LEICA GALERIE

Leica Camera shares a passion for and a love of creative photography of the highest standards with many people around the world – that’s why making such works and their creators accessible to people with this passion has always been important to Leica. For decades now, and for this precise reason, Leica has offered both prominent Leica photographers and emerging new talents an opportunity to present their work to a wider audience. The Leica galleries were conceived as the ideal forum for this purpose.

The tradition of the Leica Galleries goes back to the 1970s. The first Leica Gallery was founded in Wetzlar in 1976 and currently resides in the headquarters of Leica Camera AG. Further galleries were to follow, and today, Leica Galleries are found in many parts of the world, including Singapore.

Leica Galerie Singapore

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Located at the iconic Raffles Hotel, the Leica Galerie is the start of a beautiful photographic journey for many. The goal is to share the joy and love for photography through Leica exhibitions in Singapore, to audiences who have yet to experience the emotions of such work firsthand. The Leica Galerie will showcase over 6 photography exhibitions each year from local and international talents. The first exhibition was launched with 23 original black and white prints from the Leica Collection and included works from legendary photographers such as Thomas Hoepker, Henri Cartier-Bresson, René Burri, Sebastiao Salgado, Constantine Manos, Klavdij Sluban and Jane Evelyn Atwood.

Leica Galerie Singapore

328 North Bridge Road
#01-20
Singapore 188719
Phone: +65-63369555
E-mail: marketing.lcap@leica-camera.com

Opening hours:
10 am – 8 pm daily

Please take note that we will be closed from 5pm - 8pm on April 27th, 2024 for a private event.

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DRIVING PLACES

29 Aug 2024 - 1 Oct 2024 | Calvin Courjon

Driving places showcases Calvin’s true passion: Cars, particularly classic vehicles. His work is a testament to this love, as he masterfully blends rare and prestigious automobiles with iconic landscapes, creating images that highlight the deep connection between a car and its surroundings.

Calvin’s photography challenges the conventional notion that sports cars belong solely in urban environments; instead, he portrays them as vessels of adventure, capable of escaping the confines of the city and finding freedom on the most awe-inspiring roads nature has to offer.

About the photographer

Calvin COURJON, 24, is a French photographer specialized in automotive and travel images. Calvin started his photographic journey when he was only ten years old. Fourteen years later, he’s never in one place for long. From shooting some of the most prestigious cars in Paris, Bangkok, or elsewhere, to exploring remote locations such as Patagonia, Calvin always travel to discover and feel new regions of the world to fuel his need of creating the best images. He also produces all the images of world’s best pastry chef, Cedric Grolet, as well as for various luxury brands.

But his true love still lies in cars, especially classics, and travels. His work reflects that. Trying to bring some of the rarest vehicles in iconic locations to emphasize the bond between a car and its background, demonstrating that sport cars are not only nested in big cities but are also a way of escaping in the nature, looking for the most incredible roads. His hunt for the best pictures has gathered more than 115 000 people on Instagram (@ccourjon) where he publishes his work and behind the scenes.

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KINDRED GUARDIANS

5 Jul 2024 - 22 Aug 2024 | Justin Mott

Kindred Guardians is an ongoing, self-funded personal project centered on documenting individuals worldwide who dedicate their lives to aiding animals in need. Each chapter explores a distinct issue and highlights the profound bonds between humans and animals. The project aims to raise awareness of global wildlife issues and to honor and showcase the dedicated individuals who advocate for animal welfare as their life's mission.

Havana Nocturne

1 Apr 2024 - 1 Jun 2024 | Fulvio Bugani

"Havana Nocturne" is more than a photo exhibition; it's an invitation to feel, reflect, and immerse yourself in the extraordinary nocturnal world of Havana through the eyes of Fulvio Bugani. Each photograph is a testament to the photographer's deep connection with the city. "Havana Nocturne" invites viewers to experience the nocturnal charm of Havana, where every corner tells a story, and every shadow holds a mystery.

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The Master of Elegance & Allure

28 Apr 2024 - 13 May 2024 | George Hoyningen-Huene

The exhibition, titled “The Master of Elegance & Allure,” is organised in collaboration with the George Hoyningen-Huene Estate Archives, established in 2020 to preserve the renowned photographer’s legacy, share his work with a wide audience and inspire contemporary photographers and creatives around the world. The platinum palladium prints on display here are prized for their permanence and rich tonal spectrum. Employing metals more precious than gold, the platinum palladium process creates photographs with a lush, matt surface and their tones range from velvety blacks to a myriad of greys and delicate whites. This exhibition coincides with the publication of the new Thames & Hudson book “George Hoyningen-Huene: Photography, Fashion, Film,” further enhancing the celebration of his multifaceted contributions to the realms of photography, fashion and cinema.

