Art Therapy Open Studio is a community space for individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels, to come together to tap into the healing power of art as a means of self-expression and personal growth. In these sessions, individuals are provided with art materials and their own personal space to explore their emotions and thoughts through spontaneous artistic expression, which is supported by a trained art therapist on-site. 

This will be in a group setting and take place weekly, with the intention of providing a supportive group for the community. The therapist will make recommendations if individual therapy support and interventions are needed if the individual is unable to continue in a group setting. 

Art Therapist: Amanda Chen / Shirly Zhu

Own a piece of art, empower a story.

Our batik workshop lets you create alongside inspiring young artists with special needs. Learn their craft, make your own masterpiece, and celebrate their resilience.

This transformative experience is focused on tapping your creativity to aid in creative self-expression. Led by a seasoned art therapist, you will look from different perspectives and embark on a journey where there are no boundaries to your creativity. Engage in a variety of expressive art techniques and activities that encourage you to tap into your emotions. Through the process of creating, you'll gain insight into your inner world, reduce stress, and find healing in your unique artistic voice. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply curious about the therapeutic benefits of creativity, this workshop is your canvas for personal growth, self-discovery, and the pure joy of expressing yourself through art. Come and let your creativity flourish in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Art Therapist: Amanda Chen / Shirly Zhu / Gayatari Lele

Our well-regarded Food Waste Management Learning Journey at Our Tampines Hub will take you through the hub's application of the "Closed Loop Cycle" concept of managing food waste. It essence, with this concept, not one morsel of food waste ever leaves the complex for the incineration plants. The food waste is processed into useful products that can be use in Our Tampines Hub's eco-garden and in other areas of its infrastructure.

Food security is one of Singapore's primary concerns as a nation. We also waste food the equivalent of 2 rice bowls per person per day in Singapore! To help play a part in reducing this problem, education on food waste management is one of our specializations and it is the trusted company of many schools and coprorate organizations to conduct educational workshops on how to effectively manage and reduce food waste. One way is to through composting.

In this workshop, we show traditional methods of composting and technology-driven methods of composting. This culminates in hands-on activity involving the Smart Cara food composting machine!

Discover the transformative power of art as a therapeutic tool in our "Introduction to Art Therapy" workshop. This enlightening journey delves into the world of art therapy, offering an immersive experience for individuals interested in the healing potential of creative expression. You will explore the fundamental principles and practices of art therapy, guided by an experienced art therapist. Engage in hands-on art activities, gain insight into the psychology behind the creative process, and learn how to harness art's ability to facilitate self-discovery and emotional healing. Whether you're a budding artist, a mental health professional, or simply curious about the intersection of art and well-being, this 3-hour workshop provides a valuable foundation for understanding and experiencing the impact of art therapy on personal growth and mental wellness. Join us in unlocking the therapeutic potential of artistry and creativity.

Art Therapist: Amanda Chen

Kokedama making is an ancient Japanese way of displaying plants by encasing the plants in moss balls wrapped in twine material. Kokedama making has become popular in recent months and we have a workshop specially curated for you that packs a lot of fun and educational value!

Guiding participants towards a meditative painting experience to enhance and promote individual and collective self-care. By letting go of the outcomes, we examine how painting and mindfulness can be used as artistic and psychological support for participants through the personal experience of art-making.

Art Instructor:  Soh Ee Shaun

Making cute figurines from waste paper? Who would have thought of that? The power of creativity through upcycling! Learn how to prepare the pulp from waste paper and then follow a simple step-by-step guide to shaping the figurine to how you want it. Top it off by painting the dried figurines to your favourite colours. You will get to learn the history of paper making and its evolution.

Paper making is an art form dating back to ancient China. Along the way, civilization discovered a way to make paper out of the pulp of waste paper! Think of the trees you could save frok being cut down just for the production of paper. So what are you waiting for? Learn to make your own new paper from waste paper and learn this history of paper making and its evolution. You get educational insight and have fun at the same time!

Embark on a journey that explores the profound impact of colour on human emotions, perceptions, and well-being. Guided by experienced professionals, you'll uncover how colour can serve as a transformative tool for self-expression, introspection, and healing. Through hands-on art therapy activities, you'll learn how to use colour as a tool for self-expression, introspection, and personal growth. This workshop is designed to help you understand the therapeutic potential of colours, uncover hidden emotions, and gain a deeper insight into your own psyche. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a psychology buff, or simply seeking a holistic approach to self-discovery, this will be a transformative experience where you'll paint your way to self-awareness and emotional well-being.

