When does art becomes difficult? Indeed, art becomes “artistically meaningful” when it is brought to face and intervene in the world. In other words, art can help reveal the difficulty of living in the world. But this is by definition a difficult task. Artists need to make sure that the way to reveal the difficulty in life is “artistic” – critical, imaginative and visionary, instead of being Read more.... How Difficult Is Art? : Art, Institution, and Resistance in the Age of “Cultural Populism”
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When does art becomes difficult? Indeed, art becomes “artistically meaningful” when it is brought to face and intervene in the world. In other words, art can help reveal the difficulty of living in the world. But this is by definition a difficult task. Artists need to make sure that the way to reveal the difficulty in life is “artistic” – critical, imaginative and visionary, instead of being Read more.... 
By Chin Yuqin Casey
Manila, Philippines—a city bustling, sprawling and overflowing with culture and life. My classmates and I had the pleasure of travelling there as part of the highly anticipated study trip organised by LASALLE’s MA Asian Art Histories programme.
In just a few days, we got an unforgettable taste of the city’s art, heart, histories, and of course its incredible food. It 
In 2018, Kelly rekindled her passion for art after participating in a workplace retreat that introduced her to acrylic painting. Since then, she has been on a self-guided artistic journey, creating commissioned works and deepening her knowledge. In 2021, Kelly broadened her horizons by taking short courses on Western art histories at LASALLE College of the Arts, igniting a newfound love for the subject. 
John's investigation of the Nanyang movement, a modern and contemporary art movement in Singapore, sparked his interest in the history of contemporary art in Southeast Asia. This newfound interest complemented his longstanding passion for paintings, which motivated him to enrol in the MA Asian Art Histories programme at LASALLE. John aspires to gain knowledge in order to articulate the connection that