ARTS FOR GOOD is a unique collaboration between NTU Arts Festival (NAF) and Student Community Engagement, Student Affairs Office, that aims to marry the beauty of creative expression and doing good for the community. In collaboration with several social entrepreneurs and student bodies, NAF 2021 strives to raise awareness of serious societal issues like mental health and at the same time, bring you closer to communities in need through the arts. NAF is a special project dedicated to promoting artistic expression and fostering a culture of appreciation for different forms of arts.
Express yourself artfully through our immersive exhibitions such as the Kaleidoscope Installation and the Flower Wall. Relax and enjoy watching an Interactive Movie by Wee Kim Wee Paparazzi, nine specially curated Odyssee Documentaries or even live performances by our talented community! Want more? Come and join our Photography Contest to win film cameras and take part in our Lucky Draw to win a yacht trip!
Learn new skills like flower arrangement, hip hop, silkscreen printing and maybe even discover hidden talents at our hands-on workshops! All NAF workshops are free with a ‘Pay-as-you-wish’ element, where participants can decide on the amount of money they would like to pay at the end of these workshops. (All workshops conducted by NIE are also free but do not have a Pay-as-you-wish element.)
This year, we will also be collaborating closely with CAC Arts From The Heart (AFTH) to raise funds for our beneficiaries, the Singapore Cancer Society and the Singapore Association for Mental Health.
The arts has the power to transform, illuminate, educate, inspire and innovate. It can represent cultures (e.g. aboriginal art, batik etc.), bring people together and even heal. Let us celebrate the joyous nature of the arts, and ignite your passion for different art forms through free and diverse expressions of creativity. Join ARTS FOR GOOD and unearth your creativity within while giving back to the community!
PRELUDE
(1) NAF Filter Challenge
4 – 26 February 2021
Using our NAF Instagram Filter, draw a randomly assigned image with your nose and post in on your Instagram Stories. For every challenge completed, we will pledge a small donation to our beneficiaries. Post it and share it with nosey friends to accumulate more donations.
Easy, simple and most importantly, meaningful!
(2) Publicity Booths
8 – 11 February 2021 and 17 – 19 February 2021
Linkway near Coffee Bean @ North-South Spine
Come and visit us to collect your very own Do-It-Yourself (DIY) art kit!
Do your part for the environment by collecting a DIY tote bag kit from us or impress your friends with your own piece of shrink art by collecting a DIY shrink art kit.
Create your own little piece of art and share it with us on instagram
to stand a chance to win attractive prizes!
(3) Design For Good Exhibition
18 – 29 February 2021
Skydeck @ North Spine
See how art is driving solutions for today’s design problems.
Marvel at the creativity and innovation of our ADM students and be amazed by their ability to incorporate art into design solutions that can better society.
Be inspired by how art can coexist with design and embark on your own art journey.
EXHIBITIONS AND CONTESTS
(1) Moments 2021 (Photography Contest)
8 February – 10 March 2021
Online (http://naf.sg/)
Moments 2021 invites participants from all walks of life
to express themselves through photography.
You don’t have to be an expert to take part,
as long as you have the creativity and individuality to express yourself!
All you have to do is submit a photo representing what ‘Midsummer Medley’ means to you
and stand a chance to win attractive prizes!
Through this contest, we hope to encourage people to pick up a new hobby,
explore their interests or just have a good time!
(2) Interactive Movie
8 February – 26 March 2021
Online (http://naf.sg/)
If you enjoyed the Bandersnatch episode on Black Mirror, or if you want to
choose your own story line for the movie you are watching then you are in for a treat!
Titled “The Truth About Keeping Secrets Clean”, this interactive movie by Wee Kim Wee Paparazzi
explores topics close to heart: popularity, romance and friendship.
Join us and experience the consequences of your very choices!
Watch the film trailer here.
(3) Odyssee Documentaries
8 February – 26 March 2021
Online (http://naf.sg/)
Come and watch a collection of nine documentaries made by our very own students
from Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information for their module ODYSSEE.
