“How Many Can I Fit Into My Bag?”


The Esplanade Theatre (featured in recent posts) has been affectionately named “The Durian” by Singaporeans. Indeed, durians are a favourite among Singaporeans. Imported from neighbouring Malaysia and Thailand, the pungent fruit is sold in abundance in the Geylang area from roadside stalls. I decided to pay a visit to the area yesterday. Lighting was soft and flat unfortunately (as it has been of late because of the arriving rainy season). I was able to boost up the saturation and contrast quite markedly with Photoshop, thankfully.

The Handphone Driver?

This was taken just outside the Marina Square carpark opposite the Marina Promenade in Singapore. According to the Singapore Police Force’s homepage, handphone driving “is an inconsiderate and dangerous act that poses a threat to other road-users. The act distracts drivers and reduces their ability to control their vehicles and to react to changes in road situations“. Four scenarios were listed among the list of offending examples: 1) Paging for someone while driving, 2) Sending SMS/MMS messages while driving, 3) Making a call while driving and, 4) Receiving a call while driving.

I wonder if they should add a fifth one: Chatting on the phone while driving a road sweeper 😛

ARPS #6 – The Esplanade At Dusk

A more typical view of the Esplanade but with a slightly different touch! Taken at dusk, a long 13 second exposure gave brilliant saturated blues to the skies. Notice the streaks of light and white blobs on the water? What do you think these are?

Exposure information: Camera – Canon Powershot G3, ISO 50, 35mm effective FL – 39mm, Shutter – 13 seconds, Aperture – f/2.8, Metering Mode: Pattern, Flash – Off