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Caricature with Cartoon.SG

Overview

Programme IDAEP0621278
Programme TypeWorkshops
Recommended Size 10 - 40
Language English
Programme Format On-site, Digital, Blended (mix of on-site and digital)
Cost $600.00 Per session $10.00 Per student
Primary Art Form - Sub-Genre Visual Arts - Comics/Manga/Caricature
Student Profile Primary Lower, Primary Middle, Primary Upper, Secondary Lower, Secondary Upper, JC/CI, ITE
Duration
Secondary Art Form - Sub-Genre -
 
Venue (where applicable)

Showcase

Programme Synopsis Unleash students' creativity in the Caricature Creation by professional artists from Singapore's renowned Cartoon.SG! Caricature is a vibrant art form, essential in animation, illustration, news media, entertainment, gift-giving, and modern game character development. This workshop demystifies the art, making it accessible and fun for everyone. In an era where AI can generate images in seconds, this workshop champions the irreplaceable human touch and creative decision-making that define true caricature. While AI can mimic styles, it's the human artist who brings keen live observation, intentional exaggeration for comedic effect, and the ability to capture the unique spirit and personality of an individual. Our Cartoon.SG instructors, full-time artists with experience at major Singapore attractions and international competitions, will share their "professional secrets" – teaching students to think and see like a caricaturist. Students will learn a systematic approach to analyzing faces, identifying key characteristics, and capturing a likeness through purposeful, humorous exaggeration. We'll explore diverse styles, from energetic cartoon sketches to more defined character studies, all while building foundational drawing confidence. Through guided exercises with famous faces and the unique thrill of live drawing classmates, students will develop crucial observation skills and the ability to translate what they see into expressive, unique caricatures. No prior drawing experience is needed – just a willingness to explore, laugh, and learn! This workshop aims to ignite a passion for drawing by hand, enhance visual literacy, provide insight into a creative industry, and demonstrate the enduring value of human artistry and personal connection in a rapidly changing technological landscape. Students will develop valuable life skills like observation, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving, creating art that truly comes from their own perspective." LEVEL DIFFERENTIATION (Applied across both sessions): Younger Students/Beginners (e.g., Upper Primary): Focus on very obvious features for exaggeration. Encourage simpler, bolder line work. Provide more structured templates or head shapes in workbooks if needed. Live drawing can be focused on just one or two features if a whole face is daunting. Older Students/More Confident (e.g., Secondary): Can be challenged to identify more subtle characteristics for exaggeration. Encouraged to experiment more with line weight and complex shapes. Can aim for more nuanced expressions in their caricatures.
Focus Areas Appreciate Arts & Culture, Acquire Skills & Knowledge, Articulate Thoughts & Ideas
Point of Emphasis Not applicable
Lesson Goal #1 Introduce students to the core principles of caricature: keen observation, capturing likeness, and purposeful exaggeration.
Lesson Goal #2 Equip students with systematic methods for analyzing facial features and distinctive characteristics to exaggerate and create simple line-based carica
Lesson Goal #3 Develop students' confidence in drawing through hands-on practice with photo references and live subjects in a supportive environment.

Visualiser

Cost Calculation : Total cost per session is calculated as = [Per session fee] + [Per student fee x number of students] Per session cost is $600 (2 hours or part thereof) Per student cost is $10 (per session of 2 hours or part thereof) The complete course is 3 sessions of 2 hours each. Customisation for lesser or more sessions is possible.

The Tote Board Arts Grant was introduced in 1995 to encourage the development of a vibrant arts culture in schools, and to promote arts appreciation amongst students.

Each year, all MOE schools and ITE Colleges may opt-in to receive the Arts Grant. Schools may use the grant to subsidise the purchase of programmes under the NAC-AEP and for the Artist-in-School Scheme (AISS).

All approved programmes are listed on the NAC-AEP Directory and come with a valid Letter of Eligibility.

To purchase this programme, contact the representative listed on the Programme Detail Page and make contractual arrangements directly with the programme provider.

Please ensure that a valid Letter of Eligibility (LOE) is obtained. Note that MOE procurement guidelines apply.

Payment should be made directly to the programme provider. Claims for the Arts Grant should be made via IFAAS and in accordance to Grant Guidelines.

Programme providers are permitted to make changes to the following aspects of an NAC-AEP, according to the school’s needs:

  • Programme duration, including no. of sessions
  • Cost of programme
  • Class size



Under the above conditions, schools can make claims based on revised programme costs using the same Programme ID listed on the Letter of Eligibility (LOE).

The following changes are not permitted when customising programmes:

  • Changes to content
  • Inclusion of non-approved instructor(s)

Offered by:

Kamal's Artshop

Kamal Arts is a visual arts practice and teaching studio with a community art gallery located at the rooftop of Wisma Geylang Serai. Founded by practicing artist Kamal Dollah, a dedicated batik-painting research facility and team of professional caricature artists operating as Cartoon.SG and more..

Contact

Eliyah Osman 63443369 admin@kamal.sg   Visit provider page

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