Calling all aspiring artists! Explore the art of visual storytelling in this workshop, and exhibit your photo project during Singapore Art Week 2022.

Conducted by Objectifs Centre for Photography & Film, this workshop is designed for participants to work on their photo projects and create a personal narrative through photographs with the guidance of Deanna Ng, a Singaporean photographer.

Beyond improving technical proficiency in photography, participants will also develop visual literacy through discussions on how photography can be used as a communication tool to inspire and broaden perspectives in this digital age.

This exclusive workshop is limited to only 10 participants, who are to:

• Attend all five workshop sessions.
  • The first workshop will be held physically at Li Ka Shing Library on 6 Dec, 2-5 pm. The subsequent four workshops are held online on 8, 15, 23 and 29 Dec from 2-5 pm.
• Bring any digital image-making tools of their choice, such as digital cameras or smartphones.
• Bring a concept or narrative for the photo story they wish to pursue.
• Work with the SMU Art Programme Manager (SMU Libraries) towards a physical exhibition during Singapore Art Week in January 2022.

How to apply:

• Write a 150-word paragraph telling us
  • about yourself,
  • concepts or narratives you want to explore,
  • what you want to get out of the workshop and exhibition, and
  • feel free to also share your creative portfolio if you have one via PDF, website, or Instagram account.
• Email your queries and/or submission to kamiliahb [at] smu.edu.sg
• Open call closes on 17 Oct 2359 hrs.
• Selected applicants will be informed by 25 Oct.

We encourage students from all backgrounds to apply!

Read more about the inaugural workshop and participants’ learning experience here.