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From graffiti hiding in plain sight to pieces concealed in the backstreets, check out these urban artworks around Singapore for your next #OOTD.
Hall Of Fame
Along Bali Lane and Ophir Road is Southeast Asia’s first “Graffiti Hall of Fame” (popular street art term that refers to a place with several walls that artists can paint freely) which is a legal zone dedicated to well-known street artists. The artworks, created by 17 Singapore-based artists including Jaba Mathieu, ZERO, and ANTZ, covers 230 meters of noisy metal barriers. Here you can see a wonderful display of the greatest local street art talents that Singapore has to offer.
Location: 8 Bali Lane, Singapore 189845
Hindoo Road
If you go to Hindoo Road in Little India, you’re likely to see a wall bearing a portrait of Rajinikanth, the legendary Tamil cinema actor. The mural, which was painted by Mohamed Zulkaernaen (known as ZERO among other street artist) pays homage to the Indian population and migrant laborers that dwell in the city.
Location: Carpark. 11 Hindoo Road, Singapore 209110.
Everton Road
Take a stroll down memory lane at Everton Road. Here, Murals by modernist painter Yip Yew Chong, portrays images of old street barbers, Chinese domestic workers of back in the day, and old-school supply shops beautifully along the road’s walls. Seeing the art piece through a computer screen doesn’t do it justice as it perfectly encompasses a time in Singapore where life was simpler.
Location: 40 Everton Road, Singapore 089393.
Aliwal Street
Modern improvements to the vibrant neighborhood of Kampong Glam are nestled within the heritage sites of the area. Here you can find bright pieces of street art on the walls near Aliwal Arts Centre. With various artists that create new eye-catching artworks yearly, visit the area to catch this beautiful street art if you are in the vicinity.
Location: 28 Aliwal St, Singapore 199918
Chinatown
Begin your search for Chinatown wall murals on Banda Street, which runs parallel to the Chinatown Complex. Beautiful portrayals of the pioneers who developed our nation, from fishermen and laborers to Samsui women (Sanshui District female migrants, known for their bright red headscarves), can be seen along the street.
Location: 335 Smith St, Singapore 050335
With this list, get your water bottles ready, grab your kakis and some snacks so that you can head out for a street art appreciation day over the weekends.
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