ABOUT
Hi, I am Irene. To me, art and creativity permeates in our daily lives. Art is a form of expression. That can be a personal journey, which is meant for oneself, to be shared or to be showcased to create connections and conversations. The way I look at and appreciate art does not establish any boundaries between fine art in a museum or gallery and the art created uniquely as a form of self-expression, including a doodle on a napkin while in deep thoughts over coffee. Each artistic creation can be planned or spontaneous and even accidental or unintentional. Each piece is unique in its own way.
SynARTgy intends to recognise the encompassing value of art from personal development to community building and professional opportunities. We aim to connect and bring people together through art, and to create a sense of community as we believe that art transcends all races, gender, age, cultures and has no boundaries. SynARTgy is about developing a network for engagement and collaboration between the community, artists and professionals to create synergies towards a sustainable art industry.
Hence, SynARTgy is born.
Fluid Art Bear Workshop
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Fluid Art Bear Workshop
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Past Events
21 Sep 2024
Time
Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pmLocation
The Garden’s Veranda Banquet Hall, Rimba Garden Centre, Brunei Darussalam20 May 2023
Time
Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pmLocation
Radisson Hotel, Brunei Darussalam
Canvas of Calm: Harnessing Art for Healing and Well-being 2024
Join us for an enlightening forum delving into the transformative power of art as a therapeutic tool for healing and self-discovery. In this interactive session, we will explore how engaging in artistic activities can bring about immense benefits for emotional regulation, communication, and overall well-being. Discover how art offers a non-verbal outlet for expression.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a mental health professional, or someone curious about the healing potential of creativity, this event is for you. Come learn practical techniques and insights that will empower you to harness the therapeutic qualities of art in your own life and in your work with others. Let’s embark on an empowering journey of self-exploration and growth through the harnessing the power of art for healing and overall well-being.
Programme
Abstracts and Speakers
Presentations
Making, Sharing and Mending
Dr Amanda E. Woodford
Art Therapy in Brunei Darussalam
Nur Nadiah Suhaili
Event Photos
In the Press
Photos: Zul-Izzi Hj Duraman, Pelita Brunei
‘Over 11,000 registered with mental health services, more expected in coming years’
Borneo Bulletin, 22 Sep 2024
Forum ketengahkan seni sebagai rawatan kesihatan mental
Media Permata, 22 Sep 2024
Manfaatkan terapi seni dalam penjagaan kesihatan mental
Pelita Brunei, 22 Sep 2024
Borneo Bulletin
22 Sep 2024
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3 June 2023
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3 June 2023
Art Industry Forum: Value Creation Through The Art Industry 2023
Value Creation Through The Art Industry
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The Art industry is a specific sector within the creative industry that contributes to the creative economy. In Brunei Darussalam, it is nascent industry with growth potential if properly nurtured and developed in a conducive environment. Art is inclusive, as it transcends all ages, gender, cultures, ethnicity, abilities and can bring great potential and socio-economic benefits with positive spillover effects, including entrepreneurial opportunities.
The objective of this forum is to bring together several speakers in various related fields to share how the development of this industry can contribute to job creation, business opportunities, market expansion beyond the borders and the role of key players in the ecosystem of Art Industry. By providing an overview on the contribution to the economy, sharing respective international experience and local scenes, it is hoped that this forum can stimulate further conversation and thought process to grow and develop this industry and to connect with the wider markets outside Brunei Darussalam.
Programme
Abstracts and Speakers
Presentations
Presentation Slides
Arts and Culture Industry – An Economic Perspective
Dr Irene Yap
Understanding the Value of Art and the Art Market
Dr Rui Oliveira Lopes
Singapore’s Quest for ‘Cultural Development’
John Z. W. Tung
The Art Developments in Brunei Darussalam: Past, Present and Future
Osman Mohammad
Event Photos
In the Press
3 June 2023
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