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Artist Name

Terence Tan

Born: 1970

Hometown: Singapore

Based in: Singapore

Studied Electronics Engineering at Singapore Polytechnic. I became a professional photographer in 2008.

๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ณ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฃ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐˜€, ๐—œ๐—น๐—น๐˜‚๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—œ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€.
Since 2016, I began developing a distinctive artistic style that merges digital photography with painting and design concepts to create fineart prints.

Rather than simply capturing reality, my artworks serves as a gateway to imagination - where boundaries dissolve and perceptions evolve. I explore the fluid interplay between reality and illusion, weaving intricate compositions that balance complexity with a sense of whimsy.

Through vividly realistic imagery, my art transcends conventional constraints, allowing me to reimagine alternative realities beyond the ordinary. Each piece is meticulously crafted using cutting-edge inkjet technology on high-quality museum-grade archival paper, ensuring both longevity and uniqueness. My journey reflects a deep passion for blending technology and artistry, resulting in distinctive and enduring creations.

My artistic journey liberates me from traditional constraints, enabling me to boldly reimagine alternative realities beyond the confines of the ordinary.

๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜€:
The Artyzen Singapore Hotel, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, Morgan Stanley US, British Petroleum Singapore, GFC Financial Consultants, TAKE-TWO Asia Pte Ltd, Logi Restaurant & Bar, Singaporean German Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

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More About Terence Tan

Question IconWhat inspires you?

Challenging conventions. Making new immersive and beautiful images by using, challenging and extending traditional concepts and tools.

Question IconDescribe your creative process.

Research, exploration, visualisation, digitalisation, manipulation, composition, presentation.

Question IconWhat are 3 words that best describe your work?

Immersive, unconventional, abstract.

Question IconWho are some artists that have influenced your work?

picasso, monet, andy warhol, rothko, hokusai, murakami

Question IconWhat is the most important tool when creating your work?

Adventurous mind.

Question IconWhat is the best piece of advice you have been given?

Practice, take risks, experiment, innovate, be happy... repeat.

Question IconWhere do you go for inspiration?

visit art galleries, street roaming, talking to artists.


Collections Featuring Terence Tan

5 Collections

Southeast Asian Artworks

Southeast Asian Artworks

55 Artists, 59 Products

Last updated: January 22, 2021

Ready to Hang Artworks

Ready to Hang Artworks

37 Artists, 41 Products

Last updated: November 30, 2020

By Medium: Limited Edition Prints

By Medium: Limited Edition Prints

33 Artists, 38 Products

Last updated: November 27, 2020


Credentials

Education

Singapore Polytechnic

Singapore, 1999

Exhibitions

Palette Harmony Group Exhibition at ION Gallery

Singapore, 2024

Affordable Artfair 2024

Singapore, 2024

START Artfair 2023 at SAATCHI Art Gallery in London

United Kingdom, 2023

ArtGemini Prize 2022 Finalists Exhibition

Singapore, 2023

Group Exhibition The Straits Gallery

Singapore, 2023

18th Ngee Ann Photographic Exhibition at Lasalle College of the Arts

Singapore, 2023

Huu Nghi S'pore Vietnam 50-10 Exhibition

Vietnam, 2023

Affordable Artfair 2023

Singapore, 2023

Reflection by Maya Galleries

Singapore, 2021

Abstraction at Gallery at The Well

Singapore, 2021

Sambal Goreng group exhibition

Singapore, 2019

ArtGeminiPrize 2019 finalist exhibition

Singapore, 2019

Solo Exhibition (XY Hotel Invitation)

Singapore, 2018

Solo Exhibition (German Centre, Singapore)

Singapore, 2017

UNSUNG solo Exhibition

Singapore, 2016

Singapore Our Garden of Eden

Singapore, 2015