Peranakan Blues

By Joseph Lin, Artzillions

"Peranakan Blues" centres on a light blue Peranakan shophouse rendered with warmth and affection against a yellow sky and sun-worn floor. Thick tropical foliage spills into the frame on one side, while a small red tricycle leans casually against the building, injecting a note of childhood whimsy into an otherwise nostalgic scene. The artist is drawn to juxtaposition, the ancient and the everyday, the heritage and the human, sitting side by side in easy, unspoken conversation. It is a painting about the layered texture of daily life in Singapore, told through a single, quietly evocative street corner.

About

Joseph is a young artist with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Tourette Syndrome (TS), and moderate intellectual disability. Art is a meaningful way for him to express his interests, observations, and unique perspective. His artworks are lively and expressive, often filled with bold colours, energetic strokes, and a strong sense of movement. Through shapes, lines, and colours, Joseph creates pieces that reflect his visual curiosity and distinctive artistic voice.

SKU: ARTZ-021
Medium: Acrylic
Dimensions (WxH): 53cm x 73cm