These are the entries that were successfully accepted for the “Snapshots of Heritage” Photography competition.
To participate in the competition, please submit your entry via email to ourshutterjourney@live.com.sg by Sunday, 19 June 2016 before 11.59pm together with your NRIC, contact number & caption.)
For more details about the competition, click here
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Accepted Entries 201-250
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Entry: 201
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: Home is where the heart is. This picture shows the living room and kitchen of my childhood home. Nothing tastes better than food prepared by my mother at home. My Father always has a bottle of wine or champagne standing by somewhere to celebrate happy occasions.
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Entry: 202
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: My father probably never knew about IKEA when I was a kid. He was the IKEA man! Need a bamboo pole rack? Create it. Need a towel hanger? Create it. Can’t doubt his words. Afterall, he did create a genius and that is me! Hahaha…
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Entry: 203
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: This building at Short Street was the tallest primary school with ten storeys back in the 1980s. Selegie Primary School was the only one with a lift back then. Unfortunately, it shut down when I was in Primary 3. Nonetheless, it still maintains a cool exterior vibe to date!
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Entry: 204
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: This was the soccer field whereby I used to run around and play catching during my primary school years. It was also the place whereby I was being punished at times for being naughty. It is currently the compound of a hip student hostel.
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Entry: 205
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: This is the corridor outside my childhood flat where I grew up in. I actually managed to learn how to ride a bicycle at this narrow corridor. Looking back, I certainly have a lot of fun playing catching, hide and seek and hopscotch in this tiny space.
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Entry: 206
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: This was the provision store at Selegie House whereby I would nag my mother to buy me chocolates, sweets and plastic aeroplanes when I was a kid. My mum really doted on me back then and would often defy my Dad, the thrifty good man.
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Entry: 207
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: Many times, I had wanted to renovate my father’s kitchen for him. He had always turned me down and deemed it unnecessary. In my father words “It is not dirty, just very old.” Nonetheless, many culinary wonders have been created by my parents at this very old space.
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Entry: 208
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: The intricate wiring system and circuit breaker switches in the living room seem to represent the connection of my family. There are various divisions but all linked together somehow in one way or another. And if one should somehow falter or breakdown, the rest will be affected too.
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Entry: 209
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: This set of jade bangle and ring belonged to my grandmother. My father had kept it with him upon her passing 20 years ago. My memories of her were vague yet fond. My dad would bring me along to visit her on a weekly basis during her living years.
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Entry: 210
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: My father showed this unique looking chain to me on a hot afternoon. This was a pure silver chain belt belonging to my grandfather. There was a period whereby the family were under financial difficulties and my grandfather was forced to pawn this. It was redeemed back eventually.
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Entry: 211
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: Life is tough, that makes me treasure beautiful and meaningful things even more. Every time I passed by the Mica building, looking at the colourful windows, I feel as if they were talking to me, listening to me and smiling at me. And that helps cheer my day up.
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Entry: 212
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: My childhood fantasy
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Entry: 213
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: Central Fire Station
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Entry: 214
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: I always respect the elderlies for the hard work and contribution they have made. I wish they can be well taken cared of by the younger generations.
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Entry: 215
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: I wish my children can live a happy and meaningful life and they are safe and protected from the wild world.
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Entry: 216
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: Little India
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Entry: 217
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: Ang Mo Kio – Bishan Neighbourhood
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Entry: 218
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: My sleeping child
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Entry: 219
Image by: Loh Chiueh Eyen
Caption: The Beaulieu House located in Sembawang Park is one building that have witnessed Singapore’s transformation from a small fishing village to a 1st World cosmopolitan city. Built in 1910 as a seaside house by a mining family, it was acquired by the British as housing for Naval Officers, later as seafood restaurant from 1980s till now. In the 80s 90s, I have experience real tasty seafood (chilli crab and steamy prawns) in the restaurant in kampong style. When I recently revisit the same building ( Restaurant was closed for renovation in 2000 and reopen in 2002 ), somehow the old kampong feeling is gone . Building is same but feeling is different.
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Entry: 220
Image by: James Koh
Caption: Chinese Opera actors making preparations and chatting amongst themselves prior to their performance.
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Entry: 221
Image by: James Koh
Caption: Chinese Opera actress preparing to go on stage.
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Entry: 222
Image by: James Koh
Caption: Chinese Opera actress applying makeup and preparing for the performance.
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Entry: 223
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: Evidence of Life.
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Entry: 224
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: My father showed me his collection of coins from the past. Some looked familiar while others were totally new to my eyes. Some were handed down from my grandfather to him. He shared that this would eventually be part of my inheritance in time to come.
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Entry: 225
Image by: Michael Pua
Caption: The Queenstown Japanese Garden was a popular public gathering place in Queensway before it was destroyed by a fire in 1978. Now home to a popular McDonald’s outlet and called the Ridout Tea Garden, only a small portion of the original garden’s brick wall is preserved. Largely forgotten, it serves as a stark reminder of an era which once was.
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Entry: 226
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Captions: Tanjong Pagar Railway Station was the place where some of my fondest childhood memories were built on. Indulging in delicious Malay cuisine such as Nasi Padang, Nasi Bryani and Lontong with my parents on a bi-weekly basis. Coming here back then could also mean an exciting holiday trip to Malaysia.