Exploring various topics, each documentary tells a unique story about heritage, culture and people.
Through these meaningful short films, you will gain tremendous insight
about different aspects of life and hopefully be encouraged to go out on your very own adventure.
(4) Kaleidoscope Installation
8 – 25 March 2021
Linkway near Coffee Bean @ North-South Spine | HSS Foyer |
MyStage (Outside SAC) @ North Spine | Skydeck @ North Spine
If you are looking for an Instagram-worthy place in NTU,
the Kaleidoscope Installation is just the perfect spot!
Pieced together by mirrors and a decorated spinning wheel,
this life-sized Kaleidoscope allows you to stand between the mirrors and the spinning wheel
so you can capture your experience of being in a Kaleidoscope!
But that’s not all – the Kaleidoscope Installation also allows you to see the different sides,
and maybe even the hidden sides, of yourself!
(5) Flower Wall
8 – 25 March 2021
North Spine Plaza (previous STA Travel storefront)
The Flower Wall is a huge colour by number artwork
for the NTU community to collectively complete.
It also lets visitors spread joy and encouragement to others
by letting visitors write positive messages, or draw cute sketches.
This exhibition promotes unity through diversity,
as the end product is an artwork created by
the many different visitors who come from diverse backgrounds.
WORKSHOPS
(1) Contemporary Dance
8 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
During this workshop, conducted by NTU CAC Contemp{minated},
you will learn basic movements and elements of contemporary dance,
before combining them to create a short movement set.
Besides learning new moves, we hope that you will gain greater awareness
and understanding of your own body, and realise that anyone can dance.
Keep an open mind, and join us for some fun!
(2) Cute Polymer Clay Badge Making
9 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm
The Arc
This workshop, conducted by NTU Nanyang Arts Ensemble,
aims to introduce the art of polymer clay.
Polymer clay in its initial form is soft and moldable and
can be baked so that it hardens and permanently takes the shape that you desire.
In this workshop, you will get to design your own mini badges out of polymer clay
and use your imagination to come up with any design you want!
(3) Popping and Locking
9 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
NTU CAC Soul Funky Pop & Lock Club (SF) is a dance club
focusing primarily on the genres of Popping and Locking,
with the ultimate goal of preserving funk culture in NTU.
It has a strong beginner-friendly environment,
making it a great place for students to start their dance journey.
Come and join this workshop conducted by SF to pick up some popping and locking basics,
learn a short choreography and join the exciting and vibrant funk scene.
(4) MJ Dance
10 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
NTU MJ Hip Hop Dance Club (MJ) is one of the few pioneer dance societies in Singapore.
The club’s name originated from their previous direction of Modern Jazz.
Over the years and evolution of their members,
they have come to adopt Hip Hop as their primary genre of dance.
Through this workshop conducted by MJ, you will learn choreography
that will offer a glimpse into what MJ does and one of the many dance styles they explore.
(5) Ceremics
11 March 2021, 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Ceremic Studio (NIE3-B2-03)
We have all had our experiences playing with playdough,
but here’s a chance to make a permanent art-piece.
The two-hour workshop will allow you to learn the basics of hand-building pottery,
by rolling slabs of clay on a textured surface to create patterns and make a cup.
The cup will be fired and glazed by professionals
and will be ready for collection 3 to 4 weeks after the workshop.
(6) What Is Jazz?
11 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Zoom
NTU CAC Jazz and Blues was officially formed in 2005 by a group of like-minded musicians
who wanted to explore their love for jazz and its sibling genres.
The club provides opportunities for members to explore their musicality and style
through regular practices, jam sessions, workshops, gigs, and annual concerts.
For this year’s workshop, Jazz and Blues will be sharing a brief introduction into jazz
and some quick vocal exercises to give you a taste of jazz.
(7) Jive & Samba Night
11 March 2021, 7.30 pm – 10.00 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
NTU CAC DanceSport Academy is a Latin Ballroom Club focusing on 5 different dance types.
