Nicky Almasy

Nicky Almasy

  • Adjunct Professor of Practice (7154)
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Biography

Originally starting out in London and New York working mainly for music publications, moved to Shanghai, China, in 2006, developing a life-long interest in Asian culture. During my 10 years in the city, I worked for various magazines and publications while on commission to photograph the second tallest building in the world, Shanghai Tower, documenting its construction over 5 years. Leaving Shanghai in 2016, I’m now focused on exploring the rich culture of South East Asia. 

 

Research Interests

  • 1. Journalism
  • 2. Architecture
  • 3. Photography
  • 4. Illustration

Teaching Areas

  • 1. Photography
  • 2. Filmmaking
  • 3. Architectural Photography
  • 4. Journalism

Courses Taught

  • 1. Photography
  • 2. Architectural Photography

Notable Publications

Books on Architecture and culture:

Shanghai - City in Motion, the Rebirth of a Modern Metropolis (2012)

Hudec by Nicky Almasy (2017)

Gonda (2019)

Sajo (2023)

Recycling Reality (2023)

The Chris Ong Collection (2024)

Chris Ong’s Heritage Rituals (2026) 

Professional Associations

Documenting the Mahidol Oxford University Research Unit’s work in the Southeast Asia Region regarding research and treatment of tropical diseases.