Artcommune Gallery

Artcommune Gallery artcommune specialises in Singapore’s Modern visual art and represents the finest artists, from re Even at that time, he knew he wanted to be an artist.

Mission
artcommune is a social enterprise dedicated to the growth of Singapore's Art by nurturing local artists and creating art works in a sustainable way so as to increase the overall wealth of Singapore's art collection. We are also committed in increasing art literacy among Singaporeans. Vision
We will demonstrate a sustainable business model for artists, so as to encourage more Singaporeans t

o step forward and take up art as a profession. We will be the gallery of choice for collectors who wish to collect high quality art. We will be the gallery of choice for artists to collaborate with in marketing their art. We will be the school of choice for art enthusiasts who want to learn more about art. Founder
Artist Ho Sou Ping, an aerospace engineer-turned-artist started painting when he was just 13. But in those days, art was not a common profession and no one propagated the idea of pursuing one's interest," he said. Convincing himself that art should be "done on the sidelines", he focused on his academics and even went on to do a master's degree in Business. But he never gave up on his art. He always found time to paint "Sometimes I get so engrossed in painting, I forget to eat," he said. Despite doing well in his corporate life, he set himself a deadline to retire at 50 to paint full-time. After making a conscious decision to go full-time, things fell into place. He found two sponsors who were willing to invest in his venture as silent partners. He finally opened artcommune gallery in October 2009. artcommune gallery was born.

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye1️⃣...
23/06/2026

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye

1️⃣ ‘Mohamed Sultan’, 1985, Watercolour on paper, 74 x 109 cm
2️⃣ ‘Old House’, 1993, Watercolour on paper, 76 x 56 cm
3️⃣ ‘North Boat Quay’, c. 1980s, Watercolour on paper, 55 x 75 cm
4️⃣ ‘Singapore River’, 1986, Watercolour on paper, 55 x 75 cm

An avid traveller and multi-media master, Tong Chin Sye possessed a rare ability to explore the life and customs of others through the graininess of everyday life. Combining Western and Chinese techniques with a curious, reflective lens, his dynamic paintings beautifully translate the bustling energy of town scenes, quiet provincial backyards, and the raw, authentic rhythms of local labour onto canvas and paper.

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye1️⃣...
18/06/2026

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye

1️⃣ ‘Old Teochew Street’, 2013, Watercolour on paper, 90 x 130 cm
2️⃣ ‘Tanjong Pagar Railway’, 2010, Watercolour on paper, 40 x 50 cm
3️⃣ ‘Open Air Restaurant at Chijmes’, 2013, Watercolour on paper, 36 x 51 cm
4️⃣ ‘Cafe at Chijmes’, 2013, Watercolour on paper, 36 x 51 cm
5️⃣ ‘Bhaktapur Pottery Shop’, 2013, Watercolour on paper, 53 x 73 cm
6️⃣ ‘Hot Work at Foundry (Beach Road)’, 2024, Acrylic on canvas, 60 x 90 cm

Renowned for his lyrical expressiveness and poetic charm, Ong Kim Seng possesses a rare and masterful ability to command the watercolour medium. Whether capturing quiet heritage quarters, fluid waterways, or the changing landscapes of Southeast Asia, his paintings effortlessly translate the brilliant play of tropical light, mist, and atmosphere onto paper.

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye1️⃣...
16/06/2026

 | Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye

1️⃣ ‘A Quiet Afternoon’, 2002, Oil on canvas, 63 x 53 cm
2️⃣ ‘Chat in the Afternoon’, 2014, Oil on canvas, 36 x 46 cm
3️⃣ ‘Returning Home’, 2015, Oil on canvas, 60.5 x 72.5 cm
4️⃣ ‘Chin Nam Street’, 1976, Oil on canvas, 55.5 x 73.5 cm
5️⃣ ‘Clarke Quay’, 2025, Oil on canvas, 60.5 x 72.5 cm

To this day, Tan Choh Tee remains a devoted plein-air painter. Whether rendering nature, quiet rural scenes, or changing urban landscapes, he possesses a rare ability to translate the fleeting intrigue of tropical light, colour, and atmosphere onto canvas.

