Stamford Arts Centre Project Studio #03-02 155 Waterloo St, S(187962)
Creating a space of infinite pos in photo-making and beyond
Change the local creative scene
Energize the way trades are done creatively
Stu.diochong was officially launched on 1st September 2022. It houses a photobook library, a multi-purpose design studio, an artist studio and a rooptop gallery space Notably, it has been home and organiser to the inaugural edition of "Narrative in a Frame" photography exhibition and workshop series
Central to Stu.diochong’s ongoing mission is the development of art & design to champion the effort of community projects. Stu.diochong aims to be a leading multi-disciplinary institution that champions diversity in contemporary art, design and photography in Medan, Indonesia and also the Southeast Asia region.
Under the MD division, Stu.diochong presents itself as a multi-disciplinary branding and integrated design consultancy. Under the collective's direction, Stu.diochong specializes in brand strategy, website design, e-commerce strategy and digital marketing. Combining the spirit for artistic endeavour with ever-advancing design practice, the household brand will expand into experimental mediums such as mixed reality (XR) as well as user experience (UX), to modernise the way business is done
Under the APV division, Stu.diochong aspires to be a hub for photography arts. We are built on the support of a community as a space where growth happens with the community at its heart. Stu.diochong aims to be a leading platform that promotes visual literacy and champions diversity by showing all facets of contemporary arts to the widest audience. Today, Stu.diochong continues to push the boundaries of photography with curated exhibitions, collaborative meetups and artist residencies
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A warm welcome to all our audience and a slightly belated Happy New Year 2023. It is a joyous occasion to have you gracing the exhibition.
We herald the opening of the art scene with the lifted restrictions of COVID-19 as we navigate through life, albeit not the same as pre-pandemic. Indeed, baby steps are taken to ensure public interaction become plausible, with a sense of unease of what life has to offer ahead of us. It is through design where ideas are shared and solutions are conjured. Presenting a thrilling selection of exemplary design-based insights from budding designers, we advocate design as an avenue to encourage public discourse, and this exhibition becomes one of the methods to make it accessible and engaging for the people, in time with the much-anticipated Singapore Art Week (SAW) 2023.
In sync to this year’s SAW, we expanded from the existing theme and contextualize our exhibition into “Play & Participate in Design”, where cross-disciplinary collaborations are pollinated to produce an interdisciplinary body of works.
To put the record straight, the works presented here are not an end in itself, but a means to an end We hope that the design solutions speak to the heart of the people, allowing a fragment of the lingering impression to stimulate a chain reaction of quality thoughts and inspire future actionable plans, through design
Thank you sponsors, partners, supporters and you, our audience We hope you have a good time joining us around the space as well as taking part in the activities
An avid urban and nature traveller, Antonius seeks to document overlooked scenes in everyday urban life and synthesize his findings in photographic body of works. In the last five years, his works have been exhibited at numerous shows, notably Flagship Genius: Angkor Wat II (2017), Global Awareness Project: Philippines (2018), Exploring Southeast Asia (2020) with Cynthie Renata and Grace Angel, as well as White Space: The Myth, A Lady and A Voyager (2021) with Fitri Ya'akob and Vimal Kumar. He has also co-curated at Puppetry in Jogjakarta (2019) and Surviving in the Concrete Jungle (2021) As the creative director of Stu diochong, he strives to deliver impactful design outcome with a well-thought process and synergic consideration towards the community with an inter-disciplinary touch.
Visitors will be exposed to various types of artworks starting from posters, video documentation, jewellery, and even a 360degree VR experience. Each artwork presents an interesting narrative that is inspired from animated film, architectural style, symptoms, traditions, and landmarks. The purpose of the exhibition is to expand the potential of art-making through interactive and 'play'-able artworks In addition, there are plenty of fun interactive arts and enthralling visual displays to complement the gallery experience
Bringing this exhibition together is about sharing impactful messages, sorting out distractions, while offering a humble message from each design to the world What we hope beyond this showcase, is a beacon of hard-earned insight to inspire the future as a stepping stone, to solve issues that will be relevant in their era
Play as a theme is rather whimsical and may seem childish in a hindsight. Where seriousness takes place, play is not so much a necessity, but a wishful act. Play is provocative, and yet, necessary as an act of seeking balance in life. Where social issues are getting more and more complex, so is the need to rethink our approach in design. Not only in terms of producing a radical outcome, but also a different set of minds, skill sets and ultimately, ideas that inspire actions.
