Singapore TV: From Local to Global 

Singapore TV: From local to global special exhibition showcases how they have grown in ambition, scale and international reach over the decades. This exhibition features original costumes, artefacts, photographs, magazines, multimedia installations and interactive experiences. 

Stepping into this special exhibition, you are invited to rediscover the stores, sets, and stars that have long become part of Singapore’s shared cultural fabric. 

Five Chronological Zones

This Singapore TV: From local to global special exhibition is divided into five chronological zones, inviting you to start your journey back in time through the history of local Chinese dramas, from its early beginnings to contemporary developments and future possibilities. Each zone showcases a distinct period of development and explores key themes, milestones and creative practices that have shaped the industry.

Zone 1 – Origins of local Chinese drama

Start off your nostalgia walk down memory lane by tracing the origins of local Chinese drama, from its formative years in the 1960s through the early 1980s. Want to have a  go at dubbing a scene from Good Morning, Sir!, you can do so! Also learn about local talent discovery programme Star Search, browse a display of vintage television magazine covers.

For those who grew up (like me) watching this iconic drama The Awakening, you can take photos with the props against a backdrop inspired by this drama. This scene triggered many memories for me, probably the first local Chinese drama that I watched.

Zone 2 – 1990s: The defining era of local Chinese dramas

Heading into the 1990s, this is widely regarded as the defining era of local Chinese dramas. In this section, there is a collection of 12 costumes seen in iconic dramas such as The Return of Condor Heroes and The Legend of Ji-Gong, as well a showcase of Star Awards trophies across different eras.

For those who remembered watching the following dramas, The Golden Pillow, The Untouchables and The Return of the Condor Heroes, don’t miss the recreated sets from those dramas, you can re-enact the iconic scenes if you like! The Untouchables (双天至尊) was one of my favourite dramas that time!

Anyone would like to be a TV star receiving the Star Awards trophy with its iconic tune playing behind the scenes? Don’t miss this segment to produce your own TV celebrity moment!

Zone 3 – 2000s: Competition and globalised media landscape

In the third zone, enter into the 2000s, this era faced intensifying competition and an increasingly globalised media landscape. Through timelines, magazine displays, and behind the scenes video interviews with industry professionals, you can gain insights into the evolving production ecosystem and international influences.

Zone 4 – Craft of Scriptwriting 

Learn more about the craft of scriptwriting in this fourth zone from the original and reproduced scripts from selected dramas alongside video clips illustrating how actors interpreted scripts and brought them to life on screen.

That’s also a video interview with Mediacorp scriptwriter, Ms Cheong Yan Peng, highlighting her creative process, challenges of the job, and her aspirations for the local entertainment industry. 

Zone 5 – Present and Future of Chinese dramas

In this final zone, take a look at the present and future of Chinese dramas via a TV installation wall with television sets across different generations. You can also engage with vertical format micro-dramas and an interactive voting wall, at which you can vote on the kinds of content and genres they hope to see in the future.

Two Talks in August and September 2026

In conjunction with this exhibition, SCCC will also present two talks in August and September 2026. Registration for the above talks will open nearer to the dates.

The first talk will feature Mr Su Zhangkai, a researcher in the fields of media, entertainment and history, who will discuss the formative years of Singapore Chinese dramas from 1963 to 1982. The second talk will feature award-winning scriptwriter Mr Ang Eng Tee; Emerald Hill – The Little Nonya Story Executive Producer, Ms Loh Woon Woon; and artistes Chen Liping and Richie Koh, who will share insights on how scriptwriting and acting have evolved across generations. 

SCCC Chief Executive Officer, Mr Alvin Tan, said, “Through this exhibition, we hope to bring visitors on a nostalgic trip back in time by tracing the evolution of local Chinese dramas, and to highlight the dynamism of the industry by charting out the future of local Chinese dramas both on the small screen locally and across digital platforms internationally. In doing so, we hope to showcase how local Chinese dramas often serve as a bellwether of prevailing societal norms, and as social glue through the creation of shared viewing experiences, while contributing to Singapore’s distinctive local Chinese culture and identity.”

Mediacorp Chief Executive Officer, Ms Tham Loke Kheng, said, “Chinese dramas are a major part of Mediacorp’s storytelling legacy. More than entertainment, they reflect Singapore society, capture the spirit of their times, and connect viewers across generations through shared stories and memories. Even as audiences discover and consume content in new ways, our commitment remains the same: to tell Singapore stories that resonate locally and travel further. This exhibition is proof of that journey – and a preview of where we are headed next.”