From the romantic Rumba, sassy Cha Cha Cha, rhythmic Samba,
energetic Jive to the strong Paso Doble,
each genre comes from a unique background and allows dancers to embrace different emotions.
Join DanceSport Academy in exploring this interesting and uninhibited form of dance.
Push yourself to try something new, and who knows?
You may even discover something extraordinary about yourself.
(8) Painting with Watercolour
12 March 2021, 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm
Drawing Studio (NIE3-B2-01)
This workshop will focus on basic watercolour techniques.
Students will get to paint something from nature,
and through the exercise identify some interesting nuances
about perception and colour using watercolour.
After you are equipped with these new skills and knowledge,
you’ll be free to create your own unique starry galaxy landscapes!
(9) Batik Workshop
12 March 2021, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Fabric Art Studio (NIE3-B1-10)
Batik is a technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to whole cloth, or cloth made using this technique.
In this workshop, you will be introduced to the process of Batik painting,
learn to use traditional tools such as the ‘tjanting’ to create Batik pieces
with wax-resist dyeing technique
and bring home a 50 x 43cm Batik artwork at the end of the session.
(10) Painting with Acrylic
12 March 2021, 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Drawing Studio (NIE3-B2-01)
If you want to experiment with rich colours and a thicker medium,
maybe this acrylic painting workshop is what you’re looking for!
In this workshop, you will get to paint something from nature,
and through the exercise, identify some interesting nuances about perception and colour.
If you want to learn some basic painting practices, this is the perfect starting point for you!
(11) Silkscreen Printing
15 March 2021, 11.30 am – 1.30 pm
Printmaking Studio (NIE3-B1-10)
This workshop will introduce you to screen-printing techniques through guidance,
and gain an understanding of printmaking materials and processes for art-making.
You will also learn some issues in contemporary art
through familiarity with contemporary examples.
At the end of the workshop, you will get to express your creativity
by designing a tote bag using the screen-printing techniques acquired.
(12) Orchestra 101
15 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
The Arc
Star Wars, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings.
The music to these movies were created for and performed by
a curated group of musicians known as a Symphony Orchestra.
The Symphony Orchestra is home to four main families
– String, Brass, Woodwind, and Percussion –
and each of them plays a unique and crucial role.
Join NTU Symphony Orchestra as they debunk some orchestra myths (and memes),
look into what makes different film music unique, and learn more about music-making!
(13) A Capella
16 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Zoom
NTU Harmonix started out in 2015 as a small gathering of people
in one of the hall’s recreational rooms.
They felt like there was a gap in the acapella scene in NTU
and came together in hopes of filling this void.
Fast forward to 5 years later, Harmonix is now a vibrant and thriving club
filled with talented and enthusiastic musicians
who love nothing more than making music with their own voices.
Come join NTU Harmonix in this workshop
and understand the basics of acapella singing and performance.
(14) Printmaking
17 March 2021, 11.30 am – 1.30 pm
Printmaking Studio (NIE3-B1-10)
Printmaking is an age-old technique combining both 2D and 3D art.
Although you might think that every print will look the same,
that is far from true; every piece will have its unique charm.
This workshop introduces methods for making unique, one-off prints called monotypes.
You will get to explore the endless possibilities
for creating imagery, patterns, and rich, layered compositions.
This technique allows opportunities for experimentation
to learn more about different forms of printmaking.
(15) Flower Folks
17 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
HSS Foyer
Join us for Flower Folks, a 2-hour flower arrangement workshop
conducted by one of our own students, to learn how to make flower bouquets.
For this workshop, you will be using artificial flowers to arrange 2 flower bouquets.
These bouquets will then be donated to the residents at the NTUC Nursing Home,
more specifically, to the bedridden residents across different wards.
Each small bouquet will be hung above a resident’s bed,
to bring cheer and vibrancy to both their days and the living space.
