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"Place of Meditation" by William Pinillos, ENLACE Contemporary Art, Peru, Latin American Voices

NEW FEATURES AND 30% GROWTH IN EXHIBITORS

AT THE SECOND EDITION OF SINGAPORE CONTEMPORARY Singapore, January 19 – 22, 2017

Singapore, Wednesday, January 4th, 2017: Collectable artworks from across Asia and the world will be on show at the highly anticipated 2nd edition of Singapore Contemporary. Taking place on January 19 – 22 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, the show will feature artists from over 25 countries presenting a wide-ranging collection of high-quality, collectable artworks presented in uniquely curated sectors: Photo17 Singapore, Latin American Voices, Artist Dialogues, China Encounters and Gallery Projects. The vibrant and diverse range of works on exhibit will include investment-grade art with a strong secondary market and auction following, plus those by career artists, whose works are included in private and public collections, and some of the world’s most promising up-and-coming artists.

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A truly exceptional art experience is in store for visitors in January, with an increased line-up of 89 regional and international exhibitors, an impressive array of 13 experiential art installations and the opportunity to meet some of the world’s most interesting artists. Spread over 6,000 square meters of state-of-the-art space, the 2017 show invites collectors and art buyers from across Asia to browse and buy original paintings, limited editions, sculpture and photography, and to participate in an enriching program of complimentary talks, tours and live painting demonstrations.

New to the 2nd edition will be Photo17 Singapore and Latin American Voices, two standout features that tap into the current pulse of the contemporary art market. With Photo17 Singapore, visitors will be able to view an impressive range of photographic works by renowned photographers such as Daido Moriyama, learn about the variety of steps involved in creating art photography and understand the increasing importance of photography as a collectable medium. Latin American Voices presents a stunning series of artworks from across the Americas, including works that draw from the long-standing artistic traditions of the region and sculptures by Pablo Atchugarry and Gustavo Vélez who both have had great success at auction at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips. “It’s going to be a spectacular show”, says Show Director Douwe Cramer, “We’ve had a more than 30% increase in exhibitors joining the 2017 show, and the range, diversity and quality of exhibitors, artists and artworks will be truly exceptional. We are very excited to present a ‘world of art’ to Singapore and our new sectors reflect the current movements in the contemporary art market. Markets fluctuate, and our goal is to move with the times and present the best artworks in a wide range of prices so that no matter how the market moves, there will always be works that fit into people’s budgets.” Cramer continues, “Photography, for example, is becoming more and more popular and sought-after by collectors, with photo-centred art fairs popping up across many Asian cities. And Latin American art may be still new to Asia, but in other parts of the world, collectors are snapping up paintings, sculptures and photography from the region. Christie’s November Latin American Art sale broke seven sales records! So, we feel confident that our show will provide collectors new ground for acquisitions, and an exciting art experience for visitors and art enthusiasts alike.” Singapore Contemporary – Photo17 Singapore and Latin American Voices

PHOTO17 SINGAPORE Debuting in January will be Photo17 Singapore, Singapore Contemporary’s curated photography sector, which will illustrate the growing importance of photography as an artistic medium and collectable art form. The pavilion will showcase works by over 30 unique artists in both gallery booths and wall space curated in four diverse yet overlapping divisions: Documentary, Fine Art, Conceptual and Mixed Media Photography. The exhibition will emphasise that photography is about more than just photo-taking, it is about photo-making. From conception to final print, the myriad processes involved make this medium highly innovative.

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Daido Moriyama, Japan – Akio Nagasawa Gallery, Japan As one of Japan’s most acclaimed post-war photographers, Daido Moriyama (b.1938) has been on a fifty-year journey with an automatic camera by his side. Documenting cultural change and chaotic urban experiences, his work captures the underside of urban Japanese life along with the breakdown of traditional values and accelerated modernization experienced during the post-war period. A master of the impromptu shot, Moriyama’s style is recognised for “are, bure, boke” or “grainy, blurry and out-of-focus” black and white images. For the artist, working in monochrome is important not only because it lends itself to stronger elements of abstraction or symbolism, but also because there is an element of being transported to another place and time. And for Moriyama, the journey continues.

