Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas abstract painting titled Rythm by Swati Singh
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SWATI SINGH

EXPLORING NATURE’S VIBRANCE THROUGH ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM

ARTIST STATEMENT

Any walk through the parks or reserves in Singapore exposes you to a riot of colors, textures, and forms. The growl of the oriental pied hornbill is interspersed with the ‘uwu’ call of the Asian Koel. The whites and pinks of the rain tree compete with the yellows of the Angsana, each contributing its own unique feature and enhancing the overall experience. My paintings embody the vibrant yet peaceful spirit of Singapore’s tropical landscape, celebrating its rich biodiversity and the calmness it offers amidst the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The greens and blues in the painting evoke lush vegetation and tranquil waters, while the pops of yellow, red, and orange hint at the exotic flowers and fruits. The fluidity and movement within the pieces suggest the constant motion of nature and the bustling life within the rainforest. I aim to capture the balance and harmony, much like nature itself—effortlessly flowing with shapes, sounds, and colors, yet never overwhelming the senses.

BIOGRAPHY

Swati is an abstract expressionist painter whose work is deeply inspired by the tropical landscape of Singapore, where she has lived for over a decade.

Trained at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), Swati has been an active presence in Singapore’s art scene since 2019. Her works have been featured in numerous exhibitions across the city, including prestigious venues such as the Affordable Art Fair, Bank Art Fair, Design Orchard, German Centre, ION Art Gallery, Selegie Arts Centre, and The Arts House. Her art is also held in private collections in India, Singapore, Switzerland, the UK and the USA.

Her journey through motherhood and her natural surroundings defines her artistic expression. She primarily works with acrylic paint and other drawing media like charcoal, graphite, oil pastel on canvas and paper.

To know more about Swati’s work, please visit her Instagram account @artby.swatisingh. You can also contact her at artbyswatisingh@gmail.com if you’re interested in any artwork or commissioning a piece.

Acrylic and oil pastel on linen abstract painting titled Happiness Floats by Swati Singh

HAPPINESS FLOATS

ACRYLIC, OIL PASTEL ON LINEN

132 CM X 122 CM

2024

This artwork captures the essence of finding joy and wonder in the fleeting moments of our everyday experiences. Fluid blue forms contrast beautifully with a rich array of earthy reds and yellows, reminiscent of the diverse hues of an evening sky. It evokes the feeling of happiness found in seeing life through the innocent eyes of a child.

Acrylic, charcoal, collage, oil pastel on canvas abstract painting titled Hear My Dreams by Swati Singh

HEAR MY DREAMS

ACRYLIC, CHARCOAL, COLLAGE, OIL PASTEL ON CANVAS

76 CM X 76 CM

2023

Dreams are fragile. Dreams are fleeting. Dreams are real. Dreams are what keeps us awake during the day. Dreams are what keeps us sleeping through the night. Dreams are the stories we are afraid to tell anyone. Dreams are the stories we want to live someday. Dreams are life! To not dreams is to not live at all. Cheers to all the dreamers out here. 

Acrylic, oil pastel on canvas abstract painting titled Remember The Smell Of Summer Flowers by Swati Singh

REMEMBER THE SMELL OF SUMMER FLOWERS

ACRYLIC, OIL PASTEL ON CANVAS

91 CM X 91 CM

2023

This piece delves into the beauty and delicate nature of both the natural world and human emotions. Soft, gentle forms and hues evoke the splendor of a sun-kissed summer day, featuring remnants of dried flowers alongside new buds and vibrant leaves, symbolizing the cycle of growth and renewal.

Acrylic, oil pastel on canvas abstract painting titled Rythm by Swati Singh

RYTHM

ACRYLIC, OIL PASTEL ON CANVAS

168 CM X 132 CM

2023

The work is deeply influenced by immersion in natural environments, observing the ongoing cycle of growth and decay, as well as the interplay between continuity and disruption. It embraces the notion that the essence of life lies in an ever-changing and fluid journey, where nothing remains permanent or fixed. This perspective celebrates the ebbs and flows of existence, inviting an appreciation for the creative process and the very essence of life itself.

