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Seniors & Retirees Private One-to-One Art Course

Interested in learning drawing and sketching? Been searching high and low for good watercolour painting courses or acrylic painting classes in Singapore? And, if you are a beginner to these mediums, our course is most suitable for you to gain the skills and foundation. Try out our 12 sessions Art Immersion course, with tailored learning for Drawing and Sketching and Painting  – Acrylic Painting and Watercolour Painting.

20 Seriously Creative Team Building Activities in Singapore [2026]

20 Seriously Creative Team Building Activities in Singapore [2026] | Visual Arts Centre 20 Seriously Creative Team Building Activities in Singapore [2026] From neon art jamming to batik and resin coasters — hands-on ideas your team will actually enjoy. By Visual Arts Centre • 27 September 2026 • 8 min read 2016Running art sessions since …

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Understanding SOTA and how to prepare an art portfolio

Complete Guide On About & Preparation steps for DSA-SOTA (School Of The Arts) under TA: Visual Arts Schedule a consultation with us! 1. SOTA (School Of The Arts) 1.1 About SOTA (School Of The Arts) Preparation/selection requirements – portfolio, interview etc Starting age, duration, art syllabus Application process How can Visual Arts Centre help to …

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End of Year Team Bonding Art Jamming New Year Christmas

End of Year Team Bonding – A Perfect Roundup with Art Jamming Christmas, New Year’s Day, End of Year Team Bonding Art Jamming (All art materials provided | Full professional instructor guidance) Suitable for all companies, group sizes, events, beginner-friendly Click Here to Enquire More & Customise Your Event With Us! As the year comes …

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专业一对一儿童青少年绘画课程私教

专业一对一儿童青少年绘画课程私教 (适合初学者 | 提供所有材料 | 全程专业指导) Click Here if you are unsure where/how to find suitable art lesson | art class | art course for you or your child/kids! 高效率提升绘画水平、高效率准备艺术作品集 很多学生学画的进度慢，基础差跟不上、进度太快听不懂、升学备考没重点、兴趣学习没方向，白白浪费时间和精力，有些学生认为自己没有天赋，最后放弃学画的梦想。其实每个人都有绘画的天赋，要找到正确的学习方法。 新加坡视觉艺术中心提供1对1专属艺术私教课程专为每一位学员量身定制教学方案！ 一对一私人课，全程专业指导 新加坡视觉艺术中心的老师均是美院科班毕业，老师都能用双语授课、因材施教，精准匹配你的绘画基础、学习目标、学习节奏，在学习绘画课程中不用迎合其他人进度，只专注你的个人绘画进度，在短时间高效出成果！ 一对一油画私人课，老师全程指导示范 一、为什么一定要选一对一绘画课程私教？ 1）在一对一绘画课程授课之前，老师会设计题目测试学生绘画能力，做精准评估，从而清楚的知道学生的真实绘画水平是什么程度。 2）当老师测试学生绘画程度后，定制专属学生的学习方案方案，根据学生学画主要目的，再针对性定制整套提升计划，每一节课都有明确学习目标，并不是盲目的学习 3）在一对一绘画私教课堂上，老师全程专属专注指导，及时纠正学生的错误，全程示范指点，从画面的细节、笔触技法、构图技巧、色彩运用，在绘画过程中，学生出现的问题马上就能解决，及时回答在绘画中的疑问，这样的学习方法可以提高效率，让学生能迅速 一对一丙烯和素描私人课，老师全程指导示范 二、想要让您的孩子报读DSA吗? 什么是DSA? 直接招生计划（Direct School Admission，简称 DSA）是新加坡学生申请中学的一种升学途径。除了小六会考（PSLE）成绩之外，学生还可以根据自己的兴趣、特长、能力及潜力申请心仪的中学。对于对美术有兴趣及特长的学生，也可以通过 DSA 美术领域进行申请。部分专业艺术学校，例如新加坡艺术学院（SOTA），学生也需要通过 DSA 申请入学。 对于以 DSA 美术升学为目标，并需要在有限时间内提升绘画水平、准备艺术作品集的学生来说，一对一艺术私教课程能够提供更具针对性的专业指导。 许多学生，尤其是年龄较小的学生，在准备艺术作品集时会遇到不同的困难。他们的作品可能还没有达到申请所需的水平，也可能还没有接触和尝试过足够多不同的艺术媒介，导致作品集在媒介、题材和表现形式上缺乏丰富性与多样性。此外，学生也可能缺乏面试经验，或作品集整体较为零散，缺少清晰的方向和规划。 我们专业私教老师拥有丰富的艺术院校作品集指导、面试辅导经验， …

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Professional One-to-One Private Art Lessons for Children & Teens

Professional One-to-One Private Art Lessons for Children & Teens (Beginner friendly | All materials provided | Full professional guidance) Click Here if you are unsure where/how to find suitable art lesson | art class | art course for you or your child/kids! Improve Art Skills Efficiently | Prepare a Strong Art Portfolio Effectively Many students …

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Best Professional Art Courses / Class in Singapore | Free Art Trial*!

