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Gavin Foo

Gavin Foo is an executive photojournalist with The Straits Times. He began his career in 2007 and joined the broadsheet in 2017, focusing on capturing compelling visuals that bring stories to life. Known for his keen eye for detail and storytelling through the lens, he has covered a wide range of topics, from breaking news and political events to cultural festivals and human interest features. Combining technical expertise with creativity, he delivers impactful images that resonate with the community.

Latest articles

World Photography Day: Celebrating the art of image-making

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

Telling the Singapore story for 180 years

(From left) SPH Media editor-in-chief of English, Malay, and Tamil Media Group Wong Wei Kong, Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, SPH Media chairman Khaw Boon Wan, SPH Media CEO Chan Yeng Kit, The Straits Times editor Jaime Ho launching The Straits Times 180th anniversary gala dinner at Jewel Changi Airport on July 11, 2025. ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM ptstraits11

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.

Grande dame gets an update: Restoring the National Museum of Singapore

National School Games 2024: For the win

Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)’s B Division rugby captain Jansen Ling holding back his tears alongside emotional teammates before collecting their gold medal at the National Stadium on May 6. They beat St Andrew’s 15-11 in the final to reclaim the title they last won in 2022. ST PHOTO: AZMI ATHNI

National colours: Celebrating Singapore’s reds and whites

Wild snaps: Annual biodiversity race puts S’pore’s animals in focus

Snaking queue outside Ion Orchard on launch of Snoopy-themed MoonSwatch

Roaring into the Year of the Dragon: S’pore scales up its Chinese New Year splendour

ST20240130-202478307635-Lim Yaohui-stpixdragon/ Nightly Garden Rhapsody show at Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay on Jan 30, 2024. 140m-long dragon lantern is suspended across two Supertrees, marking the Year of the Dragon at the River Hongbao, one of Singapore’s largest and longest-running Chinese New Year (CNY) celebrations. The dragon is suspended 5m above ground and displayed together with a 18m-tall God of Fortune. For HIF stpixdragon. (ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)