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Of Dreams and Contemplation: I am All but a Story – Selections from the Collection of Richard Koh
2025-01-09 18:30 - 2025-03-09 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Private Museum, 11 Upper Wilkie Rd, Singapore, Singapore, Singapore 228120, Singapore
In conjunction with Singapore Art Week 2025, The Private Museum is proud to present Of Dreams and Contemplation: I am All but a Story – Selections from the Collection of Richard Koh. This exhibition marks the second showcase of Richard Koh’s evolving journey as a collector and gallerist, showcasing over 50 works from his personal collection.

Building upon the narrative of the first instalment in 2019—held at the museum’s former home at 51 Waterloo Street—the second instalment expands the scope of Koh’s deeply personal collection. The first showcase offered an intimate glimpse into Koh’s collection—emphasising monochromatic, abstract, and landscape works that reflected quiet introspection. Now, Of Dreams and Contemplation: I am All but a Story continues to unfold a collection rich in personal meaning—presenting works that trace Koh’s decades-long interactions with art and the artists he admires.

Collected with a focus on memory and emotion, Koh’s private collection spans Southeast Asia and beyond, blending local, regional, and global perspectives. This exhibition deepens the dialogue between art and life, revealing Koh’s ongoing exploration of what he calls a “visual diary”—works that evoke deeply personal moments and emotions. This new selection of works reflects an evolving journey that continues to resonate with new meanings in The Private Museum’s expansive space at the Osborne House.

As both a collector and the founder of Richard Koh Fine Art, Richard Koh has played a pivotal role in shaping and contributing towards the art ecology in Southeast Asia. This collaboration with Richard Koh underscores the collective effort and dedication towards fostering meaningful exchanges between artists, collectors, the arts communities, and audiences from all walks of life.
Kickstarting the Museum’s 2025 programme, Of Dreams and Contemplation: I am All but a Story invites all to explore the richness of art and discover how collections can tell deeply personal stories. As Richard Koh aptly states, “Art, in any collection, should have its own story,” inspiring audiences to embark on their own journey of collecting and storytelling through art.

Photowalk: Reimagining Nature
2025-02-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Objectifs Centre for Photography and Film, 155 Middle Road, Singapore, 188977, Singapore
The class will meet at and dismiss from Rifle Range Nature Park itself. More information on the exact meeting point will be communicated via email prior to the start of the session.
How can we reimagine the everyday sights of nature and look beyond the usual and the typical? Join us for this photowalk at Rifle Range Nature Park, where you will be guided on how to use your camera lens to transform shots of flora and fauna into expressive and abstract images that will allow you to showcase your photographic creativity!
The session will focus on the following:
• Compositional tips
• Nature photography
• Abstract/experimental photography
• On-site review/critique of images
Please register via the form on our website.
