Born and raised in Singapore, Zachary’s parents were from China and neither of them have had much education. However, his father had a very open mindset and is trendy. They were both supportive of whatever he pursued. In the 1960s - 1970s, his reward and prizes for doing well in school were not toys but instead, watercolour paint sets, stationery like papers and pen, a guitar and a camera. Zachary started photography at the age of 8. He has always been sensitive and feels strongly for lines and colors of various forms. Whenever his father took him out to shop for toys or story books, the ones that are beautifully crafted will always be his choices. Zachary started drawing around the age of 7. Only sketches though, he didn't really color much then. Out of all, he loved to sketch portrait and drew one of himself at the age of 10. During the years of his National service, he met many people and made many friends. It was then when he understood that in the face of reality, being able to support himself and his family is more important to him than the arts. Soon after, he chose photography as his career. During the 20 years when he was in photography, he would still draw or paint in his free time. Zachary tried out many different materials of painting and finally fell in love with oil on canvas. Zachary is a seasoned self-taught artist for the past 15 years, who uses oil predominantly as a medium for his expression, his keen eye for shapes and colours is reflected in the richness of his works, which showcase his signature three-dimensional, multi-faceted, textured touch. A self-written poem that accompanies each piece of work is his distinctive way of complementing the beauty of his creations. His style is best described as a meld of romanticism with both classical and modern art forms. Sensitive and idyllic, Zachary is easily moved by the sights and sounds around him, be it a song, poem or simply a picturesque scene. Seeking to eternalise fleeting moments in time, the ephemeral nature of life is probably what compels him to keep doing what he does. An artist who is passionate about his craft, Zachary also contributes actively to the Singapore society by donating his art pieces and conducting arts education in his community. Having been deprived of formal training despite discovering his talent at a tender age, Zachary’s aspiration is to help other budding artists develop their passion and chase their dreams. He organises workshops regularly to share his techniques and ideation process to help, in his own personal way, build a more vibrant arts scene in Singapore.
Solo Exhibitions
2017 “A Date with Inspiration”, Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore
2008 “Live To Love Charity Art Exhibition”, Carcosa Seri Negara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2007 “Heaven.Earth”, Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore
On-line Exhibitions
2019 Kunst Schimmer 7 The International Art Fair in Ulm, German
2018 29th International Artavita Online Art Contest Artavita Online Gallery, Santa Barbara, USA
2017 2017 “All Colors” Art Competition Contemporary Art Gallery, Maryland, United States
2017 Nature’s Beauty International Gallery of the Arts (IGOA), Toronto, Canada
2017 Nude 3rd Quarterly Art Exhibition Fusion Art, California, United States
2017 The Natural World Fusion Art, California, United States
2016 Colorful Abstractions Fusion Art, California, United States
2016 Artiste Choice Fusion Art, California, United States
2016 Landscapes 2016 Show Colors of Humanity Art Gallery, South Central Pennsylvania, United States
2016 Animals 2016 Show Colors of Humanity Art Gallery, South Central Pennsylvania, United States
2016 October 2016: All Colors Paintings Contemporary Art Gallery, Maryland, United States
2016 September 2016: Abstracts Paintings Contemporary Art Gallery, Maryland, United States
Awards
2018 Certificate of Excellence, 29th International Artavita Online Art Contest Artavita Online Gallery, Santa Barbara, USA
2017 Special Merit, 7th Annual “Nature” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
2017 Winner, 3rd Quarterly Art Exhibition “Nude” Fusion Art, California, United States
2016 Special Merit, 6th Annual “Nature” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
2016 Special Merit, 5th Annual “Seasons” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
2016 Special Merit, 6th Annual “Open” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
2016 Special Merit, 6th Annual “Seascapes” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
2016 Special Recognition, 6th Annual “Seascapes” Online Art Competition, Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery, Florida, United States
Publications
2019 Spotlight – Contemporary Art Magazine Issue 13 (Printed and E-Magazine) Circle Foundation for the Arts, Lyon, France
Giving back to the Community - Art Pieces Donation
2019 Singapore Children’s Society
2017 Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore
2007 Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore
Giving back to the Community - Arts Workshop
Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Bukit View Secondary School
Joyous Art Schoolhouse
Learning Vision @ Revenue House Kinderland Infant & Child Care Bukit Timah
Learning Vision @ Ministry of National Development
Learning Vision @ Novena
DEL-Care Edu Centre Pte Ltd
CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel
Ngee Ann Secondary School
Anderson Secondary School
CHIJ St Joseph’s Convent Learning Vision @ Work Pte Ltd Republic Polytechnic
Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
Eton House Preschool Pte Ltd
Little Skool-House At-the-Hub
Riverside Secondary School
The Little Skool-House International Pte Ltd
