cole yap is the photographer and multidisciplinary hat-wearer behind PORTRASOUL.
born and raised on the island of Penang, cole's aesthetic is influenced by sunsets, jungles, fishing villages, and the grit and grime of pre-gentrified George Town, which was designated a UNESCO Heritage Site in 2008.
inspired by street photography at the age of 14, cole’s eye developed through the lens of documentary photography and various visual art movements from her years spent studying fine art and fashion at Lasalle College of the Arts in Singapore.
having over a decade of experience in various creative roles, cole’s holistic approach is rooted in a deep love for people, storytelling, and the natural world through capturing soulful moments in the everyday.
currently based in Kuala Lumpur, cole is expanding her photography through PORTRASOUL to include clientele across personal and commercial projects.
for contact and bookings, please email:
portrasoul@gmail.com
portrasoul@gmail.com