Ink Masters Take Centre Stage at National Gallery Singapore with Opening of Wu Guanzhong Gallery and Chua Ek Kay Exhibition

Artworks from two influential ink artists have a new platform now as National Gallery Singapore celebrated the official opening of the Wu Guanzhong Gallery and an exhibition by Singaporean artist Chua Ek Kay today. Sam Tan, Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office and Ministry of Manpower, opened the exhibitions in a ceremony attended by family members of both artists and representatives from partner institutions that lent their collections.

The breadth and depth of the two exhibitions will help visitors explore the significance and development of modern ink painting. The ‘Wu Guanzhong: Beauty Beyond Form’ exhibition – one of the most comprehensive in recent times – will feature both oil and ink paintings, many of which are on display for the first time in Singapore. Similarly, the Gallery’s presentation of ‘After the Rain’ marks the first historical survey of Chua’s career by a national museum, covering his most important works and artistic interests, including the Singapore cityscape and reflections on nature.

The ‘Wu Guanzhong: Beauty Beyond Form’ exhibition will showcase works donated by the artist and his family to the National Collection. Of the more than 80 artworks on display, 22 are works on loan from key arts institutions in China and Hong Kong – National Art Museum of China, China Art Museum, Shanghai, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Zhejiang Art Museum and Nanjing Museum.

National Gallery Singapore is dedicated to strengthening and expanding cultural exchange through its programming and partnerships. Through collaboration with international institutions, the Gallery provides opportunities for visitors to better explore the art, heritage, and history of Southeast Asia.

All visitors will enjoy complimentary entry to National Gallery Singapore, its exhibitions and the opening celebrations until 6 December 2015. Thereafter, there will be free admission for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents as well as children six years and under, into all exhibition galleries (except selected Special Exhibitions) and Keppel Centre for Art Education. For more information about the upcoming activities and registration requirements, please visit www.nationalgallery.sg.