Kumari Nahappan

[SCIENCE]
Art Science: Creating my own “Formula”

22 AUG   |   5.00 – 8.00PM

Minimum Age: 7 years old

Workshop (Bonding class with one parent maximum)

Join us for a special workshop led by artist Kumari Nahappan on the science in art, focusing on exploring, experimentation, and expressing in art. This session invites youth and their parents to dive into the world of natural ingredients and pigmentation.

Experiment together to create unique palettes and beautiful art pieces. This is a wonderful opportunity for family bonding while discovering the fascinating process of creating art.

What to Expect

• ⁠An introduction to the principles of natural pigmentation and its application in art.
• ⁠Hands-on experimentation with various natural ingredients to create unique colour palettes.
• ⁠Guidance from artist Kumari Nahappan, drawing from her extensive experience in blending art with natural elements.
• An inspiring environment that encourages family creativity and exploration.

Artist bio

Kumari Nahappan, a renowned Singaporean contemporary artist, composes painting, sculpture, and installation in her interdisciplinary works. Her artistic practice is rooted in her cultural heritage, showcasing natural motifs like seeds, spices and fruits. Some of her recurring subjects include chilli peppers, nutmegs, and saga seeds, which she uses as metaphors for “containers of energy”. Notable public pieces include Nutmeg at ION Orchard and Pedas-Pedas at the National Museum Singapore. Nahappan focuses on environmental advocacy, with projects like Wings of Change at the Light to Night Festival 2024 and fosters creativity through educational outreach programs. She has received accolades like the Artist of the Year at the 15th Shanghai Art Fair.