Sand Painting: Layering Colours, Preserving Traditions
New Activity
Waterloo Street
- Discover the cultural roots of sand painting in Chinese and Asian decorative traditions
- Learn layering, contouring, and colour-gradient techniques using fine coloured sand
- Create a personalised sand artwork in a jar or clear display case
- Enjoy a calming, hands-on activity suitable for all ages
What to expect
Discover the beauty of sand painting in this 1.5 hours hands-on workshop inspired by Chinese and Asian decorative traditions. Participants will explore how layered coloured sand has been used in ornamental art, often displayed in bottles or jars as symbols of beauty and harmony
Guided step by step, participants will learn techniques of layering, contouring, and blending colours to create images inside jars or clear cases. The process encourages patience, creativity, and mindful expression
Brought to you by Trendsen Cultural Enterprise. Use your $100 SG Culture Pass credits for this workshop
A completed sand painting featuring carefully layered colours and a detailed design
A single sand artwork showcasing texture, colour contrast, and handcrafted details
Participants create sand paintings by layering coloured sand to form their designs
An individually completed sand painting, each piece reflecting personal creativity
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