TANG DA WU

From his very first painting exhibition in 1970, to Earth Work (1980) upon his first return from studying overseas, to co-founding The Artists Village (1988), Tang has been a constant presence in the development of Singapore's contemporary art scene. Working tirelessly and staying true to himself as an artist through the years, Tang continues to contribute to the growth of the art scene by sharing his knowledge and experiences with the next generations, having been teaching at the National Institute of Education for the past twenty years.

Following up on his series of double-bill exhibitions at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in the recent years, Tang continues to draw upon local mythologies, art history, recurring motifs such as the phoenix, while looking inwards at his personal art practice spanning over five decades in creating this new series of works.

At 80 years of age, Tang's unwavering dedication to art can be seen through his sustained focus in making art every day, as he continues to hold the belief that art "should provoke thoughts, not to please the eyes or to entertain, much less for decoration." With his artistic vision, the installation works command a strong presence within the gallery space, captivating the audience and inviting us into his world.