Introduction

The event I have chosen to observe is the Singapore Biennale 2008. The objective of this report is to keep an online portfolio of my observations while at the event. My methodology of research is by personally attending the event and taking notes and photographs while I did my observations. The Singapore Biennale 2008 is Singapore’s largest contemporary visual arts exhibition and its aim is to position Singapore prominently as an international hub and regional thought leader in the world of visual arts. This event encourages local artists to engage with the international art world through the medium of contemporary art. The Singapore Biennale also acts as a platform for collaborations with the global arts community and creates opportunities to cultivate deeper engagement with the arts. The theme this year is Wonder and it seeks to investigate the articulation and creation of marvels, riddles and illusions in our world today. Wonder becomes an education in humanity as it opens stimulating avenues of discussion, dialogue and healthy critiques on issues relevant to mankind. We are then prompted to look at the things around us, with fresh eyes and a new perspective. We then begin to ponder about our past, our present and even our future, with a renewed sense of innocence like a child. Many exhibits have been displayed at various locations such as Marina Bay, South Beach Development and City Hall. The venues that I visited were the Central Promontory Site at Raffles Place and City Hall at St. Andrew’s Road.