Singapore TV: From Local to Global – Special Exhibition by SCCC and Mediacorp

• Date: 9th July 2026 to 26th January 2027
• Venue: SCCC Creative Box Level 6
• Opening Hours: 10am to 6pm
• Admission: Free

For more details, please visit https://singaporeccc.org.sg/events/singapore-tv-from-local-to-global-special-exhibition/ 

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TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years Milestone Celebrations till date (April to June 2026)

Looking back at my TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years milestone celebrations till date from April to June 2026, there wasn’t much celebrations till date. I hope that I can organise a few more small different gatherings to catch up, thanking them for their support over the years.

I am going to start working on my 20 years milestone celebrations photography zine in July 2026, curating a list of photography works from my past 20 years for further curation, layout and planning.

Also as part of my TGH Photography and Travel portal/blog 20 years milestone celebrations, I have embarked on curating 20 selected photography prints from my collections that I would gift away to my friends and supporters. The first photography print given away is the photo print exhibited at 21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition 2026. 

Photography 

Photography (Business)

My situation is still fluid, I am still striking a fine balance between caregiver role at home, and everything else, I am still working to secure more photography projects and shoots, in an ongoing very challenging and disruptive world today, slowing world economy and more uncertainties, coupled with more curveballs from technology disruptions by AI.

Photography (Personal / Visual Storytelling / Content Creation)

Visual Storytelling / Content Creation

Looking forward to produce more different visual stories and content creation in month of July 2026 and beyond, continuing on from where I kickstarted in the past three months.

Personal Photography Time

While my personal photography time has been reduced due to changes at home, taking on the caregiver role as well as helping out in household work. I would still continue to navigate my journey of balancing photography business, personal photography, caregiver, taking care of home and the rest of my other things in life. I am currently working on finding a balance, planning and strategically allocating precious time for my own personal photography.

Documenting Old and Disappearing Places/Buildings in July 2026

Harbourfront Singapore would close from 27th July 2026, it’s a place I grew up with during my childhood to school days, knowing it as World Trade Centre, bringing back many nostalgic memories. 

I have to plan my time to photograph and document Harbourfront before its impending closure at the end of July 2026.

Photography Competitions

20th Edition Canon PhotoMarathon 2026 Singapore 25th July 2026

Canon Singapore announced Your Canon Event, a three day event celebrating creativity, making and play, coming together from 23rd to 25th July 2026 at Urban Park @ Guoco Tower, Singapore. This event brings together the first of its kind maker festival event across two days, along with the landmark 20th edition of Canon PhotoMarathon on 25th July 2026, celebrating over two decades of this photography competition in Singapore.

I have registered for 20th Canon PhotoMarathon Singapore 2026, this would be my 12th year participating in this photography competition! Read more about my Canon PhotoMarathon adventures over the decade in my article.

More information about Canon PhotoMarathon Singapore 2026 can be found here. 

LTA x PSS Photography Competition 2026 

LTA x PSS Photography Competition 2026 – Your World in Motion – Different Lives, Shared Journeys. More information for LTA x PSS Photography Competition can be found here. 

SJ60 Photo and Video contest 

Travel fans of Japan, check out SJ60 Photo and Video contest!nMore information on SJ60 Photo and Video contest can be found here. 

Earth in Focus 2026 Film & Photography Competition 

Regular submissions is taking place between 16th May to 15th July 2026 if you are keen to participate in this competition.

More information can be found here.

Exhibitions/Events (Photography/Heritage/Arts)

There are a few exhibitions and events taking place in July 2026 that are photography, heritage, and arts related. Do check them out below!

Adventures of Grumpy Cat

Who says a grumpy face can’t steal your heart?

Step into the whimsical world of Adventures of Grumpy Cat, where every artwork is filled with charm, humour and a touch of Singapore nostalgia. Created by local artist Yip Yew Chong, this delightful exhibition proves that even the grumpiest cat has the biggest personality—and plenty of stories to tell! Read more in my article here.

The Hainanese Cooked presents Bo’ Hou and the Grand Feast – A Stamp Rally

Ready for a little heritage adventure?

Join Bo Hou on a fun stamp rally and discover the rich stories behind Hainanese businesses that have helped shape Singapore’s food, culture and community. From familiar names to hidden gems, each stop offers a glimpse into the passion, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit passed down through generations. Read more in my article here.

Mad About Singapore 2026

Mad About Singapore 2026 exhibition has launched at Funan L1 Atrium on Monday 6th July 2026. For more updates, check out InstaSG instagram.

NDP 2026 Rehearsals 

National Day Parade (NDP) 2026 rehearsals are taking place in July 2026, it would be held at Sports Hub. The fireworks would be at Kallang Basin, if you are keen to photograph NDP 2026 rehearsal fireworks, that’s the place for you. 