True to that, "Play & Participate in Design" is held as an avenue to inquire the state of our tumultous society and how design responds to social-based issues at hand. Each of the seven artworks here, produced by 10 emerging design practitioners, is individually insightful, and collectively vibrant, in response to their definition of play.
Christella is an Arts Management student that has been honing her passion for the areas of arts since a young age. She is eager to learn and seeks challenging opportunities in the art field. She positioned herself as a good collaborator, communicator, and team player. Her skills and experiences have been honed in several local and international institutions, notably Singapore International Film Festival 2021, Singapore Tyler Print Institution (STPI) Creative Workshop and Gallery, to name a few.
As a huge foodie person, she likes to explore food and do food photography Her foodie adventure can be seen on social media, notably Instagram (@foo ddicted)
Gather round, as we visualize ideas from invited artists to define their definition of play in their artistic practice as a visual repertoire of interaction Each artists' works is immersive, narrative, playful in their rights, and most importantly, cohesive in the overall viewing experience.
Through the theme, "Play and Participate in Design", each artist provides a teaser of their multi-faceted thoughts, messages, skills and awareness of things/issues around them Collectively, the entire space becomes a treasure trove for a multisensory experience, with a cross-disciplinary collaboration and interdisciplinary spirit.
The works displayed here are a testament of diversity in the design industry, which closely mimics life itself. Some of the works are tactile, while there are also digital and a little mixture of both After some thoughts, it is the word ‘exuberant’ that came out as a singular point to describe this overall showcase, this labour born out of love and grit
In addition to the exhibition, there are several artist sharing sessions and also hands-on workshops available to provide development opportunities for budding art practitioners, cultural enthusiasts and entrepreneurs in the creative industry
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Stepping into the Intrusive World (2021) by Natasya Sanjaya. (Video documentation and interactive objects)
In response to the trivialization and misinterpretation of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Singapore, ‘Stepping into the Intrusive World’ is an experiential workshop that aims to address misconceptions of OCD and promote tolerance towards sufferers of the condition This project ultimately seeks to change general public perceptions toward OCD by enumerating the daily challenges one faces dealing with the condition.
Fania is a self-taught artist & designer who loves to create artworks and designs using bold and meaningful colors. In her free time, she usually watches cartoon movies and Kpop music videos to find inspiration and de-stress.
Natasya Sanjaya is a Singapore-based Visual Communicator Boasting in multidisciplinary skill set that comprises developing Advertising and Social Media campaigns, Motion Graphics and Experience Design.
the artwork to reflect on the necessary trait. From this visual icon of the flower, it is expanded to mimic a Chinese talisman, where audiences can contribute and write their wishes for the upcoming new year and bring this token home as a 'lucky charm'
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An avid urban and nature traveller, Antonius seeks to document overlooked scenes in everyday urban life and synthesize his findings in photographic body of works.
Born in Medan, Indonesia, Jervis is an illustrator who has had a passion for experimental storytelling. Merging legends and locations, he hopes to show the unique cultures in his city with fun.
Beneath the 'A' (2018) by Ditthania Suryani. (Illustration and Animation, Duration: 2 minutes)
Beneath the A is a project for children age 10+ in response to the issue of stress amongst students in Singapore, especially with parental pressure The story portrays a chronically stressed student who wakes up inside his own brain and sees how stress has made a chaotic brain situation. The neurotransmitters can't function properly and he needs to find a way out to save the situation
Beyond the book, two mobile app prototypes have been created to help children remember the story's i d l it in their daily life.
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Soar (2022) by Celine Wirahady. (925 Silver & gemstone. Dimension: 4 5 x 2 25 x 2 5 cm)
’Soar’ is a piece that ‘reveals’ through an interactive motion and shows something never been seen before The object is completed with three gemstones that hinge to the middle of the silver decorative background. Formed out of curves into a pattern, the majestic silver background is shaped The design is accompanied by a hint of Art Deco style, with its styled geometric and symmetrical form. To break down its simplicity and to bring out contrast, textures are added to its wings as well
Celine believes that art matters even more when it benefits people and constantly brings joy to them. As a wandering soul in the art and design world, her goal has always been about finding ways to beautify the world around us.
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Exhibition Director
Antonius Cong Exhibition Curator
Christella Laigansia Exhibition Coordinator Winnie Chongdiono
Exhibiting Artists: Antonius Cong Celine Wirahady Ditthania Suryani Fania Alicia Jervis Wiriady Joewie Ameline Levina Liviani Wongso Natasya Sanjaya Winnie Chongdiono
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Stu diochong strives to organize community-led project committed to championing and nurturing the creative scene towards futureoriented and community-based topics with photography, art and design.
