In a moment that startled the paddock and the galleries alike, Lewis Hamilton revealed he had sold his entire car collection and was turning his attention to art — keeping only the idea of the Ferrari F40 as something he might admire as an object of design. That admission sets the frame for a deeper conversation about figures in motorsport and how they might turn to art for both enjoyment and investment.

What does it mean for a young nation to collect its own reflection? Since 1960, Singapore has been answering this question one artwork at a time, assembling not just paintings and sculptures, but fragments of identity itself. From Chuah Thean Teng's pioneering batik paintings to contemporary digital installations, Singapore's National Art Collection reveals the choices a nation makes about itself: what to preserve, what to show, who gets remembered. As Singapore commemorates SG60, we explore how art collecting became an act of sovereignty, cultural determination, and national dialogue.

Once a lifeline of trade and labour, the Singapore River has long captivated artists for its grit, rhythm, and symbolism. This essay explores how the artists essential  to Singapore's Art History have used the river as both subject and metaphor, reflecting shifting identities, values, and ambitions.