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Distorted Realities: Photographic Narratives of the Underground Music Scene

12 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | Muhammad Farhan Osman

"Distorted Realities" serves as an immersive showcase, bringing to life compelling visual narratives that intricately depict the multifaceted essence of the underground music scene. Through the lens of photography, this exhibition meticulously explores the distinct stories and varied dimensions inherent to this subculture. It provides viewers with a profound and engaging insight into the vibrant, unconventional, and ever-evolving realm of underground music.

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In The Eye of a Travelling Salesman

18 Aug - 30 Nov 2023 | Alan Kwang

“In The Eye of a Traveling Salesman” goes beyond being a mere display of remarkable photography; it serves as a testament to the profound impact of human curiosity and the unifying power of travel. Alan Kwang's remarkable journey takes us on a global adventure, igniting a sense of wonder and appreciation for the world's diverse cultures, people and landscapes. This exhibition will kindle and unleash your inner passion, inspiring you to explore, embrace new experiences as well as witness the beauty that surrounds us, both near and far.

SugarWOW!

18 May - 15 Aug 2023 | Jan von Holleben

In this exhibition, the Berlin photographer, Jan von Holleben, takes us on a fascinating and adventurous journey into the world of the magic drug sugar.

Between the Years

18 Feb - 15 May 2023 | Valentin Goppel

Young adults in times of Corona: The German photographer’s series explores the impact of the pandemic on his generation. Like his contemporaries, Goppel also experienced the sudden stalling of habitual activities, and was obliged to come to terms with feelings of insecurity when considering any plan for the future. Corona was rather like a catalyst for a progressive sense of disorientation. Goppel’s pictures speak of the strange forlornness affecting an entire generation.

All The Stuff On The Street Is A Gift

14 Nov 2022 - 15 Feb 2023 | Joel Meyerowitz

“𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗳𝗳 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆.”

American street, portrait and landscape photographer Joel Meyerowitz belongs to the most renowned representatives of US street and colour photography. Like a few others, he manages time and again to draw out surprising and often very curious moments from the tangled confusion of everyday life. In the "All The Stuff On The Street Is A Gift" exhibition, explore New York, Paris, Spain, and more as he documents interesting sights on the streets of these cities.

Anything Can Happen And Probably Will

26 Aug - 13 Nov 2022 | Jesse Marlow

Set in the urban environment and inspired by the banality of modern-day existence, Jesse's work explores themes of suburbia, abandonment and daily rituals.

ART 'R' US

2 Jul - 24 Aug 2022 | Chia Aik Beng

A peek behind the curtain of 12 homegrown artists to reveal the characters who’ve been key players in Singapore’s blossoming creative scene. These people are makers, creators and artists who have demonstrated a high degree of artistic talent and skill over the past decade, in Singapore. The cream of the crop in their respective communities.

NOSOTRAS

04.04.22 - 29.06.22 | Graciela Magnoni

"Nosotras" is a long-term project by Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA) 2021 nominee Graciela Magnoni. Titled "Us" in Spanish, Magnoni's LOBA nominated series spotlights the differences and commonalities between girls and women all over the world.

THE MAN BEHIND THAT PORTRAIT

02.12.21 - 11.01.22 | Dr. Chua Yang

Marking the debut photography exhibition of Dr. Chua Yang, The Man Behind That Portrait offers a unique glimpse of Yang’s father, the acclaimed artist Chua Mia Tee in his studio, at home and in the routine of random days including during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic.

WE THE PEOPLE

02.12.21 - 11.01.22 | Adele Chan & Jeryl Tan

Our final pair of photographers for the #ChallengeTheLimits campaign, Adele Chan and Jeryl Tan, stepped out of their comfort zones and take on one another's style.

"We The People” is a series of photos depicting Singaporeans and the quiet strength that lies within each individual. Collectively, the visuals showcase a diverse society; on their own, every picture tells the story of a human spirit full of passion and power, and a citizen who is essential in their own way. Returning power to the people is not being above the law; it’s simply where justice and equality truly result in happiness and progress.

Read more about the #ChallengeTheLimits campaign here.

THE (DIS)PARITY OF LIGHT

26.08.21 - 07.09.21 | AikBeng Chia & Hosanna Swee

In continuation of the #ChallengeTheLimits campaign, our second pair of photographers, AikBeng Chia and Hosanna Swee stepped out of their comfort zones as they take on one another's style.

