and on digital platforms.
They reached a broad consensus that the area should be turned into a sandbox for art work of various disciplines.Artists said that while they are able to find places to showcase their work, there is a lack of conducive spaces for experimentation and creation. For more autonomy and diversity among the residents, he suggested leasing the units to a range of artists and groups, instead of a single master tenant.
“These are spaces where the government is prepared to let the the arts community take the lead in telling us what they want,” Mr Tong told Singapore Tonight on Monday . Another creative space undergoing a facelift is 45 Armenian Street, which used to house The Substation. They also want the location to be an inclusive arts space focusing on experimentation and mentorship, with collaborations with museums and universities in the vicinity.Beyond physical spaces, the NAC is tapping the digital realm for artists to reach a wider audience.
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