Lion Head Maker

“ The lion dance mimics life, and has various expressions and moves in different ways. Whether the lion is jumping or crouching, expressing surprise or anger, a well-made lion head is crucial to ensuring a brilliant performance” Mr Henry Ng, master craftsmen and the last lion head maker in Singapore.

Since 1995, Mr Henry Ng has been honing his craft as a lion head maker in his home studio. Over the years, he has developed a mastery of skills and techniques from intricate painting, to shaping the head of the lion head with bamboo in a meticulous 12-hour long process, all with the goal of creating the perfect lion head.

Discover more about Mr Henry Ng’s amazing story of craft and dedication to lion head making in this video.

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