Brian Teo

Brian joined The Straits Times as a photojournalist in 2024. A sociology major, he is interested in exploring the societal significance of religious and cultural traditions. He clinched the Singapore Young Photographer Award in 2018. His works have been featured in exhibitions at the National Museum of Singapore and Leica Gallery Singapore. Believing in giving back to the photography community, Brian devotes his free time to being a volunteer at Pictures of the Year Asia. 

Latest articles

From hearts to hands: Children celebrate at Toy Buffet 2025

Children choosing toys and playing at game booths at the Toy Buffet at ITE College Central on Nov 14.

Jurong Lake Gardens to hold its largest lantern display at annual Mid-Autumn celebrations

Keeping spirits company: Marking the Hungry Ghost Festival

World Photography Day: Celebrating the art of image-making

Making a splash: Picture-perfect moments from the World Aquatics Championships in S’pore

Singapore landmarks glow green and white in support of DrugFreeSG campaign

It’s a colourful world: Singapore in technicolour

Not just laundry: What people in Singapore put out to dry

Generic photo of a man using his mobile phone while a polo t-shirt is hung out to dry at 45 Stirling Road on March 6, 2025.

Two S’pore friends of different faiths, one Thaipusam walk of devotion

ST20250210_202594200751/BTTHAIPUSAM/Brian Teo/Mr Michael Lim, 50, who runs the Yu Feng Nam Fu Xuan Shan temple, leaving the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple in the wee hours of the morning on Feb 11, 2025, to embark on the 3.2km procession to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple in Tank Road during the Thaipusam festival. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO 

Snaking along: Singapore scales up for Chinese New Year