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Art classes could make your child happier and healthier

4th January 2018 by Michaela Bisset 3 Min Read

https://expatliving.sg/art-classes-in-singapore-kids-little-artists/

For most kids, seeing their art hanging up on the fridge is the pinnacle of success, but Shalini Kapoor and the team at Little Artists Arts Studio see things differently. In September, Little Artists celebrated its 20th anniversary with a two-day exhibition at the National Gallery Singapore. Featuring over 250 budding young artists aged from three to 17 years, and a guest list that reads like a who’s who in the Singapore arts scene and beyond, the inaugural Little Artists’ Laureates Exhibition was a resounding success.

Dr. Trisha Craig, Dean of CIPE, Yale-NUS College, chatting with Mr. Milenko Prvacki, Senior Fellow at LASALLE College of the Arts and a renowned contemporary artist.
Dr. Trisha Craig, Dean of CIPE, Yale-NUS College, chatting with Mr. Milenko Prvacki, Senior Fellow at LASALLE College of the Arts and a renowned contemporary artist.
11 year old Keagan Goh works on his portfolio piece for the exhibition.
11 year old Keagan Goh works on his portfolio piece for the exhibition.
Over 4,000 guests visited the inaugural Laureates Exhibition.
Over 4,000 guests visited the inaugural Laureates Exhibition.
Milenko Prvacki at the podium
Milenko Prvacki at the podium
10-year-old Renee Chong was one of the emerging young artists showcased at the 20th Anniversary Laureates Exhibition at the National Gallery Singapore.
10-year-old Renee Chong was one of the emerging young artists showcased at the 20th Anniversary Laureates Exhibition at the National Gallery Singapore.
Alan Koh, Director, Affordable Art Fair and Saskia Joosse, Owner, Pop and Contemporary Fine Art, discuss how artists can get showcased at events, stand out from their peers and stay relevant to the scene in the “Who Wants Me?” panel discussion.
Alan Koh, Director, Affordable Art Fair and Saskia Joosse, Owner, Pop and Contemporary Fine Art, discuss how artists can get showcased at events, stand out from their peers and stay relevant to the scene in the “Who Wants Me?” panel discussion.

Little Artists was founded by Shalini Kapoor in 1997. Two decades later it’s an award-winning fine arts school with art classes that have trained thousands of students (many of whom have gone on to study art and design at top universities around the world). Shalini’s “fine arts for all” approach encourages creativity across of Art for all ages (there are classes from 2.5 years onwards), mediums and skill levels. She explains why it’s so important to nurture creativity from an early age: “Some think that you are either born with talent or not. We’re all born with an innate desire to express ourselves, and art encompasses a wider range of activities than you may have ever imagined.”

“We expose our young students to a vast world of visual arts experiences. We help them first to have fun, then build their confidence in expressing themselves. We give them a platform to be themselves, communicate openly and release their talents. This inaugural Laureates Exhibition was a launchpad for these emerging talents. The development of each and every individual is at the core of what we do.”

Little artists studio
His Excellency, Deputy High Commissioner of India to Singapore, Mr. Ninad Deshpande and Mrs. Ong-Ang Ai Boon, Director, Association of Banks in Singapore, together with Mrs. Shalini Kapoor, Founder, Little Artists Art Studio, and Ms. Shantoba Carew, Senior Business Development Manager, launch Little Artists’ sister company “Artrageous”.

Guests of honour from various fields came together to celebrate with Little Artists Art Studio and launch its sister company “Artrageous”. They included: His Excellency, Deputy High Commissioner of India to Singapore, Ninad Deshpande; Dr Trisha Craig, Dean of CIPE, Yale-NUS College; Mrs Ong-Ang Ai Boon, Director of the Association of Banks in Singapore; Mr Milenko Prvacki, noted contemporary artist and Senior Fellow, LASALLE College of the Arts; Mr Alan Koh, Fair Director, Affordable Art Fair; and, Ms Saskia Joosse, Managing Director and Owner of Pop and Contemporary Fine Art. They were joined by Little Artists Founder and Director, Shalini Kapoor, and Senior Business Development Manager, Shantoba Carew.

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Young at Art

Aesthetics aside, art can make you a happier, healthier person. Here are just a few of its benefits:

Boosts your brain: Practising art sharpens the mind. Students must think conceptually to bring an idea to life, but unexpected outcomes also call for outside the-box thinking. This stimulates the brain, develops important problem-solving skills and aids memory; children who frequently use creative outlets have less chance of developing memory loss when they get older.

Builds confidence & positivity: Painting allows children to express their feelings without words; they use art to overcome shyness and tell their own story. Creating beautiful work also encourages a more optimistic approach to life.

Builds fine motor skills: Handling materials such as pens and paintbrushes improves dexterity and mobility in the hands and fingers.

Nurtures emotional growth: Children learn to pour out their feelings and take stock of emotions they may not even realise they have. Understanding their own emotional state helps them recognise which factors contribute to their mood.

Relaxes and distracts: Painting, sculpting, drawing and photography are relaxing and rewarding activities that distract your brain from its usual thoughts.

So, pick up a paintbrush, roll up your sleeves and get creative with your kids!

 

Brought to you by

Little Artists Studio
The Mandarin Gardens (Main Studio), 15 Siglap Road, #01-07 | 6449 0960
The Siglap Centre, 55 Siglap Road, #02-18 | 
6449 0339 
little-artists.com

 

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This article first appeared in the November 2017 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase a copy or subscribe so you never miss an issue!

Michaela Bisset

Michaela is the youngest member of the Expat Living team and therefore the best one. She's London born but Singapore grown. Third culture kid. She’s always on the lookout for the best drinking deals and latest vegetarian bites.

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