Part of the Concours d’Elegance 2026
As part of the prestigious Concours d’Elegance celebrations, Leica invites you to an exclusive workshop with renowned automotive photographer Adrian Wong. With a career spanning collaborations with the world’s most prestigious car brands, Adrian has mastered the art of transforming design, light, and motion into iconic imagery.
In this Leica Explore workshop, Adrian will share his creative process—offering rare insight into how he crafts automotive photographs that resonate with both artistry and precision. Participants will then step behind the lens themselves, guided by Adrian, to photograph a display car on-site and experiment with composition, reflections, and detail.
This workshop is a unique opportunity to experience automotive photography at the highest level, blending technical mastery with creative storytelling, all within the elegant atmosphere of the Concours d’Elegance.
Workshop Outline
2:00 – 2:15 PM | Welcome & Introduction
- Concours d’Elegance context and workshop positioning
- Adrian Wong shares his journey in automotive photography
- Overview of workshop goals and participant expectations
2:15 – 2:45 PM | Behind the Lens: Adrian’s Creative Process
- Automotive photography techniques for prestige brands
- Storytelling through design, light, and environment
- Case studies of Adrian’s iconic projects
2:45 – 3:15 PM | Technical Insights
- Lighting strategies for cars indoors and outdoors
- Managing reflections and surfaces
- Lens choices and camera settings with the Leica SL system
3:15 – 4:30 PM | Practical Shooting Session
- Guided shoot with a display car
- Hands-on coaching from Adrian on composition, angles, and detail shots
- Experimentation with Leica gear
4:30 – 5:00 PM | Review & Q&A
- Group discussion of participant images
- Adrian’s feedback and tips for refining your automotive photography
- Closing remarks and networking
This workshop is open to all camera brand users. Participants are advised to bring their own cameras for the workshop. Limited Leica Cameras will be available for try-out.
Date & Time:
Date: 14 Aug 2026
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Venue: IMBA Theatre, Gardens by the Bay
18 Marina Gardens Dr, #01-24, Singapore 018953
Nearest Carpark: Bayfront Plaza Carpark
Nearest MRT: Bayfront MRT Exit B
About the Tutor
Adrian Wong, known professionally as adrianvanq, is a premier Singaporean automotive photographer. What began as a childhood passion for collecting die-cast cars evolved into an elite career when he began shooting cars in 2008. Based in Singapore, he specializes in high-end commercial assets, automotive journalism, and dramatic convoy shoots.
Renowned for his meticulous composition and dynamic lighting, Adrian has spent nearly two decades building a respected global reputation. He regularly collaborates with the world’s most prestigious manufacturers, capturing breathtaking imagery for iconic brands including Bugatti, Pagani, Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, Porsche and many more, cementing his status as a master of automotive visual storytelling.