Free* Introductory Art Class | Free* Trial Art Class (Beginners friendly | All art materials are provided | Full professional teachers guidance) Click Here if you are unsure where/how to find suitable art lesson | art class | art course for you or your child/kids! Want to learn to draw? Now is the best time …

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Professional Architectural Illustration Course

Professional Architectural Illustration Course Professional Teaching Team | Experienced Professional Art Instructors Click here to enquire Professional Architectural Illustration Course Many people are passionate about architecture, love travelling, and aspire to study architectural design. However, without an understanding of architectural perspective and composition, it can be challenging to accurately capture buildings, streets, and a sense …

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Understanding AEP & EAP and how to prepare an art portfolio

Complete guide on about & preparation for AEP (Art Elective Programme) & EAP (Enhanced Art Programme) Schedule a consultation with us! 1. AEP (Art Elective Programme) 1.1 About AEP (Art Elective Programme) Preparation/selection requirements – portfolio, interview etc Schools choices Starting age, duration, art syllabus Application process How can Visual Arts Centre help to prepare …

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霓虹荧光绘画艺术工作坊

荧光绘画艺术工作坊 专业艺术团队 | 资深且经验丰富的艺术导师 点击这里咨询 荧光绘画工作坊 · 荧光绘画团队建设 · 荧光生日派对 正在寻找一个与众不同、充满氛围感的艺术体验吗？ 普通的绘画活动可能已经习以为常，一般的派对也少了一点新鲜感。不如来体验我们的荧光丙烯绘画活动，在独特的荧光氛围中尽情发挥创意，享受不一样的绘画乐趣！ Click Here to Enquire https://vac3.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/04144911/9e97fcf3-483d-4fd5-9483-33323151464e.mp4#t=1,8.5 什么是荧光绘画？ 荧光绘画是一种使用专业优质荧光丙烯颜料进行创作的艺术形式。在普通灯光下，作品会呈现出鲜艳、明亮且通透的色彩；当灯光调暗并开启UV紫外线灯后，整幅作品便会瞬间亮起来，色彩更加突出，散发出梦幻迷人的荧光效果。 与普通绘画不同，荧光绘画多了一种独特的“光影魔法”。高饱和度的色彩、梦幻独特的层次以及强烈的视觉效果，让荧光绘画成为近年来非常受欢迎的沉浸式艺术体验之一。 为什么荧光绘画非常适合团队建设和生日派对？ 非常适合夜间活动，氛围感十足 在昏暗灯光与荧光效果的衬托下，整个空间充满梦幻氛围，不仅非常适合拍照，也能让大家在轻松、浪漫的环境中享受特别的艺术体验。 https://vac3.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/04155352/IMG_6822.mov#t=,4 简单有趣，零基础也能轻松参与 无需任何绘画基础，即使是第一次接触绘画，也能在老师的指导下完成属于自己的作品。整个创作过程轻松、有趣又解压，同时也非常适合大家一起互动交流。 兼具绘画技巧与创意表达 我们使用专业的荧光颜料，并由专业艺术老师指导大家掌握色彩、光影及绘画技巧。在老师的带领下，每位参与者都能创作出精致又有个人特色的作品。它不只是简单的涂鸦，而是一次真正的艺术创作体验。 荧光绘画非常适合生日庆祝、闺蜜聚会、企业团队建设、公司活动、晚间沙龙及私人派对等各种活动。 由新加坡视觉艺术中心为您策划：我们的荧光丙烯绘画工作坊可根据企业团队需求进行定制，包括团队合作大型画布创作，让大家在绘画过程中增进交流与团队合作。 我们也可以为您打造梦幻荧光主题生日派对，为朋友聚会加入更多艺术与创意元素，让活动更加特别、更值得纪念。 荧光绘画也非常适合求婚活动及单身派对，在梦幻的荧光氛围中，为特别的时刻增添更多浪漫与创意。 新加坡视觉艺术中心专业活动策划团队为您提供一站式、个性化定制的荧光绘画活动，包括主题设计、专业艺术指导、现场氛围灯光布置、绘画教学及整体活动策划。 我们将艺术、光影、氛围、互动与放松融入整个活动，让大家在轻松愉快的环境中创作属于自己的荧光作品，留下难忘而特别的美好回忆。 每一幅完成的作品都是独一无二的——亲手创作一幅真正属于你的闪耀艺术作品。 我们的活动特色: 1. 专业级荧光丙烯颜料 2. 专业艺术导师现场指导 3. 专属昏暗灯光与UV紫外线灯布置 4. 多种绘画主题选择：花卉、抽象艺术、梦幻星空、南洋风情等 5. 专业团队一站式活动策划——省心、有格调、高品质 让每一次聚会、团队建设和生日庆祝都充满荧光色彩，打造独一无二的特别体验。 新加坡视觉艺术中心为您策划与打造与众不同的沉浸式艺术体验，让艺术、创意与梦幻荧光点亮每一个精彩时刻。 荧光绘画工作坊 | 企业团队建设 | 定制生日派对 在新加坡视觉艺术中心体验沉浸式荧光丙烯绘画，让您的活动更加闪耀、更具创意！ 点击这里了解更多 …

