Artsplaining ft. Adrian Loo & Curator Clarissa Chikiamco
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A casual platform for art advocacy, Artsplaining introduces and fosters art appreciation by engaging individuals from various industries and backgrounds who may not have direct ties to the arts, thus establishing relatability and connections between the arts and non-arts worlds.
Through thoughtful conversations and witty interpretations, our featured guests reflect on how the works in the Gallery relate to different industries and non-art spheres. Equal parts offbeat and accessible, this programme is perfect for anyone keen to discover more about the visual arts!
Artsplaining: A Crow-d of Art
What’s your impression of crows? Join curator Clarissa Chikiamco and wildlife expert Dr Adrian Loo as they explore the Southeast Asia Gallery through the captivating world of wildlife, focusing especially on crows. Explore their symbolic meaning in Charlie Co’s Steel Life and unravel the profound connection between art and nature. Witness how these creatures inspire artistic expressions, and how they are among the most misunderstood animals in society.
Previously Wildlife Conservationist at the National Parks Board (NParks), Dr Adrian Loo continues to help with wildlife forensics today. He is the mentor for the CITES Global Youth Network, and lectures part-time in NUS on Environmental Science.
Clarissa Chikiamco is Curator at National Gallery Singapore and a PhD candidate at King’s College London. She recently co-curated See Me, See You: Early Video Installation of Southeast Asia.
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