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Your Frequently Asked Questions – Answered!

We are thrilled to be able to aid you gain a deeper understanding of the Art courses offered at the Visual Arts Centre. Here, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions that might prove useful to you before you embark on your art journey with us!

If you have other queries left unanswered or seek further clarification, please do not hesitate to e-mail us at [email protected] or give us a call at 6255 0711.

You may also WhatsApp us at 6255 0711

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Beginner's Worries

Drawing and sketching is the fundamental of all arts. In order to be good at your chosen medium, you will have to build up your foundation skills for techniques such as proportion, scale, tonal values and much more. Drawing and sketching is the best way to expand these skills which will greatly affect your overall art. Having a clear vision for your ending goal is good as well as you will know what to focus on when developing your foundational skills. You may then pursue your chosen medium after you develop your basic skills of course!

All art materials will be provided! So you do not need to worry and just come down to start your art.

It will be a group setting with individualised guidance. This means that there is usually 1 art instructor with 1-2 studio assistants going around to help everyone on their own artwork. This ensures that each lesson is tailored to you and you may focus on your own pace.

For a weekday class, there is usually 5-8 people with 1 art instructor. This is sufficient time as the session is 2 hours and 15 minutes long so the instructor will be able to guide you several times during the lesson. For weekends, there is an expected attendance of 15-18 people, with 1 art instructor and 1-2 studio assistants to ensure you are well guided.

The lesson does not need to be replaced. As long as you complete your package within the validity period, you may come down any of the class timings as many times of you week as you would like!

Art Courses

The teachers at Visual Arts Centre are professionally trained and adopt a structured approach to each lesson. They will assess your prior Art background on the first lesson, allowing them to be able to better guide you according to your individual needs and abilities during the lessons. We understand that every individual’s learning experience and pace varies and thus tailoring the lesson to your individual needs will ensure that you can learn comfortably at your own pace! Rest assured that you will receive individual attention from our teachers in the conducive environment we provide!

Yes, each lesson will be a continuation from the last. You will get to continue the piece of artwork you last left off on

The lessons can be conducted in both English and Chinese.

The package validity period depends on the package you sign up for, starting from the first class you attend.

  1. 8 session package is valid for 10 weeks 
  2. 12 session package is valid for 14 weeks
  3. 24session package is valid for 26 weeks
  4. 48 session package is valid for 52 weeks

Students will have to complete their sessions within the validity period of their particular course. 

Please refer to the different packages here

No, you do not need to. You only need to make a booking for your first session!

No problem at all. We operate on a flexible class schedule! For example, we welcome you to come for our Monday class if you’re a regular for our Saturday morning class but unable to make it for that particular week. There will be no extra fees incurred.

Yes we do! Portfolio preparations holds an utmost importance when it comes to going to the school of your dreams. At Visual Arts Centre, our professional art instructors are present to guide you in different art techniques so that you can create a myriad of works to impress the admission officers.

Click here to visit our Portfolio Preparation Course!

We have a no refund policy for any Art lesson or Art course packages. However, in the event that you are not able to finish all the sessions you have purchased before the package expires due to unforeseen circumstances or valid reasons, we are always flexible when it comes to extending your package. Otherwise, you may buy another course package and the lessons will be carried forward.

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Art Workshop

Yes we do! We offer monthly workshops if you are unable to commit to attending lessons weekly!

We have monthly workshops for 1) Nude Life Figure Drawing Workshop and 2) Portrait Drawing Workshop Do click on respective workshops for the more information!

Alternatively, you can give us a phone call at 6255 0711 or drop us an email at [email protected] for the next monthly workshop we will be holding at Visual Arts Centre!

I am glad you asked! 🙂

We take pride in the fact that we:

  1. Provide a comfortable learning environment for those who are passionate about the Arts, regardless of age or calibre. Whether you are a beginner or seek to advance your Art skills, our Art courses are suitable for you! Our adept teachers will tailor their lesson to further develop your skills and techniques according to your level of proficiency and experience.
  2. Provide AFFORDABLE professional art courses, unparalleled to other studios in Singapore, with all art materials included in our course fees!
  3. Extended course validity and flexibility in attendance.
    We have an extended period of course validity, for example:
    8 sessions package – 10 weeks validity
    12 sessions package – 14 weeks validity
    24 sessions package – 26 weeks validity
    48 sessions package – 48 weeks validity
    This means that your attendance is taken only when you attend a class and you need not waste any lessons if you are unable to join a class on a particular week. You may join any session within the validity period of your package.
  4. Lastly, we are located a stone’s throw away from Dhoby Ghaut MRT! U-turn to the left when you exit from exit B or exit A of the MRT. (Refer to the picture below to locate us!)

