2GETHER AS 1 In Solidarity
A film and photography showcase of 10 Asians who have made Singapore their home in the wake of COVID-19. Through SMU students’ lens, we learn how the concept of home, work, and the people we define as family have taken on new meanings in 2021. Curated by SMU alumna filmmaker, Jasmine Teh.
The tales of these 10 individuals are captured vividly by student artists in these photo-essays and short films. We hope their stories inspire you to live bravely, laugh wholeheartedly, and love unconditionally, in spite of the incessant pandemic.
There are 2 sections to this virtual exhibition, Characters and Chapters. In Characters, learn about each of our 10 subjects through key moments of their lives and aspirations captured on film stills. In Chapters, hear our 10 subjects voice their woes, wills, and wishes through 3 short films.
CHAPTERS
Woes
With the onset of COVID-19, we look at the troubles it has caused across the lives of 10 different individuals, as they grapple with the impact on their work, families and homes.
Click below to learn more about each of the Characters featured in this clip.
Wills
Despite their woes, witness how these 10 individuals persevere with grit and tenacity, facing their challenges courageously both outside and within.
Click below to learn more about each of the Characters featured in this clip. Or scroll down for Wishes.
Wishes
As we head towards a new normal, our 10 individuals share their eager hopes for the future that keeps them going in these trying times.
Click below to learn more about each of the Characters featured in this clip.
CURATOR
Jasmine Teh
A filmmaker, photographer and creator of highly lauded videos. Jasmine is the President of SMU Alumni Collective (for Artists & Designers), an alumni group for visual arts and photography enthusiasts. An SMU alumna herself, Jasmine (BSc (ISM), 2012) was also a producer of the widely-seen documentary film on Singapore’s pioneering female Olympians, When The Stars Align, amongst many other films.
STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHERS
STUDENT CREW
Jay Teo Yean Ching
DIRECTOR
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Foo Tiang Chyi, Izaac
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Ho Jing Ling
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Lee Jin Yang
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Tristin Tan Yue Ling
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Yeo Fu Yu
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Leong Shin Yang Sean
COPYWRITER
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
COPYWRITER
CREDITS
Characters
GARY ANG
Photography Team Lead:
Zesheng Fu
Photography Team:
Foo Tiang Chyi Izaac
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Yeo Fu Yu
Writer:
Leong Shin Yang Sean
RIZALINA UANANG
Photography Team Lead:
Khant Min Naing
Photography Team:
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Lee Jin Yang
Writer:
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
MARSELLA GENANDY AND MICHELLE GENANDY
Photography Team Lead:
Gnansekaran Sanchana
Photography Team:
Foo Tiang Chyi Izaac
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Writer:
Leong Shin Yang Sean
DEEPIKA KHETAN
Photography Team Lead:
Wong Wan Qing Celeste
Photography Team:
Andrea Vincent
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Tristin Tan Yue Ling
Writer:
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
DELPHINE LU
Photography Team Lead:
Gnansekaran Sanchana
Photography Team:
Foo Tiang Chyi Izaac
Jarret Kow Jun Wen
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Writer:
Leong Shin Yang Sean
DR MARION CARTECIANO
Photography Team Lead:
Andrea Vincent
Photography Team:
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Tristin Tan Yue Ling
Wong Wan Qing Celeste
Writer:
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
MAX WANG
Photography Team Lead:
Tan Xin Yi
Photography Team:
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Khant Min Naing
Lee Jin Yang
Writer:
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
SHARIF MD
Photography Team Lead:
Megan Lim Yu Yi
Photography Team:
Gracia Dharma
Ho Jing Ling
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Lee Jin Yang
Writer:
Leong Shin Yang Sean
WANG SHUYANG
Photography Team Lead:
Gracia Dharma
Photography Team:
Megan Lim Yu Yi
Ho Jing Ling
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Writer:
Leong Shin Yang Sean
YOONG ZHEN HONG
Photography Team Lead:
Wong Wan Qing Celeste
Photography Team:
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Writer:
Winnie Lim Wen Ying
Chapters
Director:
Jay Teo Yean Ching
Assistant Director:
Jarrett Kow Jun Wen
Videographers:
Foo Tiang Chyi, Izaac
Ho Jing Ling
Lee Jin Yang
Yeo Fu Yu
Tristin Tan Yue Ling
PRODUCTION TEAM
SMU CLUB
SMUSAIC
Founded in 2002, SMUSAIC is SMU’s very own community for aspiring photographers. The club is opened to any SMU student interested to learn and embark on a journey to explore the world of photography. SMUSAIC organises a variety of photography workshops, competitions, exhibitions and photo walks all year round.
PARTING WORDS
SMUSAIC’s journey with these brave individuals was brief, yet meaningful. Their stories will carry on beyond the confines of our exhibition, and we are certain that they will make it home in the near future, no matter where it is.
2GETHER AS 1 SUPPORTS
THE SMU RESILIENCE FUND
The programmes you have watched are a labour of love from over 300 youths over the last 8 months. They have come 2GETHER AS 1 to pursue their common passion in the arts, while juggling the commitments from other aspects of their lives. For some students, this includes shouldering financial difficulties during the pandemic. You can help ease their load by donating generously to SMU Resilience Fund, a university-wide effort established in 2020 to provide timely and much-needed relief for SMU students. We look forward to receiving your support during this festive season.
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