Think it through, how will you play the instrument when it's in another country! Or paint or whatever, If you play it in Thailand then you need a work permit.
It's valid and covers the travel dates, yes recommendations are 6 months validity, you will probably have border control make you aware, that's what happened to me. Remember they don't carry over time anymore, so applying early means you lose 6 months.
I went to the immigration office and asked all questions on a DTV, no can't have a residence certificate, no cannot register at the house and the bank said no. Its a tourist visa and for that reason No, have to change visas. Now I know some have posted they have and I know with a property contact things can change. As explained everywhere is slightly different with interpretation of regulations and rules, but that's true about everything and in most places, you just may get lucky!
what a cry baby, the new modern, if you don't like something claim harassment. Look in the mirror at yourself. Embarrassment, Singapore should block your return.