Visual Arts Centre Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio and Exhibition Gallery location

Do feel free to drop us an enquiry email at [email protected] or give us a call at 6255 0711 should you have any other questions. We will definitely get back to you as soon as possible! 

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SG Culture Pass Art Workshops/ Art Programmes

    1. How do I claim and use my SG Culture Pass credits?
      SG Culture Pass Credits can be accessed and utilised from 1 September 2025.
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      1. Visit the SG Culture Pass Website.
      2. Log in with your Singpass to verify your profile.
      3. Upon successful verification, you will be able to use the credits on eligible arts and heritage events. You can find the list of eligible events on the SG Culture Pass website.

 
    1. Can I ask a friend or family member to claim SG Culture Pass credits on my behalf?
      For security reasons, SG Culture Pass credits can only be claimed by an individual through their personal Singpass account.
 
    1. Can I use my SG Culture Pass credits to buy tickets for my friends and family?
      Yes, you can use your SG Culture pass credits to purchase tickets and share the purchased tickets with your friends and family.
 
  1. I do not have a mobile phone or digital device. What should I do?
    You may seek help from your family members for assistance to redeem your SG Culture Pass credits and/or to help you purchase tickets to eligible programmes using credits from 1 September 2025 onwards.
     

    If you are unable to seek help, you may approach the nearest ServiceSG Centre for assistance. Please bring along your Identification Card (IC) and ensure you have a valid Singpass account.

    1. What is the SG Culture Pass?
      Launched during SG60, the SG Culture Pass is an initiative by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) to support Singapore’s arts and heritage scene. From 1 September 2025, Singapore Citizens aged 18 and above will receive $100 in credits to enjoy eligible events.
 
    1. Who is eligible for the SG Culture Pass?
      All Singapore Citizens aged 18 and above in 2025 are eligible. This is defined as Singaporeans who are:
      – Born on or before 31 December 2007; and
      – Singapore Citizens as of 31 December 2024
 
    1. When are the credits valid until?
      Credits are valid from 1 September 2025 and must be used for events taking place on or before 31 December 2028.
 
    1. How will I be notified of SG Culture Pass?
      Eligible Singapore Citizens will receive an SMS from a gov.sg SMS Sender ID in September 2025 with information about SG Culture Pass.
 
    1. Can I claim and utilise my SG Culture Pass without receiving the SMS notification?
      Yes, you can. Eligible Singapore Citizens can log in to the SG Culture Pass Website from 1 September 2025 to claim their credits without receiving an official SMS notification.
 
  1. What happens if I accidentally delete the SMS containing the login details?
    You do not need the SMS to access your SG Culture Pass credits. Starting 1 September 2025, eligible Singapore Citizens can log in directly to the official SG Culture Pass Website to claim their credits.
    1. What programmes and activities are eligible for SG Culture Pass credits?
      SG Culture Pass credits can be utilised to offset ticket purchases of eligible local arts and heritage activities or programmes, which will be listed on the SG Culture Pass Website from 1 September 2025.
 
    1. How do I use my SG Culture Pass credits to offset my ticket purchases?
      Once you have selected the programme you are interested in, proceed to purchase the ticket. You will be redirected to the Ticketing Partner’s website to select your ticket.<br
      Once you are ready to checkout, select SG Culture Pass credits from the list of payment methods.
      You will be redirected to log in using Singpass. Once successful, you will be brought back to the payment page to complete your payment.
      If you do not have sufficient credits to cover the full cost of the payment, you will be required to pay the balance using other payment methods.
      Once the payment is completed and successful, the credits will be deducted from your account. You may check your transaction history and balance on the SG Culture Pass Website.
 
    1. Can I combine SG Culture Pass credits with others to make a purchase?
      No, your SG Culture Pass credits cannot be pooled or combined with another individual’s credits for ticket purchases.
 