Taking inspiration from the dichotomy of light and darkness, this exhibition explores the boundaries of one’s craft. AikBeng Chia and Hosanna Swee step outside of their respective comfort zones to take on each other’s photographic style; Chia delves into portraiture while Swee hits the streets for inspiration. At first glance, their styles and persona may be disparate, like night and day, yet even when challenged, both of them have found true north: beauty in the quotidian. As you scrutinise each image, we invite you to discover the liminal spaces — split-second moments where their approach and artistry find common ground.

Read more about the #ChallengeTheLimits campaign here.

THE SOUL NEEDS MORE SPACE THAN THE BODY

16.07.21 - 24.08.21 | Munster Cheong & Leslie Heng

As part of our #ChallengeTheLimits campaign, Munster and Leslie stepped out of their comfort zones as they take on one another's style.

Munster is known for his edgy and detailed fashion photography, while Leslie is renowned for his breathtaking work on spaces, architecture and landscape. In this campaign, Munster challenges himself in Leslie's forte of documenting spaces, where he will be exposed to the uncontrollable conditions of nature, as opposed to the finely-tuned studio environments which he is accustomed to, while Leslie challenges his limits by taking on Munster's forte; portraiture - something completely out of his comfort zone. Their works have hit many firsts for themselves and Leica Galerie Singapore!

Read more about the #ChallengeTheLimits campaign here.

FUTURE STUDIES

16.04.21 - 30.06.21 | Luca Locatelli

"Future Studies" is a long-term project by Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2020 winner Luca Locatelli, in which he researches new ways for humanity to survive on planet Earth. With his series of 20 colour photos, he questions the existing concepts around permanent economic growth and, as a result, opens up an intense debate with regard to our relationship with nature and with technology. Luca Locatelli: “One of the characteristic symptoms of the times we are living in is the growing feeling that we are losing the vision of a better future, of a promising, yet unknown, hypothetical tomorrow. During these tough times of Covid19, when the world seems to have stood still, we have been given a chance like never before. We can consider what our behaviour should look like in the future, where efforts should be made to re-establish a healthy relationship with nature and the planet.”

LIFE IN MONO

25.12.20 - 24.02.21 | AikBeng Chia

Featuring snapshots of daily life, taken in public spaces on the streets of Singapore, Life in Mono is a series of monochrome photographs shot by renowned Singapore photographer AikBeng Chia. Driven by a musing on the bonds of human social behavior in public spaces linked together by multicentric municipalities, these images of the mundane everyday life may not mean much now but it gives a glimpse of how ordinary Singaporeans lived for the future generation.

All the photographs are captured with the Leica Q2 Monochrom.

THROUGH THE SALARYMAN'S EYE

10.10.20 - 09.12.20 | Jiro Kochi

Jiro Kochi (1927-2010) was a salaryman who lived in Takanodai, Tokyo with his wife and three children. He had a lifelong passion for photography and went everywhere with his camera. Over six decades, he took more than 85,000 images of his family, his daily commute to work, the people he encountered, the places he frequented, and anything that caught his curious eye. Significantly, his photographs offered a glimpse into Tokyo life from the 1950s to 1980s, and captured the signs and symbols of Japan in its boom years.

FACE VALUE

17.01.20 - 31.03.20 | Adele Chan

Face Value is a series of portraits featuring “influencers” and “girls of Instagram”. It throws the spotlight on the changing face of media; how traditional media is being replaced by faces, and how society — including the media — constantly judge these faces, placing values on them. On this topic, Adele created a series of pictures with notable personalities from Singapore's social media generation, captured with the Leica M10-P. Adele Chan is an Editor, Author and Photographer based in Singapore, with close to 20 years of experience in the media industry.

CHINA

10.11.19 - 13.01.20 | Steve McCurry

Steve McCurry decided on China as his first official location to take photographs with the Leica SL2. Conveying a sense of naturalness and confidence, the photographs were like a seamless, uninterrupted flow which continues from his previous Chinese experience. McCurry was the first recipient of the Leica Hall of Fame Award in 2011 and has been recognized with some of the most prestigious awards including the Robert Capa Gold Medal, National Press Photographers Award, and an unprecedented four first prize awards from the World Press Photo contest amongst dozens of others.

12 HOURS

13.09.19 - 01.11.19 | STASH & Jahan Loh

The exhibition documents current developments and thoughts from 2 cities exactly 12 hours apart, highlighting fundamental questions by examining the basic philosophical concepts of Time, Space and Existence.

