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SG Culture Pass Art Workshops by Visual Arts Centre

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Welcome to the SG Culture Pass Art Workshops by Visual Arts Centre. We offer a diverse range of art workshops & art course designed to cater to all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Browse our art workshops selection & use your SG Culture Pass to unlock your artistic potential!

What is SG Culture Pass?

All Singaporeans 18YO & above receive $100 worth of credits by Singapore government, which they can use to attend & participate in various local arts and heritage programmes for free. The SG Culture Pass credits are valid for use across 3 years, from 1 Sept 2025 to 31 Dec 2028. ** You may register with/for your family members or friends or customise corporate team bonding art jamming session using SG Culture Pass credit

How to Redeem your SG Culture Pass Credits

Step 1 - Access your credits

Visit the SG Culture Pass website.
Log in with Singpass to verify your profile.
Once verified, you can view your credits and browse the list of eligible arts and heritage events

Step 2 - Select an event

Search Visual Arts Centre and choose the activities you’d like to attend from the list of eligible events.
Click through to purchase tickets – you’ll be redirected to the event’s authorised ticketing partner.

Step 3 - Apply your credits

At checkout, select SG Culture Pass credits as your payment method.
Log in again via Singpass when prompted.
Once successful, you’ll return to the payment page to compelete your purchase.

Step 4 - Complete your payment

If your credits cover the full ticket price, no additional payment is needed.
If the credits are not enough, pay the remaining balance using another payment method.
Once payment is complete, your credits will be deducted automatically.
You can check your transaction history and remaining balance anytime on the SG Culture Pass website.

Art Workshops: (available till 31 August 2026)

Tile Painting Workshop [G] [$48/pax]
Urban Sketching Workshop – Multiple Locations [G] [$60/pax]
Colourful Expressions – Abstraction & Texture Workshop [G] [$75/pax]
Caricature Drawing Workshop [G] [$55/pax]
Introduction to Digital Art Workshop [G] [$90/pax]
An Introduction To Chinese Ink Painting Workshop – Tropical Fruits & The Nanyang School [G] [$58/pax]
Chinese Calligraphy Writing Workshop [G] [$55/pax]
The Art of Anatomy Workshop [M18] [$90/pax]
Still Life Drawing and Sketching Workshop [G] [$50/pax]
Couplet Writing Workshop [G] [$68/pax]
Batik Tote Bag Workshop [G] [$90/pax]
Mid-Autumn Festival Learning Painting Workshop [$70/pax]

Past Workshops:

Acrylic Landscape Painting Art Workshop For Beginners [$60/pax] (Currently Unavailable)
Botanical Watercolour Painting For Beginners [$60/pax] (Currently Unavailable)
Sculpture Making of Figurines Workshop [$70/pax] (Currently Unavailable)
Marquage Leather Painting Workshop [$80/pax] (Currently Unavailable)
The Drawing Basics – Interior Spaces and Perspective [G] [$80/pax] (Currently Unavailable)
Batik Painting Workshop [$65/pax] (Currently Unavailable)

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1. Tile Painting Workshop [G]

Participants will create their own hand-painted ceramic tile inspired by either Singapore motifs or Peranakan tile designs. In this 1.5 hour workshop, participants will learn the history of traditional Peranakan tiles and iconic Singapore landmarks – understanding colours, symbols, and architecture to reflect the nation’s cultural identity such as shophouses, the Merlion, tropical flora like orchids, and local patterns— to develop their own unique tile design.

