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On Slow Fashion with library@orchard’s Resident, Adel Ng
On Slow Fashion with library@orchard’s Resident, Adel Ng
Sewing, thrifting, upcycling — these are keywords artist Adel Ng live by. Find out how she creates environmentally-conscious fabrics.
Public Libraries Singapore
Apr 10
On Batik Ink Rubbings With library@orchard Artist-in-Residence, Malik Mazlan
On Batik Ink Rubbings With library@orchard Artist-in-Residence, Malik Mazlan
Malik Mazlan explores how the art traditional art of batik and Chinese ink rubbings can come together to create a new visual form.
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 26, 2023
Conscious Fashion with library@orchard’s Resident, Raeann Heng
Conscious Fashion with library@orchard’s Resident, Raeann Heng
In our increasingly hectic world, fashion choices matter. Meet our artist-in-residence and find out how to make conscious fashion choices.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jul 19, 2023
Things to Do at Our Libraries (July 2023)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (July 2023)
As the year hits its halfway mark, let’s reflect on what we’ve done.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jun 28, 2023
Flowers: Our Perennial Muse
Flowers: Our Perennial Muse
To bloom, thrive and flourish. How have flowers inspired the artistic imagination over the centuries, becoming our de-facto muse?
Public Libraries Singapore
Jun 26, 2023
A Modern Take on Chinese Calligraphy with library@orchard’s Resident, Elaine Chan
A Modern Take on Chinese Calligraphy with library@orchard’s Resident, Elaine Chan
Meet Elaine Chan, a self-taught Chinese calligraphy artist, and find out how she incorporates a modern twist to her artform.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 3, 2023
Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2023)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (February 2023)
Build up your emotional resilience, learn about free motion embroidery, understand what machine learning is, and more.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 30, 2023
Makers Next Door: Meet Jayne, Aspiring Maker And Peanuts Enthusiast
Makers Next Door: Meet Jayne, Aspiring Maker And Peanuts Enthusiast
Find out how the 23-year-old learnt to use the laser cutter, and her journey creating the entire set of Peanuts characters using the 3D…
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 25, 2023
On Saori Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Natalia Tan
On Saori Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Natalia Tan
What exactly is Saori weaving and how does Natalia use it to co-create with others and reduce textile waste?
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 11, 2023
Embrace the Learning Curve: Volunteer Philip Au on Teaching Videography
Embrace the Learning Curve: Volunteer Philip Au on Teaching Videography
Learn how the cross-pollination of his experiences has helped him to develop teaching techniques for his classes.
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 14, 2022
On Botanical Inkmaking with library@orchard’s Resident, Wild Dot
On Botanical Inkmaking with library@orchard’s Resident, Wild Dot
Why buy paints from a store when you can have fun extracting pigments from plants?
Public Libraries Singapore
May 18, 2022
Origami Sessions with Benjamin Tan, Library Volunteer
Origami Sessions with Benjamin Tan, Library Volunteer
Is that a bird? Is that a plane? Meet Benjamin, who has been folding paper models since he was 17, and now teaches it at our libraries!
Public Libraries Singapore
May 11, 2022
On Rattan Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Ng Si Ying
On Rattan Weaving with library@orchard’s Resident, Ng Si Ying
We speak to Si Ying to find out more about her experience as the artist-in-residence from January to March at library@orchard.
Public Libraries Singapore
Mar 23, 2022
Meet the Artist-Makers from Fertile Art Refinery
Meet the Artist-Makers from Fertile Art Refinery
What happens when you put a group of artists in a makerspace and teach them how to 3D print, code and use other crafting technologies?
Public Libraries Singapore
Jan 19, 2022
Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2022)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (January 2022)
Unearth the history of nautical charting, understand the relationship between art, tech and space, and get your child started on coding!
Public Libraries Singapore
Dec 29, 2021
Makers Next Door: Meet Designer-Artist, Bao Songyu
Makers Next Door: Meet Designer-Artist, Bao Songyu
Known for his work in 3D printing and robotics, Bao creates interactive installations through which people can learn about 3D printing.
Public Libraries Singapore
Nov 10, 2021
4 Unique Creations to Make with 3D Printing
4 Unique Creations to Make with 3D Printing
Want something a bit more personalised? Create items that match your needs with 3D printing!
Public Libraries Singapore
Oct 13, 2021
Digital Art Therapy with Ivan Chew, Library Volunteer
Digital Art Therapy with Ivan Chew, Library Volunteer
We speak to Ivan Chew, founder of the Digital Art Club at Yishun Public Library, on how this learning community keeps itself busy.
Public Libraries Singapore
Sep 22, 2021
Is Something Broken? Fix It with 3D Printing!
Is Something Broken? Fix It with 3D Printing!
Nothing lasts forever. The items that you’ve come to love will eventually break or become faulty. 3D printing is here to save the day.
Public Libraries Singapore
Sep 15, 2021
Staying Creative, Against the Odds
Staying Creative, Against the Odds
In a world ravaged by the pandemic, creativity isn’t merely for art—it’s a matter of survival.
Public Libraries Singapore
Jun 30, 2021
Things to Do at Our Libraries (June 2021)
Things to Do at Our Libraries (June 2021)
Learn how you can create art without physical materials, make coffee like a pro, and help your child cultivate a healthy spending habit.
Public Libraries Singapore
May 26, 2021
Stories That Never Die
Stories That Never Die
“Sometimes reality is too complex. Stories give it form.”
Public Libraries Singapore
May 24, 2021
Popular Disney Songs for Instrumentalists
Popular Disney Songs for Instrumentalists
Have you ever wondered how Disney songs might sound like without lyrics? Listen to them and learn how to play them on instruments here!
Public Libraries Singapore
Mar 22, 2021
MakeIT in 3D: 3D Printing for Repairs
MakeIT in 3D: 3D Printing for Repairs
Use 3D printing to create parts that may not be available anymore, or replacements for things that tend to break after wear and tear.
Public Libraries Singapore
Mar 17, 2021
Book It Out: Finding Inspiration Within Arm’s Reach
Book It Out: Finding Inspiration Within Arm’s Reach
Create functional and decorative items out of everyday objects that seem to have no further utility beyond their intended purpose.
Public Libraries Singapore
Feb 3, 2021
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