They say a picture is worth a thousand words. If that holds true, then Foo Tee Jun, the acclaimed Singaporean photography pioneer, must surely be considered an expert storyteller. Discover the reasons why at his latest exhibition, Time & Tide, which runs until July 28 only. Foo Tee Jun is dubbed a chronicler of the past for how his works perfectly encapsulate changes in everyday Singapore as the country hurtles towards modernity. Regardless of age, his photographs impart a feeling of nostalgia and longing to observers.
Time & Tide features poignant photographs from the 1960s and 70s that capture a new independent Singapore in transition – depicting a time before the prosperity many enjoy today. One moment, you’ll find yourself examining a rural kampong scene; the next, skyscrapers and shipyards become the picture’s focus. As we count down to this year’s National Day, immerse yourself in the Singaporean story by checking out these historical images firsthand here.