Welcome
You are invited to browse these paintings collated from famous museums and private collections around the world. Click on the image to view in full as the images are shown in a cropped form.
ONE: Sacred Art. Mythology. History.
TWO: Landscapes, Cityscapes, Scenes from Life.
THREE: Portraits. Still-Life. Contemporary Art.
FOUR: Art by Asian and Singaporean Artists.
Task: Of these images, curate five that capture your attention.
Use the following questions as a guide to understand the painting(s) a little better.
1. What drew your attention? Be as specific as possible.
2. What do you think is the story or emotion being expressed here?
3. If it is a still-life, why do you think the artist painted these particular objects?
Alternatively, use the See-Think-Wonder routine to consider the five paintings of your choice.
1. What do you see? (Be specific in your description.)
2. What does it make you think about?
3. What does it make you wonder about?
Vincent van Gogh -
Blossoming Almond Branch in a Glass with a Book