Acrylic, oil pastel on linen abstract painting titled Sweet Melody by Swati Singh

SWEET MELODY

ACRYLIC, OIL PASTEL ON LINEN

122 CM X 122 CM

2024

This artwork showcases a captivating blend of colors and shapes, drawing inspiration from the vibrant hues, intricate textures, and harmonious patterns observed in nature. The piece features rugged marks created with oil pastels, alongside others made with squeeze. There's a sense of rhythm and movement, akin to the humming of a tune, where each melody possesses its own distinct sound, contributing to a natural and balanced composition.

EXHIBITIONS

2025

Jan: Canvas SG – Be One Gallery, LINSY by FortyTwo, Singapore

2024

Dec: Drawing etc. Year-end exhibition 2nd Edition, Singapore

Nov: SMALL MATTER – Maya Gallery, Singapore

Nov: SPECTRA – Selegie Arts Centre, Singapore

Nov: “Artful Celebrations”- German Centre Art Gallery, Singapore

Nov: Affordable Art Fair Singapore – Aestheletic Art Gallery

Oct: “Artful Expressions”. Group show. Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, Visual Arts Centre, Singapore

Sep: “Singapore Tales: A Panorama through local eyes”. Group show at The Arts House, Singapore

Aug: “Together, As One United People” Nation Day exhibition by Living with Art Gallery, Singapore

July: “Art Unites”. Group show to celebrate “Racial Harmony Day”, Singapore

Feb: “Canvas Connections”. Group Show. Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, The Arts House, Singapore

2023

Dec: “Voice Of Art 2”. BeOne Gallery, Group show at ION Art Gallery

Dec: “Dreamers & Creators”. Group show at The Selegie Arts Centre

Nov: “Affordable Art Fair Singapore”. Aestheletic Art Gallery

Oct: “Celebrations”. Canvas Connections Group Show. Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, The German Centre, Singapore

Oct: Canvas Connections Group Show, Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery, The Gallery at the Well, Emerald Hill, Singapore

Jul: “Homeland”. Group show by “Maya Art Gallery”

May: “I am a Mother!”. Group show by “Mama on Palette” at Design Orchard Singapore

2022

Dec: FINDING FREEDOM, Selegie Arts Center, Singapore

Dec: Pameran Postkad, ION Art Gallery, Singapore

Nov: Charity Auction - Ray of Hope, Singapore

May: “FRAGMENTS”. Virtual Exhibition, NAFA, Centre for Lifelong Education

May: “Mother.Art.Healing”. Public Art Exhibition at Library@Orchard

Mar: “Resilience”. Group show at The Selegie Arts Centre, Singapore

Mar: “Methods of Abstraction; The Exquisite Discernibles & Inedible Marks”. Virtual Exhibition by “One East Asia Gallery”

2021

Jun: “ABSTRACT MODA”. Virtual Exhibition by NAFA Centre for Lifelong Education

Apr: “ALIVE FineArt Exhibition”. Group show at The Selegie Arts Centre, Singapore

2019

Sep: “Singapore Hotel Art Fair - Bank Art Fair”. Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

Jul: “ENSEMBLE: coming out into abstraction”. Group show at The Arts House, Singapore

EDUCATION

2021 – Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Certificate in Printmaking – Silkscreen Printing), Singapore

2018 – Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Certificate in Western Art), Singapore

2018 – Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Certificate in Western Abstract Painting), Singapore

PUBLICATIONS

2023 - Suboart Magazine, July issue #7

2022 – ARTIST TALK MAGAZINE, London, issue 19

2020 – JaamZIN Creative, May issue

AFFILIATIONS

Represented by Aestheletic Art Gallery, Singapore

Mama On Palette, Singapore

Canvas Connections, Women’s Art Collective, Singapore