Oh Swee Ai

Born in Singapore in 1978, Swee Ai graduated with a Bachelor of Business and Commerce from the Western Sydney University in 2000. Initially a Compliance Engineer with audit experience for 18 years, She is now a full-time contemporary artist since 2018 after attaining her certificate in Western Arts from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. Since then she is the Committee Member of the Singapore Art Society, The Society of Chinese Artists, the Club NAFA and the Women Artists Association (Singapore) and Permanent Member of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Alumni Association and the Penang Art Society.
Her style is a complex blend of impressionistic gestural brush strokes in oils with striking hues. With mostly local elements, her subjects comprise mainly of the cultures and traditions of Singapore. Swee Ai held her solo art exhibition “Serenity & Splendour” in December 2021 and “Simply Irresistible” in April 2023. She has been invited to exhibit at various international shows and her works have won several art awards in her artistic career. With numerous exhibitions over the years, her artworks can be found in the collections of organizations, museums and private individuals.

MAJOR EXHIBITIONS

SOLO EXHIBITIONS:
“Simply Iresistible” | Singapore |April 06 - May 02, 2023|
Indulge in the enchanting world of Peranakan culture through the "Simply Irresistible" art series. The artist's love for the rich diversity of Peranakan heritage comes alive as celestial animals are drawn irresistibly to traditional Peranakan wares. Meticulously crafted in oil, each piece pays homage to the intricate beauty of this culture. The harmonious blend of realistic and abstract renditions, accentuated by vibrant colors and gestural brush strokes, captivates the essence of tradition in a modern context.
“Serenity and Splendour” | Singapore|December 18, 2021 – January 4, 2022|
Indulge your senses as you explore a cohesive display where each artwork shares a stylistic connection yet boasts distinctive characteristics. Marvel at the harmonious blend of tranquility and creativity, capturing the essence of nature's tranquility and the boundless possibilities of artistic expression. Join us on a visual journey where every stroke tells a story, and each piece contributes to the overall tapestry of serenity and splendour.
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS (INTERNATIONAL):
 2023 - The Republic of Korea 24th  Incheon International Art Competition Exhibition – Gaon Gallery Incheon City, Republic of South Korea | By National Arts Association | December 13 -24, 2023|
2023 - Life in Peace International Art Group Exhibition – Shiraz Sarvenaz Art Gallery | Fars Province, Iran |November 24 – 29, 2023|
2023 -  Affordable Art Fair Singapore – F1 Pit Building, Singapore | November 10-12, 2023|
2023 - Artquake 12 International Group Exhibition – Nigde Art Gallery | Cappadocia, Turkey  |October 18-31, 2023|
 2023 -  12th Asia Art Alliance Exhibition - ION Art Gallery, Singapore | July 4 -7, 2023|
2022 - The Republic of Korea 23rd  Incheon International Art Competition Exhibition – Incheon Subong Cultural Center | Incheon, Republic of Korea|December 8 -20, 2022|
2022 - International Collaborations Exhibition  – Fantapia M Gallery | Fantapia M Changkihwan Art Museum, Republic of Korea |September 20 - October 10, 2022|
2022 - The 28th Asia Watercolour Exhibition – Maru Art Center | Seoul, Republic of Korea| August 31 – September 06, 2022|
2021 - The Republic of Korea 22nd Incheon International Art Competition Exhibition – Incheon Culture & Arts Center | Incheon Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea| November 13 – 18, 2021|
2021 - Beyond the Borders, International Art Exhibition – Fantapia M Gallery | Fantapia M Changkihwan Art Museum, Republic of Korea |October 1 - November 17, 2021|