Art Therapist: Amanda Lee / Shirly Zhu / Gayatri Lele

Interested in making artsy soaps? Join us in this soap-making workshop, which is perfect for beginners and even children (ages 7 and above). Whether you want to be creative or learn about better skin care, this hands-on experience is a great start. Learn how to mix scents and vibrant colors, and master techniques to create amazing soap bars using the melt-and-pour method. You can even upcycle your used and leftover soaps, making this an environmentally friendly project.

Create your own self-sustaining mini gardens in a bottle while learning the 3 main scientific processes which make plants survival in terarriums possible. A great mindfulness activity guaranteed to be both fun and therapeutic!

Create your own self-sustaining mini gardens in a bottle while learning the 3 main scientific processes which make plants survival in terarriums possible. A great mindfulness activity guaranteed to be both fun and therapeutic!

Create your own self-sustaining mini gardens in a bottle while learning the 3 main scientific processes which make plants survival in terarriums possible. A great mindfulness activity guaranteed to be both fun and therapeutic!

Create your own self-sustaining mini gardens in a bottle while learning the 3 main scientific processes which make plants survival in terarriums possible. A great mindfulness activity guaranteed to be both fun and therapeutic!

Create your own self-sustaining mini gardens in a uncycled bottle and dso something positive for the environment Get to learn the 3 main scientific processes which make plants survival in terarriums possible. A great mindfulness activity guaranteed to be both fun and therapeutic!

Have an old T-shirt, blouse, pair of jeans, or skirt that you're thinking of discarding? Not so fast! Have you thought of upcycling those old fabrics into certain household/office items such as a drinks coaster? Why not learn how to make an upcycled fabrics coaster to put your mug of coffee or pint of beer on?

Leather material with slight imperfections tend to be tossed in the trash bin. But if you take such leather pieces and craft them into neat little daily items such as name card holders and coin pouches, we could help to reduce wastage of leather material. Simple to do and loads of fun with your team mates, or loved ones guaranteed!

Leather material with slight imperfections tend to be tossed in the trash bin. But if you take such leather pieces and craft them into neat little daily items such as name card holders and coin pouches, we could help to reduce wastage of leather material. The science behind producing leather 

Canvas products are a rather common sight in Singapore? That banner advertising the swimming lessons in the sports complex of certain constituent? That is made of Canvas. But what do you do with these canvas products after their use has expired? We came up with a workshop that can educate particpants on how to reduce canvas wastage by turning canvas products into daily items such as name card holders, coin pouchs, and bi-fold wallets. Simple to do and loads of education value and fun guaranteed!

Canvas products are a rather common sight in Singapore? That banner in a heartland neighbourhood advertising a newly opened neighbourhood food centre? That is made of Canvas. But what do you do with these canvas products after their use has expired? Here, we have another wastage problem in Singapore. We came up with a workshop that can educate particpants on how to reduce canvas wastage by turning canvas products into daily items such as name card holders, coin pouchs, and bi-fold wallets. Simple to do and loads of education value and fun guaranteed!

Canvas products are a rather common sight in Singapore? That banner advertising the swimming lessons in the sports complex of certain constituent? That is made of Canvas. But what do you do with these canvas products after their use has expired? Here, we have another wastage problem in Singapore. We came up with a workshop that can educate particpants on how to reduce canvas wastage by turning canvas products into daily items such as name card holders, coin pouchs, and bi-fold wallets. Simple to do and loads of education value and fun guaranteed!

Self-watering planters are ideal for the busy professionals and students who want to start on a gardening project, eliminating the need to physically water the plants daily. Using upcycled PET bottles, this is a great way to your own part in helping to reduce plastic waste domestically!

This workshop is perfect for beginners exploring urban farming. We take participants through the need for more residents in Singapore to be able to pick up basic urban farming skills to help increase our food security through independent production. Participants will learn to make their own seed germination stations as the first step towards planting and growing their own vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

This workshop focuses on hydroponics as a high-tech form of urban farming. Commercial hydroponics machines enabling the soil-less cultivation of vegetables, haerbs, and fruits are now widely avaiable than ever before for the lay people to use to grow their food security. We show one such hydroponics machine, the indoorGreens' growMe system, can be used in the comfort of your own living space to grow your vegetables, fruits, and herbs and help you save cost!

In line with food sustainability and urban farming, our mushroom growing workshops teach participants the science behind how mushrooms grow and thrive, and Singapore's approach to food sustainability, of which urban farming plays a big part. With less than 1% availability of commerical farming space, residents in Singapore's urban landscape can still help to realize Singapore's goal of 30% independent food production by the year 2030.