Clay Relief Canvas Painting Workshop: Singapore's Mosaic Playgrounds

CLAY RELIEF CANVAS PAINTING WORKSHOP "Singapore’s Mosaic Playgrounds – A Heritage Journey"

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW Singapore’s iconic mosaic playgrounds, designed in the 1970s-80s by pioneers like Khor Ean Ghee, are more than childhood landmarks—they reflect the nation’s culture and creativity. In this workshop, participants will transform these beloved playgrounds into vibrant clay relief canvas paintings, celebrating how playground design has shaped Singapore’s social and cultural fabric.

WORKSHOP DETAILS

Duration: 3 hours (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM; select slot upon booking)

Venue: THEARTHAUS - #02-09 Katong Square

Class Size: Max 5 participants per session (personalized guidance)

Target Audience

Ages 10 and above (family and intergenerational sessions encouraged)

Singapore residents, heritage enthusiasts, and art lovers

Materials Provided

30cm x 40cm canvas

Air-dry clay, acrylic paint sets (heritage color palette), sculpting tools

Reference guides of classic playground motifs

Protective aprons and work surfaces

WORKSHOP FLOW

Singapore’s Playground Heritage Story: Learn about the mosaic playgrounds’ role in public housing and community building.

Design & Sketching: Choose an existing playground or design a new piece inspired by local culture, with guidance on converting 2D patterns into 3D relief.

Clay Relief Creation: Sculpt clay details to replicate mosaic textures, incorporating local symbols. Intergenerational memory sharing encouraged.

Painting & Detailing: Apply colors and puffy paint to mimic mosaic tiles, adding national or local accents.

Heritage Sharing & Finishing: Share artworks, receive a trail guide, and seal your pieces as urban heritage tributes.

Celebrate Singapore’s vibrant mosaic playgrounds through art and heritage!

Accessibility options: Wheelchair accessible

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