2020 - The Republic of Korea 21st Incheon International Art Competition Exhibition – Incheon Culture & Arts Center | Incheon Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea | November 27 – December 6, 2020|
2020 - 6th Geoje International Art Festival “Atomic Peace”- Haegeumgang Theme Museum |
Republic of Korea, Geoje | September 1 – October 25, 2020|
2020  International Exchange Exhibition “Across the River” - Incheon Culture & Arts Center | Cheongro Arts Association, Republic of Korea |July 1-7, 2020|
2020  International Prize Frida Kahlo = By Effetto Arte Editore  | Filodrammatici Theater Milan – Italy| | April 04 - 06, 2020 |
 2019 - GIOTTO International - By Effetto Arte Editore| Portugal, Lisbon| |November 20-22, 2019|
2019 - ART VOGUE D’ NATION 2019 Exchange Art Exhibition – Xu Feng Art Museum | China, Qingdao |September 20 – 25, 2019|
2019 - 5th Geoje International Art Festival “Freedom and Peace” - Haegeumgang Theme Museum | Republic of Korea, Geoje | September 1 - October 25, 2019|
2019 - International Art Exhibition “Dreamland” – Singapore Visual Arts Centre | Be One Gallery |August 1-4, 2019|
2019 - International Exhibition “The Bicentennial Year” - Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Women Artists Associate (WAA) Singapore | July 16 – 22, 2019|
2019 - International Art Exhibition “Shining Light in Singapore” - Hwa Chong Cultural Centre| Vision Art Media, New York |May 3-8, 2019|
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS (LOCAL):
 2024 - Splendour of Clementi Arists Art Exhibition 2024 – The Art House, Gallery 2| The Clementi Artists |March 28-31, 2024 |
2024 -  Inclusive Hearts for Art Exhibition 2024 – Asian Civilisations Museum| SDB Artspace, Singapore |March 16-19, 2024 |
2024 - CNY Spring Blossom Art Exhibition – Tiong Bahru Community Centre | February 23-25, 2024
2023 - Dr. Tan Tsze Chor Art Award Exhibition 2023– Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Singapore Art Society | October 27-29, 2023|
2023 - The 88th Anniversary Art Exhibition –  Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | The Society of Chinese Artists, Singapore, |October 14-16, 2023|
2023   Singapore 58th National Day Art Exhibition – Dance Singapore – Chui Kuay Lim Club | Women Artists Association (Singapore)  |August 5 - 9,  2023|
2023 -  Singapura Vibes – A Collective Art Exhibition – 1819 Gallery Tan Boon Liat Building, Singapore |August 3 - 29, 2023|
2023 -  ART VOGUE D’NATION - Celebration Art Exhibition - ION Art Gallery | July 8 – 11, 2023|
2023   ART VOGUE D’NATION - The Spirit of Singapore - ION Art Gallery | June 29 –July 3, 2023 |
2023  Singapore-Past, Present and Futures – The American Club|May 10 – June 30, 2023
2023 -  Voice of Art – BeOneGallery |ION Art Gallery, Singapore| March 3-8, 2023|
2022 - Inclusive Hearts for Art Exhibition 2022 – The Arts House| SDB Artspace, Singapore |December 16-19, 2022 |
2022 - Dr. Tan Tsze Chor Art Award Exhibition 2022– Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Singapore Art Society | October 27-30, 2022|
2022 - Stepping in SG57 National Day Celebration Art Exhibition 2022 – Kamal Art Gallery |Club NAFA| August 8 - 14, 2022|
2022  - Singapore National Day Exhibition 2022 – 1819 Gallery Tan Boon Liat Building, Singapore |August 8 - 29, 2022|
2022 - ART VOGUE D’NATION – Together Art Exchange Exhibition - ION Art Gallery | May 7-8, 2022|
2022 - “Gorgeous Transformation Art Exhibition 2022” - Women Artists Association (Singapore)  |ION Art Gallery| April 29 – May 6, 2022|
2022 - Living with the pandemic – The Beauty of Our Lion City Singapore Art |Society Art Exhibition 2022 – Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Singapore Art Society | April 21 – 24, 2022|
2022 - Singapore Women Artist Exhibition 2022 “Magnificence Once More” – Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Federation of Art Societies |March 5 – 9, 2022|
2022 - SDB Singapore Art Champions Exhibition 2022 - Goodman Art Centre, Block O| SDB Artspace, Singapore |January 14-18, 2022 |
