For the past two decades, INSTINC has played a crucial role in shaping Singapore’s contemporary art scene, providing a vital platform for experimental and collaborative practices. By fostering interdisciplinary approaches, artist residencies, and community engagement, INSTINC has cultivated a vibrant and diverse artistic community, driving cultural exchange and innovation.
To mark its 20th anniversary, the exhibition “lub-dub, lub-dub” takes inspiration from the steady rhythm of the heartbeat, a powerful metaphor for life’s complexities—creation and destruction, love and conflict, inspiration and frustration. This cyclical rhythm echoes the tension that drives both existence and the creative process, where progress emerges through moments of struggle and breakthrough.
Beyond its biological function, the heartbeat symbolizes the emotional and psychological forces propelling human creativity. It reflects the evolving nature of contemporary art, where various perspectives and mediums converge, creating a shared experience between artist and viewer. As INSTINC celebrates its milestone, “lub-dub, lub-dub” is both a reflection on the past and a meditation on the enduring power of art to shape human experience and foster connection across communities.
Dates: 19 – 27 October and 7 – 22 November 2022
Venue: Instinc, 39 Keppel Rd, #03-10 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065
Hours: Wednesday – Friday 1pm-7pm. Saturday – Sunday 1pm-6pm
When: 19 Oct - 22 Nov 2024,
By: INSTINC