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Foundation In Digital Art

Embark on a captivating journey into the vibrant world of digital art! Our Foundation in Digital Art workshop invites budding creatives aged nine and above to unleash their imagination and hone their artistic skills in a dynamic, supportive environment. From mastering basic digital tools to crafting mesmerizing digital masterpieces, children will explore a spectrum of techniques guided by seasoned mentors. Through hands-on activities and interactive sessions, participants will discover the endless possibilities of digital expression while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Join us for an exhilarating adventure where young artists transform ideas into stunning visual realities, igniting a passion for digital art

Colour & Texture Exploration With Acrylic Painting & Collage
Prepare to unleash your inner artist in a kaleidoscope of color and creativity with ‘Colour Blast: Acrylic Painting & Collage Techniques’! Dive into a whirlwind adventure where vibrant hues and mesmerizing textures collide in a symphony of imagination. From mastering the art of seamless color blending to discovering the magic of mixed media collage, this journey is a playground for your artistic soul. With each brushstroke, explore new techniques that breathe life into your canvas, transforming it into a vibrant tapestry of expression. Join us and let your creativity run wild as you embark on this colorful escapade!”
World of Manga [Foundation & Styling]
A manga art workshop for children and teenagers sounds like a fantastic idea! Here’s how you might structure it:
Introduction to Manga: Begin by introducing what manga is, its history, and its influence on popular culture worldwide. Show examples of different manga styles and genres to give participants an overview.
Basic Drawing Techniques: Start with the fundamentals of drawing, such as line work, shapes, and proportions. Provide step-by-step instructions on how to draw basic manga characters, focusing on simple shapes that can be built upon.
Character Design: Move on to character design concepts, including creating unique characters, designing their personalities, and developing backstories. Encourage participants to get creative and think outside the box.
Expression and Emotion: Teach how to convey emotions and expressions through facial expressions, body language, and positioning of characters. This can be a fun and interactive exercise where participants practice drawing various emotions.
Storytelling and Paneling: Explore the basics of storytelling in manga, including paneling techniques, pacing, and layout. Show examples of different panel structures and discuss how they affect the flow of the story.
Inking and Coloring: Introduce participants to inking techniques using pens or markers. You can also cover digital inking for those interested. Then, demonstrate basic coloring techniques using markers, colored pencils, or digital software.
Feedback and Collaboration: Provide opportunities for participants to share their work and receive feedback from their peers and instructors. Encourage collaboration by having them work together on short manga projects or collaborative drawings.
Final Showcase: End the workshop with a showcase of participants’ work. This could be in the form of an exhibition, digital gallery, or printed booklet. Celebrate everyone’s creativity and progress throughout the workshop.
Remember to create a supportive and encouraging environment where participants feel free to express themselves and explore their creativity. And don’t forget to have fun! Manga is all about imagination and passion, so let that spirit shine through in your workshop.
Academy Drawing Traditions
The academy drawing and sketching tradition, rooted in centuries of artistic practice, emphasizes disciplined study of form, proportion, and technique. Originating from Renaissance workshops and formalized by institutions like the Royal Academy, it prioritizes meticulous observation and mastery of fundamental skills. Students progress from basic exercises to complex compositions, learning to depict still life and common objects with precision and expression. This tradition values both classical principles and innovation, encouraging artists to push boundaries while maintaining a deep respect for tradition. Through rigorous training and critique, artists within this tradition cultivate a strong foundation for creative exploration and artistic excellence.
Chinese Ink Painting and Calligraphy
This course on Chinese ink painting and calligraphy introduces young learners to the rich traditions of Chinese art. Through hands-on activities, students explore the basics of brush techniques, ink control, and the delicate art of Chinese script. They learn to appreciate the cultural significance of calligraphy and painting, developing skills in creating elegant strokes and expressive brushwork. The course fosters creativity, patience, and fine motor skills, while also providing insights into Chinese history and aesthetics. By the end, children gain confidence in their artistic abilities and a deeper understanding of Chinese cultural heritage.
Funk with Graffiti
Funk With Graffiti Workshop for children is an engaging and creative program aimed at introducing young artists to the vibrant world of graffiti and funk-inspired street style art. Participants learn the basics of graffiti history, techniques, and safety. Guided by professional graffiti artists, children explore the art of designing their unique tags, emphasizing creativity, expression, and individuality. The workshop includes hands-on activities, from sketching concepts to creating final designs with spray paint on provided surfaces. By the end of the session, children gain confidence in their artistic abilities and an appreciation for graffiti and funk as legitimate forms of street art. Each child completes two original artworks, which they proudly take home, showcasing their newfound skills and personal style.
Batik Tales