    1. Can I use my SG Culture Pass credits to purchase tickets for others?
      Yes, you can use your SG Culture Pass credits to purchase tickets for others, including friends and family, as long as the total cost remains within your available credit balance.
      If the amount exceeds your credits, you may top up the difference using other payment methods.
 
    1. I can no longer attend an event and wish to transfer my ticket purchased with SG Culture Pass credits to someone else. Am I allowed to do so?
      The transfer of tickets purchased with SG Culture Pass credits is subject to the prevailing terms and conditions of the event organiser and ticketing partner, so please check their respective policies regarding ticket transfers. If in doubt, please check directly with the event organiser or ticketing partner.
 
    1. Would I receive a refund of my SG Culture Pass credits if an event is cancelled?
      Yes, if an event is cancelled by the event organiser, the SG Culture Pass credits used to purchase tickets will be refunded to your SG Culture Pass account. If you had made additional payments using other methods, they will be refunded to the original source of payment.
      For details on how refunds are processed, please contact the authorised ticketing partner handling the event.
 
    1. I purchased tickets to an event before it became an eligible event. Can I refund my ticket and repurchase it using the SG Culture Pass credits?
      No, you will not be able to retrospectively apply SG Culture Pass credits to offset any purchases made before the event became an eligible event.
      You are encouraged to use your SG Culture Pass credits to explore other eligible programmes and activities if you have pre-purchased tickets to programmes prior the launch of SG Culture Pass.
 
    1. How do I check my remaining credits?
      You will be able to check your credit balance when you access your SG Culture Pass account.
 
    1. Am I able to select the amount of credits to be used in each transaction?
      No, your SG Culture Pass credits will be applied in full to offset the cost of the tickets.
      If your ticket costs exceed your available SG Culture Pass balance, you will be guided to make payment for the remaining balance using credit card or PayNow.
 
    1. Can I sell my SG Culture Pass credits?
      No, you cannot sell the SG Culture Pass credits for cash. You are strongly encouraged to use the SG Culture Pass credits to discover, enjoy and engage in the diverse range of local arts and heritage events offered under the scheme, to enrich your experience.
 
    1. Why does the ticketing website need me to create a user account?
      Creating a user account allows the ticketing website to provide you with important updates, such as changes to event details (e.g., dates or timing) due to unforeseen circumstances. It also helps you manage your bookings and access your tickets conveniently.
 
    1. What if the price of an event is higher than the remaining SG Culture Pass credits that I have left in my account?
      If the event price exceeds your available SG Culture Pass credits, you can still proceed with the purchase by topping up the difference using other payment method.
 
    1. Can I choose how much SG Culture Pass credits to utilise for my purchase?
      If SG Culture Pass credits is selected as the payment method, the event price must be fully paid with SG Culture Pass credits in the first instance. Top ups using other methods are only available if the event price exceeds your available SG Culture Pass credits.
 
    1. Do credit card discounts apply if I purchase a ticket using SG Culture Pass credits, and top up the difference using a credit card that offers a discount on payments made with it?
      Credit card discounts are only applicable if the full payment is made with the credit card. Payments made with SG Culture Pass credits and topped up with a credit card would not be eligible for credit card discounts.
 
    1. Can I apply a promo code to purchases made using SG Culture Pass credits?
      Yes, promo codes can be used for purchases made using SG Culture Pass credits.
 
    1. What are the browsers supported by SG Culture Pass?
      For the best experience, please use Google Chrome, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
 
  1. When can we expect to be able to use SG Culture Pass credits to purchase local literary books?
    More details on the purchase of local literary books will be released at a later date.

Yes! You can redeem your SG Culture Pass credits for selected workshops and art courses at Visual Arts Centre.

Sorry that we dont accept Skillsfuture credits due to flexible class schedules, but we offer 1 free lessons instead upon sign up for 12sessions/ 24sessions/ 48sessions art courses. Please click here for more about professional beginner friendly art course with their respective schedules & price like Drawing and Sketching, Acrylic Painting, Watercolour Painting, Oil Painting, Digital Art, Interior Design & Freehand Rendering and more at,  https://vac4.visualartscentre.sg/courses/professional-adult-art-class-in-singapore/ 

Simply let us know the workshop you’re interested in, and we’ll guide you through the Culture Pass redemption process.

