3.Change: Development of Singapore

I had no idea whatsoever as to what can represent change, and had a hard time trying to think up of something. In the end, i thought of doing something like a timeline, about how Singapore has grown. Because i had a collection of the old dollar notes of Singapore (banana note included), i decided i would use them as a marker for the different times.

When i took photos of only the dollar notes, i felt that it was very plain and flat, thus i used some items representative of that time to add more color and details. The general idea proposed here is the look into what the govt has done to improve the lifestyle and living standards for the people; how Singapore has changed.

The new and free Singapore.
(Flag in background represents her independence)



During that period of time, people still lived
in old shophouses, and used rickshaws for transport.


She grew.
(5-stones represents the games
that children play during that time)



HDB blocks were erected to provide
better living for the people,
and bus services to provide convenience.


Technology knocks.
(Nintendo game represents
the entry of technology;
games that children play then)


Transport services were further
improved, as better technology was introduced


Millenium.
(PSP represents the further
advancement of technology)


With the advancement of technology,
transport further improves to be automatic,
without any drivers.


Now, Singapore has developed into
a modern and bustling city

After seeing everyone's work, i kinda like Huiting's "nostalgia. childhood" for it's colorful pictures of childhood and the transition into the new technological era, Desmond's "Do people change with time?" for the great idea of portrayal of time and change, Yikang's "this was my jc" for being able to evoke plenty of emotions and memories in me even though i did not study in a jc + the idea of using what we already know to look at the story.

For Desmond's, i rate an 8/10
For Huiting's, i rate an 7.8/10

Based on theirs, i'll rate mine a 7.6

2. Exposure: Flow

A seemingly ordinary drain, but i love the rusty orange color (part of the reason why i took this shot) which was complemented by the lush green grass. I have no idea about you guys, but as i look at 'flowing' water i hear its' sound, in my head. I like curves, and the top part of the photo shows quite a sharp curve/bend. From that, i somehow get a feeling of speed/rush. As the water flows into focus, one can actually see that the flowing water is just like a small stream, moving steadily. And i particularly like the effect of the sun shining on the water, making it sparkle.

2. Exposure: Ease

I've always loved walking alone on paths like this. Enjoying the breeze, and the slow walk of solitude, relaxes my soul and puts my mind at ease. I like photos that seem as though i can just step right in, so i decided to try to take one of my own. I particularly like the composition of this photo. The leaves against the bright, blue sky, their shadows dancing on the path. The path that leads on, to some place far and secluded....

I've hopped around classmates' blogs to see their works. I really like samantha's "No room for repentance". The photo portrayed the doll as one who is alone, away from everyone else, just looking on from the outside.
And then there's yikang's "drift". He was able to capture that beautiful moment perfectly.. The gray feel to the photo portrays an overwhelming sense of depression, which i personally like. Alot.

For Samantha's, i rate 8.6/10
For Yikang's, i rate 9.3/10

Based on theirs, i guess i'll rate mine an 8

P/s: Will add/update links later on.