About Us
About 7879 Gallery & Clayworks
The inception of 7879 Gallery & Clayworks is a humble one – a conversation over a cuppa of coffee in a hand-crafted ceramic mug between an art educator-ceramic artist and an art collector, who both shared a common vision in making art accessible for all in Singapore.
This vision takes the form of an integrated contemporary art gallery and ceramic art studio practice committed to representing some of the most visionary emerging artists in the SEA region, whilst also providing one-one and small-group ceramic art courses at 7879 Gallery & Clayworks to start. Other lifestyle art courses are also in the pipeline.
Inspired by the birthyears of its founders, 7879 Gallery & Clayworks hopes to develop its position as an artist-first gallery that mounts seminal, contemporary exhibitions with two missions in mind. One to support the growth of emerging young artists in contemporary fine arts and the other to elevate the craft of ceramics as an art practice.
About 7879 Gallery & Clayworks
7879 Gallery & Clayworks is a contemporary art space rooted in Singapore, committed to advancing the presence of Asian artists through a vibrant mix of local and regional programmes. Our initiatives include exhibitions, artist-led projects, public commissions, institutional collaborations, and interdisciplinary craft-to-art explorations.
With a growing network of gallery partners in Yogyakarta and Bali, and artist representation across the region, 7879’s programming is proudly anchored in Singapore—serving as a hub for creative exchange and cultural dialogue.
At the heart of 7879 is a belief in the transformative power of art and ceramics. This belief is shaped by our founders’ dual perspectives as artist-educator and art collector. We strive to make art collecting more accessible, and ceramic education more affordable—inviting both seasoned collectors and curious newcomers into the world of art and clay.
Previously located in the heritage-rich Little India Conservation District. Our new, larger, and warmer space fosters a setting where boutique lifestyle art thrives, enabling more immersive experiences and community engagement.
From this welcoming new base, we continue to champion emerging Asian voices and bring their visionary works to Singapore. In doing so, we hope to spark deeper conversations between Singapore and the region, and to enrich local perspectives on the diversity and dynamism of Southeast Asian art.