Martín Chambi, Peru – ENLACE Contemporary Art, Peru Peruvian photography giant Martín Chambi (b. 1891 – d. 1973) was one of the first major indigenous Latin American photographers and is considered one of the most influential and important artists that South America has ever had. An unparalleled portraitist, Chambi was the first person to sell his images as postcards in Peru, a format he pioneered, and his work is recognised for its profound historical and documentary value. Each of his photos is a small work of art, offering a glimpse into Peruvian life during the 1920s and 1930s. The artist has been featured in three photographic exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, including a retrospective of his work in 1979.

Vincent Fournier, France – La Galerie Paris 1839, Hong Kong “Observe stars, travel in space, build new worlds, brings things to life or reprogram them, see beyond the visible”, says photographer Vincent Fournier (b.1970). Revealing his passion for science, technology and their mysteries, Fournier’s works are also a record of humanly fantasised utopian worlds. Whether he uses biomimetic research or studies in futurology, Fournier always leaves enough space for imagination. His photos are poetic and meticulous, which are the result of much advanced preparation, a taste for opposites, and film and literary inspirations. Through his imagery, the artist hopes that one can explore his fictional worlds and appreciate their incredible potential.

"Rose" by Daido Moriyama, Akio Nagasawa Gallery, Japan

"Mars Desert REsearch Station 6" by Vincent Fournier, La Galerie Paris 1839, Hong Kong

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"Cruz Velacuy - Festival of the Cross" by Martin Chambi, ENLACE Contemporary Art, Peru!

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LATIN AMERICAN VOICES Bringing a taste of Latin American art to the region, Singapore Contemporary 2017 is delighted to present “Latin American Voices”, a special exhibition spread across 244 square meters of curated space showcasing more than 25 artists from across Latin America, including Peru, Argentina, Cuba, Mexico and Chile. This singular exhibition will present emerging, mid-career and established artists whose collectable works hang in prestigious institutions across the Americas, and offer Singaporeans a unique opportunity to see an incredible array of stunning works that capture the heart and soul of the Americas.

Pablo Atchugarry, Uruguay – ENLACE Contemporary Art, Peru Primal and full of elemental energy, the works of internationally renowned Uruguayan sculptor Pablo Atchugarry (b.1954) evoke an aura of otherworldliness. Working primarily in Carrara or pink Portuguese marble, the artist approaches the classical sculpting tradition with a contemporary ethos, creating monolithic pieces of art that are sumptuous, smooth and simple. The elegance of his work is achieved by creating variations on linearity, with curved corners and grooves forming organic fans or folds. Atchugarry’s works are held in private and public collections around the world and one of his recent works “Untitled 2015” recently set an auction record at Christie’s Latin American Art sale.

Mayté Guzmán, Mexico – X Espacio de Arte, Mexico Having participated in over 12 biennials and 35 exhibitions across the Americas and Europe, Mayté Guzmán (b. 1956) is an artist who cherishes movement. Guzmán is drawn by the movement of the body on canvas, with the speed by which the movement occurs at a precise moment and the gestures in that movement. The impromptu and accidental nature of her work, with its random paint drippings, are inspirational and give birth to compositions that are spontaneous, powerful, organic and expressive. The artist intends to convey energy, passion and strength to the viewer, and to spark their curiosity.

Ignacio Poblet, Peru – Galería Arte Amérika, Colombia Inspired by urban realities, Ignacio Poblet’s (b.1975) work poses profound questions about today’s Latin American reality. His characters are rooted in the “common man”, the anonymous urban hero who battles against and takes responsibility for the difficult conditions of his existence. His neo-figurative style moves away from the quaint and commonplace, creating through a technical dominance of acrylic and oil, compositional unity and an impactful pictorial language. Poblet’s work is the convergence of a range of new potentialities in the region’s history and manner of artistic expression.

