The Singapore Art Gallery Guide (SAGG) is the first and most comprehensive guide to the art and cultural institutions of Singapore. Established in 2004, SAGG is a publication that began with the vision of making the arts in Singapore a more enriching experience. The monthly guide offers a wide-ranging talk about the arts, not limited to the visual arts but also encompassing forms of the performing arts, film and photography, in addition to providing comprehensive information about art galleries, performance centres, artists, exhibitions and events in town.
Complementing the regular print issues, SAGG online shows lastminute updates and offers many additional features and functions:
- Browse our online issues or download to read later.
- Watch videos from latest art events and artists.
- Search for exhibitions, events, artists and venues by various criteria.
- Find all articles ever published inside SAGG.
- Rate and write your comments about exhibitions, venues and artists.
- Register to receive SAGG's weekly email newsletter.
How often is the Singapore Art Gallery Guide published? SAGG print issues are published every month, except during the summer holiday period (June & July) as well as around Chinese New Year (January & February), for which we combine two months into one issue. In total, SAGG is printed 10 times a year: Jan/Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun/Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.
What is the size of the publication?
It's a pocket sized publication (11. 5 x 21 cm) and easy to carry with you when visiting the galleries.
Which art genres are published inside SAGG?
Although the Singapore Art Gallery Guide (SAGG) started with a focus on the visual arts, it soon became necessary to include performing arts. Today we cover visual arts, theatre, dance, music, film and literature.
Where can I get individual copies?
Copies of the Singapore Art Gallery Guide are available at the following venues: Alliance Française de Singapour, Asian Civilisations Museum, Artscience Museum, Crown Relocations Singapore, DBS Arts Centre, Goodman Arts Centre, Japan Creative Centre, LASALLE College of the Arts, Malay Heritage Centre, National Museum of Singapore, Ngee Ann Polytechnic (School of Humanities & Social Sciences), NUS Museum, NUS Centre For the Arts, NUS BABA House, Peranakan Museum, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Changi Airport - Terminals 1-3, Singapore Art Museum, Singapore Public Libraries, Singapore Tourism Board (Ticket Cube along Orchard Road between Ngee Ann City and Wisma Atria), Singapore Tyler Print Institute, Swissôtel THE STAMFORD, tcc - the connoisseur concerto, Theatreworks, The Arts House, The Esplanade-Theatres on the Bay, The Substation, Red Dot Design Museum.
What are the benefits to register as an artlover with sagg.com.sg?
With the free registration you can rate or comment articles, exhibitions and venues, browse our archives and subscribe to the weekly email newsletter.
What is the newsletter about?
In our weekly newsletter we list art events like workshops, performances, tours, talks etc. but also remind you of exhibitions opening or finishing within the next seven days. Continuing exhibitions are not listed in the newsletter, but you can find them in the ‘exhibitions’ section of our website. We send out the free newsletter every Thursday at 4 pm by email.
How can I subscribe to the newsletter?
In order to receive our weekly email newsletter, please register online following this link . After you click the ‘send registration’ button, we will send you an email to verify your data. Click on the link in that email to activate your account. Now you can login any time. After login, click on ‘Newsletter’ in the user menu to start subscribing to our newsletter. In order to unsubscribe, just click the same box again.
What are the benefits to publish inside SAGG?
Individual Artists reach a wider audience, find support for their artworks and increase bonding with already existing collectors.
Art Galleries inform the public about activities and enhance their customer base.
Art Organizations inform and invite the public to participate in their activities.
Arts Professionals announce their skills to build or increase a customer base.
Art Businesses offer products and services to increase network opportunities and find new customers.
Corporations supporting the arts as sponsors or donors show their social responsibility, enhance the brand association and reach new audiences
How can I promote art events inside the newsletter?
If you book the ONLINE ONLY LISTING, your activities will be available both on our website as well as inside the newsletter. Please be aware that only special events as well as beginning and ending exhibitions will be published inside the newsletter.
If you book a REGULAR WEBBANNER it will be published on every page of our website as well as inside each newsletter to the right of the main contents.