You can redeem credits for classes like Acrylic Painting, Drawing, Urban Sketching, Chinese Ink, and more! You may refer to SISTIC, Klook or Catch.sg to see the full list of available workshops.

Yes, advance registration is required as slots are limited. Please share your preferred date and class, and we’ll assist you.

The credits typically come with an expiry date. Please check your Culture Pass or contact us for guidance.

We recommend booking in advance via WhatsApp or our website to secure a slot and confirm credit redemption.

Once we receive confirmation from Culture Pass, we’ll send you a booking confirmation via WhatsApp.

The credits are non-transferable and must be used by the registered recipient only.

We’ll notify you once the redemption is approved and your class slot is confirmed.

Changes are subject to availability and must be requested at least 48 hours in advance.

Most workshops are 1.5 to 2.5 hours long, depending on the type of class. We’ll provide full details upon registration.

All materials are provided! Just bring yourself and your confirmation message.

DIGITAL CLASS ONLY: Please bring your own device with Procreate downloaded, along with your digital pen and charger.

Yes of course! Our workshops are beginner-friendly and guided by professional instructors.

Yes, most are held at our main Dhoby Ghaut studio, located just next to MRT Exit B. Some may also be held at the Exhibition Gallery beside our studio.

Please inform us as soon as possible. We’ll try our best to reschedule, but missed classes are non-refundable.

Most workshops require 1 Culture Pass credit. We’ll confirm the number of credits needed during registration.

Hi there, unfortunately, we cannot check your credit balance. Please refer to your Culture Pass account or app.

Some top-up options may be available. Let us know the workshop you’re interested in, and we’ll advise you.

Yes! We offer children’s art classes that accept SG Culture Pass credits. Please ask for our current schedule.

SG Culture Pass credits can only be used for scheduled public workshops. Private sessions aren’t available, but we’ll do our best to place your group in the same class, subject to availability.

Popular eligible workshops include Acrylic Landscape Painting, Urban Sketching, Tile Painting, Chinese Calligraphy, and Still Life Drawing. All are beginner-friendly and guided by professional artists.

We are conveniently located at 10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, just a left turn from Dhoby Ghaut MRT Exit B. Our studio is housed in a beautiful glasshouse in the park.

For those who are eligible, there is SG Culture Pass credits of $100 in value. Depending on the art workshop, you may use the SG Culture Pass credit to attend one or more workshops usually! In case there is a top up required, then you may top up using Paynow or other methods.

Yes! We have SG Culture Pass workshops scheduled on both weekends and weekdays. You may refer to Klook, Sistic or catch,sg for more details, or contact us for the current schedule.

Yes. All our classes are taught by professionally trained art instructors with years of experience in fine art education.

Definitely! You’re welcome to take photos of your artwork and the creative process—tag us on Instagram @visualartscentre.sg!

Yes, of course! You’ll get to take home your completed artwork at the end of each workshop.

Yes, we recommend parking at Plaza Singapura, which is just a short walk from our studio. From there, head to Dhoby Ghaut MRT Exit B, turn left, and you’ll see our glasshouse studio in the park.

Yes! Our instructors provide a step-by-step demo at the start and guide you throughout the session, so you can complete your artwork with confidence, even if you’re a beginner.

Each Culture Pass workshop has a set theme (e.g. Landscape, Still Life, Floral). Custom requests may be discussed for some workshops being put out.

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Team Bonding Art Jamming | Art Workshops | Art Events

What is Team Bonding Art Jamming?

Team Bonding Art Jamming is a creative activity where you and your peers can come together to explore purposeful and memorable team building through art to further establish rapport between one another.

Visual Arts Centre is specialized in providing various creative and engaging Team Bonding Activities and Workshops! Team Building workshops are great in promoting camaraderie and teamwork amongst your colleagues and team. Through our creative workshops, you have the choice of activity, duration and program completely customized and tailored to suit your team bonding and staff retreat goals!

Art Jamming is a creative activity where you and your peers can come together to explore purposeful and memorable team building through art to further establish rapport between one another. 