With individual guidance throughout by our instructors, each participant will complete a beautifully painted tile to take home

Prices

Retail: $48

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 1 Sep 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Monday:
11am-1pm | 2:30pm-4:30pm | 5pm-7pm

Wednesday:
11am-1pm | 2:30pm-4:30pm

Thursday:
1pm-3pm | 3:30pm-5:30pm

Friday:
11am-1pm | 2:30pm-4:30pm | 5pm-7pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2H per session
Ticket: singular ticket

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2. Urban Sketching Workshop - Multiple Locations [G]

Discover Singapore’s cityscape through art in our immersive Urban Landscape Sketching City Tour – Perfect for beginners to advanced learners. This 2-hour workshop is guided by professional art instructors, participants will explore and learn about the history iconic locations such as CHIJMES, Marina Bay Sands, Chinatown, and Gardens by the Bay. Thereafter, they will learn the basic skillset of observation, perspective and line drawing using using pencils, pens, and watercolour techniques. Each participant will complete a sketch to take home as a unique souvenir.

Prices

Retail: $60

Event Date

Meeting Point: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)
Location: Fort Canning Park

Start: 1 Sep 2025
End: 31 Dec 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Saturday, 15 August 2026:
9am-11am

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h per session
Maximum size: 15 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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3. Colourful Expressions - Abstraction & Texture Workshop [G]

This therapeutic 2-hour acrylic and mixed media painting workshop allows you to freely explore the endless possibilities of self-expression through colour, texture, and movement. This highly therapeutic workshop allows you to create bold works that evokes emotions and perception. Thereafter, you will leave feeling calm and a work to take home.

Prices

Retail: $75

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 1 Sep 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *subject to change

Schedule:
Monday:
5pm-7pm | 7:30pm-9:30pm

Wednesday:
1:30pm-3:30pm

Thursday:
1pm-3pm | 3:30pm-5:30pm

Friday:
7:30pm-9:30pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2H per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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4. Caricature Drawing Workshop [G]

This 2-hour caricature drawing workshop is a highly engaging workshop. This workshop is perfect for art enthusiast and those looking for a fun and interactive experience. With guidance, participants can create humorous self-portraits or portraits of family or friends as they learn the fundamentals of caricature drawing— from observing and depicting facial features, exaggerating proportions, capturing individual characteristics, and applying expressive linework to bring each piece to life to take home.

Prices

Retail: $60

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 13 Nov 2025
End: 31 Dec 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Monday:
7:30pm-9:30pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h per session
Maximum size: 6 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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5. Introduction to Digital Art Workshop [G]

Explore the world of digital drawing and painting in this 2 hour 15 mins workshop designed for all ages* (7YO and up)! Whether you’re new to digital art or looking to sharpen your skills, this session introduces participants to the essentials of still life composition, sketching, and digital painting using tools such as Procreate (iPad) or drawing tablets.

Prices

Retail: $90

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: Sep 1 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: * no sessions on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Monday:
3:30pm-5:45pm

Thursday:
1pm-3:15pm

Duration: * 2h 15 mins per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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6. An Introduction To Chinese Ink Painting Workshop - Tropical Fruits & The Nanyang School [G]

Take a peek into the Nanyang School of art and gain an understanding on how our pioneer artists came to Singapore and developed a unique Nanyang style of Chinese paintings. This is a workshop which introduces Chinese ink painting through teaching learners how to paint and compose tropical fruits, which is one of the most characteristic subject depicted by artists such as Georgette Chen, Liu Kang, Chen Chong Swee. Create and take home your very own Chinese ink painting fruit painting.

Prices

Retail: $58

Event Date

Location: VAC Art Gallery & Studio – Chinatown (20B Mosque Street, S059500)

Start: 17 Oct 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Wednesday:
2pm-4:15pm

Friday:
2pm-4:15pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h 15min per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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7. Chinese Calligraphy Writing Workshop [G]

Experience the beauty of Chinese calligraphy in this 2-hour 15-minute workshop designed for beginners. Begin with an introduction to its rich history and cultural significance, followed by a hands-on session exploring the “Four Treasures of the Study” — brush, ink, paper, and ink stone. Learn proper brush handling, posture, and practise basic strokes in the Kai script (楷书), including writing your own name. The session concludes with a personal artwork — a meaningful phrase or couplet — showcasing your new skills. This workshop offers a thoughtful and artistic introduction to calligraphy as both a cultural tradition and expressive art form.

