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Let’s Make Art at Our Tampines Hub Gate 7 – Artist Edition

2023 - Present



During the holidays, to encourage art-making within the community, Our Tampines Hub has engaged us to organize a series of artists to introduce to the community. By exposing the community to different art forms by different artists, we promote the benefits of art-making and the love of learning. The series of workshops featured talented artists from diverse backgrounds, captivating attendees with their creative expressions. This project is aligned with our commitment to bringing the community together through the power of art and to creating better communities through art.


Schedule:

  • March School Holidays

  • June School Holidays

  • September School Holidays

  • December School Holidays


Caricatures with Cartoon Pete!


30 May - 2 June 2023


Discover the fascinating world of aerodynamics, craftsmanship, and artistic expression in our event. Learn about flight principles while building and decorating your own small wooden gliders. Experience the joy of seeing your creations take flight, combining knowledge, creativity, and the thrill of aviation. Unleash your inner aviator and embark on this engaging journey with us.


Fun with Nagomi Art!


6 - 9 June 2023


Pastel Nagomi Art, originating from Japan, is a healing and therapeutic form of painting. Using pastels and fingers, it creates gentle, heartwarming art pieces. With delicate strokes and blending, this art form brings a sense of tranquility and inner peace. Embrace Pastel Nagomi Art to tap into your creativity and experience the soothing power of this engaging practice.


Create Fun & Cute Chibi Art!


 Amanda Chen

13 - 16 June 2023


Originating from Japan, stylized character drawing introduces the enchanting realm of chibi characters. With their distinctive traits, including oversized heads and expressive facial expressions, these adorable creations add a playful and cute touch to any artwork. Engaging in the creation of chibi characters is both enjoyable and creatively fulfilling, providing artists with a delightful means to express their imagination and artistic flair.


Let's Make Mini Wooden Gliders!


Gabriel Lee

20 - 23 June 2023


Discover the fascinating world of aerodynamics, craftsmanship, and artistic expression in our event. Learn about flight principles while building and decorating your own small wooden gliders. Experience the joy of seeing your creations take flight, combining knowledge, creativity, and the thrill of aviation. Unleash your inner aviator and embark on this engaging journey with us.


Get Crafty with Leather!


Kult Bespoke

5-8 September 2023


Participants learned how to handcraft their own leather goods! Choosing from one of the following four leather items to make: Luggage Label, Luggage Tag, Bag Tag, or Pet Tag, they had an artisanal leather-making experience, including the option of customisation by painting or hot foil stamping, to add finishing touches in the personalisation of their art pieces. Everyone had lots of fun creating these pieces!


Acrylic Painting Workshop!


5-8 December 2023


Participants engaged in a captivating abstract acrylic painting workshop guided by the talented artist Eeshaun. Throughout the workshop, they delved into the creative use of colour, explored abstraction, and mastered improvisational techniques in painting. Under Eeshaun's expert guidance, they learned the intricacies of crafting their abstract acrylic paintings. The workshop provided a platform for participants to express their artistic flair while gaining valuable insights into the fascinating world of abstract art!


Sketching with Ink!


Uhky Uhky

12-15 December 2023


Participants delved into the art of sketching with ink under the guidance of artist Uhky Uhky. With a focus on creating strong areas of contrast, individuals embarked on an engaging journey of pen and ink sketching. Exploring the dynamics of contrast in value, the workshop allowed for the creation of intricate ink drawings. Using either black or coloured inks on white surfaces, they honed their skills in producing visually striking pieces. The option to experiment with contrast extended to personalized touches, making each ink creation a unique and expressive work of art. The workshop provided an enjoyable and educational experience for all, as participants immersed themselves in the world of sketching with ink.


