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Epson Singapore Supports First Ever Photo Exhibition On Female Divers From Jeju Island

- SINGAPORE, October 30, 2017 -

Running from 28 October to 23 November 2017 at The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore-based French photographer, Jose Jeuland is showcasing his first ever photography exhibition on Haenyo, female divers from Jeju Island, South Korea. Epson Singapore is the official print sponsor by supporting the exhibition with its commercial and industrial photo graphic production printer to create stunning professional quality prints.

Titled HAENYEO SINGAPORE, a collection of compelling portraits of Haenyo are printed using the Epson SureColor 64" SC-P20070 with UltraChrome® PRO Pigment Inkon Epson’s Signature Worthy Hot Press Bright.

Ms. Tan May Lin, General Manager, Sales, Marketing and Customer Service Division, Epson Singapore said, “Epson Singapore is proud to be the official print sponsor for Jose’s first ever photography exhibition in Singapore. Jose has captured wonderfully compelling stories that bring the raw emotions of the Haenyo sea women to life. With Epson’s photo graphic production printers, we’re excited that our unique combination of Epson’s printhead technology and UltraChrome® PRO archival ink technology can help deliver the very best representation of his artworks in final print format.”

As the official print sponsor for Haenyo Singapore, Epson's professional printing technology aims to enable visitors to experience the Haenyo portraits, and their story of hardship, in a visually stunning way.

José Jeuland, a Singapore-based French professional photographer said, "I am thankful for Epson's support as I launch my first-ever photography exhibition here in Singapore. Epson's unique printing technology accentuates the key features of the Haenyeo as seen from the photographs at the exhibition. This in turn portrays the raw emotions of these women of great fortitude. With Epson's support, I am happy to share the inspiring story of the Haenyeo women-divers from Jeju, Korea."

Epson’s 64" SureColor SC-P20070 Printer

The exhibition-quality prints were created with Epson’s 64" SureColor SC-P20070 printer, using the Epson’s UltraChrome PRO nine-colour pigment ink system, with an extended colour gamut and four levels of black, and advanced PrecisionCore™ MicroTFP printhead technology to develop vibrant prints with lasting durability.

Used with Epson’s Signature Worthy medias, this advanced printing technology produces exceptional colour gamut and high maximum density (D-Max), offering photographic quality prints that is a favourite of photographers and artists alike. 

Details of Haenyo Singapore

Date: 28 October to 23 November 2017

Venue: East Garden Foyer, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore

*Admission is free for all

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