More support for arts freelancers

SINGAPORE: A national resource center catering for the arts and the world of arts and crafts for Singaporeans – these were some of the initiatives featured in a new blueprint.

The Our SG Arts Plan, launched on Friday (Oct. 19), details the focus areas for Singapore's literary, performing and visual arts sectors over the next five years.

The strategies were developed by the National Arts Council (NAC).

Public feedback was also sought during a three-week public consultation in September this year.

NAC CEO Rosa Daniel Said the Arts Arts and Technology Excellence in Three Ways: Building Key Capabilities, Tapping Digital Technology and Research.

"Through coherent efforts with our cultural institutions and key partners, we seek to collectively enhance opportunities for our artists and arts groups."

She added that with more targeted strategies, the council hopes to have deeper engagement with existing audiences and to grow new ones as well.

"We want to see the arts making a greater impact, especially on the lives of families, including young and elderly Singaporeans. We hope we can work together to champion the arts in Singapore, "Mrs Daniel said.

For a start, the NAC is seeking to conduct research and documentation, to better understand audiences of different tastes and preferences.

"Research is vital to helping us understand our audiences and the effects of our work. "Grace for the Arts," Minister for Culture, Community and Youth.

With the help of a freelance basis, a dedicated resource center will also be set up to support such arts professionals in 2019.

The center will allow for free access to various resources for various needs. This could range from such professional skills development programs, legal services and networking opportunities.

Other future plans for Singapore's art scene. The NAC said it will be so by bringing the arts closer to the community.

The initiative is now underway – a program that will take place in the neighborhood – will be expanded to the next 17 years.

Our Arts Plan follows the Renaissance City Plans two decades ago, and the Arts and Culture Strategic Review in 2012.