Personal Updates

My status quo is still the same, I am still finding the balance between being a caregiver role at home, along with everything else. This still remains a delicate and tricky situation. It’s not going to get easier, probably gets more challenging and difficult down the road. 

There are good days, there are bad days, who can understand, who can empathise, without judgement? Nobody can see or feel the amount of stress, pressure, emotional and mental drain inside us caregivers. 

July 2026! Let’s Go!

Even though I am still constantly finding and striking a balance between caregiver role, taking care of some household work and everything else, I would still work towards a fun and creative July 2026! Let’s Go!

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The Hainanese Cooked presents Bo’ Hou and the Grand Feast – A Stamp Rally

This project, The Hainanese Cooked presents Bo’ Hou and the Grand Feast – A Stamp Rally, is developed as part of TF-NUS Heritage Champions programme. It is made possible with support from NUS Libraries, Temasek Foundation and National Heritage Board.

The Hainanese Cooked Team are a group of NUS students, Wee Liang, Chuen Shin and V-Nying, strong and shared love for built heritage and yummy food, focusing on the old Hainanese community near Beach Road, and subsequently on Hainanese businesses in the area.

Wee Liang, Chuen Shin and V-Nying have done a great job in planning, researching, and bringing this fun and interesting stamp rally self-guided walk into action, kudos to the younger generation Z folks, taking on the baton for the history, heritage, culture, conservation and intangible cultural heritage sectors in Singapore! They are also featured on Lianhe Zaobao newspaper and digital website on 5th July 2026! Congratulations on a great achievement! 

Join Bo’ Hou on this Hainanese stamp rally exploration adventure

Wear comfortable clothes, shoes and your hat/cap, bring your camera, rally your family and friends, hop on and join Bo’ Hou on this Hainanese stamp rally exploration adventure. Collect all 6 stamps from the partner businesses to earn a limited edition children’s book (limited to first 50 pax).

Featuring:

Beach Road/Bugis district 

• All Things Hainanese (https://www.instagram.com/allthings.hainanese/) 
• Sing Swee Kee Chickens Rice (https://www.instagram.com/singsweekee.sg/) 
• Chuan Ji Mooncakes (https://www.instagram.com/chuanjiihainanesepastries)
• Kheng Chiu Tian Hou Gong

Seah Im Food Centre 

• Ah Mai Kim Coffeeshop

Far East Shopping Centre

• Shashlik Restaurant (https://www.instagram.com/shashliksg/)

When you are visiting the Beach Road/Bugis district for your Hainanese stamp rally, keep a lookout for the architectural heritage, designs and intricate details of the shophouses, discover  and learn more about the hidden stories of Hainanese community. Don’t miss out the opportunities to taste delicious Hainanese food, snacks and drinks along your stamp rally exploration! 

Learn more about Hainanese history, heritage, culture (and delicious food) in Singapore 

As a history, heritage, culture enthusiast, actively documenting, writing and photographing over the decades, I still have a lot more to discover, learn and understand more about intangible cultural heritage. 

Through this fun, easy to navigate stamp rally, I learnt and found out more about Hainanese community in Singapore, especially on Kheng Chiu Tian Hou Gong, Hainan Hwee Kuan SG (https://www.instagram.com/hainanhweekuansg/), Purvis Street and Seah Street connections with the Hainanese community. 

Hopefully through this Bo’ Hou and the Grand Feast – A Stamp Rally, it would not only attract the older generation e.g. boomer generation, they can also attract the younger generation e.g. Gen Z and Gen Alpha, to discover, learn and find out more about Singapore’s diverse history, heritage, culture, conservation and intangible cultural heritage.

Bo’ Hou & The Grand Feast – A Stamp Rally

• Dates: 28th June 2026 to 31st July 2026
• Venue: Various locations
• Admission: Free 

Collect your stamp rally card from any of the following participating organisations

• Kheng Chiu Tian Hou Gong 
• Sing Swee Kee Chicken
• All Things Hainanese 
• Shashlik Restaurant 
• Ah Mai Kim Coffeeshop  

For more information, please visit https://hainanesecooked.netlify.app/ 

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Grumpy Cat – First Spotted in 2022

My first encounter with Grumpy Cat was at Malay Heritage Centre in January 2022, for “Some fowl play exploration and a security cat at Malay Heritage Centre”, taking some limelight, attention and affection from the people visiting the artworks.

Lying down on the side, enjoying its siesta in lepak mode. That was iconic and memorable, especially for us cat lovers! 

Grumpy Cat over the years (2022 – 2025)

While Grumpy Cat may not have a leading role in Yew Chong’s artistic paintings and exhibitions, its presence and aura was never underestimated. Visitors to Yew Chong’s exhibitions would definitely be able to spot Grumpy Cat presence in many of Yew Chong’s paintings, exhibitions and also as a standalone artwork. 

