Exhibition of cameras

illustrious · 13th September 2005

I'm trying to find ways to help a friend of mine whom have a pretty large collection of cameras (over 300 pieces) many of which are in good conditions and mostly still usable. The collection range is pretty wide. I'm waiting for more details of his collection from him.

Anyone knows where/ who I can approach about this?

My friend mentioned that he approached the Singapore Museum but they declined his donations of cameras. But I don't think he has any wish to donate to others now. Just want to help him showcase his collections.

Also trying to see the responds of photogs here... if there's this exhibition, would you attend? And if yes, would you pay to attend?

T16 · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by illustrious

I'm trying to find ways to help a friend of mine whom have a pretty large collection of cameras (over 300 pieces) many of which are in good conditions and mostly still usable. The collection range is pretty wide. I'm waiting for more details of his collection from him.

Anyone knows where/ who I can approach about this?

My friend mentioned that he approached the Singapore Museum but they declined his donations of cameras. But I don't think he has any wish to donate to others now. Just want to help him showcase his collections.

Also trying to see the responds of photogs here... if there's this exhibition, would you attend? And if yes, would you pay to attend?

What about the new National Library?

illustrious · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by T16

What about the new National Library?

Will they be interested?

Also looking for co-exhibitors to do a collaboration kinda thing..

my first time at orgainising such event, really appreciate if anyone familiar can give a few pointers.

Lord_Angelus · 13th September 2005

I think the new library will be interested in this kind of stuff. Becuase It is something on Art. ^^

But 300 over cams? Wow he is really a BIG collecter

student · 13th September 2005

A lot depends on what these 300 cameras are.

Do they represent a history of photography equipments? Or what?

Can you give an idea of some more interesting items?

hongsien · 13th September 2005

You need to show several items that were groundbreaking in the camera industry: like the first SLR, the first digital camera, the first camera with auto mirror return, etc......(I think Pentax will come out first in many aspects :-)).

And one need to write the history of the individual camera models, to make it more educational to the public. Also, showcase the different formats, different film sizes, etc.......

Maybe, liase with the Science Center, but they are pretty off at Jurong.

HS

jasphotography · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by illustrious

Will they be interested?

Also looking for co-exhibitors to do a collaboration kinda thing..

my first time at orgainising such event, really appreciate if anyone familiar can give a few pointers.

may i ask what is the purpose of your friend to have a camera exhibition? For the sake of recognition (for the massive asset he has), fame, gain (from camera sales or entry fees), trade (with other collectors), educate (the young or old) or exhibit for the sake of exhibiting...

If you want to find a co-exhibitor or find a place/organisation to hold the exhibition, you will need to clearly sell them THE IDEA.

hongsien · 13th September 2005

I am also an exhibitionist..........can I join?

HS

jasphotography · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by hongsien

I am also an exhibitionist..........can I join?

HS

ok, provided that you cover yourself up decently!

Tupi Guy · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by illustrious

My friend mentioned that he approached the Singapore Museum but they declined his donations of cameras.

Why not he "donate" out to those passionate "photographer"? Maybe he could help them in a way?

If just want to "showcase" his stuff, i dun think he will have any problem since he can afford 300 over cameras.......

IcCcYBoi · 13th September 2005

he can donate a DSLR to me. I dun mind.

illustrious · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by Tupi Guy

Why not he "donate" out to those passionate "photographer"? Maybe he could help them in a way?

If just want to "showcase" his stuff, i dun think he will have any problem since he can afford 300 over cameras.......

He is still looking for musuems interested to accept his donations. He's a die hard camera enthus and is not looking at earning any returns from his cameras.

I'm in the process of collating more information from him and will post it up for discussion and suggestions from the experience members here.

Paul_Yeo · 13th September 2005

what about PSS?

nicholas68 · 13th September 2005

I am working as a designer in a local exhibition company for the last 6 yrs if there is anything that i can give a hand or 2 pls give me a call at 96705712. My service is free of charge. You may try the singapore stamp musuem.

illustrious · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by Paul_Yeo

what about PSS?

sorry for my ignorance... what's PSS?

