His fascination with time, displacement and existentialism influence his work. His first exhibition, at 20 yrs old, was a duo-show at the controversial (and now defunct) Singapore art group 5th Passage Artists. He has since participated in solo and group exhibitions in China, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Malaysia, Singapore and the United States. His artwork is collected by the Singapore Art Museum and private collectors from around the world. In 2010, he became the first photographer to receive the Designer of the Year award at the President's Design Award. It is the most prestigious design accolade in Singapore. In early 2013, John Clang will be exhibiting at the National Museum of Singapore.