Adventures of Grumpy Cat 

Welcome all Grumpy Cat fans to Grumpy Cat exclusive solo celebrity cat arts exhibition! Grumpy Cat is also now Smiley Cat at its own Grumpitiam, serving local Singapore food and drinks! Discover and admire the multi-faceted and talented Grumpy Cat in action, which Grumpy Cat in action photo are your favourites? 

Grumpy Cat is all over the place, can you spot where else they are hiding, sitting or hanging, looking at you visiting Adventures of Grumpy Cat? Don’t miss out getting a Grumpy Cat souvenir home or as a gift for your family, loved ones and friends. There are Grumpy Cat Stickers, Card Prints and Ceramic Plates for you to choose from!

Personally, I like Grumpy Cat with the local Singapore food delights, Grumpy Cat at Grumpitiam and Grumpy Cat at the Dragon Playground! Don’t miss the bigger Grumpy Cat artworks outside Fullerton Hotel, remember to take photos with them too, definitely awesome for Instagram and social media sharing! 

Since there is Grumpy Cat flying on a magic flying carpet as well as on a flying broom stick, maybe we can see Grumpy Cat in more iconic scenes in future edition! Hope to see a Darth Grumpy Cat in Lord Vader suit with the red lightsaber, May The Grumpy Meow Be With You!

Also keep a lookout for Grumpy Cat schedule! You can meet the artist Yew Chong! There is also a live-painting! If you are a supporter of Yew Chong’s artworks, as well as a cat lover, Adventures of Grumpy Cat is a must visit! 

Adventures of Grumpy Cat Information 

• Venue: The Fullerton Hotel Singapore East Garden Gallery 
• Date: 16th June to 30th August 2026
• Opening Hours: 10am to 9pm
• Admission: Free

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Maiden Participation in 20th Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2025

My maiden experience participating and also getting selected for NAPE was in 2025. At that time, it was a mix of joy, happiness, anxiety (what do I need to do, how to do it, etc etc), rich humbling experience, and immense satisfaction. 

Here’s a recap of my 20th Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2025!

Celebrating my 20 years milestone with a photo selected for NAPE 2026!

Earlier in March 2026, I shared a post on call for entries for 21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition. With a little bit of experience from my 2025 submission and selection, why not try again for this year 21st NAPE 2026, and see how it turns out for me?

Year 2026 marks a special milestone for me, celebrating my TGH Photography and Travel portal/blog 20 years milestone. If one or two of my photographs submission get selected, it would be a  great honour, as well as a grateful humbling achievement to mark my 20 years milestone celebration too!

I started digging through my photography archives, curated a few photographs for consideration before making my final decision on the two photographs for NAPE 2026 submission before the closing date on 12th April 2026. 

Since the 21st NAPE theme is “Open”, I entered with no expectations, nothing is guaranteed in life. Close to the end of April 2026, I received a email that one of my photography artworks was selected for the 21st NAPE 2026!

I was honoured and delighted to have a photography artwork selected for this year 21st NAPE 2026! This small personal achievement is now a part of my TGH Photography and Travel portal/blog 20 years milestone celebrations! 

21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 

Leading up to the 21st NAPE 2026, I know the workflow, preparation and photo printing needed for submission, therefore I wasn’t anxious like last year! Once the administrative segment was completed, it was waiting for the 21st NAPE to officially open, taking place on Saturday 13th June 2026.

The Ngee Ann Photographer of the Year 2026 gores to Mr Seah Liang Bing PBM, his public talk on “Observing Life Through Street Photography” was insightful and a good reminder on the genre of street photography. This year 21st NAPE 2026 also features a special tribute to three respected late photographers, Mr Tan Lip Seng, Mr Foo Tee Jun, and Mr Desmond Teo Puay Chuan. 

Beyond observing fellow photographers artworks across a diverse range of photography genres, this was also a time to catch up with photographer friends, taking photos of each other since we usually don’t get photographed as we are usually engrossed in capturing priceless moments and memories. 

Thank you for selecting my photo for 21st NAPE!

A big thank you to Ngee Ann Cultural Centre for selecting my photography artwork titled “Beautiful City in Nature Mist” from the vast number of submission entries for this year’s 21st NAPE! 

Also spotting our names listed and printed on the main panel welcoming visitors entering into Gallery 1, that’s a really nice gesture! Look at me having to stretch and point to my name printed on the panel!

I would also like to thank my friends for their support for my photography and visual storytelling adventures over the years! 

Do drop by and visit 21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2026 if you can!