Visual Arts Centre is specialised in providing various creative and engaging Team Bonding Activities and Workshops! Team Building workshops are great in promoting camaraderie and teamwork amongst your colleagues and team. Through our creative workshops, you have the choice of activity, duration and programme completely customised and tailored to suit your team bonding and staff retreat goals!

No, the Art Jamming sessions are not catered to only participants who have prior experience in art. It is open to all levels – from beginners, to those who have experienced it before!

Art Jamming essentially focuses on the creative quality time you have with your peers. So fret no longer, and come join us and see what the Art Jamming has to offer!

The Art Jamming fee is a package cost that covers the following:

  1. Professional guidance by Main Facilitator
  2. Facilitation by Art Jamming Assistants (no. of assistants varies depending on your group size)
  3. All art materials
  4. Conceptualization – to align your goals to the Art Jamming session specially tailored for your group

We are able to tailor the Art Jamming session according to your needs – be it to fit your organization’s theme, or simply working towards your preferred time and location!

You will also get to choose and explore the medium of your choice!

We have been grateful to work with multiple big clients (see past client list) and were able to get very satisfactory results, and we would like to achieve that with you!

We are open to working around your budget – simply schedule a consultation session with us, and we will walk you through what we are able to offer based on your working budget.

We assure that you will be able to walk away from the consultation session with an upcoming Art Jamming booking with us!

At Visual Arts Centre, we have the luxury of space at our gallery art studio where we get to host a large group of participants up to 100 – 120 pax!

Our Art Studios at Visual Arts Centre:

1.DHOBY GHAUT ART STUDIO
10 Penang Road,
#01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green,
Singapore 238469

2. MACPHERSON ART STUDIO
140 Paya Lebar Road,
#03-04 AZ@ Paya Lebar Building,
Singapore 409015

Besides to have an Art Jamming Session at Visual Arts Centre, we are able to you cater to preference to host the session at your desired location!

Past event spaces where we have hosted these Art Jamming are as follows!

  • Hotel Events & Meeting Rooms
  • Co-working space venues such as, Just Co., Work Central.
  • Cafes
  • Function Rooms
  • Respective workspaces

Enquire now to check on our space availability for your art event!

During the Art Jamming Session, the time allocated for the event will be at least 2 hours to 2.5 hours, and it is adjustable based on your preference!

Art Jamming Flow:

 

  1. INTRODUCTION (10min)

    – VAC facilitators, Art Materials (Brushes, Paints, Canvases, etc.) and Objective during the session (Team bonding, Therapeutic, etc.)

  2. BRAINSTORMING & SKETCH (20min)

    – Aligning with the values and objective during the session, participants will need to sketch out their ideas on what they would be painting on the canvas. The idea could be for an individual art piece or a collaborative art piece for a mural painting! Art photo reference will be provided for participants to get some inspirations from!

  3. ARTISTS IN PROCESS (1h)

    – After finalising and sketching out the idea, participants will begin to do a light sketch of the design on the canvas provided. Then, participants will begin to enjoy the process to begin painting using the acrylic paint. During the process, our facilitators will go around to assist our participants when they are in need of help!

  4. TOUCHING UP OF DETAILS & SHARING (30min)

    – During the last segment of the of the art jamming session, participants will complete the final details of the art pieces where the edges of the canvases and last alignment of the mural design will be amended as a whole art piece together. There after, participants will start packing up the area which we will begin with a round of sharing on the completed works! Lastly the programme would end with a photo taking session and a nice art piece to be brought home or even hung up in the office!

If you are interested to look for a fun activity to engage with a group of people! And you are ready to be creative and get hands on in the ARTS THEME! You can engage us immediately to help you conduct an art jamming session that fits your interest and goals!

Past participants that has engaged us to conduct Art Jamming Events!

  • CORPORATE COMPANIES – Team-bonding activity among colleagues
  • SCHOOLS  – Therapeutic Art Session for teachers to wind down.
  • STUDENTS  – To pick up a new art skills   
  • FRIENDS – get together during gatherings
  • PRIVATE CELEBRATIONS – Birthday, Private Party, etc for your family and friends.

Depending on your objective for the art jamming experience, you may plan for a fun and creative session for your colleagues to engage where you will create a chance for your team to get together and bond through an art experience!

