The Collectible Experience (2024 - ongoing)
On View: Hearth Gallery at Gilman Barracks, Singapore
Co-curators Lizzie Wee and Bridget Tay explore the concept of art as merchandise in The Collectible Experience, by inviting audiences to examine the process of commodifying art and how it can serve as a catalyst for sustainable art-making practices. By making art more accessible and inclusive for both artists and enthusiasts alike, we hope to encourage an open dialogue on the commercial aspect of art.
Central to the exhibition is the concept of artwork as merchandise – a provocative approach that reframes the relationship between artists, their creations, and the act of collecting. By presenting works that blur the lines between art object and commercial products, we aim to spark a conversation on the potential of commodification in shaping artistic practices and sustaining creative livelihoods. The Collectible Experience seeks to break down barriers and foster a more transparent culture of engagement, by presenting artwork in tandem with merchandise to challenge preconceived notions of what artworks and merchandise are viable for artists to sell and invite visitors to re-imagine the role of art in their lives.
Through a diverse range of mediums and formats, artists participating in The Collectible Experience will showcase their experimentations of the process of distilling complex ideas into commercial objects. From colouring books to wearable art, each piece serves as a testament to the artist's commitment to making their work more accessible to a broader audience. As you navigate through The Collectible Experience, we encourage you to contemplate the role of commodification in art and its implications for artists, collectors, and the broader art ecosystem.