Prices

Retail: $55

Event Date

Location: VAC Art Gallery & Studio – Chinatown (20B Mosque Street, S059500)

Start: 21 Sept 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Wednesday:
2pm-4:15pm

Friday:
2pm-4:15pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h15mins per session
Maximum size: 20 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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8. The Art of Anatomy Workshop [M18]

This is an introductory workshop for adults keen to learn anatomical drawing and to begin a practise in life drawing. Suitable for those who have attended life drawing studies as well as for those who are complete beginners. The workshop seeks to introduce and coach learners on anatomy drawing and sketching skills and tips for anatomy drawing. There will be learning materials including anatomy realism sketches, high resolution photographs (with no nudity), and a live demonstration by our instructor with simple step by step tips in guiding learners to render their drawings.

Prices

Retail: $90

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 17 Sep 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Thursday, 30 July 2026 | 20 August 2026:
7:30pm-9:30pm

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h 30 mins
Maximum size: 10 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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9. Still life Drawing and Sketching Workshop [G]

This is a one session introduction to still life drawing and sketching. Learners will learn tonal drawing and sketching, and complete a still life drawing work with the skills and techniques of realism tonal drawing and sketching. Learners are guided as a group, as well as individually coached, so they are able to receive direct tips and guidance on their artwork from the professional art instructor. All art materials are provided (for all art workshops at VAC).

Prices

Retail: $50

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 1 Sep 2025
End: 31 Aug 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Monday:
11am-1pm | 5pm-7pm

Wednesday:
11am-1pm | 1:30pm-3:30pm | 5pm-7pm

Thursday:
1pm-3pm | 3:30pm-5:30pm

Friday:
11am-1pm | 5pm-7pm

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h 15 mins per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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10. Couplet Writing Workshop [G]

Experience the beauty of Chinese calligraphy in this 2-hour 15-minute workshop designed for beginners. Begin with an introduction to its rich history and cultural significance, followed by a hands-on session exploring the “Four Treasures of the Study” — brush, ink, paper, and ink stone. Learn proper brush handling, posture, and practise basic strokes in the Kai script (楷书), including writing your own name. The session concludes with a personal artwork — a meaningful phrase or couplet — showcasing your new skills. for you to take home. This workshop offers a thoughtful and artistic introduction to calligraphy as both a cultural tradition and expressive art form.

Prices

Retail: $68

Event Date

Location: VAC Art Gallery & Studio – Chinatown (20B Mosque Street, S059500)

Start: 7 Jan 2026
End: 31 Jul 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Wednesday:
2pm-4:15pm

Friday:
2pm-4:15pm

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h 15 mins per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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11. Batik Tote Bag Workshop [G]

Celebrate Hari Raya Puasa with a creative Batik Tote Bag Workshop! Learn traditional wax-resist techniques to design your own festive tote using vibrant motifs and colours. Perfect as a personalised gift or stylish accessory for the season. Beginner-friendly, relaxing, and meaningful—come create a beautiful Batik piece for Raya!

Prices

Retail: $90

Event Date

Location: Visual Arts Centre – Dhoby Ghaut (10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S238469)

Start: 1 March 2026
End: 1/4/2027
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Friday:
8pm-9pm

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h mins per session
Maximum size: 25 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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12. Mid-Autumn Festival Learning Painting Workshop

Experience the beauty of Chinese calligraphy in this 2-hour 15-minute workshop designed for beginners. Begin with an introduction to its rich history and cultural significance, followed by a hands-on session exploring the “Four Treasures of the Study” — brush, ink, paper, and ink stone. Learn proper brush handling, posture, and practise basic strokes in the Kai script (楷书), including writing your own name. The session concludes with a personal artwork — a meaningful phrase or couplet — showcasing your new skills. for you to take home. This workshop offers a thoughtful and artistic introduction to calligraphy as both a cultural tradition and expressive art form.

