Adept in illustrating Penang street scenes and historical landmarks, Alex Leong captures the colonial building of Wisma Yeap Chor Ee at Weld Quay within the heart of George Town’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in 1922 by the “Grand Old Man of Penang”, tycoon and founder of Ban Hin Lee Bank — Yeap Chor Ee to house his business interests.
In 2008, the historical building was used as a set for a film called Lust, Caution directed by Academy award winner Ang Lee. The building now houses the Penang Science Cluster, a science centre established by the Penang state government.
Alex Leong’s solo exhibitions included Magic Moments (2018) organised by Jada Art, held at ION Orchard, Singapore and Colours Of Heritage (2016) at The Edge Galerie, Kuala Lumpur.