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64名本地知名書畫家與多所學府的學生作品齊聚第10屆《義安國慶書畫美展》，以書法和畫筆描繪國家的風貌與記憶。

由義安文化中心主辦的《義安國慶書畫美展》日前正式揭幕，共展出73幅書畫作品，包括書法、水墨、水彩、油畫、亞克力及篆刻等多種形式。其中，本地文化獎得主陳建坡、許夢豐及Milenko Prvacki的作品也列於其中。

本次展覽以多元視角刻畫國家記憶，其中畫家范少華的作品《烈日德光島》取材於國民服役的主題。他實地走訪德光島，以真實情境創作出作品。范少華表示，畫中的面孔與情景融入了他的個人情感，也能喚起許多國人服役歲月的共鳴與回憶。

今年的《義安全國學生書法現場比賽》得獎作品也與書畫作品一同展出。該比賽吸引了52所中小學及學院的216名學生參加，參賽人數較往屆有所增加。比賽特別設立小學組、中學組與學院組的“最多參與學生人數獎”，得主分別是培青學校、中正中學（總校）及華僑中學（高中部）。

義安公司副義務財政兼義安文化小組委員會主任謝楚明在受訪時表示，《義安國慶書畫美展》是義安文化中心每年最重要的藝術活動之一。“我們舉辦這樣的展覽，不僅為本地書畫藝術家提供展示作品的平台，也鼓勵公眾積極參與藝術交流。”

義安公司第45任總理張綿耀作為活動的主賓，主持了剪綵儀式。他強調，義安公司致力於推動華族文化的傳承與發展。未來，義安公司將繼續支持更多元的文化活動，涵蓋更多類型的文化載體，為新加坡的文化事業注入更持久的生命力。

《義安國慶書畫美展》免費向公眾開放，展覽將於8月8日結束。展出地點包括南洋藝術學院義安公司展覽廳1和2及林學大展廳，開放時間為每天上午11時至晚上7時。

The 10th "Ngee Ann National Day Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition" brings together works from 64 renowned local artists and students from various institutions, using calligraphy and brushstrokes to depict the nation's landscape and memories.

Organized by the Ngee Ann Cultural Centre, the exhibition recently opened, showcasing 73 works of calligraphy and painting, including pieces in calligraphy, Chinese ink, watercolor, oil, acrylic, and seal engraving. The exhibition features works by local Cultural Medallion recipients Tan Kian Por, Ho Ho Ying, and Milenko Prvacki.

The artworks capture national memories from different perspectives. One notable piece, "Under the Scorching Sun at Pulau Tekong", was created by artist Fan Shao Hua, who drew inspiration from his firsthand experiences. The painting, which focuses on the theme of National Service, reflects the artist's personal emotions and is likely to evoke memories of military service among many Singaporeans.

In addition, this year's winning entries from the "Ngee Ann National Student Calligraphy Competition" are also displayed alongside the calligraphy and paintings. The competition attracted 216 students from 52 primary and secondary schools, as well as junior colleges, with a notable increase in participation compared to previous years.

This year, the Ngee Ann Cultural Centre also introduced a "Most Participating Students Award" in the primary, secondary, and college categories. The awards went to Pei Chun Public School, Chung Cheng High School (Main), and Hwa Chong Institution (College Section), respectively.

In an interview, Ngee Ann Corporation's Deputy Honorary Treasurer and Chair of the Cultural Subcommittee, Seah Choo Ming, said that the "Ngee Ann National Day Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition" is one of the most important annual art events for the Ngee Ann Cultural Centre. "The exhibition not only provides a platform for local artists to showcase their best works, but also encourages public participation in cultural exchange."

Ngee Ann Corporation's 45th President, Teo Sio Hiong, was invited as the guest of honor to officiate the ribbon-cutting ceremony. He expressed that Ngee Ann Corporation is deeply committed to the preservation of Chinese culture. In addition to supporting the calligraphy and painting exhibition, the company will continue to back more cultural activities in the future, expanding to a wider range of cultural mediums to further enhance the vibrancy of the local cultural scene.

The "Ngee Ann National Day Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition" is open to the public for free until August 8. It is being held at Ngee Ann Exhibition Halls 1 and 2, and the Lim Hak Tai Gallery at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. The exhibition hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.