Which options are available to promote my art activities inside SAGG?
Depending on your needs and budget, make your choice between:
ONLINE ONLY or ONLINE & PRINT:
a) If you choose ONLINE ONLY, your activities shall be published on our website as well as inside our weekly email newsletter.
b) If you choose ONLINE & PRINT, in addition to website and newsletter, your details will also appear inside SAGG’s print issues.
Furthermore you can select the perfect length of time for your publicity:
ONE ISSUE, ONE YEAR, TWO YEARS:
a) If you have events happening occasionally only, we are happy to promote it for a particular issue only.
b) If you already manage to make a living from your art activities, save with a yearly promotion.
c) If you are a serious player in the local art scene with a long grown client base, you might want to sign up for two years and make significant savings.
We offer these avenues to promote your activities: LISTING, ARTICLE, FULL PAGE AD and WEB BANNER AD.
Covering the Basics, how does the LISTING work?
With the booking of the LISTING we create an account on our website for you to provide, update and share information about
a) your venue with contact details and your art focus,
b) art exhibitions organized by you,
c) one time art events like opening receptions, guided tours, talks, workshops etc.,
d) details about artists being featured by you. Inside our print issues we can only list the names of up to ten of your artists, on our website here are no limitations to list all artists with detailed information including picture.
Follow this link for details on how to submit information for your LISTING.
How to provide ARTICLES for publication inside SAGG?
Articles enhance your reputation, work as reminders for your established clientbase and inspires new ones to take the opportunity and get in touch with you. To have your article published inside SAGG make your booking at least six weeks in advance. Before sending material, please read or download our guidelines for ARTICLES .
How to publish VIDEOS on SAGG?
If you use videos to promote your events, workshops or artworks on youtube or vimeo etc, we are happy to also publish here. Find out the details on how to publish VIDEOS on sagg .
How can I book my favorite advertising option?
The easiest way to choose your publicity options is by clicking 'Advertise' from the top navigation menu.
For special requests, please use the field 'additional information' when submitting your preferences at the bottom of the '
Advertise' form or email to:
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. We are happy to help making things clear and your decision easy, on how best to present yourself to the art world.
Who are the readers?
The guide enjoys a readership of more than 15,000 fine art collectors, influential art critics, government and private sponsors of the arts, as well as international visitors seeking an enriching experience in the city's museums and galleries:
- young professionals starting a collection of original pieces of art,
- students who use the Singapore Art Gallery Guide for education and entertainment,
- art lovers who are looking to add to their already existing collections,
- people looking to participate in art workshops and classes,
- local and visiting artists who want to know what's happening in the art scene,
- visitors and tourists to the country who want to bring back home an original artwork, enjoy visiting art galleries when they visit Singapore,
- newcomers to Singapore who are looking for unique artworks to improve their living experience,
- art investors who are looking for guidance on expanding and diversifying their portfolio or seeking to value their current portfolio.
Demographics:
- above-average income and education (with undergraduate and graduate degrees) who enjoy a stylish and affluent lifestyle and many of whom own homes or condominiums;
- wealthy collectors passionate about collecting art, famous figures in the art world in Asia,
- influential art curators, art critics and auctioneers,
- senior government officials involved in the arts, and
- travelers to Asia from Europe and America looking to purchase outstanding local artwork.
What are the deadlines?
Follow this link to view or download specific deadlines .
Alternatively you can download the dates to use in your iCalendar.
What are the Terms and Conditions?
The Singapore Art Gallery Guide (SAGG) is published by Rene Daniels. Please pay within 21 days after invoice by cheque or money transfer to Rene Daniels. Interest accrued at 1.5% per month thereafter. In the event of an error, the Publisher’s liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the issue with the error. The Publisher will not assume responsibility for color matching and is not liable for delays in delivery or for non-delivery or any condition affecting production or delivery in any manner. The Insertion order will be renewed automatically for the same price and duration as previously ordered, unless it is cancelled 2 months prior to the end of the contract period