Prices

Retail: $70

Event Date

Location: VAC Art Gallery & Studio – Chinatown (20B Mosque Street, S059500)

Start: 7 Jan 2026
End: 1/10/2027
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Schedule:
Thursday
6.30 pm- 8 pm (6pax)

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h 15 mins per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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Past SG Culture Pass Art Activities & Programmes

1. Acrylic Landscape Painting Art Workshop For Beginners

Acrylic Landscape Painting Workshop- suitable for beginners, free and relaxed to wield brushes and scrapers on the canvas to paint freely and freely, it is an amazing experience. The works can be taken home for decoration.

Prices

Retail: $60

Nature: recurring

Duration:
* 2h 15 mins per session
Ticket: singular tickets

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2. Botanical Watercolour Painting For Beginners

Capture the beauty of plants through art with our botanical watercolour artcard painting workshop! Perfect for beginners and creative enthusiasts, this workshop introduces participants to the basics of watercolour techniques and botanical composition. Learn how to paint floral elements such as flower petals, leaves and intricate floral arrangements, and create a personalized artcard to gift or for your own keepsake. With step-by-step guidance, participants will get to complete their own beautifully hand-painted card. All art materials are provided, including a premium watercolour artcard, high-quality paints and brushes.

Prices

Retail: $60

Event Date

Start: 4 March 2026
End: 4 June 2026
Remark: *no session on Public Holidays

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h mins per session
Maximum size: 10 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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3. Sculpture Making of Figurines Workshop

Discover the art of sculpture in this 2.5-hour hands-on workshop, perfect for beginners. Participants will learn to sculpt their own animal figurine using oil-based clay — a versatile medium known for its smooth texture and ease of use. The workshop begins with an introduction to sculpting tools, materials, and processes, followed by warm-up exercises and guided practice of key techniques. Participants will then design, sculpt, and paint their own figurine, which they can bring home at the end of the session.

Prices

Retail: $70

Duration: * 2h 30mins per session

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h 30 mins per session
Maximum size: 20 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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4. Marquage Leather Painting Workshop

Marquage is a painting technique that allows you to create lasting personalisation for personal items like wallets, handbags, and sneakers. Whether made of PVC or genuine leather, marquage painting creates a unique, lasting design. In this hands-on 2 hour workshop, you’ll learn the basics of marquage painting and paint on personally personalised items like gift tags, creating a truly special gift for yourself or for friends and family.

Each two-hour workshop focuses on one of three rotating themes, with new classes launching monthly. Join us as we explore this unique art form and take home your own personalized creation.

Prices

Retail: $80

Duration: * 2h per session Ticket: singular tickets

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5. The Drawing Basics - Interior Spaces and Perspective [G]

This workshop introduces learners to the basics of interior and perspective drawings. Suitable for those interested in interior or perspective drawings such as those in interior design, urban sketchers, or anyone with an interest in interior landscape drawing.

Prices

Retail: $80

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2H 15mins per session
Maximum size: 8 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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6. Batik Painting Workshop

In this two-hour Batik Painting Workshop, participants will learn the history & evolution, techniques and explore batik art patterns.

Participants will be guided to draw inspiration from various Singapore elements — including traditional kampong houses, coconut trees, and modern landmarks such as the Merlion, Marina Bay Sands, and HDB flats. Every particpant will bring home their very own Batik Painting.

Prices

Retail: $65

Nature: recurring

Duration: * 2h per session Ticket: singular tickets

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7. Art Appreciation Talk - Singapore Pioneer Artists And Their Influences [G]

This 100-minute art appreciation talk offers an insightful introduction to Singapore’s pioneer artists and their lasting impact on the nation’s visual arts scene. Focusing on key figures from the Nanyang School and Shanghai-trained Chinese ink painters, the session explores how their diverse backgrounds, cultural influences, and artistic experimentation shaped unique styles and laid the foundation for Singapore’s contemporary art landscape. Artists such as Chen Wen Hsi, Cheong Soo Pieng, Liu Kang, Georgette Chen, Fan Chang Tien, and others will be highlighted. Through comparisons of artistic styles and movements, participants will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Singapore’s rich art heritage.

