Step into Asuka Hishiki's cabinet of curiosity as the Botanical Art Gallery presents "In Green", a captivating exploration of nature through the artist's wondering eyes.

Nature pleases not only Hishiki’s eyes; it inspires her in various ways. She wonders, grows curious, and is amazed. When she sees something interesting, her imagination flies like a butterfly. It also worries her. We are facing very serious environmental issues now. Her thoughts and worries are woven into her artworks; however, her main motivation in creating them is to share the beauty of nature, celebrating the simple joy of experiencing it.

Artist bio:
Asuka Hishiki’s practice is centred on close observation of the natural world and the quiet joy of encountering it firsthand. Working primarily in watercolour and pencil, she draws vegetables, fruits, and insects with careful attention to their natural forms. Trained in fine arts at Kyoto City University of the Arts, Asuka’s work combines scientific precision with a sensitive regard for individuality and form.

Exhibition Programmes:
13 March 2026 (Friday); 3pm – 4pm
Speaker Series: In Green – Asuka Hishiki
(More information can be found here: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/visit/events/event-detail/EDSS2631/1724_Speaker-Series-13-March-2026-In-Green-Asuka-Hishiki)

14 March 2026 (Saturday); 10am – 11am 
Guided Exhibition Tour by artist Asuka Hishiki 

15 March 2026 (Sunday); 2pm – 3pm
Guided Exhibition Tour by artist Asuka Hishiki 

15 March 2026 (Sunday); 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Artist sharing session 

28 March 2026 & 25 July 2026; 10am – 11am
Docent-led tours

*Registration for the various programmes is required 15-min prior at the Visitor Counter on Level 1 of the Botanical Art Gallery. Limited to 20 persons.

Level 2, Botanical Art Gallery (Gallop Extension)
From 14 March 2026 to 15 November 2026
Open daily*, 9am – 6pm (Last entry at 5.30pm)
*Closed on the last Thursday of every month

Admission is free.

About the Garden City Fund

The Garden City Fund is a registered charity and Institution of a Public Character (IPC) established by the National Parks Board in 2002. The Fund works with corporations, organisations and individuals to better engage members of the public through conservation efforts, research, outreach and education. In doing so, we hope to cultivate a sense of ownership and encourage the community to play its part in preserving Singapore’s legacy as a lush and vibrant City in Nature.

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