We are now in August 2026, seven months has passed, time flies in the blink of an eye. Since marking my my 20 years milestone celebrations from April till July 2026 what lies ahead for me in the month of August 2026? Here are my photography / visual storytelling / content creation themes and plans for August 2026.
TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years Milestone Celebrations till date (April to July 2026)
Continuing to look back at my TGH Photography and Travel 20 Years milestone celebrations till date from April to July 2026, there still wasn’t much celebrations till date except for my earlier small celebration gatherings in April 2026.
On 25th July 2026, two significant milestones coming together – TGH Photography and Travel portal/blog 20 years milestone x 20th edition Canon PhotoMarathon 2026. I was participating in my 12th Canon PhotoMarathon this year 2026, great to meet and catch up with different groups of photographer friends. Read more about my Canon PhotoMarathon 2026 adventure here!
I am going to start working on my 20 years milestone celebrations photography zine in August 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 August 2026 and beyond, continuing on from where I kickstarted in the past few 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.
Nature/Outdoors Photography + Bird Photography for Photography Therapy
It’s been some time that I went for nature/outdoors photography together with bird photography for my photography therapy. I am working on balancing and re-allocating more time for outdoors/nature and bird/wildlife photography again in August 2026 and last quarter of 2026 when migratory bird season starts again.
Documenting Old and Disappearing Places/Buildings in August 2026
The closure of Harbourfront on 27th July 2026 sparked my revival in documenting and photographing old places in Singapore, a personal project that I had embarked on around 2010 onwards. I managed to capture some last memories of Harbourfront before its last day on 27th July 2026.
In recent weeks, more news were reported on locations facing an uncertain future and challenges, from nature areas to urban buildings. Both Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks nature areas are slated for future housing development, sparking quite a fair bit of debates, discussions and limelight on future economic development (in the housing sector) versus preserving/conserving land/nature areas.
I am going to revisit Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks, photographing and documenting as much as I can, in the months and years ahead before development takes place, like what I did with Dover Forest prior to that area being cleared for public housing development. Time to find like-minded nature friends and explore the lush greenery and aura of Maju Forest.
Tan Boo Liat building is also in the news recently too, with its impending en bloc sale, we would see less of such mixed use commercial development that has its own brutalist architectural design that was built in 1976 that accompanied Singapore’s growth and transformation over the decades.
Photography Competitions
Sony World Photography Awards 2027
The Sony World Photography Awards 2027 have been launched. I have been participating in this photography competition for a number of years. If you are keen to enter, do check them out, go for it!
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. More information on SJ60 Photo and Video contest can be found here.
National Environment Agency (NEA) – Show Us Your Singapore Skies
Upload a photo of Singapore skies between 15 July and 31 August 2026, showcasing the beauty of Singapore skies from golden sunsets to dramatic cloud formations.
More information can be found here.
Exhibitions/Events (Photography/Heritage/Arts)
There are a few exhibitions and events taking place in August 2026 that are photography, heritage, and arts related. Do check them out below!
SG61 Birthday Celebrations/NDP 2026
Singapore’s 61st birthday is coming soon on 9th August 2026 with her National Day Parade (NDP) 2026 taking place on that day. Get ready for SG61 birthday celebrations in the month of August 2026!
National Museum of Singapore (NMS) National Day Celebrations 2026 | Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis (LTB) 2026 | Singapore Night Festival 2026
At the National Museum of Singapore (NMS) and Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) district, there are exciting SG61 celebrations and events taking place! Check out National Museum of Singapore National Day Celebrations 2026 & Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis 2026!
Singapore Night Festival 2026 is coming soon! Taking place from 21st August to 5th September 2026.
Read more in my article!
SLA25 Rediscovery Trail
Singapore Land Authority (SLA) is celebrating her 25 years milestone in 2026. Marking this milestone, SLA is inviting the public to visit and explore SLA places that have shaped Singapore’s communities and society.
More information can be found here.
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.
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.
Let’s Go Celebrate National Day 2026 together with Heritage, Culture, Arts and Creativity in August 2026!
August 2026 is here! The month of National Day celebrations in Singapore with her SG61 birthday! That’s also heritage, culture, arts and creativity events taking place too! Let’s go celebrate National Day 2026 together with Heritage, Culture, Arts and Creativity in August 2026!