/The Second Edition
Symbiosis II —
The Mentoring Journey
Save The Date • 23rd Sep - 2 Oct 2022
An online exhibition showcasing works created by three mentoring groups led by Gemma Black, Heather Held and Yukimi Annand. They will be sharing their creative and mentoring journeys in the exhibition, Symbiosis II | The Mentoring Journey.
The Art of Letters Mentoring Initiative
In 2021, The Art of Letters launched a mentoring initiative with four mentor-mentee groups. This developmental mentoring focuses on catalyzing the growth of the artists in particular aspects, and where "hierarchy" is not significant as collaborative learning, The mentoring goal is to facilitate growth, elevate skills, knowledge or understanding in specific areas. After a successful exhibition in Feb 2022, we now welcome three more mentor-mentee groups this September 2022 for Symbiosis II - The Mentoring Journey.
About Symbiosis II | The Mentoring Journey
The mentors and mentees in The Art of Letters Mentoring Initiative have spent the greater part of 2022 experimenting, learning, exploring, and producing art. Their months of hard work culminate in Symbiosis II | The Mentoring Journey, an online exhibition featuring their journeys from ideation, through the creative processes to the finished works of both mentors and mentees, from 23 September to 2 October 2022.
The word ‘Symbiosis’ was chosen as it best describes the mutually beneficial nature of the mentor-mentee relationship wherein they inspire, nurture and amplify each other’s creative energy.
In conjunction with the exhibition, we will also host workshops, demos, write-togethers and meet-the-mentors and meet-the-artists sessions.
The sharing of the mentoring and learning journeys will enrich our community and hopefully inspire other collaborative learning relationships.
Participating Artists
Led by Gemma Black (@gemmablackartist): Bernice van Overbeek and Tan Su Sian are pushing personal boundaries and crushing challenges to produce innovative works never attempted before.
Gemma Black
Mentor | Australia, Canberra
@gemmablackartist
Bernice van Overbeek
Artist | The Netherlands
@bernice_lettersandthings
Tan Su Sian
Artist | Singapore
@tan_su_sian
Led by Heather Held (@heathervictoria1): Mabel Khi and Rachel Koh and Nathalie Mora derive inspiration from nature to produce stunning works of calligraphy art.
Heather Held
Mentor | Canda, Ontario
@heathervictoria1
Rachel Koh
Artist | Singapore
@letteringinphosphenes
Nathalie Mora
Artist | Costa Rica
@_lapizypincel_
Led by Yukimi Annand (@yukimi_annand) : Bakhyt Kadyrova, Qiana Liao and Nina Tran worked with the theme “Wearable Calligraphy —Calligraphic Textures” and created highly desirable items of clothing and accessories.
Bakhyt Kadyrova
Artist | Kazakhstan
@aster.calligraphy
Qiana Liao
Artist | China
@qi_an_a
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Highlights
Join us on Zoom for our Exhibition Opening on the 23rd Sep, 9PM (GMT+8)!
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Symbiosis - The Mentoring Journey is ‘Opening’ live on our Instagram page on the 23rd September 2022 (9PM GMT+8).
Follow us on Instagram for the live session updates!
Visit our Virtual Exhibition Gallery featuring 3 mentors and 9 participating artists
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Symbiosis | The Mentoring Journey exhibition will happen from the 23rd September 2022 to 2nd October 2022
The Art of Letters gallery will be accessible to the public starting from the 23rd September, 9PM GMT+8).
Participate in weekly Symbiosis Weekend events including demos, write-togethers & more
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Expect weekly artist demonstrations, write-togethers, meet-the-mentors and meet-the-mentee sessions!
Bid for artworks created by mentors, mentees & our calligraphy community!
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On 1st October 2022, we will have a ‘live’ online auction happening on Zoom where you will be able to bid for and purchase original artworks by our mentors, mentees, as well as other artists.
On the 2nd October 2022 - 3rd October 2022 (12pm Singapore time), a series of auction pieces will be shared on The Art of Letters Instagram page. Bid for your favourite pieces on Instagram!
Disclaimer: The hosts and organizers of Symbiosis Weekend events seek your understanding in case of unforeseen circumstances which require us to alter the dates or times of these offerings. We will try to keep you updated and informed within our means.
*Links will be updated closer to date
/The Second Edition
Symbiosis II —
The Mentoring Journey
Save The Date • 23rd Sep - 2 Oct 2022
An online exhibition showcasing works created by three mentoring groups led by Gemma Black, Heather Held and Yukimi Annand. They will be sharing their creative and mentoring journeys in the exhibition, Symbiosis II | The Mentoring Journey.