his exhibition emerged from a cultural exchange journey to Xiamen, China, where observation, travel, and shared experiences became catalysts for artistic reflection. Through textiles, mixed media, and handcrafted works, the showcase explored themes of nature, heritage, memory, and creative identity shaped through encounters with new environments, landscapes, and communities. Presented at NAFA in 2024, the exhibition reflected how cultural immersion and collective learning can

NAFA International Learning Journey | 10–28 June 2024 As part of the NAFA Diploma in Art Teaching programme , I had the enriching...

Studying at NAFA has given me the opportunity to explore both watercolor and oil painting in-depth, developing my skills while refining...

Concept & Symbolism Inspired by the theme “De Nouveau” , my painting reflects the emotional journey of isolation and renewal during the...

Following an immersive art study trip to Bali, our group of NAFA students presented a public exhibition reflecting the cultural observations, artistic experiments, and personal experiences developed throughout the journey. The exhibition brought together drawings, paintings, mixed-media works, and visual documentation inspired by Balinese landscapes, architecture, rituals, and decorative traditions. Through these works, we explored how cultural immersion can shape artistic pe

This field study journey to Bali became an immersive exploration of art, material culture, sustainability, and environmental awareness. Through sketching, observation, workshops, and cultural encounters, the experience deepened my understanding of how artistic practices can remain closely connected to nature, craftsmanship, and heritage. Throughout the journey, I became increasingly drawn to the relationship between architecture, ornamentation, ecology, and community life — t

From left to right: Law Zhenwen (SUTD), Nadia Binte Sulaiman (ITE), Tok Oei Kee Jennifer (NAFA), Samuel Tan Zhi Kai (NP) & Tan Bee Thiam (SP) (S. Facilitator) FabArt Café was developed as a collaborative proposal exploring how Somerset Belt could be reimagined as a more inclusive and vibrant creative space for young people. Working alongside teammates from different educational institutions, the project responded to questions surrounding youth engagement, accessibility, ident

NIE Group Seminar Presentation A Story of Artistic Resistance ...

During my early studies at NAFA, drawing became the foundation of my artistic practice. Through observational exercises, experimental mark-making, and studies of movement, nature, and spatial depth, I developed sensitivity towards texture, rhythm, and emotional atmosphere. These explorations continue to influence my contemporary practice today, shaping how I approach ecology, storytelling, and layered visual narratives across painting and mixed media works. Drawing taught me