21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2026 Information 

• Venue: Gallery 1, LASALLE College of the Arts (Basement 1), 1 McNally Street, Singapore 187940
• Date: 13th to 23rd June 2026 
• Opening Hours: 12pm to 7pm (Closed on Sundays)
• Admission: Free

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TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years Milestone Celebrations till date (April to May 2026)

Looking back at my TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years milestone celebrations till date from April to May 2026, there wasn’t much celebrations and I hope that I can do a few more group celebrations.

I have yet to start working on my 20 years milestone celebrations photography zine, I would need to start on this personal photography zine project soon! There is also an idea/inspiration to print 20 selected 12×18 photography prints from my collections as part of my 20 years milestone celebrations. 

TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years Milestone Profile Shoot

While waiting for my new PGYTECH OneMo Tactical photography backpack and accessories (customised patches, new hats, new t-shirt) to arrive, I was coordinating, planning and discussing on my 20 years milestone profile with my disciple/intern Jermine, guiding and mentoring her along the way. Finally, my 20 years milestone portraiture profile shoot finally took place at the end of May 2026!

A fresh new profile shoot, something very different from previous profile photo editions, no more mysterious profile look with sunglasses and balaclava. I would be curating the new profile photo for my social media accounts soon!

Photography 

Photography (Business)

I am still striking a balance between caregiver role at home, and everything else, I am still working to secure more photography projects and shoots, in an ongoing very challenging and disruptive world today, slowing world economy and more uncertainties, coupled with more curveballs from technology disruptions by AI.

Photography (Personal / Visual Storytelling / Content Creation)

Visual Storytelling / Content Creation

Looking forward to produce more different visual stories and content creation in month of June 2026 and beyond, continuing on from where I kickstarted in the past two months. Collaboration with photography brands are on the cards, do keep a lookout!

For the month of June 2026, looking out for I Light Singapore 2026, arts related events, as well as heritage documentation for Harbourfront Centre (former World Trade Centre).

Personal Photography Time

My personal photography time has been reduced due to changes at home, taking on the caregiver role as well as helping out in household work. As I continue to navigate my journey of balancing photography business, personal photography, caregiver, taking care of home and the rest of my other things in life, I hope to find more (precious) time for my own personal photography.

Photography Exhibitions

There is an upcoming photography exhibition, the 21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2026 is going to be held at LASALLE College of the Arts. I have a photograph selected for this year’s 21st NAPE! Last year 2025, I also had a photograph selected for the 20th NAPE!

Feeling humbled and happy that a photograph is selected for this year’s 21st NAPE 2026! Do visit the 21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2026 if you can!

21st Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition (NAPE) 2026

• Dates: 13th – 23rd June 2026 (Closed on Sundays)
• Opening hours: 12pm to 7pm
• Venue: Gallery 1, LASALLE College of the Arts, 1 McNally Street, Singapore 187940

Photography Competitions

Asia Cat Expo 2026 

This photography competition closing date is 6th June 2026, I would try to photograph my cute and chubby neighbourhood cats in action on the competition theme “Cats at Play”. 

More information can be found here: https://asiacatexpo.com/ 

Earth in Focus 2026 Film & Photography Competition 

Regular submissions is taking place between 16th May to 15th July 2026 if you are keen to participate in this competition.

More information can be found here: https://www.earthinfocus.co/

20th Edition Canon PhotoMarathon 2026 Singapore 25th July 2026

If you are familiar with the Canon PhotoMarathon Singapore, it’s coming back soon, giving you a heads up in advance! I have participated in quite a number of Canon PhotoMarathons over the years, I would need to dig out my archives and check how many did I participate in!

More information about Canon PhotoMarathon Singapore 2026 can be found here: https://snapshot.asia.canon/cpm2026/sg/en 

Personal Updates

My status quo is still the same, I am still finding the balance between being a caregiver role at home, along with everything else. This still remains a delicate and tricky situation. It’s not going to get easier, probably gets more challenging and difficult down the road. 

There are good days, there are bad days, who can understand, who can empathise, without judgement? Nobody can see or feel the amount of stress, pressure, emotional and mental drain inside us caregivers. 

June 2026! Let’s Go!

Even though I am still finding and striking a balance, I would work towards a fun and creative June 2026! Let’s Go!

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Growing up, do you recall watching Chinese Wuxia and Kung Fu television dramas from Hong Kong and Singapore? For fellow comic buffs/collectors, did you collect Chinese martial arts comic books? What’s the difference between Wuxia and Kung Fu? Come on down and visit Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture exhibition and check it out!

Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture

Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture features over 60 objects and images, as well as interactive photo-taking spots. This exhibition explores how Chinese martial arts became an integral part of Singapore’s local popular culture while delivering the values of associated with the chivalrous world of Chinese martial arts.

