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THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S GALLERY. Ironworks. Stevens J. Collins is a registrar of time, having immortalized people for years in locales such as Rome, Florence, San Francisco and Bangkok. His solo exhibition in Singapore promises to compel in its portrayal of iron's prevalence in our lives. Ironworks is a showcase of black and white prints that unfold iron as a symbol of brute force, commerce and potency. Through Jan 26. The Photographer's Gallery, #01-02 MICA, 140 Hill St., 6837-3886. Open Mon, Wed-Sat noon-7pm. Free.


EARTH FROM ABOVE. Take a look at our planet as you've never seen it before. French photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand's aerial photography is at once beautiful and a comment on the state of the planet. The 120 photographs are a result of 4,000 hours of air time and visiting more than 100 countries for shoots. Through Jan 17. Along Orchard Road (Liat Towers to Far East Shopping Centre; Hilton Hotel to Forum The Shopping Mall). Log on to www. yannarthusbertrand.com for more information.


IMAGES OF ART: THE ARTIST IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA. All too often, we forget the diligent artists when admiring their works. This photo exhibition by Ray Ong fills this vacuum, and casts the spotlight on them as they work on their masterpieces. Through Feb 12. The Gallery, The Coffee Connoisseur, 51 Circular Rd., 6533 9033. Open Sun-Thu 11am – midnight; Fri-Sat 11am – 2am. Free.


PHAETON’S BLACK & WHITE. This series of black and white prints commissioned by Volkswagen depict the dissimilar cultures and places of different parts of Asia. From the curious art lover gazing at the Esplanade to the hawker flipping a roti prata, the works of five renowned Asian photographers are awe inspiring. Through Jan 15. Jendela, 2/F, Esplanade Mall, 1 Esplanade Dr. 6828 8377. Open Mon-Fri 11am-8.30pm; Sat-Sun 10am-8.30pm. Free.


THEN & NOW: SINGAPOREANS AND THEIR AUSTRALIA. Riveting images of Singaporeans in Australia 30 years ago are contrasted with updated pictures of them today. Read about the different takes on Australia in this photography exhibition organized by the Australian High Commission. These photographs tell some interesting tales, and reveal more than just wrinkles. Jan 21-Feb 8. The Plaza, 1/F, Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, 100 Victoria St., 63323255. Open daily 10am-9pm. Free.

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Bold Prints
Photographer Christopher Palm invites you to take a peek at his latest collection of black and white prints in New Works … Larger Than Life. These new fine art photographs make a bold statement with their grandeur and details. Through end Apr. B2G Gallery, 33 Everton Rd., 9424-8411. Open by appointment only. Free.

The Photographers' Gallery
The Ruins Collection. Look at the ancient ruins of Beijing and Ayutthaya through the lens of Malaysian photographer Azlida Tan. This black and white photography exhibition speaks of seeing beauty in simplicity and urges you to go beyond superficial admiration of objects. Through Apr 10. The Photographers' Gallery, #01-02 MICA Building, 140 Hill St., 6837-3886. Open Mon, Wed-Sat noon-7pm. Free.

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Man of Many Talents
He may be known for his surreal art pieces, but Rosihan Dahim has talent as a photographer too. In his third solo photography exhibition, Rosihan displays pictures he had taken in the late '70s, and shows you how they are related to his surreal paintings. Through May 15. The Photographer’s Gallery, #01-02 MICA Building, 140 Hill St., 6837-3886. Open Mon, Wed-Sat noon-7pm.