12/06/2026

If you haven’t planned your weekend yet, this might just be the perfect place to spend it ✨ Come catch UNDER THE EQUATORIAL LIGHT from now till 21 June 2026, 12pm – 7pm daily at artcommune gallery | 集菁艺社.

| Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin SyeApa...
12/06/2026

| Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye

Apart from technical precision, her paintings reveal a sensitivity to atmosphere, elevating ordinary subjects through their warmth and quiet elegance. Her still lifes and floral paintings often reflect a deep appreciation for the beauty found in everyday experience.

| Lee Boon Ngan Still Life, Fruits 1966 44 x 52 cmLee Boon Ngan (1939–2017) was a Singapore oil painter best known for...
11/06/2026

| Lee Boon Ngan


Still Life, Fruits
1966

44 x 52 cm

Lee Boon Ngan (1939–2017) was a Singapore oil painter best known for her luminous floral still lifes and realist paintings. She graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 1965 with a practice that unfolded alongside the development of Singapore modern art.

Lee Boon Ngan was the sister of Lee Boon Wang and the wife of Chua Mia Tee. She belonged to a generation of Singapore artists who upheld the social-realist tradition in Singapore while developing a distinctly personal visual language.

Art Talks in June 2026 |Foundation in Art Series: Introduction to Art Appreciation & Art Collecting for Newcomers🗓 Thurs...
10/06/2026

Art Talks in June 2026 |

Foundation in Art Series: Introduction to Art Appreciation & Art Collecting for Newcomers
🗓 Thursday, 11 June 2026
⏰ 7.30pm - 9.45pm
📍 artcommune gallery
Registration is required at SGD 25 per participant.

artcommune’s upcoming introduces audiences to foundational strategies for art appreciation and collecting, offering new collectors key insights from an artist's technical viewpoint to help them navigate the market and avoid common pitfalls.

Kindly indicate your interest to join the talk here: https://forms.gle/bshS1YtXMY21jYX97

About the Speaker
Gallery Director Mr. Ho Sou Ping holds a Master’s Degree in Art History and regularly hosts art courses educating the public on the works of our local artists. Having founded the gallery in 2009, his singular commitment to raising the stature of Singapore art via artcommune as a platform is well-documented in the local media. Under his artistic direction and bolstered by his experience in the art industry, artcommune has consistently held various high-profile and strongly curated exhibitions, and has earned the trusted reputation of being dedicated to public awareness of our local art history from artists and collectors alike.

| Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin SyeA m...
09/06/2026

| Under the Equatorial Light: Paintings by Lee Boon Wang, Lee Boon Ngan, Ong Kim Seng, Tan Choh Tee & Tong Chin Sye

A major highlight of our current showcase is an exceptional historical work by , ‘Malay Portrait’, painted in 1958. This piece holds immense historical gravity and was featured in the iconic 1958 Equator Art Society annual exhibition catalogue. 🎨📖

1958 was a turbulent time, being the year right before Singapore gained self-government. Amidst Chinese student protests, political struggles, and racial fractures, members of the Equator Art Society believed art must serve a social role to reflect the struggles of ordinary people.

During this exact period, Lee’s brother-in-law, , was working on his epic masterpiece, ‘National Language Class’, aiming to dismantle the invisible walls separating different communities on the island.

Perhaps inspired by that exact same foundational vision, painted ‘Malay Portrait’. It stands not just as a beautiful realist portrait, but as a visual pledge for a cohesive society, built on mutual respect and unity, regardless of race, language, or religion. ✨

Come see this historic masterpiece and other incredible works capturing life under the equatorial sun.

| Lee Boon Wang Untitled (Floating Market)2011 87.5 x 30 cmBorn in Guangdong, China, Lee Boon Wang (1934–2016) was a ...
09/06/2026

| Lee Boon Wang


Untitled (Floating Market)
2011

87.5 x 30 cm

Born in Guangdong, China, Lee Boon Wang (1934–2016) was a Singapore realist painter who arrived in Singapore as a child and graduated from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) in 1953. He taught at NAFA between 1955 and 1956 and was a founding member of the Equator Art Society in 1956, a left-leaning group that championed socially conscious realism and the honest portrayal of local life.

Lee Boon Wang was the brother of Lee Boon Ngan and the brother-in-law of Chua Mia Tee. While united by a shared commitment to realism and local subject matter, each artist forged a distinctive pictorial language that contributed significantly to the development of Singapore art in the post-war period.

Over a career spanning more than five decades, Lee exhibited widely in Singapore and abroad. His works are held in important public and private collections, including the National Gallery Singapore. Today, he is remembered as one of Singapore’s most accomplished realist painters, whose works provide a vivid visual record of the people, places, and rhythms of life that shaped the nation during the second half of the twentieth century.

Address

76 Bras Basah Road, #01-01, Carlton Hotel
Singapore
189558

Opening Hours

Monday 12:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 12:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 19:00
Thursday 12:00 - 19:00
Friday 12:00 - 19:00
Saturday 12:00 - 19:00
Sunday 12:00 - 19:00

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+6563364240

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