National Art Gallery and Ministry of Education Partner for Inaugural Singapore Youth Festival Art and Craft Exhibition

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The National Art Gallery, Singapore and the Ministry of Education (MOE) have partnered to co-organise the 2010 Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Art and Craft exhibition. This inaugural collaboration features 52 specially selected artworks by 73 students from 48 schools across the island. The exhibition, held at the Singapore Art Museum, provides an opportunity for students to display their artistic potential in a museum environment. The exhibition, which runs from July 23 to August 22, 2010, is themed "Torch of Friendship" and showcases works by students aged 13 to 20.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Art Gallery and MOE are partnering to co-organise the 2010 SYF Art and Craft exhibition, featuring 52 artworks by 73 students from 48 schools.
  • The exhibition provides an opportunity for students to display their artistic potential in a museum environment and is themed "Torch of Friendship".
  • The exhibition showcases works by students aged 13 to 20 and is part of the SYF's calendar of events, a national school activity that provides opportunities for students to showcase their artistic talents.
  • The exhibition also promotes art education and provides critical insights into how students in Singapore portray themselves and relate to the world at large.
  • The National Art Gallery is launching new art education initiatives, including a Student Art Ambassador program and a formal Art Management (Curating) Training Workshop.
  • The Gallery and MOE have jointly designed resources for teachers, including workshops and a resource pack to facilitate teacher-led museum tours for primary and secondary school teachers.

Statistics:

  • 73 students from 48 schools have been selected to participate in the exhibition.
  • 52 artworks will be displayed at the Singapore Art Museum from July 23 to August 22, 2010.
  • The exhibited artworks showcase the artistic talents of students aged 13 to 20 from secondary schools, junior colleges, and a centralised institute.
  • The National Art Gallery and MOE are committed to enhancing the level of art teaching and learning in schools through their programs and resources.

Sources:

  • National Heritage Board Website: news.gov.sg
  • National Art Gallery, Singapore: nationalartgallery.sg
  • Ministry of Education, Singapore: www.moe.gov.sg
  • Singapore Youth Festival: www.singaporeyouthfestival.sg