"TIERT" by Mayte Guzman, X Espacio de Arte, Mexico

"Untitled" by Ignacio Poblet, Galería Arte Amérika, Colombia

"Untitled" by Pablo Atchugarry, ENLACE Contemporary Art, Peru

 

EXHIBITOR LIST EXHIBITOR COUNTRY SECTOR

Adam Marelli USA Photo17 Singapore Akio Nagasawa Gallery Japan Photo17 Singapore Anna Rubin Australia Artist Dialogues Art WeMe Contemporary Gallery Malaysia Gallery Projects Art Xchange China China Encounters Artcube Malaysia Gallery Projects Artemis Art Malaysia Gallery Projects Artists in Taiwan Taiwan Gallery Projects Artredot Singapore Gallery Projects Beatrice Prost Australia Photo17 Singapore Beijing Dezi Art Center China China Encounters BIEN GALLERY South Korea Gallery Projects BLINK Gallery Hong Kong Gallery Projects Bo Art Gallery Taiwan Gallery Projects Cassio Vasconcellos Brazil Photo17 Singapore Charlotte Donvang Malaysia Artist Dialogues Cho Yea Jae South Korea Artist Dialogues CK. Art Space | Bruno Tanquerel South Korea | France Gallery Projects Dayspring Art Group South Korea Photo17 Singapore DC Arte Colombia Latin American Voices Dickson Yewn by Literati Artspace Hong Kong Artist Dialogues Ebru Varol USA Photo17 Singapore Emily Portmann Australia Photo17 Singapore Emma Hack Australia Artist Dialogues ENLACE Contemporary Art Peru Latin American Voices Eugene Gallery South Korea Gallery Projects Fangyuan Art Gallery China China Encounters Galería Arte Amérika Colombia Latin American Voices Galerie GAIA South Korea Gallery Projects Galerie Nguyen Vietnam Gallery Projects Gallery ART CENTER PPLUS South Korea Gallery Projects Gallery d'Arte USA Gallery Projects Gallery Irritum South Korea Photo17 Singapore Gallery Suppoment South Korea Gallery Projects Gao Xiao Yun China Artist Dialogues IK Projects Peru Latin American Voices Intersections Gallery Singapore Photo17 Singapore Janet Clayton Gallery Australia Photo17 Singapore Janet Pancho Hong Kong Photo17 Singapore Jeff Murray United Kingdom Artist Dialogues K&P Gallery USA Gallery Projects KAN-ZAN-LOC. Japan Artist Dialogues Kate Baker Australia Photo17 Singapore Khalifa Gallery South Korea Gallery Projects La Galerie Paris 1839 Hong Kong Photo17 Singapore Leonie Barton Australia Photo17 Singapore

 

LGM Arte Internacional Colombia Latin American Voices Lydia Janssen USA Artist Dialogues Macey & Sons Auctioneers and Valuers Limited Hong Kong Gallery Projects Mauro Lopes Marizano Brazil Photo17 Singapore Maya Gallery Singapore Gallery Projects Miaja Gallery Singapore Gallery Projects Mo Shah Pakistan Photo17 Singapore Mu Xin Art Space China China Encounters Naida Adell Ginnane Singapore Photo17 Singapore Olivia Marty France Photo17 Singapore Patricia Cabaleiro by Cabaleiro Art School & Artelier Singapore Artist Dialogues Patrick Teo Singapore Artist Dialogues Pop and Contemporary Fine Art Singapore Gallery Projects Pu Gallery China China Encounters Richard Koh Fine Art Malaysia Photo17 Singapore Roger Dean by Trading Boundaries United Kingdom Artist Dialogues ROLECO FINE ART Singapore Photo17 Singapore Rukshaan Art India Gallery Projects Samran Cheupan Thailand Artist Dialogues Sara Zaher Australia Photo17 Singapore Satelites ART LAB Japan Gallery Projects Segaris Art Center Malaysia Gallery Projects Simon Wee by Tembusu Art Gallery Singapore Artist Dialogues Singapore Art Garret Gallery (SAGG) United Kingdom Gallery Projects Solan Chiu by Giant Year Gallery Hong Kong Artist Dialogues Space 1326 South Korea Gallery Projects Spring Art Taiwan Gallery Projects Stephen Kane Australia Photo17 Singapore Susan Schmidt Australia Artist Dialogues Systema Gallery Japan Photo17 Singapore TAKSU Singapore Photo17 Singapore The Gallery Eumundi Australia Gallery Projects Utterly Art Singapore Gallery Projects Wang Jingwu China Artist Dialogues White Space Art Asia Singapore Gallery Projects X Espacio de Arte Mexico Latin American Voices Xavier Comas Spain Photo17 Singapore Y2ARTS Singapore Gallery Projects Yamaki Art Gallery Japan Gallery Projects Yann Rebecq France Artist Dialogues Yoon Arte China Gallery Projects Yuan Ye China Artist Dialogues Zhang Hui by Ling Art China Artist Dialogues

