Two Rivers Exhibition by Melisa Teo
We are honored to be the Marketing Partner for the Two Rivers Exhibition by the talented Melisa Teo, Singapore born and bred photographer. Melisa’s distinctive vision, shaped by her dual heritage and life experiences, is evident throughout Two Rivers. Her photographs capture life's fluidity, mirroring the rivers' dynamic flow, and offering a compelling reflection on the past, the future, and the intricate web of human connections.
Details of the Complimentary Public Exhibitions and Associated Activities are as follows:
Anderson Bridge, Fullerton Road
23 April to 31 May 2025
VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk
4 June to 4 July 2025
Two Rivers Young Artist Competition, VivoCity
4 to 24 June 2025
Artist Talk by Melisa Teo, Library@Harbourfront
4 June 2025, 4 pm
Courtesy of Two Rivers. All Rights Reserved.
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About Melisa Teo
Melisa Teo is a Singaporean photographer who regards her camera as a “third eye” which is guided by intuition to perceive a reality that eludes the naked eye. For her, the camera is a transmitter and translator of light’s messages and photography, a doorway bordering visible and invisible worlds. Since 2008, she has been travelling through spiritual worlds in pursuit of the sacred. Her journeys have been documented in a number of books (Light From Within, The Light Beyond) and exhibitions (Dark Light, Eden). In recent years, her fascination with the relationship between man and nature has led her from shamans in the forests of Siberia to anonymous figures in the manicured gardens of Paris, her adoptive city. Her latest book The Trees of Paris was published in 2020. Melisa majored in English Language and Literature at the National University of Singapore and French Language and Literature at Sorbonne University in Paris.
About Two Rivers Exhibition
Two Rivers is a captivating exploration of life, memory, and dreams, featuring images from the Singapore River and the Seine in Paris. This landmark exhibition is the first ever to be held on Anderson Bridge. A joint initiative by the French and Singaporean governments to celebrate Singapore's 60th anniversary and its 60-year diplomatic relationship with France, the exhibition is presented by the French Embassy as part of the vOilah! France-Singapore Festival, and supported by the National Arts Council and Land Transport Authority of Singapore, who provided the unique setting of Anderson Bridge. This National Monument, located at the mouth of the Singapore River, is a powerful symbol of the connection between nations, perfectly complementing Melisa's exploration of human interconnectedness.
ABOUT THE VOILAH! FESTIVAL
vOilah! France-Singapore Festival: A Celebration of Collaboration and Creativity
The vOilah! France-Singapore Festival is the annual cultural, scientific and educational event celebrating the dynamic ties between France and Singapore. Organised by the Embassy of France in Singapore, the festival is a testament to the spirit of cooperation, co creation, and collaboration between both countries. In partnership with leading cultural, academic and corporate partners, the festival showcases the best of French innovation, creativity, and savoir-faire, while fostering meaningful exchanges with Singapore. From film, music, and performing arts to gastronomy, science, and education, vOilah! brings an exciting and diverse line-up of programmes that showcases artists, thought leaders, and communities from both countries. More than just a festival, it is a platform for meaningful conversations, fresh ideas and lasting partnerships – driven by a shared commitment to sustainability, inclusivity and cross-cultural dialogue. https://www.voilah.sg/