William Saunders Exhibition Design & Art Lighting

In the 1870s, William Saunders, a British photographer, visited Shanghai and dedicated himself to capturing the essence of the city through his lens. Saunders was a proficient photographer whose talent and expertise established him as a renowned figure in the field. He was particularly interested in taking portraits and capturing landscapes, and Saunder’s work in Shanghai remains a testimonial to this passion.

The William Saunders exhibition, a showcase of his unparalleled talent, unveiled a mesmerizing array of his portraiture and landscape photography, illustrating his profound connection with the city’s essence.

Saunders’s photographic technique was exceptional, and he was adept at capturing the beauty of both urban and rural landscapes. His portraits were also noteworthy, and he had a talent for capturing the essence of his subjects in a way that was both truthful and evocative. Saunders’ work in Shanghai was particularly significant because it was one of the first times that a photographer had captured the city in such detail. His images provide a fascinating glimpse into life in Shanghai during the late 19th century, and they continue to inspire and captivate audiences to this day.

The China Exchange in London hosted the official opening of Asian Art in London. Additionally, Asian Art in London brings together the world’s top dealers, auction houses, and museums for an event of the finest Asian art.

The William Saunders photographic exhibition followed the immense triumph of the Thomas Child’s exhibition. The collector and exhibition curator had the vision to produce a new exhibition based on the works of William Saunders. With this in mind, we undertook the exhibition and art lighting design on this esteemed photographic project about life in Qing Dynasty Shanghai. Photographs of William Saunders’s features can be seen in the portfolio gallery below.

The photographic studio and the overall exhibition were a great success, with a considerable increase in visitors from the previous exhibit. Therefore, the William Saunders exhibition, with its punctilious curation and stunning portrayal of Qing Dynasty Shanghai, garnered widespread acclaim, marking yet another milestone in the evaluation of photographic artistry within historical contexts. You can explore further details about this project by visiting our work folio on the William Saunders exhibition.