LordAeRo · 13th September 2005

Photographic Society Of Singapore.

At Selegie.

hongsien · 13th September 2005

Originally Posted by jasphotography

ok, provided that you cover yourself up decently!

I was born naked, I am gonna die naked!

Good to show some rare or 'weird' (unusual) cameras as well,that will attrack visitors too..........

HS

sabahan · 13th September 2005

Will go if under S$10,photokina,will pay and go though is expensive.

obewan · 13th September 2005

I think most people will go to the exhibit, if they have some sample shots of those cameras they are expecting to see. If can post some pictures here.

Terence · 13th September 2005

He could perhaps approach an events planner and see if they could come up with a concept. Can recommend my friend who runs http://www.phish-comms.com/

She normally works with artists and various art collections but has experience in other types of exhibitions too.

View Poll Results: Would you attend?
Yes if it's free.	104	58.43%
Yes, I don't mind paying less than S$10 for this.	46	25.84%
S$10?! This is priceless! I'll go no matter how much I've to pay.	5	2.81%
Maybe if I have the time.	37	20.79%
No, what's the point?	14	7.87%
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13th September 2005	#1
illustrious Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: SK Posts: 1,179	Exhibition of cameras I'm trying to find ways to help a friend of mine whom have a pretty large collection of cameras (over 300 pieces) many of which are in good conditions and mostly still usable. The collection range is pretty wide. I'm waiting for more details of his collection from him. Anyone knows where/ who I can approach about this? My friend mentioned that he approached the Singapore Museum but they declined his donations of cameras. But I don't think he has any wish to donate to others now. Just want to help him showcase his collections. Also trying to see the responds of photogs here... if there's this exhibition, would you attend? And if yes, would you pay to attend? __________________ Find me at Claudia.sg and I work at 24seven

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Lord_Angelus Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,002	Re: Exhibition of cameras I think the new library will be interested in this kind of stuff. Becuase It is something on Art. ^^ But 300 over cams? Wow he is really a BIG collecter

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student Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 3,091	Re: Exhibition of cameras A lot depends on what these 300 cameras are. Do they represent a history of photography equipments? Or what? Can you give an idea of some more interesting items?

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hongsien Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 2,905	Re: Exhibition of cameras You need to show several items that were groundbreaking in the camera industry: like the first SLR, the first digital camera, the first camera with auto mirror return, etc......(I think Pentax will come out first in many aspects :-)). And one need to write the history of the individual camera models, to make it more educational to the public. Also, showcase the different formats, different film sizes, etc....... Maybe, liase with the Science Center, but they are pretty off at Jurong. HS

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hongsien Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 2,905	Re: Exhibition of cameras I am also an exhibitionist..........can I join? HS

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IcCcYBoi Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Tampines Posts: 198	Re: Exhibition of cameras he can donate a DSLR to me. I dun mind.

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Paul_Yeo Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sengkang Posts: 2,156	Re: Exhibition of cameras what about PSS? __________________ www.boo.sg

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nicholas68 Deregistered Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sembawang Posts: 3,725	Re: Exhibition of cameras I am working as a designer in a local exhibition company for the last 6 yrs if there is anything that i can give a hand or 2 pls give me a call at 96705712. My service is free of charge. You may try the singapore stamp musuem.

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LordAeRo Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jurong East Posts: 357	Re: Exhibition of cameras Photographic Society Of Singapore. At Selegie.

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sabahan Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 329	Re: Exhibition of cameras Will go if under S$10,photokina,will pay and go though is expensive.

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obewan Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 1,795	Re: Exhibition of cameras I think most people will go to the exhibit, if they have some sample shots of those cameras they are expecting to see. If can post some pictures here.

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Terence Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: I'm a Llama! Posts: 4,716	Re: Exhibition of cameras He could perhaps approach an events planner and see if they could come up with a concept. Can recommend my friend who runs http://www.phish-comms.com/ She normally works with artists and various art collections but has experience in other types of exhibitions too. __________________ Visit my photo blog Email only please, NO PM!