In the Batik Introduction Handkerchief Painting workshop, participants will learn the traditional art of batik, a wax-resist dyeing technique originating from Indonesia. The workshop begins with a brief history and overview of batik, highlighting its cultural significance and various techniques. Participants will then observe a demonstration of applying wax with tjanting tools and dyeing the fabric. Following the demonstration, each participant will design and create their own batik handkerchief, applying wax to create patterns and then dyeing their fabric. The workshop concludes with a group discussion, allowing participants to share their creations and reflect on their learning experience.

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Terms & Conditions – Neon Glow Art Jamming & Colour Blast Party (Saturday Sessions Only)

  1. Participation
    • Participation in the Neon Glow Art Jamming & Colour Blast Party is voluntary. By participating, all participants acknowledge that they understand and accept the nature of the activities and agree to participate at their own risk.
  2. Health & Safety
    • The event takes place in an outdoor festival environment featuring bright lighting effects, flashing lights, amplified music, and high sound levels, which may not be suitable for individuals who are sensitive to light, sound, or have related medical conditions.
    • Participants are responsible for ensuring that they are medically fit to participate in the activities.
  3. Colour Blast Party
    • The Colour Blast Party uses coloured cornflour powder.
    • By participating in the Colour Blast Party, participants confirm that they:
      • Do not have any known allergy or sensitivity to cornflour, corn, coloured powder, or similar materials.
      • Do not suffer from asthma, respiratory conditions, or any medical condition that may be aggravated by airborne powder.
      • Understand the nature of the activity and voluntarily choose to participate.
  4. Face & Body Painting
    • Optional face and/or body painting may be available during the event.
    • Participants choosing to receive face or body painting confirm that they have no known allergies or skin conditions that may be affected by cosmetic or body paint products. Participants with sensitive skin are advised to refrain from participating.
  5. Assumption of Risk
    • Participants acknowledge that participation in the event, including but not limited to art jamming, the Colour Blast Party, face and/or body painting, and related activities, carries inherent risks, including accidental slips, falls, minor injuries, allergic reactions, respiratory irritation, or other unforeseen incidents.
  6. Indemnity and Release
    • By participating in the event, participants agree, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to release, discharge, and indemnify Visual Arts Centre, CHIJMES, their respective officers, employees, volunteers, contractors, sponsors, partners, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, expenses, injuries, or actions arising out of or in connection with participation in the event, except where such claims arise directly from the negligence or wilful misconduct of the organisers.
  7. Personal Responsibility
    • Participants are responsible for their own personal belongings and should exercise reasonable care while participating. Appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for an outdoor event are recommended.
  8. Organiser's Rights
    • Visual Arts Centre and CHIJMES reserve the right to refuse participation or remove any participant whose behaviour is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or poses a risk to others. The organisers also reserve the right to modify, postpone, suspend, or cancel the event due to weather, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances.

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