The Wings of Art extravaganza was officially launched on 24th June at Marina Square’s Central Atrium. The week-long fundraiser raised over S$96,000 for the Singapore Red Cross Young Hearts Programme. 

The unveiling of what is officially Singapore's Longest Barbie display, at over 60 metres, secured its place in the Singapore Book of Records, with over a thousand dolls on it. In the spirit of SG60, these 60 winged-Barbies were exclusively designed by 60 of Singapore’s celebrated local artistes. 

These gorgeous works-of-art were also put up for auction, with the catalogue put up online for the public to bid for both in person and online.

“Ami Worthy” is calligraphy artist Judith’s way of allowing her words to take artistic form. In her creation, she used a myriad of tools to give her doll the desired effect: acrylic paints and watercolours, assorted papers, upcycled tulle, mesh cloth, canvas, ribbons, wire, beads and adhesives.

“Am I worthy—of what I have and what I hope to achieve? The wings on Ami are my response to that question. The words we tell ourselves are powerful: when we own the words “I am enough,” we take charge of our own happiness. For me, to take flight means to pursue things wholeheartedly. This is the everyday person—stripped of all her makeup, lit from within, and making things happen with her hands. She is comfortable in the space she takes up, and her wings are the words that lift her. Approachable, grounded, and wholeheartedly alive.”

Aspiring artist  and fashionista Evelyn Teo entitled her doll ‘Beauty Redefined’, an apt description for her masterpiece that was crafted with acrylic paint and recycled materials. 

“The reinvention of Barbie Bella showcases a fashion statement inspired by nature, creativity, and sustainability. Her look features discarded fabrics, lace from old garments, an upcycled plastic shutter cord as a veil, and leftover paint from past projects. Aligned with Singapore’s Green Plan 2030, Bella’s transformation shows that nothing goes to waste. This ethos shines through in the use of lace, paint, and wire to craft her matching accessories.”

Peace of Art Founder Eunice Yeo is an artist who weaves sustainability and compassion into every creation. Her doll, named ‘Fragmented Light’, is a picture of that passion — solidified through the use of glistening glass fragments and raw crystals. 

“Breathed into being with shattered glass and raw crystals, this ethereal figure echoes the fragile strength of frozen lace. From waste fragments, she rises with quiet majesty—graceful, luminous, whole. A reminder that beauty lies not in perfection, but in the reimagining of what was once forgotten.”

Interested in any of the creations? The auction is still ongoing till the 31st of July at Marina Square Level 2, Round Atrium.

The event that is targeted to raise over $100,000 includes a collection of fun workshops where the young, and the young-at-heart, can get crafty with various hands-on projects such as jewellery making, face painting and more. Thanks to Peace of Art, the kids in the Young Hearts Programme were gifted with an afternoon to remember! The children made their own bookmarks, keychains, and even got beautifully butterflies painted on their faces and hands.

The media preview saw many distinguished guests who came in support of Peace of Art and the Singapore Red Cross, amongst whom were Mayor of Singapore Central District Ms Denise Phua and Ambassador Extraordinaire and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Singapore Ms Kateryna Zelenko. 

Mr Benjamin William, Secretary General and CEO of the Singapore Red Cross encouraged the many volunteers and staff members who worked tirelessly behind the scenes. He also shared with the attendees how far their donations and help can go in uplifting the lives of our Young Hearts’ beneficiaries. 

“All your generosity and support for this event gives hope and contributes toward making a lasting impact for children and youth from vulnerable backgrounds. Across three centres in Yishun and Tampines, the Young Hearts team works closely with children and youth aged seven to sixteen, providing a secure afterschool haven, a planned curriculum delivered by professional and caring tutors, nutritious meals for proper growth,  as well as mentoring and enrichment opportunities to nurture and support the holistic development for each child.

I share the story of 10-year-old Mindy. Her mother is the family's sole breadwinner, juggling work demands while raising Mindy and her sisters. In her search for a quiet space for schoolwork or personal reflection, Mindy followed a friend to a Young Hearts' Lepak Session and the centre soon became her sanctuary. Young Hearts offered her consistency, attention, and a safe space to develop at her own pace. 

Similarly for Shafira, who lives with her parents and younger brother in a rental flat, the Young Hearts centre provides her with a conducive environment where she can spend her time after school, to do her homework and revisions. Over time, within the structured and supportive surroundings of our programme, both Mindy and Shafira were able to develop the confidence to navigate both their personal and academic lives.” 

Last but not least, he praised Eunice Yeo, Peace of Art’s founder, for the multi-year partnership she has built with the Singapore Red Cross and the strong support she has given to deepen the impact and widen the reach of the programme, providing children from challenging or complex backgrounds with the wings to take flight into a better future.

100% of proceeds benefit Young Hearts Programme

Photos by Allan Tee, Lai Wei Song & Teo Poh Yin, volunteer photographers