(16) Introduction to Wushu
18 & 25 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 10.00 pm
Nanyang House (New Annex Foyer)
NTU CAC Wushu engages in a diverse range of traditional Chinese martial art styles.
Their members get the opportunity to practise fist forms
such as Eagle Claw, Mantis Fist and Southern Fist
as well as weapon routines such as Double Broadsword, Spear and Nine-Sectioned Chain Whip.
At this workshop, you will have the chance
to try out various weapons and learn the basics of Wushu.
Not to worry, Wushu is a beginner-friendly martial arts.
Come and join us for a fun night of kicks and jumps!
(17) Lindy Hop
18 March 2021, 7.30 pm – 10.00 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
NTU CAC Lindy Hop is a club that boasts members of different backgrounds,
from experienced to beginner dancers.
Lindy Hop is a retro social dance where
you can meet new friends – accompanied by jazz and blues music pre-1960s!
Despite having specific moves, social dancing leads to
improvisational styles – so find your own style!
Come down to learn the different variations
of the 1920s Charleston and get your Lindy shoes on!
(18) Handmade Jewellery
19 & 26 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm
The Arc
When COVID-19 happened and circuit breaker hit,
Yu Zhe decided that it was finally time
he translated the knowledge he possessed by watching others
make jewellery from YouTube videos by actually making them on his own.
In the world of handmade jewellery, there is always something for everyone.
By crafting jewellery on your own, you get to decide your style
and what you ultimately decide to wear.
In this workshop, you will get to create your very own geometric earrings
and a simple yet stylish bracelet chain.
Through this workshop, you will also acquire fundamental jewellery making skills.
Come and be captivated by the world of handmade jewellery.
(19) Rhythm Beat
22 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Band Room (NIE3-01-05)
Explore the possibilities in a world of rhythm.
This percussion workshop allows you to learn basic reading of notes
and simple percussion techniques using a snare drum and drumsticks.
If you are keen on exploring and experiencing percussion playing
and developing skills in ensemble play, this is the workshop for you!
(20) K-Pop Dance
24 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm
Athena Study Room (near Lee Wee Nam Library)
K-pop Dance Programme (KDP) is a dance programme under NTU Korean Cultural
where beginners and performers both enjoy learning
a different choreography every week from the dance captains.
KDP also releases dance covers on a weekly basis on their Youtube Channel (ntukdp),
accumulating over 25,000 subscribers,
and holds an annual concert to showcase members’ talents and hard work.
Join this workshop for a fun-filled evening learning about the latest K-pop dance craze!
(21) Basic Sewing with Operation Hope
25 March 2021, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
The Arc
WSC RSP (Operation Hope) has been hand-sewing and designing bears for beneficiaries since 2019.
Members learn how to do basic hand-stitching as well as machine sewing, in order to complete the bears.
These bears are then donated to service users, who are mostly children diagnosed with chronic illnesses.
Through this 2-hour workshop, WSC RSP (Operation Hope) hopes to impart basic sewing skills
by teaching you how to sew basic stitches and create a pouch of your own!
ART-VERSE
(1) Online Marketplace
8 February – 23 March 2021
Online (http://naf.sg/)
The online marketplace provides a platform for small businesses
run by NTU students and a few external vendors to share their creations with you.
Look forward to purchasing specially designed face masks,
clay earrings, bracelets and many other works of art!
In addition to 10% of all proceeds going to our beneficiaries,
you can also join our Lucky Draw when you purchase items on our Online Marketplace!
It’s a win-win!
(2) Art-verse Livestream
25 March 2021, 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Online (http://naf.sg/)
Come and unwind after your long day of school with us!
Tune in to our livestream to enjoy an exciting line-up of performances
by our very own NTU students.
Be inspired and awed as you witness the talent and flair of multiple performing clubs.
Look forward to tons of performances, games and a chance to win our exciting Lucky Draw prizes.
Join us for a vibrant night filled with music and dancing from the comforts of your own home!