EXHIBITIONS
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Auras of Women and the Sacred Within
Auras of Women And The Sacred Within is an exhibition that illuminates the sacred and deeply personal narratives embedded in womanhood, exploring identity, healing and generational legacy through the works of three artists. This exhibition reimagines traditional gallery spaces, inviting viewers to connect with each piece and its story intimately. Each artist reflects on heritage, resilience and spirituality, rendering multilayered expressions that transcend the conventional boundaries of identity and contemporary art.
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A Revolution Suspended
A Revolution Suspended, Suleiman examines the post-democratic landscape of South Africa, focusing on themes like water, land, and the universal quest for belonging—parallels he draws with his Palestinian heritage and Jordanian context. His work delves into how access to resources transcends economic concerns, becoming deeply tied to identity.
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Stable Attraction
Stable Attraction delves into the intricate dynamics of cross-cultural collaboration, bringing together artists from Singapore and South Africa in a residency program designed to foster creative exchange. The program pairs artists with diverse backgrounds and practices, encouraging them to explore new cultural landscapes and artistic environments.
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Compression
Compression is a micro-exhibition that explores the intricate relationship between identity and the concept of home, examining how these elements are shaped, confined, and re-defined through the act of compression. Co-curated by Lizzie Wee and Dylan Chan, the works in Compression interrogate the roles, traditions, and narratives, which question how these elements compress individuals into prescribed forms of being.
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Freight Open Studio
Freight is a reflection on the journeys we carry—personal, artistic, and communal. This open studio marks the arrival of new residents and the unveiling of a new creative hub, a space where stories converge and collide. With each artist comes a unique cargo: ideas, histories, and visions that have travelled through time, place, and experience.
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Sing About Me
BLVCK BLOCK’s most recent residency graduate showcased his works in a solo exhibition titled “Sing About Me”. Mwanza’s series borrows its name from Kendrick Lamar’s song in the seminal “GOOD KID MAAD CITY”, exploring the grim realities black youth face.
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The Things The Centre Cannot Hold
Inspired by the timeless themes of “The Second Coming” and “Things Fall Apart”, our exhibition offers a profound reflection on the consequences of cultural imperialism. Through the medium of art, we weave intricate stories that resonate with the vibrant pulse of Africa, celebrating the resilience, creativity, and enduring spirit of our people.
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A Rumbling Whisper
‘A Rumbling Whisper’ unfolds as a manifesto of decolonisation. It explores the process of decolonisation in its material and immaterial forms through themes of land, conflict, identity and spirituality. The latter takes centre stage in the artists' works, calling upon the audience to embark on a journey of self-discovery and cultural reclamation.