>> Individual works by each participant and create a storyline as a group that aligns with the values instilled during the session! >> One Group to One Canvas Each, Cluster Group Painting: Participants may paint in a small groups of six to eight participants to one or two canvases, be seated in a group to brainstorm and paint together! >> Mural – One Group of 5 to 6 participants to One Canvas Each, Multiple Canvases adjoined to form a Mural Painting.

Not only do we provide art jamming sessions using traditional mediums like acrylic painting and watercolor painting, but we are also able to do interesting mediums such as

Batik Painting, is a traditional art in which hot wax beads or blocks are melted over a fire, and it is formed by a unique wax-resist dyeing technique. You will be taught to do by our professional instructors to create your own unique batik designs on a handkerchief (30 cm x 30 cm)

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Chinese Ink Painting & Calligraphy, is a representation of Chinese Art. Basic ink painting features the water and ink, black and white. Delving deeper into the Chinese Ink Art, there is the meticulous paintings of flowers like peonies and birds, with its vibrant colours.

We are able to join us for a FOCUS Theme Art Jamming Session, where you can have a wind-down session with your team in which they will create individual artworks that reflect subjects that they are inspired by and are interested in.

With discussion, we are able to plan a fun-filled high energy session among your team members where they could join us on a team bonding Art Jamming session where a group of participants will collaborate and create a masterpiece together!

After which a sharing session will be done at the end of the different team to present their ideas and final painting that best fit the theme of the day which you can arrange for a fun prize presentation and sing along to mark the end of the team building session!

With a more solemn and formal event, we could suggest that individual participants engage in a personal art piece in which you could prepare an acrylic painting on a tote bag which would be a nice door gift to bring home at the end of the dinner! Besides, you can let us know the preferred art creation you would like to engage in during the session to fit the theme of the day best! Such as painting on wine glasses and handkerchief designs.

Our venue can be hired by your team before or after the event for meetings or events which you will require. Please take note that the higher rates will be charged at $150nett per hour with facilities such as Wi-Fi, Projector and Air Condition provided.

Food catering services can be arranged by your team before or after the art jamming session! We may share with you our contact should you need catering services.

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Visual Arts Centre Exhibition Gallery - Best event space for hire in Singapore

Visual Arts Centre Exhibition Gallery (VAC) is a glass house exhibition gallery and studio, situated in the prestigious and cultural Arts and Heritage district of Dhoby Ghaut. In the heart of town, at the start of Orchard Road, Visual Arts Centre is centrally located and conveniently accessible via all modes of transportation like bus and Dhoby Ghaut MRT.

Address: 10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green, S(238469)

  1. Art exhibition by international art groups / societies and independent artists
  2. Art auctions
  3. Local art exhibitions by art societies / art groups and independent artists
  4. Pottery and craft exhibitions
  5. Furniture / product model showcases
  6. Fashion exhibitions and showcases
  7. Lifestyle boutique fairs, flea markets and popup fairs
  8. Book launch and signing seminar
  9. Networking seminar and talks
  10. Media functions and product launches
  11. Private and closed door events
  12. Other events and functions

Art & Design Exhibitions ( 7 days )
11am – 8pm daily. Inclusive of set-up & tear-down, $150 for every additional hour. The *first day of the exhibition is Tuesday by default.
-Extended hours of up to 10pm for one day only for Exhibition Opening ceremony.
-Handover to exhibitor: 1st day – 11am 7th day – 8pm
S$5,800/7 days & S$650/day for each subsequent day

Art and Design Exhibitions or Meetings ( <7 days )
11 am to 8pm daily. Inclusive of set-up & tear-down
Mon – Thu S$950nett/day Fri – Sun S$1200nett/day $150 per additional hour

Flea Market & Boutique Fairs ( minimum Fri – Sun)
Choice of 11 am to 8pm or 1pm-10pm daily. Inclusive of set-up & tear-down
_Three Days Fri – Sun at S$3600nett, $150 per additional hour; Mon – Thu at $950nett/day _
(SPECIAL PROMOTION) S$4,400nett for Thursday to Sunday 11am – 8pm or 1pm – 10pm

Product Launches or Media Functions (1 day minimum hire period )
11am to 8pm daily Inclusive of set-up & tear-down
Mon – Fri S$ 2,200nett/day Sat – Sun $2,500nett/day $150 per additional hour.

