HPB Breaks New Ground In Inspiring Optimism Through First-of-its-kind Shadow Sculpture

The Health Promotion Board (HPB) continues its Positive Art series, with a second, groundbreaking art installation - Positive Art Sunny . This first-of-its-kind art installation cleverly combines shadow play and text to reinforce the importance of positive thinking.

2 Measuring 3 by 5.5 metres, Positive Art Sunny is an innovative metallic installation which harnesses natural light to reflect two positive mental health messages, troubles won t stay forever and worries fade away at different times of the day.

3 HPB s Positive Art series aims to use distinctive art installations to promote positive thinking among Singaporeans. The first in the series, Positive Art Smile , featured an art installation made out of ice and resin, which interspersed the words Smile and Frown . The word Frown melted, whilst Smile , remained solid, an artistic interpretation of the often-quoted saying that unhappiness passes with time. The second in the series, Positive Art Sunny , aims to create a similarly strong visual experience through this modern sun-dial inspired structure.

4 The Positive Art Series serves as a reminder to all to stay positive even in the face of challenges. Bad times come and go but a positive attitude can weather even the hardest of situations, said Ms Sng Yan Ling, Deputy Director, Mental Health Education, HPB.

5 Members of the public will be able to view the unique Positive Art Sunny at The Cathay from 1 October to 1 November 2010. They are also encouraged to take photos with the installation and submit their photos along with a creative caption for a chance to win attractive prizes. More details are available at

www.hpb.gov.sg/mentalhealth

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