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INSTINC SOHO
Vision
INSTINC seeks artists/creative individuals whose work is unique, demonstrates clear ideas and a fresh artistic approach, and is relevant to contemporary culture today. INSTINC champions collaborations and welcomes artists /creative individuals who share this passion.
Background
We are proud to be one of the pioneers of the artist-in-residence program in Singapore. INSTINCAIR program was started in 2009 by Singaporean artist Shih Yun Yeo. Since inception, our program has been created for artists who appreciate the importance of a conducive studio for artistic production and a very comfortable, convenient space for living. We are an independent artist-run space, set up for artists to pursue their practice with a high level of support and flexibility.
“INSTINCAIR program is an international laboratory for talented artists from all over the world. From 2009-2019, we have hosted more than 120 international artists.”
2022
Culture and society are being increasingly influenced by digital technologies, especially after the covid pandemic. INSTINC believes in a critical engagement in art and technology. At INSTINC, we provide a unique framework for artists, a space where they are able to engage in various experiments, foster dialogue, involve critical discussion, cultivate professional and personal connections and examine the potentials of contemporary artistic production.
INSTINC SOHO first floor space
INSTINC Collaborative Residency
As INSTINC champions collaboration, we welcome artists, artist duos, collectives or other artistic collaborations working in the fields of digital art or media art to come to INSTINC and collaborate on a new series of works. During the residency, you will be able to experience Singapore Arts culture, with an additional opportunity to meet with Singapore creators.
Typical length of the residency
1-3 months
Outcome of residency
A physical display of the digital works
Artist page on INSTINC’s website, with a video interview
Social media posts (Instagram, facebook and Twitter) about artist and the project
INSTINC SOHO loft space
INSTINC Digital Residency
For artists who have a background in NFT or are keen to explore and learn about NFTs. At the end of the residency, artists will be assisted(if they need) to mint their new body of works into an NFT collection on their chosen platform.
Typical length of the residency
1-3 months
Outcome of residency
A physical display of the digital works
Artist page on INSTINC’s website, with a video interview
Social media posts (Instagram, facebook and Twitter) about artist and the project
Area and living Facilities
View from INSTINC SOHO
SOHO @ Central is the first landmark development in Singapore to integrate the diverse functions of live-work-play and travel within one complex. It is also the first to pioneer the combination of a work-live lifestyle within purpose-built SOHO units. The Central is located above the Clarke Quay MRT station within the Clarke Quay vicinity. It is close to the National Gallery, Singapore Art Museum, The Arts House and many more. Our space has a high ceiling of 4.5m and full-height glass windows with a view of Marina Bay Sands and the full 50meters lap pool. Each SOHO unit comes fitted out with its own kitchen, washing machine and dryer, shower and toilet facilities. There is a shared sky garden, a lap pool, an outdoor jacuzzi and gymnasium.
Equipment facilities
We have two ceiling mount Epson projectors as well as four Samsung 43” TV screens.
Costs of residency
SG$1000(1 week) / SG$3000 (1 month)
Artists who need to apply for grants from their own city can request for a letter from INSTINC.