Visual artist Barry Yeow guides Jack to create his very own artwork.
Published: 2 Nov 2021
Time taken : <5mins
How does one express themselves through the use of vibrant colours and dynamic brushstrokes? Enter into the realm of freedom with artist Barry Yeow as he guides engineering student Jack in expressing his emotions that words fail to convey.
Video reproduced with permission from the National Arts Council.
Self-expression through art is grounds to convey ideas and emotions that we may not have the words for and find difficult to articulate, rather than focusing on the aesthetic values of the final product. By expressing one’s feelings, art is effective in reducing anxiety and promoting self-esteem as a form of therapy. Set aside any preconceived notions of creating art and take risks in the creative process because after all, the only “failure” is not trying in the first place!
Barry Yeow is the founder of 5 Seventeen gallery and is well versed in various art forms, including painting, sculpturing, batik and pottery. His art style focuses on dynamic brushstrokes and vibrant colours. He believes that art can heal.
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Commissioned by National Arts Council (Singapore), Pretty Exciting Stuff is an ongoing video series featuring conversations between everyday Singaporeans and our talented visual artists. Get to know our local artists and their mediums and see what goes on behind the scenes of this exciting stuff called visual arts!