2022 - FASS Year of Tiger Western Art Exhibition 2022 – Federation of Art Societies @Tagore Lane | Federation of Art Societies| January 12-16, 2022 |
2021 - Singapore National Day Exhibition 2021 – 1819 Gallery Tan Boon Liat Building, Singapore |August 7-22, 2021|
2021 - Singapore Plein Air Exhibition 2021 – The Arts House | The Society of Chinese Artists, Singapore, Old Parliament Lane |July 23-28, 2021|
2021 - Women Artists “Truth, Goodness & Beauty Online Art Exhibition - Women Artists Associate (WAA) Singapore | April 2021|
2021 - Singapore Women Artist Grand Art Exhibition “Voices & Visions” – Singapore Chinese Culture Centre| Federation of Art Societies |March 5-8, 2021|
2021 - Year of the Ox-Cloud Exhibition 2021 – Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts |February 5, 2021 – December 31, 2021|
 2021 - “Art is Essential” 2021 Virtual Exhibition, SingaporeArtWeek – Singapore Art Society
2021 - Gatherings After 85 Years Annual Art Exhibition 2020 – 5 Virtual Galleries | The Society of Chinese Artists |December 29, 2020 – May 28, 2021|
2020 - Singapore Women Artist Grand Art Exhibition “Blossom Through Art” – Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Federation of Art Societies |March 10 – 13, 2020|
2020 - Geylang Si Paku Geylang Art Exhibition, SingaporeArtWeek – NAC Art Space Wisma Geylang Serai | Kamal Arts Ltd, Singapore |January 11 – February 2, 2020|
2019 - Dr. Tan Tsze Chor Art Award Exhibition – Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Singapore Art Society | November 14-17, 2019|
2019 - Singapore Art Exhibition “Singapore Bicentennial & National Day"– Singapore Chinese Culture Centre | Federation of Art Societies |August 17 – 25, 2019|
2017 - Artist Singapore Exhibition and Award Ceremony - Singapore Visual Arts Centre | Artist Singapore |October 31, 2017|
2017 - The 4th Art Journey Exhibition - Tanjong Pagar Art Gallery| Singapore Art Interest Group |August 18-20, 2017|
 2017 - The 3rd Art Journey Exhibition - Singapore Bishan Park |Passion Arts Festival |July 1-2, 2017|
2016 - The 1st Art Journey Exhibition - The Green Room by Aramsa | Singapore Art Interest Group |November 19-20, 2016|
 AWARDS:
 2023 - The Republic of Korea 24th Incheon International Art Competition -Special Award |
Painting: The Guardian| Gaon Gallery Incheon City, Republic of South Korea | By National Arts Association | December 13, 2023|
2022 - The Republic of Korea 23rd  Incheon International Art Competition -Special Award |
Painting: Leaping throught the Dragon| Incheon Subong Cultural Center, Republic of South Korea | By National Arts Association | December 8, 2022|
 2021 - 22nd International Competition 2021 – Special Award |
Painting: Dare to Defy| Incheon Metropolitan City, Republic of South Korea | By National Arts Association | November 13, 2021|
 2021 - The Best 2021 Modern and Contemporary Artists |
Painting: Vibrant Charm| Italy| By RUSSO | January 15, 2021 |
 2020 - 21st International Competition 2020 – Winning Prize |
Painting: Beauty in All Forms| Incheon Metropolitan City, Republic of South Korea | By National Arts Association | November 28, 2020 |
 2020 - International Prize Frida Kahlo Award 2020
|Painting: Dare to Defy| Filodrammatici Theater Milan – Italy| By Effetto Arte Editore | April 05, 2020 |
 2019 - Palm Art Award 2019 – Recognition Prize|
Painting: Abundance| Germany, Quedlinburg |By Art Domain Group | December 30, 2019 |
 
2019  GIOTTO International Prize - Artistic Merit 2019 |
Painting: Abundance| Portugal, Lisbon|By Effetto Arte Editore |November 21, 2019|
 2017 - Artist Singapore Award - Top 20 Artists Award |
Painting: Tranquility Walk| Singapore Visual Arts Centre |By Artist Singapore| October 31, 2017|
 ART MEMBERSHIP:
Singapore Art Society, Committee Member
Women Artists Associate (Singapore), Committee Member
The Society of Chinese Artists, Committee Member
Club NAFA, Committee Member
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Alumni Association, Permanent Member 
Penang Art Society, Permant Member