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Scroll of Essence (Series Singapore)

April 2025 Carbon, Linen Canvas, Pandan, Turmeric, Butterfly Pea Flower, Tomato 2.3m x 10m In this exhibition, I explore the intricate and profound relationship between nature and the everyday lives of Singaporeans through a series of paintings created with pigments I have meticulously ground from natural materials. Each pigment carries the essence of Singapore’s ecological and cultural identity, sourced from materials that are deeply intertwined with the cultural history, environment, and way of life. Singapore, a city-state often celebrated for its modernity, is also a place where nature and urban life coexist in a delicate balance. From the lush greenery of its parks and reserves to the vibrant hues of its native flora and fauna, the natural world is an integral part of Singaporean identity. By using pigments derived from materials such as soil, leaves, flowers, and other organic elements, I aim to reconnect viewers with the land and its stories, inviting them to

April 2025
Carbon, Linen Canvas, Pandan, Turmeric, Butterfly Pea Flower, Tomato
2.3m x 10m

In this exhibition, I explore the intricate and profound relationship between nature and the
everyday lives of Singaporeans through a series of paintings created with pigments I have
meticulously ground from natural materials. Each pigment carries the essence of
Singapore’s ecological and cultural identity, sourced from materials that are deeply
intertwined with the cultural history, environment, and way of life.
Singapore, a city-state often celebrated for its modernity, is also a place where nature and
urban life coexist in a delicate balance. From the lush greenery of its parks and reserves to
the vibrant hues of its native flora and fauna, the natural world is an integral part of
Singaporean identity. By using pigments derived from materials such as soil, leaves, flowers,
and other organic elements, I aim to reconnect viewers with the land and its stories, inviting
them to