5 Thematic Zones 

There are 5 thematic zones at Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture exhibition. 

Zone 1 – Overview

The first zone gives an overview of the exhibition themes and the development of Chinese martial arts in Singapore. The following pioneers are spotlighted, Singapore Chin Woo (Athletic) Association and Guang Wu Club, offering Chinese martial arts training to the public.

Zone 2 – Wuxia Novels 

Wuxia novels were popular in Singapore during the 1960s, thanks to serialisation by local Chinese newspapers. Check out the reproduced works by three famous Wuxia novelists, Liang Yusheng, Jin Yong and Gu Long. They are showcased through interactive tactile roller, visitors can learn more about Wuxia novels. 

Zone 3 – Wuxia and Kung Fu movies 

Most people would be able to relate in this zone, the Wuxia and Kung Fu movies that were popular in Singapore, check out those memorabilia such as posters, cards and magazines! Do you remember some of these iconic movies, One-Armed Swordsman (1967), Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000), Drunken Master (1978) and the Ip Man series (2008 to 2019)?

Don’t miss the fun feature, flip books depicting the respective fight styles in Wuxia and Kung Fu movies. 

Zone 4 – Chinese Martial Arts Comic Books

Comic book buffs/collectors would love this zone on Chinese martial arts comic books. They were introduced to readers in Singapore in the 1970s. Check out the interactive roller with different clothing options for visitors to customise the overall look of their own Wuxia character.

If you are a fan of local artist Wee Tian Beng’s comic rendition of “Return of the Condor Heroes (1996 to 1998)”, don’t miss this photo spot! 

Nostalgia for me when I saw the Return of the Condor Heroes series, I collected them, I think my collection is somewhere in my home! 

Zone 5 – Local Wuxia and Kung Fu Television Drama 

Our local Wuxia and Kung Fu television drama serials, from the Wuxia dramas in the 1980s, and Kung Fu dramas from the 2000s, do you remember watching them during your growing up years?

Check out the posters, photos and scenes of these TV dramas, including Pursuit (1984), Return of the Condor Heroes (1998), The Challenge (2001), and The Good Fight (2019).

SCCC Chief Executive Officer, Mr Alvin Tan, said, “Through this exhibition, we hope to raise public awareness and appreciation of Chinese martial arts; showcase its evolution into a cultural asset beloved by many; and contribute to ongoing efforts to promote Chinese martial arts as an important component of the local Chinese community’s cultural and sporting heritage.”

Travelling Exhibition 

Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture started off at Westgate Level 1 Courtyard (Outside Main Entrance) from 29th April to 17th May 2026. This travelling exhibition is now at Pasir Ris Mall Level 2 from 18th May to 31st May 2026, before travelling to Junction 8 Level 1 (Outside Toast Box) from 1st June to 14th June 2026, and more venues around Singapore from 29th April to 30th October 2026.

For more details on the travelling exhibition’s other locations and dates, please visit https://singaporeccc.org.sg/events/heroic-moves-chinese-martial-arts-in-singapore-popular-culture-travelling-exhibition/ 

Admission is free! Share this travelling exhibition on Heroic Moves: Chinese Martial Arts in Singapore Popular Culture with your family, relatives and friends, especially those who love Wuxia, Kung Fu!

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SCCC Cultural Playground 2026 – A Children’s Festival

This is SCCC’s first children’s festival for children (aged 12 and below), offering performances, interactive workshops, and family-friendly programmes – all in Mandarin! 

SCCC’s Cultural Playground 2026 is based on the theme of “Tales and Tunes”, they will feature family-friendly offerings from Paper Monkey Theatre, The Theatre Practice, LittleCr3atures, BrookieKids, and more!

Cultural Playground – A Children’s Festival, taking place from 19th to 21st June 2026 at SCCC, invites your family and children to visit SCCC, discover and experience Singapore Chinese culture through stories, music, and play, from a total of 16 programmes. 

Key Highlight – The Legend of Nezha 

One of the key highlights will be the Legend of Nezha puppetry performance by Paper Monkey Theatre, they will bring the legendary tale of Nezha to life through exquisitely handcrafted rod puppets. 

The puppetry performance will also feature a dragon dance, a dynamic live martial arts segment, original music by The Flame of the Forest and local musician Govin Tan, as well as complementary hands-n workshop for children to learn the art of traditional Chinese rod puppetry as well as how to animate hand-crafted puppets. 

Key Highlight – 4th Edition of The Nursery Rhymes

Another key highlight of SCCC Cultural Playground will be the launch of the fourth edition of The Nursery Rhymes Project by The Theatre Practice. Based on the theme of “Imagine Our Songs”, the performance reimagines classic local Mandarin nursery rhymes such as Xiao Bai Chuan 《小白船》and Mothers Are Best 《世上只有妈妈好》through music and interactive theatrical storytelling as a means of engaging children and nurturing their appreciation of the Chinese language from an early age.

