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« on: May 27, 2009, 10:37:40 PM »
This shot was taken the first month I took up photography...Thaipusam Festival held in Singapore...(warning: pictures might not be appropriate for other viewers)... Enjoy...

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« Reply #1 on: May 28, 2009, 03:21:51 AM »
I deeply respect the cultural diversity portrayed Robby.

I wouldn't like to be too close by when the pericings are removed and someone offers a glass or two of water!

A credible work in both elements of journalism and portrayal of mankind's array of 'faith'
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« Reply #2 on: May 28, 2009, 04:22:31 AM »
What is the Thaipusam festival ?
That first guy looks like he needs a BBQ for whatever is stuck on the end of the stick, also that he would never be stuck for tackle if he went fishing !

All jokes aside (no offence intended of course) what is the idea behind the piercings ? Is it purely decorative or is it religious in nature or something else ?
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« Reply #3 on: May 28, 2009, 01:22:53 PM »
I think I have read it is a religious thing, Tim.  It mzkes me cringe, however, even single facial piercings make me wince, these are horrific (to me).  But cultural mores make things acceptable to some people that would never be acceptable to tohers. 

Good shots robby.
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« Reply #4 on: August 04, 2009, 06:19:37 AM »
Very gritty and raw shots.
You would have succeeded even without the selective colour given the impact of the images.
Well done!
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« Reply #5 on: August 06, 2009, 04:58:58 AM »
I agree, great shots there. The b&w suits these images perfectly, The coloured parts are a nice touch to.
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« Reply #6 on: June 09, 2010, 06:57:46 AM »
By the way,what is the concept of Thaipusam Festival?
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