*updated 2010
What others said about my teaching...
“...I had the privilege of being under his tutelage for two years in the Art Elective Programme at Raffles Girls’ School Secondary...Mixing knowledge of art history, experimenting with different materials and methods, Mr Mah was never satisfied with ‘just covering content’ and carefully researched for and crafted each lesson, such that it was always interesting, thought-provoking and immensely enjoyable...Mr Mah also really knew how to bring out the best in us, not just in terms of artistic and creative flair, but in the way we critically think and understand the world around us. He constantly challenged and pushed us to question the status quo, encouraging us to look at things from new perspectives, which is probably the most difficult part of the job of any educator. But Mr Mah made it his personal conviction. It was an empowering experience for me, and Mr Mah encouraged and guided me to develop what is unique to me and what I can potentially achieve. His integrity, strength of ideas and firm belief in the power of art to transform people is something which I highly admire and aspire to even till today.”
Fu Yingzi, Raffles Girls’ School (Secondary)
graduate (art class of 2004-2005), 2010
graduate (art class of 2004-2005), 2010
“…I found him to be an extremely creative teacher who brings out the best skills in students…Desmond is committed to a level of excellence in all he does… Desmond to be very respectful of authority and willing to learn in a new cultural environment that is different from his own…I highly recommend Desmond to any future employer as a teacher who will bring an excellent level of innovation and excellence…”
Jeanette Giroud, Principal,
Kingsway Christian College, 2010
“Desmond is a highly competent and knowledgeable teacher that is liked and valued by parents and children…Any school which manages to attract him will be very lucky indeed.”
Dr. Edna.K.Helberg,
Parent,
Kingsway Christian College, 2010
"Desmond is an extremely creative and disciplined educator, who has developed engaging and varied curriculum programs for his classes...able to actualise current pedagogy in order to develop and refine students' learning, critical thinking...He possesses very broad range of professional creative and technical skills...He has a particular interest and passionate for the development of programs for Gifted and Talented students...Desmond has been a valued member...is regarded with respect by his College colleagues."
Necia Drazevic, Head of the Arts,
Kingsway Christian College, 2010
“I have enjoyed looking at your blog and learning more about your work. I think that your background and interests would be quite attractive to a range of international schools, particularly those with high schools with strong art departments (or the desire to develop strong art departments)...”
John Ritter, Senior Associate,
Search Associates, 2010
"He was a passionate teacher who was able to "convince reluctant students into embracing the appreciation of the art and in process, helped them develop into well-rounded, thinking and balanced individuals...served as a Research Studies lecturer/ supervisor...acted as a mentor to a group of colleagues...provided them with much needed mentorship and guidance...willingly shared his expertise and experiences...Mr. Mah is creative, deeply conscientious and professional in his work attitude. He is a contributing and positive team-player. He is one of the best teachers we have ever had in the area of Visual Arts..."
Wong Kah Luan, (retired) Head of Aesthetics,
Raffles Girls’ School (Secondary), 2006
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Self-Portrait 2010
Students are to explore self-portrait. Students will able to develop understanding of acrylic as medium.
Light Vs. Darkness (Drawing: AEP)
Students are to interpret their understanding from the Bible verse “John 1:5 (Phi) The light still shines in the darkness, and the darkness has never put it out”. They have to use charcoal as medium to manipulate still life object, light bulbs in their response. They have to demonstrate their understanding of elements and principles of art.
Power of the Image 2 (Media Studies)
Students are to make election movies of themselves. During this process, students will understand how stereotypes and social values are important in making image representation.
Children Television Production (Media Studies)
During Year 8 Media Studies, students have to create a 15 minute Christian television program for children. This is their first attempt in making a program. Students will understand the various roles in making a television program.
Mr Adventure & Miss Action Part 1
Mr Adventure & Miss Action Part 2
Waterwaves Inc Part 1
Waterwaves Inc Part 2
Friends Thru Christ Part 1
Friends Thru Christ Part 2
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