ANGKOR

22.08.19 - 10.09.19 | Michael Lee

On his sixth trip to Cambodia, Michael Lee, with a Leica CL, revisited the majestic Angkor Wat and the villages around Siem Reap, photographing the people who went about their daily lives unaffected by the bustling tourist activities. Proceeds from the sale of prints will benefit the Little Angel Orphanage and Khmer Art Centre.

DREAM A LITTLE DREAM

16.05.19 - 12.08.19 | Rosalynn Tay

Inspired by soft, lyrical vignettes, “Dream a Little Dream” is a series by Rosalynn Tay that echoes the poetic hues created with the Leica M camera and Noctilux lens. The photographer is a wanderer of life, exploring the world to capture moments of beauty in a painterly grace. Her dreams and the fleeting moments of nostalgia marry to form an intimate union.

LEICA Q2: METAMORPHOSIS

26.04.19 - 14.05.19 | Hosanna Swee

This exhibition evokes a conversation on duality through Japan's evolving landscape – micro and macro, what’s given and what’s made. It narrates the constant growth in an individual, portraying a sense of reincarnation from one frame to another, which constantly alters with time, yet still keeping to its sense of individuality. In this case, Japan is the subject. Photography is fundamentally a time based medium. And this series fundamentally draws back to Hosanna's journey in photography — who she is, right now, is the process of editing and becoming.

LEICA Q2: @FOREVERHUNGRYTOUR IN BANGKOK

05.04.19 - 23.04.19 | Chooee

The concept of @Foreverhungrytour sprang from the interest of documenting culinary stories through the hungry lens of Chooee. He comes from a background of documenting street culture and fashion and shoots his food in the same style. Shot entirely with the Leica Q2, this exhibition takes you to the old side of Bangkok city, where the light, colours and food have their own unique charm. Each photo represents a story which inter-links to another.

LEICA Q2: SINGKARPOR

07.03.19 - 02.04.19 | AikBeng Chia

Also known as ABC, AikBeng Chia started photographing in 2008. His vivid and gritty images focusing on the daily lives of people on the streets of Singapore have earned him a strong following of well over 30,000 on Instagram. ABC’s photographs have been exhibited and published internationally. In 2015, he launched his “SingKarPor” Book, and of the thousands of photos taken since 2011, his carefully curated work includes a special feature on the passing of Lee Kuan Yew, an event which saw an unprecedented outpouring of emotion from normally reserved Singaporeans. Driven by a musing based on the bonds of human social behaviour in public spaces, and linked together by multicentric municipalities, SingKarPor continues to be an ongoing project for AikBeng.

Photo Exhibition at Leica Store Marina Bay Sands

Located within the Leica Store at Marina Bay Sands, the photo exhibition showcases works of budding local talents and Leica customers.

SINGING IN THE DARK

7 Nov 2022 - 16 Apr 2023 | KC Eng and members of Red Photos

It is more than just about the opera, the performers and the props involved. It is the incorporeal embodiment of tradition that we must treasure today, fading as it will with time’s arrow. It is also an emblem of the altruistic spirit of dedicating oneself wholeheartedly to something without expecting much materially in return. This photo exhibition holds and passes on that shimmering trove to the audience, in hope that the persistence of its memory may yet still gleam farther down in the sands of time, before its final vanishment under a shroud of oblivion.

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MOUNT BROMO

30 Aug - 7 Nov 2024 | Leica Akadamie

Located some 4 hours drive from Surabaya, the capital of East Java, Mount Bromo is a part of the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. The awe-inspiring landscape of Mount Bromo lived up to its reputation during a recent photography expedition organised by Leica Akademie. The photos on display in this exhibition captured the authentic spirit of life in Indonesia's volcanic heartland. Each photograph tells a powerful story, revealing the raw beauty of the native people and their daily lives amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Mount Bromo. From the rugged streets to intimate moments shared by the locals, these images provide a glimpse into a world where tradition blends harmoniously with nature’s grandeur.

About Shaz Rahman

Experience the rich culture and scenic landscape of Mount Bromo through our lens. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary collection where the stunning beauty of the region is captured in its most genuine and unfiltered moments, revealing the resilient spirit and remarkable essence of Mount Bromo.

About KC Eng

Many years ago – after my national service - I decided to see the world through the camera lens. This bridge between science and art, brings both worlds to a common denominator in my search fora unified vision in time, space and structure. For now, I write stories in visual language where prose and poetry require no transcription. My trusty Leica facilitates the 'taking', whilst I do the 'giving', to transform and transcend ordinary reality, bringing subjective order into objective chaos. In a domain undictated by formula, I turn to myself with my conscience speaking, writing and singing in the language of light and time.