“Seasons Without Snow: Singapore’s Petrichor” explores the ever-changing landscape of Singapore, capturing the everyday stories that define the city. In his second solo show in Singapore, Arora presents a body of work that highlights diverse, often overlooked moments, where change is constant, yet certain elements remain timeless.
Through his distinctive monochrome palette and use of latex-wrapped figures, Arora’s paintings explore the dualities of modern life—contrast between tradition and modernity, presence and absence. His abstract, faceless figures embody the hidden narratives of Singapore, drawing attention to the quiet, everyday rituals that shape the city.
The series delves into the underlying layers of urban life, reflecting on how people navigate societal roles and masks, whether at work, in personal interactions, or within their identities. The stark black and white tones underscore the balance between transition and permanence in the city’s evolving identity.
“Seasons Without Snow: Singapore’s Petrichor” is a visual exploration of the fluidity of time and the cycles of transformation that shape life in Singapore, while celebrating the enduring elements that remain constant, much like the timeless essence of petrichor—the refreshing scent of rain after a dry spell.
Artist Talk: 17 May 2025, 3pm – 4pm
Venue: INSTINC Space, 39 Keppel Rd, #03-10 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065
When: 17 - 24 May 2025,
By: INSTINC
