PUBLISHED September 5th, 2014 05:09 am | UPDATED May 9th, 2018 03:13 am
The Best of You, a social movement started by biscuit
manufacturer Julie’s earlier this year, will culminate in a special exhibition at the central
atrium of Marina Square from 22 – 26 October 2014. The free-to-enter public exhibition will
feature submissions to the movement, which encouraged Singaporeans to ask themselves,
‘Who is the best of you?’ It will also highlight artworks by established and up-and-coming
local artists and talents inspired by the movement.
Introduced in May 2014, The Best of You movement aims to promote personal affirmation
amongst Singaporeans, as well as to inspire them to acknowledge and appreciate the people
and experiences that have brought out the best in them. The movement prompts individuals
to slow down and take time out to recognize the small actions and achievements that they
often neglect.
‘The Best of You was based on a simple, universal notion of appreciation and affirmation.
Since our launch, we have received overwhelming support from the public in the form of many
heart-warming, inspiring and empowering stories. The exhibition is an ideal platform to share
the spirit of our movement through the spectrum of works from our public submissions, our
emerging talents, creative veterans, and the participating organisations that have supported
and been inspired by it,’ said Sai Tzy Horng, consultant and spokesperson for The Best of
You.
The free-to-enter exhibition will highlight and showcase public submissions and artworks from established and up-and-coming local artists and talents inspired by the movement – these include sharing sessions with comedian Kumar and actress/director Michelle Chong, a short film by Royston Tan, an edible confectionery installation by pastry chef Janice Wong of 2am:dessertbar, and works by award-winning director Lawrence Ong and artist Alecia Neo. In support of local up-and-coming artists, there will also be a selection of works by emerging talents such as Lim Qi Xuan and Kelly Lim of The Hanana and from partnering organizations such as Singapore Polytechnic’s School of Design, ITE, MINDS, the Yellow Ribbon Project, and Ministry of Social and Family Development.
For more information, visit their [website](http://the-best-of-you.com).