13/02/2021
Well.. I tell myself every time, that maybe I can upload my next post when there's an special occasion to connect my audience with.. That's in spite of being known for celebrating everyday life in its micro moments. But, all I required this time, was not the Chinese New Year.. But a simple passing question by my good and reliable friend ().. How come you haven't posted anything recently on your instagram... As simple as that!! If you come to sense that next time.. Won't you also please poke and pester me? Most of you who are in my life, know by now, how I often start new personal, non-obligatory projects with much enthusiasm...only to be consistent at not being consistent. A little bit of friendly self-imposed accountability might help me better serve you in this creative journey I officially took in recent times.
Here's the story:
I was tasked by my friends at local newspapers (tagged) to go around the neighbourhoods of Kensington/North Melbourne/West Melbourne and take some shots of what they said I'm usually good with.. People, Connections and Stories. So.. While cycling in this new neighbourhood.. scooting out for people who are interesting or interested.. I came across these elderly gentlemen having their daily dose of coffee chatting away.. I approached them and said my hellos before asking if they'd be okay with me taking few shots for the local newspapers..without hesitation they negated to that idea.. When politely probed for reason, they agreed that they feel shy and don't want to be known around.. But given the distinctness of their pace in walks or mobility, I was sure they're known around already. 😉 While still chatting with them a lady who is an assistant on the bakehouse shop came up to ask why I'm going around with a camera and before I could explain... She asked if I can take a photo of her boss who got dressed up for the Chinese New Year (they're Vietnamese.. But most of the South East Asian countries celebrate CNY as if they're Chinese.. But they call it a Lunar Year maybe to feel more accommodating).. I gladly agreed..But she Cross checked me twice that I'll give those photos for free before she asked her boss. TBC.. 👇