Trash-sure

Artist: Bordalo II

The magnificent Sumatran Tiger sculpture spans 10m long and 7m tall and is made entirely from trash collected all over Singapore.

Created for Trash-Sure, a campaign that uses art to narrate sustainability, the sculpture calls attention to the mounting waste that pollutes our planet because of our excessive and inconsiderate consumption. 

Trash-Sure hopes to raise awareness of the scarcity of Earth's precious resources and why we should reduce, reuse and recycle to sustain our fragile planet and keep it habitable for future generations.

In portraying a Sumatran tiger for this campaign, Trash-Sure is also bringing to the fore the plight of this critically endangered species. Relentless deforestation and rampant poaching are pushing it into extinction.

Planet

Artist: Marc Quinn

A hefty seven tons, this impressive bronze sculpture is 9m long and 3m tall. It portrays an oversized reproduction of the artist’s own son, Lucas, as a baby. The sculpture’s weight is masterfully balanced on the infant’s right hand, creating the illusion that the sculpture is floating in the air. Created in 2008, the sculpture was exhibited for the first time at the Beyond Limits exhibition of contemporary sculpture at Chatsworth House, then later at the 2012 The Littoral Zone, at the Musee Oceanographic in Monaco. 

Happy Life

Artist: Manolo Valdes

Influenced by historical masterpieces, Spanish artist Manolo Valdes’ works are forceful and decorated with historical art symbols. He creates large works in which the lighting and colours express a sensation of tactility. In Happy Life, image and matter are fused in a body of work that wanders between Pop Art and material art, with its vivid colours and curious geometric shapes lighting up the space it fills, inviting everyone who encounters it to ponder the simple meanings of joy in everyday life.

Perpetual Blooms

Artist: Han Sai Por

An art piece by Cultural Medallion recipient Han Sai Por, this collection of 12 stainless steel sculptures symbolises the state of perpetual bloom of flowers at Gardens by the Bay. Standing elegantly over water, at heights between 1.5m and 3m tall, the highly polished stainless steel of each piece reflects the soothing colours of the sky and the verdant surroundings of Serene Garden, where it stands. The changing colours of nature, are in turn, a reflection of life and vibrancy. Among the blooms are two dragonflies that portray the harmony of flora and fauna found in the Gardens. Beyond the dragonfly being the logo of Gardens by the Bay, dragonflies are indicators of clean water in a healthy ecosystem, signifying the sustainable foundations of the Gardens.

Onward Ahead

Artist: Chong Fah Cheong

Created by Cultural Medallion recipient Chong Fah Cheong, a pioneer sculptor known for public works capturing Singapore’s heritage and community life, this sculpture was commissioned for the nation’s 60th year of independence. It celebrates harmony across race and religion, inspiring Singaporeans to forge ahead in unity and prosperity. 

Floral Clock

This seven-metre-wide Floral Clock draws inspiration from the signature characteristics of Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak collection and fuses traditional and contemporary landscaping elements in its design. Featuring tropical plants with coloured foliage and flowers, its plant palette will be refreshed regularly for the public to enjoy.