Reflections of life in Singapore through art

Russia-born British artist Irina Forrester's works capture her family's experiences in Singapore

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Before Russia-born British artist Irina Forrester moved to Singapore from Britain with her family more than seven years ago, she took a hiatus from her art to raise a young family.

With the relocation and her sons now aged 23 and 20 all grown up, the 56-year-old took the opportunity to pick up her brushes again.

On how she familiarised herself with art again, Forrester says: "I attended a series of short courses at Lasalle College of the Arts and Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. I am an active member of some of Singapore's life figure and portrait drawing groups, which helps me keep my eyes sharp."

In the last three years alone, she has exhibited in more than 40 shows and art fairs. And her artworks take pride of place in her Singapore home, a condominium in Scotts Road.