Multi-sensory workshops for babies and toddlers

Cultural Playground 2026 also offers multi-sensory music workshops for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 18 months. Anchored in the well-known children’s song Xiao Bai Chuan 《小白船》and grounded in SonicPlay, an evidence-based pedagogy. Those workshops position listening as the foundation of learning, and sound as a primary medium for connection, cultural awareness, and meaning-making.

Parent-Child Workshops

Cultural Playground festival also offers parent-child workshops such as:

• Storytelling with food-making workshops: where parents and children can enjoy stores of family, memories, and everyday traditions through storytelling, food-making, games and more.
• Picture book interactive storytelling workshops: where families will be introduced to elements of local Chinese culture through interactive storytelling, movement, and traditional games for young children.

Workshops for Parents

Parents play an important role in instilling interest and shaping their children’s appreciation for their mother tongue language. Cultural Playground 2026 recognises that, this festival is offering two free parental workshops where a curriculum specialist will share practical ways for parents to make learning Chinese fun and meaningful by weaving language-learning into everyday experiences.

Storytelling Sessions on History and Traditions of Chingay

Cultural Playground 2026 also offers a series of free storytelling sessions in collaboration with People’s Association on the history and traditions of Chingay, and fringe activities such as face-painting.

SCCC Chief Executive Officer, Mr Alvin Tan, said: “Through the festival, we hope to spark an interest in local Chinese culture and language amongst young children, and encourage learning through play, hands-on activities and immersive experiences. We also hope that children and their parents would enjoy themselves and create lasting memories of their encounters with culture and language.”

Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) Cultural Playground 2026

Cultural Playground 童趣乐园 – A Children’s Festival 儿童文化节

1. Date: 19th to 21st June 2026
2. Venue: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
3. Website: https://singaporen.sg/cp 

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Introducing myFirst Insta Lux

Introducing myFirst Insta Lux, this instant camera is going to change all that by combining the speed of instant photography with dye-sublimation printing technology, producing vibrant, high-quality prints that are waterproof and fingerprint-resistant. 

Perfect for birthday celebrations, family gatherings, daily life and commute, to casual hangouts with friends, the Insta Lux offers a simple and fun way to capture precious memories and turn them into priceless memories on the spot, as a gift in the form of an instant print, for your family, relatives, friends or for yourself.

Unlike traditional instant film, which relies on light-sensitive chemicals that react when exposed to light, dye-sublimation printing uses heat to transfer colour onto photo paper in multiple layers. Each print is then finished with a protective coating, producing durable prints with colours that can remain vibrant for decades, making them well-suited for scrapbooking, wallets and phone cases. 

Key Features of myFirst Insta Lux

myFirst Insta Lux features a 5MP camera with Smart Exposure, allowing users to take clear, well-balanced photos across a range of lighting conditions, from bright outdoor settings to lower-light environments, without having to adjust a single setting. 

Combined with easy-to-use creative frames and filters, myFirst Insta Lux makes it fun and easy to add a personal touch to every shot.

With built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, the Insta Lux also pairs with myFirst Circle app, allowing users to print directly from their smartphone gallery, giving families added flexibility to turn old digital snapshots into vibrant prints as well.

Other key features include: 

• A 2.8-inch IPS colour screen for previewing photos before printing, so you won’t waste film 
• Dual lenses, including a selfie lens, for more flexible shooting 
• An ergonomic shutter button with integrated LED flash for easier handling and brighter shots 

#ExploreTogether with us on #myFirst Insta Lux Fun Camera Adventures

What happens when a Gen X visual storyteller (yours truly) goes on a fun instant camera adventure with Jermine, a Gen Z intern (Creative/Content Creator/Photographer) with the myFirst Insta Lux camera? 

Come #ExploreTogether with us on #myFirst Insta Lux fun camera adventures, check out our unboxing video, a prelude to our “Face Off” between Gen X and Gen Z with the myFirst Intsa Lux camera.

Stay tuned and follow our fun camera adventures, stories and moments with the myFirst Insta Lux!

Pricing and Availability 

The myFirst Insta Lux is retailing at SGD$239, is available in Cotton Candy Mix and Grey. it is now available at the myFirst digital store, myFirst Suntec Experience Store, and POPULAR Bookstores across the country. 

Refills are priced at SGD$19.90 for two film cartridges that deliver up to 20 prints, or about $1 per print. The cartridge system is also easy to replace, making it convenient to keep printing with minimal interruption. 

