![Why We Need Art](https://cdn.magzter.com/1337346145/1683191878/articles/2Opn1Ay7N1683279338594/Art.jpg)
JAVIER PERES
Founder of Peres Projects Art is indispensable, as it broadens our perspective on where we come from, where we're going and where we stand. Today, more than ever, we have the chance to hear the voices of young artists from backgrounds that have historically been under-represented in Western art circles. As a gallery founder, I see myself as an amplifier for these voices.
PATRICIA CROCKETT
Senior director of David Zwirner Hong Kong I've always loved this quote by Austrian symbolist painter Gustav Klimt: "Art is a line around your thoughts." For me personally, being with art is an important act of mindfulness. My mind is always busy, but engaging with art can bring an immediate stillness and focus. Spending time to look at how a brushstroke move, or how shapes and colours come together these experiences offer a necessary contrast to the rapid pace of images and information we're confronted with every day. Art helps us to connect and express ourselves across languages and cultural differences. I feel extremely privileged to be surrounded by art on a daily basis, and it brings me immense joy and satisfaction to help people slow down, and offer these moments of deep contemplation and introspection.
SANIZA OTHMAN
This story is from the May 2023 edition of Prestige Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the May 2023 edition of Prestige Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
![Double Take](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/KvkSO0Wgp1725364397535/crp_DOUBLE-TAKE.jpg)
Double Take
Although somewhat dismissed by the contemporary art world as gimmicky, works that incorporate optical illusions remain immensely popular with the general public. Perhaps it speaks to our inherent need for something slightly magical in our everyday lives.
![Plugged Into Wealth](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/KFjl5rgrl1725362549400/crp_PLUGGED-INTO-WEALTH.jpg)
Plugged Into Wealth
Fintech advocate Carney Mak is bullish on disruptive technologies, but preaches deep understanding of business models before diving in.
![Going for Green](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/nSoK8hnvF1725364780976/GOING-FOR-GREEN.jpg)
Going for Green
SIMON ROGAN's visionary approach of cooking in tune with nature is inspiring chefs in Asia to be more sustainable.
![TABLES TURNED](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/NM5OXKO2A1725364597091/TABLES-TURNED.jpg)
TABLES TURNED
They could have their pick of the best schools, but more young super achievers from Asia are going to a hotel academy a choice they believe opens up more doors.
![PRECIOUS HISTORY](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/X7yiexN801725364209762/PRECIOUS-HISTORY.jpg)
PRECIOUS HISTORY
Cleef Arpel TACHA VASSILTCHIKOV res her insights the jewellery house Peers preserving its patrimony and Heritage.
![MARKS OF DISTINCTION](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/JUWMOHr601725364068907/MARKS-OF-DISTINCTION.jpg)
MARKS OF DISTINCTION
A clasp-free necklace that could be easily put on by the wearer, without assistance.
![Colours of the Season](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/QKODERjMQ1725363892527/COLOURS-OF-THE-SEASON.jpg)
Colours of the Season
Thanks to K-pop stars, analysing colours to personalise make-up has surged, with theslategs service available from the boutique of Korean. brity make-up artist JUNG SAEM MOOL.
![MAKING OF AN OPUS](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/C1IROmCFl1725363743600/MAKING-OF-AN-OPUS.jpg)
MAKING OF AN OPUS
In Hermes’ Barénia, in-house perfumer CHRISTINE NAGEL has realised a decade-long dream that harks back to her childhood stories.
![Everywhere Care](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/5BpRSgB0t1725363645979/EVERYWHERE-CARE.jpg)
Everywhere Care
Serums from homegrown skincare brand Blé de Fonty target more than just the face.
![Pucker Up](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/812/1820139/I8vTjMjtI1725363501612/PUCKER-UP.jpg)
Pucker Up
Lip moisturisers are essential in Singapore’s air-conditioned environment. We share our personal favourites and introduce lip care that go the distance.