Explore Fan Chang Tien: Rhythm of the Southern Brush with the exhibition curators, Lim Shujuan and Chee Jin Ming. Through selected works and curatorial insights, discover how one of Singapore's most influential ink masters sustained and reimagined the Chinese ink tradition within a multicultural, modern society. The tour explores Fan Chang Tien's legacy as both artist and mentor, while examining broader themes of artistic transmission, cultural mobility, and cross-regional exchange that lie at the heart of the exhibition.
* Please note that this curator tour will be delivered in Mandarin and takes place after exhibition opening hours.
** In addition to the tour, you will also receive two All Access tickets valid for 3 months (worth $30 for Singaporeans/PRs, $60 for Other Nationalities)
本次导览邀请您与展览策展人林淑娟及朱锦明，一同探索范昌乾的艺术世界。通过精选作品与策展解读，了解新加坡最具影响力的水墨大师之一是如何在多元文化与现代社会的背景下延续并重新诠释中国水墨传统，通过探讨他作为艺术家与导师的传承影响，您将深入了解艺术传承、文化流动与跨区域交流等贯穿展览核心的议题。
* 本次策展人导览将于闭馆后进行，导览语言为华语。
** 参与导览的观众还将获赠两张展览通行证，有效期为三个月（新加坡公民/永久居民价值30新元，其他国籍人士价值60新元）。
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When: 16 Oct 2026, 7.30–8.30pm - Suitable For: Adults, Families, Visitors with accessibility needs, Students and Educators, Young Adults
- Where: City Hall Wing, Level 4, Wu Guanzhong Gallery, Exhibition entrance (near Lift Lobby A).
- Ticket Information: $45 (Standard) and $40 (Concession)
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