Watch out for my next exhibition at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve in Dec 08.
Here are two thumbnail references for plein air painting at the Main Hide on 2 June, 08.
Tham Pui San, updated 2 June 08.
Coming soon: oil series for Sg Buloh June 2, 2008
A Charcoal Sketch to record my walk September 23, 2008
Sungei Buloh vs Johor Bahru skyline
One of my favourite walks I take at Buloh is at this mangrove boardwalk. I could see Malaysia across the straits. The contrasting shapes of mangrove trees silhouetted against the city skyline of Johor Bahru caught my attention, making it a telling image of nature vs man, complementing perhaps in terms of aesthetics or silently declaring our co-existence is in imminent disruption. Neither aspect was the reason for my sketch. I scanned the horizon, everything there look tranquil and still. No human presence, no traffic noise and no trash washed ashore this morning. The silence is only broken by occasional bird calls. Its another perfect morning to start my new day.
Tham Pui San
23Sep 08
Nature Art On Trash Bins July 31, 2009
Volunteers Work of Art
Trash Bin Art: The next time you visit Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve be sure to enjoy the beautiful artwork done by our conservation volunteers and the Buloh Dabblers. A special activity for the Volunteer Appreciation Day on the 18 OCt, 2008, was the trash bin painting contest. Volunteers were given 2 hour to paint these bins, on all 5 sides if they had the time. And most met the challenge headon and managed to complete. The finished panels were simply beautiful and brightens up the images of the otherwise taken for granted bins. Thanks to all who participated.
Tham Pui San, 20 Oct 2008
Trash Bin Art January 15, 2012
Storkbilled kingfisher
When I chanced upon a new trash bin on the main bridge, it crossed my mind to have it painted with a nature subject. And what better image indeed should be appropriate for this main bridge at Sungei Buloh Wetlands than the stork-billed kingfisher. This particular bird is often seen here in the mornings and many have been awed by its antics and beautiful plumage. And painting it is that much more meaningful knowing it is a record of its popularity here.
Tham Pui San 15 Jan 2012.
Paint along with Pui San January 15, 2012
The next session ( also the first for 2012) will be conducted on 26 Feb. 2012. This also marks my 10th anniversary of becoming a volunteer at this reserve.
New participants will benefit from the class exercises before the outdoor session begins.
The session will be held in the workroom from 0830 to 10am , from which students will proceed to the outside areas for their on-site drawing and painting.
Tham Pui San updated 15 Jan 2012.
Pastel Art In Singapore December 1, 2011
Our National Library Board launched this book ” Pastel Art In Singapore” on 25 Nov 2011.
It is hoped that more people will be aware of this traditional medium and its history in Singapore.
Several pastel artists are featured here and I am honored to be one of them. Three of my recent pastel paintings are included within.
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Wetlands Art Exhibition November 28, 2011
The Buloh Dabblers will be mounting an art exhibition showcasing the biodiversity of this wetland reserve to celebrate 18th anniversary of this wetlands reserve.
Under the guidance of volunteer artist Tham Pui San, the Dabblers have created 25 pieces which will be on show from 10 Dec to 15 January 2012.
ThamPui San 28 Nov, 2011.
Paint along with Pui San November 3, 2011
The next session will be conducted on 27Nov, at the main bridge and main hide areas. W e will also meet at the workroom to finish up artworks meant for the anniversary exhibition, which will fall on 10Dec, 2011.
See you guys on 27 Nov from 0830 to 1200.
Paint along with Pui San October 18, 2011
Mudskipper at Buloh
The next outdoor painting session will be conducted at the Nature Gallery area.
You can walk to the main bridge from here to get more painting ideas. The session starts from 0830. on 30 Oct 2011.
See you there.
Tham Pui San, 18 Oct 2011
Sketching on family vacation October 18, 2011
Sharing time with family during vacation is my top priority and if there is any chance to sketch my drawing tools are at hand. Often times I combine the two. Waiting to be served dinner, I would grab the few minutes just to record the restaurant scene. And there’s always the golden opportunity when others are shopping. Waking up early before others give me the quiet time to walk and sketch and when i got back they would just be awake. Nobody would miss out Dad this way. Chiangmai has its special place in my heart as a vacation spot and family. Please enjoy the scenes I sketched last fortnight we were there.
Yesterday Hotel, ChiangmaiHappy Hut Cafe, Nimman Road.
