STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery presents Material Moves from 16 August – 5 October 2025, a group exhibition featuring four acclaimed Singaporean artists, Han Sai Por (b. 1943), Goh Beng Kwan (b. 1937), Ong Kim Seng (b. 1945) and Chua Ek Kay (1947 – 2008). Held on occasion of Singapore’s 60th year of independence (SG60), the exhibition celebrates the remarkable contributions of these artists – all of whom are Cultural Medallion recipients – in shaping the country’s art scene throughout their storied careers. Having collectively completed multiple residencies, Material Moves also recognises STPI’s longstanding role in nurturing Singapore’s great artistic talents.
Curated by Adele Tan, Senior Curator at National Gallery Singapore, Material Moves showcases 53 works on paper that depart from the artists’ more familiar practices in sculpture, collage, watercolour and ink respectively. Specially created for this exhibition in collaboration with STPI during their latest residencies in 2024, octogenarians Han, Goh and Ong will present brand new works inspired by their native Singapore but rendered in unexpected contexts. The late Chua’s artistic legacy will be honoured by presenting works from his 2003 and 2007 residencies at STPI, with the latter comprising some of the final pieces he produced before his untimely passing. These fresh directions undertaken by each artist embody the spirit of the SG60 celebrations, as a moment for embracing renewal and welcoming new possibilities.
Venue: STPI, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238236
Hours: Mon – Sat: 10am – 7pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Closed on Public Holidays
When: 16 Aug - 5 Oct 2025,
By: STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery
