Author: Shiya

Invented over a century ago, Cyanotype is one of the oldest forms of printmaking. The resulting print is a distinctive image with cyan blue and white tones. Though this art isn’t commonly practised anymore, you can now have a chance to create your own masterpiece at Cyanotype: The Art of Sun Printing on 14 April 2018. The process of creating a cyanotype is rather simple. All you need is some guidance and the right chemicals. Essentially, an absorbent sheet of paper is coated with a chemical solution and an object is placed over it. After exposure to sunlight, the material…

Facial cleansing has always been such a mundane daily routine signifying the end of a day or the beginning of another. It feels like such a hassle to have to remove my makeup and wash my face, especially after a particularly long day. But this week I’ve been having more fun switching up this part of my day by trying out some unusual face cleansers. Some of these face cleansers are so strange that I got a bit of a kick trying them. There’s an oil cleanser that dispenses in the form of a non-drip foam, a face wash that comes…

In recent years, Singapore has become somewhat of a hotspot for art exhibitions. The latest exhibit, Disini, will be held at Gilman Barracks until September 2018, with no entry charges! Disini isn’t just a series of installations but a festival that also includes events held from time to time. The current installation features works from seven local and international artists. Here are five of the outdoor installations currently on display and my thoughts on whether they’re worth a visit. 1. Nenas Estate The most eye-catching installation of Disini is the Nenas Estate, which also serves as the heart of the exhibit. Contributed by…

i Light Marina Bay is back again from 9 March – 1 April 2018 with more installations that will dazzle your eyes. With a total of 22 light art installations spanning from the Marina Bay area to Esplanade Park, you’ll definitely be spoilt for choice. While we couldn’t possibly fit all 22 installations into one article, here are some exhibits that caught our eye. —Installations To Look Out For At Esplanade Park— 1. Transistable Plastic Transistable Plastic is an installation that turns what essentially is rubbish into an aesthetically-pleasing art piece. The vacuum bags are filled with crowd-sourced plastic containers and LED…

Women are known to be capable of doing it all — they nurture a family, juggle a job, take care of the house and somehow manage to find time for themselves. Basically, they’re tougher than anything. This 22 March 2018, head down to WeWork Beach Centre and support inspiring local female creators at Tough As Nails: Creators Market. Get inspired by the stories of female crafters while shopping for quality local goods. Participating merchants range from accessories to clothing, lifestyle and food. Local jewellery brands making an appearance include The Ordinary Co and Eden and Elie. Womenswear brand Esse The Label will also be showcasing their…

For a period of time, “film” photos were all the rage on social media; I’m sure I wasn’t the only one seeing countless “film” photos appearing on my Instagram feed, right? But, there was a catch — these photos were not actually taken with a film camera. Instead, they were shot using mobile applications designed to mimic the experience and look of film photography. I decided to put one of the apps, Gudak, to the test and see how the photos shot on it fared against those shot on an actual film camera. For the experiment, I tested Gudak vs a Fujifilm…

15 acts, 150 performers and a three-day festival guaranteed to touch your hearts – the True Colours Festival is back again this 2018! The True Colours Festival showcases performances by artistes with disabilities, proving that talent and hard work know no boundaries. The stellar line-up includes guest speakers and performers from Canada, UK, Australia, Cambodia, Japan and of course, Singapore. Musicians, dancers and singers – these performers are united by their can-do spirit which pushes them beyond their disabilities. One of the performers is internationally-acclaimed Canadian violinist Adrian Anantawan. Let him mesmerise you with his pieces and prove that not having…

Stuck in a monotonous routine? Hoping for a refreshing change? Well, how does a job involving months of travelling for free sound? Local travel start-up Seek Sophie is on the hunt for an adventurer(ess) to partake in their journey to document inspirational and remote locations across Asia. There are no strings attached but this role isn’t for anyone on the street. The Chosen One has to be curious, tenacious and not afraid of leeches. The job scope involves scrambling up steep mountains, wading through rivers and macheting through jungles. Also, you’ll need to be able to travel for at least…

Throughout the years in university, every undergraduate should have experienced at least one photoshoot in school. For those in my faculty, it was almost a rite of passage for freshmen to take OOTDs. But, not only do you have to werk your look, you have to find a location that looks good too. Fast forward a few years, we’ve lost our vigour for dressing up for photos. But hey, you can still benefit from our experience. Besides the ubiquitous white wall shots, here are eight photo spots around Nanyang Technological University (NTU) that you can shoot at! 1. Walkway At South Spine,…

The Singapore International Jazz Festival (SING JAZZ) is back again for its fifth edition at Marina Bay Sands this April 2018! With 12 mega acts and over 30 hours of live music, this musical extravaganza will keep fans on their toes and swinging along. The line-up includes international talents like five-time Grammy Award singer Lalah Hathaway, as well as artist Lauryn Hill, who will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of her album. Local acts will be taking the stage too. On 8 April 2018, there will be an exciting collaboration between the The Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra (JASSO), led by ‘King…

We were lucky enough to be one of the first few to have dibs at previewing the new Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+. The new features were impressive but were they really out of this world? Read on to find out as we share more about eight impressive features of the Galaxy S9 and S9+. 1. Best Camera Samsung Has To Offer So Far One of the key updates of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ is a brand new camera – the best of Samsung’s lineup thus far. Fitted with a super speed dual pixel sensor and dual aperture (of F1.5/…

Homegrown brand IUIGA launched last 2017 with the promise of bridging the gap between quality and affordability. This means that it offers similar products to brands like Samsonite, Muji and L’Oréal at a lower price. The products are sourced directly from the respective manufacturers and hence are assured to be of a similar quality. The team at IUIGA sent us some of their best-selling products which we eagerly put to the test. After a week of trying out the items, here’s our verdict on whether the products lived up to their promise. Cotton Jersey Bed Linen Set There was a huge hype…

Hustling hard at work is great but for those who hold desk-bound jobs, long hours stuck in chairs equate to very little time left to keep yourself fit and trim. Besides, sitting all day in front of computer screens could lead to bad postures. Deskercise Workout will help you to find a solution to this dilemma. On 6 March 2018, take an hour off to attend the complimentary lesson that will teach you simple workouts that you can do at your desk! The session will be run by an instructor from yoga studio Trium Fitness. These deskercises (desk-exercises) will not only…

In case you haven’t noticed this series of events on your Facebook feed, PRESSPLAY, an initiative by the National Library Board, is culminating this year’s arts festival with one final event – Lastplay. Head down to the National Library Singapore from 9pm to 1am for the finale event which will feature live performances, interactive booths and various food and beverages. Oh, did I mention that there’ll be a GIF animated photo booth at the event too? Who knew libraries could be this cool?! Local artistes like Abby Simone, Stopgap and M1LDL1FE will hype up the atmosphere with their energetic performances and tunes.…

Global warming is getting worse and climate change is a very real problem, though President Donald Trump might claim otherwise. By taking baby steps such as tackling our own consumption – overconsumption, to be precise – we can help reduce the spread of these problems. Practicing the three R’s is still very important but it’s kind of passé. After all, everyone’s familiar with it already. But, how about upcycling? If you’re clueless about the concept of upcycling, you really should head down to the upcoming UP Fest 2018. UP Fest 2018 is Singapore’s first ever family upcycling festival that promises an educational…