“Repent, rebuild, repay.”
“Regret, reconstruct, reimburse.”
KIM WHYE KEE (b. 1979) spent a decade of his early life behind bars. During the final months of his incarceration, he stumbled upon pottery, which ignited his passion and led him to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (with Honours) from LASALLE College of the Arts in 2013.
In 2015, Whye Kee resolved to refine his skills and apprenticed under master potter Chua Soo Khim from Sam Mui Kuang, where he reacquainted himself with the fundamental art of pottery throwing.
In 2016, Whye Kee established Qi Pottery with a focus on crafting exquisite tea ware. Over the years, his interactions with tea enthusiasts and experts shaped his understanding of the intricate qualities that constitute a superior brew. Armed with this acquired wisdom, he thoughtfully fashions each piece of tea ware, aspiring for everyone to savour a delightful pour.
Kim Whye Kee
Singapore-based ceramicist
BA. Hon Fine Arts, Lass
Founder of QiPottery
Milestones
Key Milestones
1979: Born in Singapore
2013: Attained BA (Honours) in Fine Arts from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore
2015: Apprenticeship with Chua Soo Khim at Sam Mui Kuang Pottery, Singapore
2016:
Founded Qi Pottery
Awards & Recognition
2019: Honoured with the title “Most Influential Potter of the Year” in Singapore
Group Exhibitions
2019:
“The Many Faces of Buddha” at Temenggong Singapore
2020:
“Artists of Singapore” at ABC Gallery, Singapore
2023:
“Reconnect/Centre/Converge: The Arts Festival” by The Substation, Singapore
Solo Exhibitions
2018: Temengong, Singapore
2022: Qipottery Openhouse, Singapore
2024: ART OUTREACH, Singapore – “HOMECOMING: THE VAGRANT’S RETURN IS NEVER TOO LATE”
2024: Unearthed Gallery, Germany – “SLOW FLOW”