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Entry: 227
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: Passing by the Bukit Timah Truss Bridge on an almost weekly basis to my grandmother’s home had never ceased my marvel for the structure. Occasionally, I would catch sight of a train passing through the bridge from the public bus. I would always term these days as my lucky days.
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Entry: 228
Image by: Michael Pua
Caption: The Queenstown Swimming Complex, opened in August 1970, was once the most popular swimming complex in Singapore largely due to the fact that it was the home of the Singapore Water Polo team which won a still-unrivalled 22 gold medals at the SouthEast Asian Games in the 70’s and 80’s. Even as attendance at the pools has fallen tremendously with the opening of newer pools all across the city-state, the Queenstown complex holds fond memories for countless residents.
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Entry: 229
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: My grandmother used to stay in Boon Lay area when I was a small kid. I could still remember these linkages to separate buildings were like forts where dreams were built for the ideal hide and seek place! I have had so much fun back then discovering hideaway corners.
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Entry: 230
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: This was the first stadium that I had been to. My brother brought me here when I was still in Primary School. I would run to the middle of the pitch and imagine myself as a singing superstar to soak in the bright lights reminiscent of a concert arena.
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Entry: 231
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: These gates at Everton Park remind me of the ones on my grandmother’s house. I loved pulling these gates, opening and retracting despite her incessant nagging. Until one day, my fingers were snapped. Despite the painful experience, I still look back with nostalgic memories whenever I caught sight of them.
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Entry: 232
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: The lady in the depicted wall art bears a strong resemblance to my grandmother. She wore the same style of attire and similar scrubbing washboard used. I miss her cooking. Steamed egg with minced meat and Ang Ku Kueh. The special taste just can’t be found or replicated anymore sadly.
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Entry: 233
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: I am very thankful to be living in Singapore. The bold mix of colour on these different buildings, one old, the other modern depict the diversity of Singaporean population. I am glad that despite the progression, we have managed to retain that harmonious relationship regardless of race, language or religion.
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Entry: 234
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: These Ang Ku Kueh remind me of the ones that my grandmother used to make. I used to loathe them as a kid as they were made in abundance. However as I grew up, I realised the intricacies, effort and heart which went into making them. What a lovely sight!
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Entry: 235
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: As a seamtress, my mother brought me up with this trusty old sewing machine. It was her skillset and determination which put me through education all the way to University. As a grown-up now, I fully appreciate her efforts and hope to be an equally useful member to the society.
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Entry: 236
Image by: Jeannie Lim
Caption: Slurpy white rice noodles cut to bite size, succulent cockles and a hefty aromatic spicy gravy, how could one not love Laksa? This Laksa store at Kelantan Road area has been around for many years however, you still savour and enjoy it the same way. With a spoon!
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Entry: 237
Image by: Adelene Ng
Caption: Henna Artist at Work – I captured the Henna artist at work at the Hari Raya Bazaar in Geylang Serai. Henna has been used as a decorative adornment on women’s bodies as part of social and holiday celebrations. What fascinated me were the intricate designs and patterns done freehand without referring to a pattern book.
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Entry: 238
Image by: Adelene Ng
Caption: Henna Artist at Work – I captured the Henna artist at work at the Hari Raya Bazaar in Geylang Serai. Henna has been used as a decorative adornment on women’s bodies as part of social and holiday celebrations. What fascinated me were the intricate designs and patterns done freehand without referring to a pattern book.
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Entry: 239
Image by: Steven Ng
Caption: My wife snapped this photograph of me and my dad chatting. I have shifted out of this place for many years. I still visit him regularly. The place looks old and the fact is, my dad has aged much too. But the love between us remains strongly to date.
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Entry: 240
Image by: How Xing Quan
Caption: This snapshot is taken at the void deck of a HDB estate. Kids playing with their neighbors used to be a common sight in these areas. But, what’s left today are only pigeons and the bamboo poles. As time pass, these will too be gone.
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Entry: 241
Image by: Dao Nguyen Phu Cuong
Caption: What do I do today?
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Entry: 242
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Senior Harley Davidson rider leading the younger riders on a
nostalgic journey around scenic Singapore. Starting point from Geylang Malay Village .
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Entry: 243
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Still working and staying healthy in our “golden years”.
OUR JOURNEY NEVER ENDS.
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Entry: 244
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Singapore Chinatown, the vibrant city during Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations. The city that does not sleep.
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Entry: 245
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Vesak day celebrations, taking every three steps followed by a bow around the temple grounds, getting blessed and starting the new year anew.
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Entry: 246
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Chingay Celebrations – During the Chinese New Year, a colorful display of Joy, Street Performers, from both local & invited foreign participating countries.
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Entry: 247
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: National Day Celebration an annual event enjoyed by all Singaporeans and guests.
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Entry: 248
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: River Hong Bao – An Annual Celebration during the Chinese Lunar New Year.
Enjoyed not only by the Chinese Community but also others & foreginers as Singapore is a multi racial society.
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Entry: 249
Image by: Wee Soon Heng
Caption: Traditional Chinese Opera Artist applying make-up before taking up the role in the play “Madam White Snake”
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Entry: 250
Image by: Goh Ngan Pin
Caption: Snapshot of our past heritage – Experiencing the joy of watching movie outdoor just like old times, whether rain or shine, and with your buddies in this iconic place (Tanjong Pagar Railway Station). This photo was taken at the PA’s Carnival – Be My Movie Kaki. Despite the light rain, folks stay on for the event.
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– We apologize if some of the English used is beyond normal understanding.
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