To celebrate the launch, POPULAR Bookstore members can enjoy a special in-store price of $219 for the myFirst Insta Lux Instant Camera, while the Refill Film is available for $17.90.

myFirst Camera Insta Lux Specifications

• Display: 2.8″IPS color screen 
• Photo Resolution: 5MP 
• Rear Lens: 5MP 
• Selfie Lens: 5MP 
• Battery capacity: 700mAh, 7.4V 
• Battery life: 5 hours 
• Charging time: 2.5 hours 
• Charging interface: USB-C 
• Storage: Supports TF cards up to 64GB 
• Image format: JPG, THM 
• Video: Not supported 
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) 
• Dimensions:123.5*87*47.5 mm / 4.9 x 3.4 x 1.9 inches 
• Weight: 310g /0.68 lbs 

* Information and pictures courtesy of myFirst and Gloo PR * 

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Kickstarted 20 Years Milestone Celebrations in April 2026 

In April 2026, I kickstarted my TGH Photography and Travel Portal/Blog 20 years milestone celebrations (since I began my visual storytelling journey in April 2006).

On 10th April 2026, I shared quite a fair bit of my thoughts, feelings, and emotions, my visual stories and memories, milestones and achievements over the past 20 years, together with my plans and what the next few years and decade might unfold, in this published article, “Celebrating 20 Years of TGH Photography and Travel Portal/Blog”.

In the end, I wrote a lot (a.k.a. ranting) more than usual, making me sound like a broken recorder playing on repeat. Just letting my feelings, emotions and thoughts flow through into my writing and visual storytelling about my 20 years milestone journey.

20 Years Milestone Celebrations Plans for May 2026 and beyond 

My TGH Photography and Travel 20 years milestone celebrations kickoff was a low key affair, apart from publishing my milestone article, there wasn’t much else beside tested printed two customised patches (round and rectangular shape), bought some new photography related accessories e.g. t-shirts, cap, boonie hat, patches that would be part of my 20 years milestone profile shoot that would take place later in May 2026 (still waiting for my new camera backpack to arrive).

I only had two small celebration gatherings with two of my key partnerships/collaborations over the past decade, they are Hpility.SG (fellow blogger that entered a few years after me), Easy Travel Recipes and GLOO PR (also marking a milestone 10 years in the business).

More small group celebration plans in May 2026 and beyond, with different small group of friends are in the pipeline. 

Photography

Photography (Business) 

As I am still striking a balance between caregiver role at home, and everything else, I am working to secure more photography projects and shoots, in a very challenging and disruptive world today, slowing world economy and more uncertainties, coupled with more curveballs from technology disruptions by AI.

Photography (Personal) / Visual Storytelling / Content Creation

Starting in May 2026, I would start working on my TGH Photography and Travel 20 years milestone photo zine, time to dig through my archives, curating and printing into a magazine style layout.

Singapore Heritage Festival 2026 is taking in May 2026, I would be signing up for some tours, time to get myself back on track with my personal photography through history and heritage sectors. 

Back to doing gadgets review! For the month of May 2026, I would be testing out the myFirst Insta Lux camera, working together on content creation with my disciple/intern Jermine. Keep a lookout for new content and stories produced with this fun camera! 

I am working to get myself back on track with my personal visual storytelling, media events coverage. My photoblogging has been affected in the past six months due to matters at home, planning to use my photoblogging as an avenue away from my various personal situations that I am currently facing.

Photography Competitions

Back to entering photography competitions in the month of May 2026! I am preparing to enter the following photography competitions below. 

I read about Earth in Focus photography competition previously, since I am into wildlife photography, as well as love for nature and great outdoors, why not give it a shot this year? As for Mad About Singapore 2026, I had been entering for the past few years. That’s also a cat photo competition by Asia Cat Expo, being a cat lover myself, why not give it a go?

Let’s see how it goes for me in the following photography competitions! 

• Earth in Focus 2026 Film & Photography Competition – Website: https://www.earthinfocus.co/ 
• Mad About Singapore 2026 – Website: https://madaboutsingapore.sg/ 
• Asia Cat Expo 2026 – Website: https://asiacatexpo.com/ 

Personal

Balancing caregiver role at home, along with everything else, still remains a delicate and tricky situation. It’s not going to get easier, probably gets more challenging and difficult down the road. I am not planning to talk too much or share too much on my situations, due to privacy concerns as well as how many people or friends can truly understand and empathise?

May The Force Be With You!

In the month of May, it’s the time for Star Wars fans around the world to gather for May The 4th celebrations! Hope to soak into everything Star Wars as well as Star Wars related photography during the MayThe4th weekend!

May The Force. Be With You, fellow Star Wars fans! 

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