Introduction to Wildlife Painting: Portrait of a Hornbill


Thong Chow Ngian

12-15 March 2024


Under the tutelage of esteemed artist Thong Ngian Chow, participants were immersed in the captivating realm of realistic wildlife paintings, exploring mixed mediums with fervor. With meticulous guidance, Chow imparted the intricacies of his craft, focusing on the portrayal of a majestic hornbill. Through the method of transfer, colored washes, and delicate detailing with watercolor pencils, attendees were empowered to breathe life into their canvases, each stroke a testament to Chow's expertise.



Macramé Keychains Workshop


Novelisa Delima

28–31 May 2024


There’s a quiet rhythm to working with macramé—loop, pull, tighten, repeat—and over four days, Novelisa Delima invited participants into that meditative flow. Between lively chats and moments of focused silence, strands of cord gradually transformed under her guidance into sturdy, stylish keychains. She shared knotting techniques, tips on choosing the right materials, and ways to add decorative touches that make each piece one-of-a-kind. By the final session, the table was filled with colourful creations, each carrying the maker’s own personality woven into its design.



Sculpting the Sea: Marine Clay Art


Charmaine Loh

18–21 June 2024


Guided by the skilled hands of artist Charmaine Loh, participants embarked on an ocean-inspired creative journey, shaping marine-themed artworks from clay. Across four immersive days, Charmaine introduced a range of sculpting and texturing techniques, demonstrating how to capture the graceful movement of sea life and the intricate details of coral and shells. Through careful instruction and personal encouragement, she empowered attendees to experiment with form, colour, and composition, resulting in pieces that celebrated the beauty and diversity of the underwater world. By the workshop’s conclusion, each participant proudly presented their own clay creation—a tactile tribute to the wonders of the sea.


Where Small Pages Hold Big Stories


Michelle Liew

3–6 September 2024


From paper to personality, participants in Michelle Liew’s zine-making workshop discovered how this DIY medium can be both intimate and impactful. Over four engaging days, Michelle guided the group through brainstorming ideas, planning layouts, and adding visual elements using illustration, collage, and typography. With plenty of room for experimentation, each attendee created a unique, handcrafted zine—capturing personal stories, playful concepts, or thought-provoking messages in a compact, tangible form. By the end, the room was filled with stacks of small but powerful publications, each one a true reflection of its maker.


Embroidery Fun: Hat Edition!


Stephanie Tan

10–14 December 2024


Some came for the fashion, others for the thrill of making something they could actually wear—but everyone left with a hat that told a story. From 10–14 December 2024, Stephanie Tan led a lively workshop where fabric met creativity in the form of bucket hats and caps. She guided participants through pattern drafting, fabric cutting, and careful stitching, sprinkling in styling tips along the way. The hum of sewing machines mixed with bursts of laughter as each piece took shape. By the end, rows of hats sat proudly on the worktables—ready to shade their makers from the sun and show off a little handmade flair.


Weave and Craft: Woven Coasters Workshop


Belle Gan

17–21 December 2024


The clink of mugs and the warmth of shared conversation inspired the creations in Belle Gan’s woven coasters workshop. Across five days, participants experimented with colours, patterns, and textures, turning simple strands of fibre into sturdy, artful pieces fit for any coffee table. Belle introduced different weaving techniques, from tight, practical weaves to looser, more decorative styles, encouraging everyone to mix and match to suit their taste. By the end of the week, each coaster carried not just its maker’s chosen palette, but also a little piece of their personality—woven in, thread by thread.


Seasonal Soy Candle Tablets


Evelyn Ng

25–29 December 2024


Soft scents filled the air as Evelyn Ng guided participants through the gentle, satisfying process of crafting their own soy candles. Over five calming days, melted wax, carefully chosen fragrances, and hand-poured creations came together in jars and tins, each one as unique as its maker. Evelyn shared tips on blending scents, selecting wicks, and adding decorative touches that turned simple candles into personal keepsakes or thoughtful gifts. By the end, the tables glowed with rows of finished pieces—ready to brighten spaces and carry their warm, lingering aromas into the new year.







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