
Jay Chan
Photographer | Singapore
Our lives are lavished with emotionally charged, consequential moments — from the innocence of youth and the passion of our prime to the unforgettable encounters that awaken our desire for adventure, connection, and discovery.
The truth is, our stories matter. As we continue to embark on this beautiful journey, these moments deserve to be chronicled with intention and artistry, preserving the emotions that make them meaningful and the memories that make them timeless.
I believe every life is worth celebrating, and every story is worth preserving. Capturing these deeply personal moments is more than what I do — it is a lifelong passion that continues to inspire me, reminding me that the most meaningful photographs are often the ones that become part of someone’s story.
With more than 18 years of experience, my journey as a photographer began with school photography, where I covered events for editorial publications, before specialising in portraiture in 2008. Rooted in years of marketing and communications experience, I approach every commission with a strong sense of visual storytelling, thoughtful composition, and genuine human connection.
Based in Singapore, I undertake portrait and event commissions for clients in Singapore and beyond, creating images that are both emotionally resonant and enduring. I also travel for assignments whenever the opportunity arises, and I am always grateful that photography allows me to discover new places, meet new people, and tell stories wherever they unfold.
Whether close to home or across borders, my hope is always the same — to create photographs that preserve the moments we never want to lose and the stories that deserve to be remembered.
“I believe a photo is timeless as the photographer captures that moment in time and freezes it to be kept and not forgotten. Looking back at the picture, that ‘moment’ is indeed worthy to be reminisced.” — Jay.C


