PUREVIEW FOUNDATION × HWA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Art Beyond Distance
We invite students and families to join an artistic journey across cultures and distances.
Online Program
July 29 – August 2, 2026
On-site Vietnam
July 28 – August 5, 2026 (including exhibition installation & opening at Vietnamese art museum)
Participants
Students aged 6–18 and their families
In the age of AI, creativity, observation, and genuine human connection matter more than ever.
Art Beyond Distance invites young people from different cultures to reconnect through art, storytelling, and shared creation.
Through artistic creation, cultural exchange, and international interaction, children from diverse backgrounds will use painting, video, observation, and stories as a language to build understanding, expression, and connection.
Students will collaborate with peers from Vietnam and other countries, observe the world through exchange, understand different cultures, and express their thoughts and feelings through creativity.
About PureView Foundation
Founded in 2017
A Singapore-based non-profit art organisation dedicated to international youth art exchange, art philanthropy, and cross-cultural education across Asia.
Core Focus Areas:
- Youth art education
- International cultural exchange
- Social participatory art projects
- Creativity & observation educationThrough painting, photography, storytelling, and public art, the Foundation empowers children from diverse backgrounds to connect, express, and understand through creativity, partnering with artists, schools, educators, and international volunteers.
About HWA International School
Founded in 2006, HWA International School (HWA) is a K1–12 international school offering bilingual modern education for expat families in Singapore. One of only eight full IB continuum schools in Singapore, HWA fosters bilingual proficiency, cultural inclusivity, and global citizenship.
Art Mentor:
Dr. Jie Li Elbraechter
Artist, curator, educator
Founder & Artistic Director, PureView Foundation
Cross-cultural Art Exchange: Drives international art projects and youth exchange between Asia and Europe.
Social Participatory Art: Leads global art education projects with students, artists, and educators.
Post-AI Exploration: Researches how art rebuilds observation, expression, and connection in the post-AI era.
Program Highlights
Two tracks — online + on-site — offering authentic international art exchange.
Online Art Connection
International student interaction
“My World, Your World” themed creation
Global creative workshops
Online exhibition of selected works
International charity & cultural sharing
What students gain:
Guidance by PureView Foundation artists & educators
Collaborative art projects with international peers
Certificate of participation
Selected works in international touring exhibitions
Global art & cultural exchange experience
On-site Vietnam Art Exchange
Art & cultural immersion in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
One-to-one collaborative creation with local children
Direct mentorship by Dr. Jie Li Elbraechter
Training in observation, documentation & fieldwork
Urban sketching & cultural immersion
International student exchange activities
Public art & community practice
Cultural interaction experiences
Student art showcase
What students gain:
International program certificate
Exhibition opportunities in Vietnam & Singapore
Authentic cross-cultural art exchange experience
Participation Options
Option A | Online
Fee: SGD 580 (inclusive of tax)
Dates: July 29 – August 2, 2026 (2+ hours daily)
Includes:
• Online art classes
• International student exchange activities
• Certificate of participation
• Selected works in Singapore & international museum tours
Materials to prepare: Acrylic paints, brushes, palette, 50×50cm canvas (1–2 works daily)
Option B | On-site Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Fee: SGD 2,200 per person (inclusive of tax)
Discounted: SGD 1,650 (HWA students / PureView members / past supporters, inclusive of tax)
Dates: July 28 – August 5, 2026
Includes:
• Local accommodation in Vietnam
• Local transportation
• Art workshops & exchange activities
• On-site mentor guidance
• Program materials
• Curatorship & exhibition installation training
• Charity certificate
• International exhibition participation & certificate
• Exhibition opportunities in Vietnam & Singapore museums
Excludes: International airfare & personal expenses
What You Will Achieve
International Art Exchange Experience
Collaborate with teenagers from Vietnam and other countries to complete art projects, and build genuine international friendships.
Program Participation Certificate
Receive an official international participation certificate jointly issued by HWA International School and PureView Foundation.
International Exhibition Opportunities
Outstanding works are eligible for exhibitions in Singapore, international touring shows, and inclusion in the official digital art catalogue.
Art Observation & Expression Competence
Under the mentorship of Dr. Jie Li Elbraechterter, systematically learn methods of artistic observation, documentation and field research, while enhancing creativity, expressive ability and cross-cultural communication skills.
Our Vision
We hope children will:
See a different world:
Express themselves through art, embrace cultural diversity
Discover a better self:
Build creativity, observation, and social responsibility
Connect to a wider world:
Bridge distances through creativity and genuine human connection
We believe that in the post-AI era, art is not only about creation — it is about observation, empathy, and real human connection.
Join Now and Embark on This Artistic Journey
Choose Your Track
Online Option A: SGD 580
Vietnam On-site Option B: SGD 1,650 (discount)
Singapore registration:
via HWA International School
International registration:
• WeChat: ling-feng-9
• WeChat: panny03966866
July 2026 — Create with children worldwide, let art cross all distances.
Participants: Ages 6–18 students & families
Locations: HWA International School · Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam · Global Online Platform
