Following its display at the Penang Culture Centre in March, the “Life’s A Stage, A Photography Exhibition by David Tay Poey Cher” was held at the Selangor Culture Centre from 6–14 July. This exhibition showcased 26 black-and-white humanistic photographs by renowned Singaporean photographer David Tay, capturing the journey of human life from childhood to old age.
The opening ceremony on 7 July began with a performance by the SGM Hope Fife-and-Drum Corps. SGM president Johnny Ng expressed his hope that the arts would foster connections among people and help build a brighter future.
Sentosa assemblyperson YB Gunarajah George, who attended the ceremony, noted that the photographs offer an opportunity to reflect on one’s attitude towards life and gain new insights. Meanwhile, David Tay shared that the greatest joy for him was forging friendships with people from around the world through photography.
After the opening, a sharing session took place where David Tay discussed his choice of black and white photography and his creative approach. He explained that he focuses on capturing people’s eyes, as he believes that emotions are best conveyed through them. His aim is for viewers to appreciate the beauty of life through his works, inspiring them to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
