Fundraiser | Singkarpor TKQ
- Min Min Ng
- Jul 25
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 1
A Celebration of Singapore and a Tribute to a Creative Legacy
Coinciding with SG60, local photographer and artist AikBeng Chia (also known as ABC) has created a special edition print of his photographic collage series, Singkarpor TKQ. This new iteration draws from familiar local scenes, distinctive landmarks and iconic figures. With humour, candour, and wit, ABC reimagines Singapore’s vibrant streets and diverse communities through an energetic collage.
The work evokes both exuberance and nostalgia, inviting viewers to find beauty in the everyday.
TKQ: A Call for Help and a Gesture of Heart
The title Singkarpor TKQ blends two colloquial expressions. “Tau Ka Qiu”, shortened to TKQ, means “help” in Hokkien, while “Singkarpor” references a Hokkien pronunciation of Singapore. Together, the phrases reflect ABC’s personal style and the spirit of this initiative. At its heart, this is a fundraiser that honours both a city in motion and a promise made between two friends.
In Memory of JunYang Pow
Singkarpor TKQ is also a tribute to the late artist and designer JunYang Pow. ABC and JunYang were former colleagues who reconnected in early 2025, each developing individual projects with Art Outreach. Moved by JunYang’s final wish to support young creatives, ABC created this print as a fundraiser in his memory.
JunYang’s first solo exhibition, Canvas of Memories, was held at Suntec City in January 2025 while he faced end-stage cancer. Proceeds from the sale of his artworks and merchandise were used to establish the JunYang Pow (JYP) Creative Legacy Fund. Administered by Art Outreach, the fund provides up to SGD 3,000 in seed funding to support early-career creatives in developing and presenting work at our gallery, as part of the Hearth programme.
A Shared Tribute
ABC’s collage is a dynamic shuffle of visuals that includes two works by JunYang from his Blue and White Collection. These pieces reimagine the elegance of Chinese porcelain with a playful Singaporean twist. TIE Fighter X Dragon Playground and The All-powerful Tissue are woven into the print, bringing a thoughtful layer of imagination and hope.
The composition features a richly textured portrait of life in Singapore. Cultural icons like the Merlion and Samsui Woman appear alongside eccentric figures such as a smoking Chinese opera singer and oversized depictions of uncles and aunties. Every element reflects the energy, diversity and quirky spirit of Singapore as a place where traditions evolve and communities thrive.
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Donate and Receive a Limited Edition Print
Join us in honouring JunYang’s resilience, passion, and vision to support the next generation of creatives. By donating to this initiative, you also support Art Outreach’s mission to increase visual literacy and create meaningful public art experiences in Singapore.
Singkarpor TKQ prints are available in appreciation of your support:
🖼️ SGD $60 & above — receive a A5 print
🖼️ SGD $360 & above — receive a A3 print
🖼️ SGD $560 & above — receive a A2 print
Campaign Period: 25 July to 30 September
For donations made between 25 July to 24 August, prints will be delivered by end-September.
For donations made between 25 August to 30 September, prints will be delivered by end-October.
Art Outreach has proudly held IPC (Institute of Public Character) charity status since 2003 and is a multi-year recipient of the Charity Transparency Award. Singapore tax residents may enjoy a 250% tax deduction on their donations.
Please email info@artoutreachsingapore.org with any questions.
_ About the Artist
AikBeng Chia
For over 15 years, Singaporean photographer and visual artist AikBeng Chia has captured the soul of the nation through his signature street photography. Known for works like Tonight the Streets are Ours and Singkarpor, ABC has published numerous zines and collaborated with brands such as Apple, Leica and the Singapore Tourism Board. His work has been widely exhibited and published internationally. Discover more at aikbengchia.com
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