INSTINC20: ‘lub-dub, lub-dub’

Singapore

Opening Reception | 2024 OCT 18, 6PM - 9PM

Curator Talk | 2024 OCT 19, 2PM-3PM

Artist Talks

2024 OCT 19, 3PM-5PM with Artists Valerie Ng, Michael Amter, Tina Yeung, Jake Tan

2024 OCT 26, 3PM-4PM with Artists Andy Yang Soo Kit, Shin-Young Park, Ezzam Rahman

2024 NOV 09, 3PM-4PM with Artists Eunice Lim, Bridget Tay

2024 OCT 19 - 27 & NOV 07 - 22 | Wednesday - Friday ,1PM - 7PM. Saturday - Sunday, 1PM - 6PM.

39 Keppel Rd, #03-10 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065

brief

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.

BIO of Curator

Patrice Chou

Patrice Chou, an interdisciplinary curator, actively engages in international art events, bringing a touch of elegance to each occasion. She earned her Master's Degree in Communication Management from the University of Southern California. In recent years, Patrice has dedicated her focus to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and collaborates seamlessly with professionals across diverse fields on innovative projects.

In 2017, Patrice graced the role of exhibition consultant, lending her artistic expertise to the Taiwan section of the "Eyes On Main Street" Photography Festival in the picturesque Wilson County, North Carolina, USA. The following year, her creative spirit took center stage as she meticulously orchestrated an arts and culture exhibition, artfully woven around the theme of Taiwan's diplomatic allies. Stepping into 2019, Patrice embraced the role of curator for the captivating "Everyman" joint exhibition, showcasing the talents of emerging Taiwanese artists. Her artistic prowess did not go unnoticed, as she earned the privilege of participating in the prestigious Singapore Art Week. Simultaneously, 2019 unveiled an invitation for her to contribute to the global dialogue on climate change at the 25th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP25) through the compelling "RE-Earth" art action project.

Featuring Artists (in alphabetical order)

Singapore

Andy Yang Soo Kit (SG) / Bridget Tay (SG) / Eunice Lim (SG) / Ezzam Rahman (SG) / Jake Tan (SG) / Michael Amter (USA) / Shin-Young Park (NZ) / Tina Yeung (HK) / Valerie Ng (MY) / Yeoh Wee Hwee (SG)