The Exhibition Gallery space is a fully equipped indoor glasshouse exhibition space with 31 (1.2 x 2.5m) panels, hanging system, studio lighting, inbuilt sound and microphone system, projector, long tables and foldable chairs – all provided and complimentary for exhibitors hiring the Exhibition Gallery.

Yes, we allow at no additional cleaning fee

Yes! We can share with you our partner contacts upon space hire confirmation.

Our space is very popular for events like art exhibition, product launch, or private events. Please get in touch with us at Whatsapp http://wa.me/6562550711 or email us at [email protected] to arrange for guided site recce and we will assist you further on the space layouts & arrangement etc!

We will require full payment of hire fee with a $1000 refundable security deposit before the event. Kindly email us the payment screenshot for us to check and confirm the hire.

The exhibitor must notify the licensor immediately in an event that a cancellation is made and may be liable to pay for all losses and damages suffered by the Licensor. For this reason, the Exhibitor will only receive a certain percentage of refund by the Licensor as follows:
In the event where notification is received on a date:
i. Less than 120 days from event date: 80% refund
ii. Less than 90 days from event date: 50% refund
iii. Less than 60 days from event date: No refund
*The security deposit will be refunded in full to the Exhibitor

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Visual Arts Centre Chinatown Art Gallery & Studio space - Best event space for hire in east Singapore

Visual Arts Centre Chinatown Art Gallery & Studio space is located at *2 minutes walk from Chinatown MRT Station Exit A. There is direct ramp-up parking & direct lift with wheelchair- accessible

Address: 20B Mosque Street, Singapore (059500)

  1. Art exhibition by international art groups / societies and independent artists
  2. Art auctions
  3. Local art exhibitions by art societies / art groups and independent artists
  4. Pottery and craft exhibitions
  5. Furniture / product model showcases
  6. Fashion exhibitions and showcases
  7. Lifestyle boutique fairs, flea markets and popup fairs
  8. Book launch and signing seminar
  9. Networking seminar and talks
  10. Media functions and product launches
  11. Private and closed door events
  12. Other events and functions
  13.  

*Full day: 11am-8pm inclusively

Monday – Friday:

> S$650 nett/day

> S$400 nett/3 hours

Saturday – Sunday:

> S$950 nett/day

Additional hour at $150/Hour

All prices are nett. 

A refundable security deposit of$1,000 applies Full payment of license fees is required for confirmation and bookings are on first-come-first serve basis.

The MacPherson space is a fully equipped indoor glasshouse exhibition space with

  1. 75cmx1.8m Standard table (IBM table or foldable table)  X 3
    – able to accommodate 6pax under cluster table seating
  2. Chairs X 20 pieces (white foldable)
  3. Professional Art Hanging System
  4. 30 Hooks (more may be requested depending on availability)
  5. Sound and microphone system
  6. Toilet within space (additional toilet outdoors available)

Remarks: all provided and complimentary for exhibitors hiring the Gallery Space

Yes, we allow at no additional cleaning fee

Yes! We can share with you our partner contacts upon space hire confirmation.

Our space is very popular for events like art exhibition, product launch, or private events. Please get in touch with us at Whatsapp http://wa.me/6562550711 or email us at [email protected] to arrange for guided site recce and we will assist you further on the space layouts & arrangement etc!

Yes, all activities are welcomed, like art activities, workshops, talks etc! You may consider art activities with Visual Arts Centre too, we can customise the session based on your date(s), timing, duration(s), no of pax, age and art activities choice like acrylic painting, batik painting, chinese calligraphy & ink painting and more! Enquire with us on these!

We will require full payment of hire fee with a $1000 refundable security deposit before the event. Kindly email us the payment screenshot for us to check and confirm the hire.

The exhibitor must notify the licensor immediately in an event that a cancellation is made and may be liable to pay for all losses and damages suffered by the Licensor. For this reason, the Exhibitor will only receive a certain percentage of refund by the Licensor as follows: 

In the event where notification is received on a date:

  1. Less than 120 days from event date: 80% refund
  2. Less than 90 days from event date: 50% refund
  3. Less than 60 days from event date: No refund

*The security deposit will be refunded in full to the Exhibitor

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