 

TALKS, TOURS & SPECIAL EVENTS

ARTISTS IN ACTION – DAILY LIVE PAINTING DEMONSTRATIONS Visitors to the Show will be able to see artists in action with live painting demonstrations. This year's exciting line-up presents five very distinct artists whose works range from the abstract and spiritual to the fantastical and expressive. Artists will be available to take questions after their demonstrations. Registration will be at the Live Painting Demonstrations counter at 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Friday January 20th: 2pm: Charlotte Donvang (Malaysia) - delve into vibrant, abstract expressions of energy 3pm: Jeff Murray (UK) - discover miniature worlds in pen and ink 4pm: Roger Dean (UK) - explore fantasy landscapes with an iconic album cover artist 5pm: Samran Cheupan (Thailand) - uncover the meaning of the "enso" circle in Zen Buddhism Saturday January 21st: 12pm: Jeff Murray (UK) - discover miniature worlds in pen and ink 1pm: Yann Rebecq (France) - travel to a poetic universe inspired by the beauty of Provence 2pm: Roger Dean (UK) - explore fantasy landscapes with an iconic album cover artist 4pm: Charlotte Donvang (Malaysia) - delve into vibrant, abstract expressions of energy Sunday January 22nd: 12pm: Samran Cheupan (Thailand) - uncover the meaning of the "enso" circle in Zen Buddhism 1pm: Yann Rebecq (France) - travel to a poetic universe inspired by the beauty of Provence

 

COMPLIMENTARY ART TOURS FOR ADULTS: Covering a variety of art-related subjects and geographical regions, Singapore Contemporary’s enriching and diverse program of Art Tours takes visitors on a journey of artistic discovery. Experienced docents, many from the National Gallery and the Singapore Art Museum, will delve deeper into the artworks on show, providing context and background, and engaging seasoned and young collectors in a conversation about today’s contemporary art world.

• Hidden China – Uncovering the mystique of collectible Chinese contemporary art

• Best of Show sponsored by Indosuez Wealth Management – A series of highly regarded works selected by our expert jury

• Art of Southeast Asia – An artistic journey through Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines

• Appreciating Contemporary Photography – An in-depth look at the medium with Photo17 Singapore curator, Patricia Levasseur de la Motte

• Meet the Artist – Six intriguing artists share their motivations, inspirations and techniques

• Japan and Korea Revealed – Discovering the artistic narrative in Japanese and Korean contemporary art

• Contemporary Sculpture – Movement and energy captured in bronze, ceramic, glass and stone

• Latin American Voices – A glimpse into the heart of the Americas TOUR TIMES: Friday January 20th: 1.30 / 2.30 / 3.30 / 4.30 / 5.30pm Saturday January 21st: 1.30 / 2.30 / 3.30 / 4.30 / 5.30pm Sunday January 22nd: 1.30 / 2.30 / 3.30pm

 

COMPLIMENTARY YOUTH PROGRAMS: An enthusiastic welcome is in store for the next generation of artists and art enthusiasts at Singapore Contemporary! Hoping to kick-start a life-long love of art, children can take part in the Macey & Sons Kids Art Studio or the Macey & Sons Kids Art Tours, both partnering with Little Artists Art Studio.