Prices

Retail: $35

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h per session
Maximum size: 50 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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8. Life In An AI-Era - Art Exhibition With Programmes

Life in an AI Era is an exciting exhibition showcasing 60 artworks by young artists aged 8–16, each exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on our lives and society. Through creative expression, these budding talents offer fresh perspectives on the future shaped by technology. Alongside the exhibition, visitors can enjoy interactive workshops and hands-on activities suitable for all ages — a perfect family-friendly experience. Goodie bags will also be available for all participants, making the visit even more memorable. Come and be inspired by the imagination and curiosity of the next generation!

Prices

Retail: $15

Nature: recurring

Duration:* 2h per session
Maximum size: 100 pax
Ticket: singular tickets

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Redeem your SG Culture Pass with us! & bring along your family, friends to embark on interesting art workshops & art programmes!

Our Location

Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio

Address:

10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green,
Singapore (238469)

Exit from Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station Exit B and turn left, we are there in 30m!

VAC Chinatown Art Gallery & Studio

Address:

20B Mosque Street, Singapore (059500)
*2 minutes walk from Chinatown MRT Station Exit A

Take a left turn upon exiting the Chinatown MRT Station Exit A (Pagoda Street). Turn right to go to Mosque Street. Finally, walk towards 20B, we’re on the 3rd floor of the shophouse.

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Registration & Fees

Art courses are offered at both Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio and Chinatown Art Studio. Please choose the studio that best suits you.

You will receive a certificate of completion if you complete the 96 art courses or 48 private lessons and 10 one-on-one private lessons.

Acrylic Landscape Painting Art Workshop For Beginners

$60

Location Visual Arts Centre

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Only valid on workshop date and schedule stated.

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How to Redeem your SG Culture Pass Credits

Step 1 - Access your credits

Step 2 - Select an event

Step 3 - Apply your credits

Step 4 - Complete your payment

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1. Tile Painting Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

2. Urban Sketching Workshop - Multiple Locations [G]

Prices

Event Date

3. Colourful Expressions - Abstraction & Texture Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

4. Caricature Drawing Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

5. Introduction to Digital Art Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

6. An Introduction To Chinese Ink Painting Workshop - Tropical Fruits & The Nanyang School [G]

Prices

Event Date

7. Chinese Calligraphy Writing Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

8. The Art of Anatomy Workshop [M18]

Prices

Event Date

9. Still life Drawing and Sketching Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

10. Couplet Writing Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

11. Batik Tote Bag Workshop [G]

Prices

Event Date

12. Mid-Autumn Festival Learning Painting Workshop

Prices

Event Date

Past SG Culture Pass Art Activities & Programmes

1. Acrylic Landscape Painting Art Workshop For Beginners

Prices

2. Botanical Watercolour Painting For Beginners

Prices

Event Date

3. Sculpture Making of Figurines Workshop

Prices

4. Marquage Leather Painting Workshop

Prices

5. The Drawing Basics - Interior Spaces and Perspective [G]

Prices

6. Batik Painting Workshop

Prices

7. Art Appreciation Talk - Singapore Pioneer Artists And Their Influences [G]

Prices

8. Life In An AI-Era - Art Exhibition With Programmes

Prices

Redeem your SG Culture Pass with us! & bring along your family, friends to embark on interesting art workshops & art programmes!

Our Location

Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio

VAC Chinatown Art Gallery & Studio

INTERESTED?

Join us and Book for an Art Course / Art Class

Raving Reviews From Our Students

Registration & Fees

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General Enquiries

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