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National Library Reference Guides

Visual Arts

Take a look at visual art collections from Singapore and Southeast Asia

Last updated 22 July 2026

Untold Stories: Four Singapore Artists' Quest for Inspiration in Bali 1952

Explore the references, research materials, and archival sources used in developing the exhibition, Untold Stories: Four Singapore Artists’ Quest for Inspiration in Bali 1952.

Art X Stacks

Explore this Resource Guide to discover books, articles, and special collections linked to the "Art X Stacks" display at the National Library's Lee Kong Chian Reference Library.

Art Movements

Explore key art movements from the 20th century in the West and Singapore, with curated books, articles, and websites to guide your research.

Modern Art in Singapore

Explore the history and development of modern art in Singapore through curated books, articles, and audiovisual materials available at the National Library Board.

Nanyang Artists

Explore the history of the Nanyang art movement and its key artists through a curated list of books, articles, and videos.

Southeast Asian Artists

Explore the history and evolution of Southeast Asian art through a curated selection of books, articles, and videos compiled by the National Library.

The Arts Space

Discover all seasons of The Arts Space, a curated experience at the National Library

Visual Artists

Black and white photograph of Chua Ek Kay

Chua Ek Kay

Explore a curated collection of resources on Chua Ek Kay, Singapore's celebrated ink painter and 1999 Cultural Medallion recipient.

Self-portrait of Georgette Chen

Georgette Chen

Explore the life and legacy of Georgette Chen, one of Singapore's most celebrated artists, through books, articles, and audio-visual resources curated by the National Library.

Colour photograph of Lim Tze Peng

Lim Tze Peng

Explore a comprehensive guide to Lim Tze Peng, one of Singapore's most celebrated visual artists, known for his Chinese ink works and calligraphy. Discover books, articles, and other resources on his life and art.

sepia photograph of Pan Shou

Pan Shou

Discover the life and legacy of Pan Shou, Singapore's celebrated Chinese calligrapher and poet, through a curated list of books, articles, and videos.