KIDS ART STUDIO: a fun place for children from 3yrs to 11yrs to engage in supervised painting, drawing and other art projects. Parents can either join in, or leave children for up to an hour while they explore the show. Experienced art teachers will coach children in the creation of a unique artwork to either display at the show or take home. They will also receive a Certificate.

KIDS ART TOURS: open to children from 5yrs to 11yrs of age, and take approximately 45 minutes. The meeting place will be at the Macey Kids Art Tours counter right inside the main entrance at 10 minutes before the hour, where a tour leader will be waiting.

TOUR TIMES: Friday January 20th: 4pm / 5pm Saturday January 21st: 12noon / 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm Sunday January 22nd: 12noon / 1pm / 2pm / 3pm / 4pm THE SOVEREIGN ART CHARITY STUDENTS PRIZE, SINGAPORE 2017 Celebrating young artistic talent in Singapore, the winners of the Sovereign Art Charity Students Prize will be announced by Sovereign Art Foundation Managing Director Tiffany Pinkstone and Sovereign Management Services Pte. Ltd Managing Director Andrew Galway at Singapore Contemporary during the show’s Vernissage. The Charity aims to underscore the importance of art in education and to foster the next generation of creative minds. Visitors are invited to view the shortlisted and winning works by students from local secondary schools and art institutions, and to vote for their favourite at the display in the entrance area.

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THE PEOPLE BEHIND SINGAPORE CONTEMPORARY

FOUNDERS: The Founders and Directors of Singapore Contemporary are three art enthusiasts with more than 25 years’ experience in the region, Douwe Cramer, Mark Saunderson and Sarah Benecke. Viewed as pioneers in the art space, they consider the interest of artists, galleries and buyers are best served by providing vibrant fairs and online content which stimulate discovery, exploration and conversations about art. The popular Asia Contemporary Art Show, in its 10th edition in Spring 2017, is Hong Kong’s only art fair that takes place twice a year. ADVISORY BOARD: The Show is guided by an Advisory Board that helps to steer the direction of the show as well as providing insights into the character of the art and artists, collector and buyer engagement and advice on the genres that are preferred by Singaporean and Southeast Asian collectors. Comprised of six influential leaders in Singapore’s art ecology, T.K Quek, Kwok Kianchow, Michael Lee, Chiara Rosenblum, Jackson See and Jason Wee, the assistance of the Advisory Board is crucial in producing a very engaging and successful show. ASIA CONTEMPORARY ART BUYER: The Founders of Singapore Contemporary also produce Asia’s leading art website, Asia Contemporary Art Buyer (http://www.asiacontemporaryart.com). The site features over 12,000 artworks from 2,000 artists. Asia Contemporary Art Buyer extends the value of Singapore Contemporary for both buyers and sellers of art, from an exciting four-day Show with face-to-face engagement with artists and galleries, to 365 days a year and 24/7 online for personal browsing and buying. Macey & Sons Auctioneers and Valuers Limited – Principal sponsors, Macey & Sons, bring a wealth of experience specialising in valuations of fine art, classic watches and clocks, jewellery and fine porcelain. Founded by Jonathan Macey, an auctioneering and finance industry specialist with 25 years’ experience, Macey and Sons provide a unique suite of services that include careful selection of artwork for investment and investment strategies, portfolio building, valuation and investment exit strategies. Macey & Sons opened its expanded private gallery to accommodate public auctions, as well as hosted its first auction, in September 2016.

Mr Douwe Cramer, Show Director of Singapore Contemporary

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SINGAPORE CONTEMPORARY | JANUARY 19 – 22, 2017

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PRIVATE VIEW - BY INVITATION ONLY Thursday January 19 - 3:30pm to 5:30pm VERNISSAGE - BY INVITATION ONLY Thursday January 19 - 5:30pm to 9pm CÉ LA VI ART NIGHT Friday January 20, 5.30pm – 9pm, and the party continues from 10pm with the official After Party at CÉ LA VI GENERAL ADMISSION: Friday January 20 - 12pm to 9pm Saturday January 21 - 11am to 7pm Sunday January 22 - 11am to 6pm TICKETS: Tickets are now on sale at www.singaporecontemporary.com or www.sistic.com.sg

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