Alicia Tan is a seasoned Singaporean artist known for her evocative and expressive watercolour paintings. What began as a childhood habit of doodling in the margins of notebooks gradually grew into a lifelong passion for art. Over time, her early fascination with lines, shapes, and forms developed into a deep appreciation for the world around her, especially the quiet beauty of traditional architecture and the delicate rhythms of nature.

Inspired by the charm of old kampongs, shophouses, and serene natural landscapes, Alicia seeks to preserve fleeting moments through her brushwork. Her watercolours reflect a thoughtful balance of precision and spontaneity, revealing not only what she sees, but what she feels. With each piece, she captures not just the subject itself, but its spirit—layering mood, memory, and emotion into every scene.

Through years of disciplined practice and exploration, Alicia has developed a distinctive voice in watercolour. Her mastery of light, texture, and transparency allows her to convey depth and atmosphere with a gentle touch, while her sensitivity to detail gives her work a quiet, meditative power. Whether painting a weathered wall, a still pond, or swaying watergrass, she invites viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the beauty in everyday life.

Beyond the paper, Alicia finds joy in painting en plein air with fellow artists, sharing both the creative process and the simple pleasures of life. For her, art is not only a form of expression, but a way of seeing, feeling, and preserving joy.

Passionate about nurturing the next generation of artists, she remains committed to sharing her knowledge with those who wish to explore the world of watercolour.

MAJOR EXHIBITIONS, COLLECTIONS

Exhibitions & Awards:

2024 Honorable Mention Award in the San Diego Watercolour Society - Out ‘N’ Anout Plein Air Show

2023 People’s Choice Award in the San Diego Watercolour Society Plein Air Exhibition

2022 “IMWA – Goddess of Beauty International Watercolour Flowers Exhibition”
Excellent Award
2022 Federation of Art Societies (Singapore) Singapore Women Artists Exhibition 2022
“Magnificence Once More”
One of the selected Artists
2022 “Global Art Connection Watercolour Exposition France Poland 2022”
Global IWM High Recommended Awards

2022 "Legion Paper Merchandise Award for 3rd Annual Women in Watercolour International Juried Competition"

2022 "Excellent Award for the International Masters of Watercolour Alliance (IMWA)
2021 “IMWA — Impressions of Europe International Watercolour
Art Exhibition”
Finalist
2021 “SAA Artists of the Year 2021, Nottingham, United Kingdom”
People’s Choice award and First Prize for Fremantle 2020 Plein Air competition
A member of Singapore Watercolour Society since 2018, Alicia is currently serving as treasurer (2021 to present). She is also part of SWS jury of Judges (2021 to present)