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ART SG 2025: The 3rd Edition Singapore’s flagship art fair returns, maintaining its three-zone structure from the previous year, and an array of activities aimed at captivating both collectors and art lovers.While the number of participating galleries has fallen to 106—continuing a downward trend from 164 in 2023—the fair remains committed to delivering an inspiring art experience. Tae Art Man takes you through a preview of what ART SG 2025 has to offer to fight the challenges that fair is facing.
Bringing in New Galleries and Reuniting with Old Ones
ART SG 2025 continues with the three main zones seen in 2024:
- GALLERIES: The main exhibition area
- FOCUS: A zone for galleries showcasing 1-3 artists, making it easier to build collections and support promising talent
- FUTURES: A platform for young galleries established within the past decade
You can check out the atmosphere of each zone, as well as the two that were absent from the inaugural event, in this vdo clip.
This year, new galleries joining include Galerie Gmurzynska (Zurich, New York), Marc Straus (New York), Haridas Contemporary (Singapore), Baik Art (Los Angeles, Seoul, Jakarta), and SUN CONTEMPORARY (Bali). Thailand’s own 333 Gallery (Bangkok, Seoul) will also participate.
After taking a break in 2024, INKStudio (Beijing, New York), ESLITE GALLERY (Taipei, Beijing), Cardi Gallery (Milan, London), Zilberman (Istanbul, Berlin, Miami), Yeo Workshop (Singapore), and artcommune gallery (Singapore) are making their return to the fair this year.
Major names from the inaugural edition, such as Gagosian (New York, London), White Cube (London, Hong Kong), and Thaddaeus Ropac (London, Paris), will once again showcase their collections in 2025. Joining them is Kaikai Kiki Gallery (Tokyo), led by Takashi Murakami, the pioneer of Superflat art, who has remained a participant since first joining ART SG in 2024.
PLATFORM: A Creative Space for Artists
The PLATFORM section at ART SG serves as a dedicated showcase for the works of prominent artists, with installations featured throughout the fair. This year’s featured artists in these following.
The installation work Moon Ensō (Engessō 円⽉相) (2024) by Japanese-American artist Miya Ando features 29 printed chiffon panels, representing the lunar orbit over 29 days, based on her indigo-painted series Moon Almanac. Created during the COVID-19 lockdown in New York City, these works were presented by Sundaram Tagore Gallery (New York, Singapore, UK).
The Lands Below the Winds (2024) by Singaporean artist Khairulddin Wahab is an art installation composed of three paintings on canvas, blending narratives of geography, maritime history, and the complex role of water as both a life-giving and destructive force (similar to the Taoist philosophy of Laozi). The artwork also delves into the sea’s dual role as both a barrier and a gateway to the broader world. It is presented by Cuturi Gallery (Singapore, UK).
Singaporean artist Shavonne Wong presents Meet Eva Here (2024), an interactive art piece using an AI chatbot that allows viewers to converse with a three-dimensional AI entity. This experimental artwork reflects societal perspectives on artificial intelligence and human relationships. Responses from the AI are uploaded to Instagram Stories, creating a unique social experience. Presented by The Columns Gallery (South Korea, Singapore).
Promenade Chambord (2022) by Argentinian-French artist Pablo Reinoso is part of his renowned ‘Spaghetti Bench’ series, which transforms ordinary public benches into expressive sculptures while retaining their functional essence. Reinoso’s sculptures are displayed at notable public locations such as Société des Amis du MNAM, Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris; Fonds national d’art contemporain, Paris; Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris; Museo de Arte Moderno de Buenos Aires, Argentina and Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo. This piece is presented by Waddington Custot (UK).
Thai Contemporary Art at ART SG 2025
ART SG 2025 serves as a major platform for Southeast Asian art. Prominent Thai galleries participating include 333 Gallery, Bangkok CityCity Gallery, Richard Koh Fine Art, SAC Gallery, Tang Contemporary Art Gallery, and Warin Lab Contemporary, all of which will showcase their distinctive works on the international stage.
Additionally, the Artist Talks at ART SG 2025 will cover topics such as Bangkok’s contemporary art scene, the intersection of performance and visual art, the relationship between art and artificial intelligence, the current landscape of film and video art, and more. Among the speakers will be Korakrit Arunanondchai, a Thai artist who was invited to participate in the 2019 Venice Biennale.
Special Activities and Collaborations at ART SG 2025
Beyond the exhibitions, ART SG 2025 will feature numerous art-related activities, such as the exclusive dinner “Of Milk and Water,” a collaboration between acclaimed artist Pinaree Sanpitak (a 2022 Venice Biennale participant) and Chef Ivan Brehm from Nouri restaurant, fusing art and cuisine. Additionally, a film program curated by Stefano Rabolli Pansera, Artistic Director of Bangkok Kunsthalle, will present selections from a range of artists. There will also be a the “Black Tie Sarong Party” at Capella Singapore on January 17, 2025, hosted by Dr. Chomwan Weeraworawit and Lynn Visudharomn to celebrate Thai art and foster connections among collectors and art enthusiasts.
The Future of ART SG: A Critical Moment
As the number of participating galleries continues to decline, ART SG 2025 faces a pivotal year. The art fair must regain momentum to remain a key player in the increasingly competitive regional art market. Since its inaugural edition in 2023, ART SG has prompted local competitors to elevate their game, benefiting the art world as a whole. How ART SG 2025 will fare in this challenging environment remains to be seen.
ART SG 2025: Ticket and Visiting Information
ART SG 2025 will take place at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, from January 17 to 19, 2025, with a Vernissage on January 16. Tickets can be purchased though the official ART SG website.
In the meantime, you can check out full reviews of ART SG 2024 and ART SG 2023 (along with Singapore Art Week 2024).
Story: Tae Art Man
Photos: Tae Art Man // Tooh Athit
