In this masterclass, publisher and artist Lukas Birk will guide participants in transforming their historical materials—such as photographs, films, and other collections—into compelling narratives. Drawing from his extensive experience in transforming archives into multimedia formats, including films and open-source book platforms.

Lukas will facilitate group discussions and interactive activities centered on narrative creation. Participants will receive hands-on support and creative insights for developing narratives for books, projects, and exhibitions.

This programme is presented at 42 Waterloo Street with venue support from the Arts Resource Hub. The Arts Resource Hub supports arts Self-Employed Persons (SEPs) and freelance practitioners in Singapore to unlock new opportunities and grow meaningful careers.

Who is it for?

• For visual artists, photographers, researchers and individuals interested in exploring the archive as an extended form of art-making

• Participants should bring archival materials of personal interest to the workshop. These can include anything from family albums to historical items like photographs, films, or other objects.

Brief Workshop Content

• Presentation of participants’ archival material

• Facilitated individual and group-level discussion and activities

• Presentation and analysis of formed-narratives by participants

Workshop Information

• No of Participants: Limited up to 15 participants

• Delivery Method: Physical

• Learning Hours: 12 hours

• Teaching Staff: A professional artist-instructor, supported by a teaching assistant & logistic staff to facilitate workshop requirements

• Language: Workshop will be held in English

Additional Information

• Any request to refund or cancel your ticket has to be made strictly through our ticketing platform.

• All ticket sales are final. If you have already registered for our workshops and are unable to attend it, our cancellation policy is as follows:

  • 11 days or more before the start date: 70% refund on Full Ticket value (minus 30% administrative charge)

  • 10 days or less before the start date: No Refund

The Anton Gautama Professional Development Scholarship

• Applicants of South-East Asian descent are welcomed to apply for the scholarship to subsidise the cost of the programme fee directly related to Portfolio Review and selected Professional Development Programmes (i.e. Masterclasses & Seminars).

• Applicants at any stage of their professional development are welcome to apply. You do not need to be a full-time practicing photographer or artist to be eligible for this award.

• For more information and to apply for the Anton Gautama Professional Development Scholarship, please kindly head to: sipf.sg/agpds24

Support

If you have any questions about this programme, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Programmes team at programmes@sipf.sg