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AMONG THE MANNEQUINS



At first ,I saw four mannequins dressed in "tudung" or head cover for muslim ladies.It is normal scenerio in a shop.But as I was going out of this market place,I noticed a sale lady went about to arrange a set of dresses in front of the mannequin in green.Suddenly ,my mind realised the change.Now,my eyes saw five mannequins.Quicky,I lifted my camera and shot the event right in front of me.

When I came to this Wet Market at Presint 8,Putrajaya half an hour ealier,I had no idea what to shoot for my Street Photography.I looked around and saw nothing interesting and extra-ordinary.Suddenly,it just took place right in front of me.All I need is to be mindful and take the opportunity as it comes.

That is Street Photography.It is about life and culture that is on going every day.It is there but most of the time we don't see it.

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