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A young shop keeper at Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia

A young shop keeper at Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia
He was mainly selling items required for worshipping like incense sticks, flowers etc.

A young shop keeper at Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia
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A musician playing the traditional string instrument, Sapeh, for a cultural show at Kampung Budaya Sarawak, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

A musician playing the traditional string instrument, Sapeh, for a cultural show at Kampung Budaya Sarawak, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
The Sapeh looked like a mix between a Guitar and Veena. The stage lighting was strong and I liked the monochrome rendition.

A musician playing the traditional string instrument, Sapeh, for a cultural show at Kampung Budaya Sarawak, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
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Lalitpur living Godess, part of Kumari tradition, in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal

Lalitpur living Godess, part of Kumari tradition, in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal
This Kumari Devi tradition and the associated ceremonies and rituals seemed similar to the Buddhist Lama tradition but with differences. I managed a click when she looked at me.

Lalitpur living Godess, part of Kumari tradition, in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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A shepherd woman at Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

A shepherd woman at Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
It’s always pleasing to photograph the happy people in smiles.

A shepherd woman at Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
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A worker peeling off outer shells of the boiled eggs, in front of his food court stall at Tekka Market, Singapore

A worker peeling off outer shells of the boiled eggs, in front of his food court stall at Tekka Market, Singapore
A worker peeling off outer shells of the boiled eggs, in front of his food court stall at Tekka Market, Singapore
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A young woman having her dinner at Geylang Serai Food court, Paya Lebar, Singapore

A young woman having her dinner at Geylang Serai Food court. Paya Lebar, Singapore
A young woman having her dinner at Geylang Serai Food court. Paya Lebar, Singapore
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A street vendor selling garlic in his push cart by the street corner, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

A street vendor selling garlic in his push cart by the street corner, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
A street vendor selling garlic in his push cart by the street corner, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
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An Ironing man at work in his mobile cart by the street side, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India

An Ironing man at work in his mobile cart by the street side, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
He was very gentle at work for his large eyes and big moustache. I liked to render in BW as well but the wall color is so appealing.

An Ironing man at work in his mobile cart by the street side, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
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A coconut seller in his street side shop, Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu, India

A coconut seller in his street side shop, Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu, India
A coconut seller in his street side shop, Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu, India
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A woman with a big nose stud, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India

A woman with a big nose stud, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
She asked if I can photograph her which I happily obliged.

A woman with a big nose stud, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
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Man with a palm hat, Tekka Market, Little India, Singapore

Man with a palm hat, Tekka Market, Little India, Singapore
It’s rare to see such a palm hat these days; glad to have his attention candidly as well.

Man with a palm hat, Tekka Market, Little India, Singapore

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Young boys playing with worn out cycle tyres in the street, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India

Young boys playing with worn out cycle tyres in the street, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
Young boys playing with worn out cycle tyres in the street, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
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A street vendor, selling jaggery, in conversation, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India

A street vendor, selling jaggery, in conversation, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India
A street vendor, selling jaggery, in conversation, Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India
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A woman having a photo shoot at Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal

A woman having a photo shoot at Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal
She had chosen a fitting silk saree for the beautiful place with courtyards and temples, I thought.

A woman having a photo shoot at Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal
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An immigrant worker in the back of the pickup lorry amongst the construction materials, Little India, Singapore

An immigrant worker in the back up of the pickup lorry amongst the construction materials, Little India, Singapore
An immigrant worker in the back of the pickup lorry amongst the construction materials, Little India, Singapore
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Lalitpur living Goddess (Kumari) in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal

Lalitpur living Godess (Kumari) in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal
I have read a bit about Nepal’s tradition of selecting a Kumari (a living Goddess) for their worship and meeting one of such Kumari was a very soulful and unique experience during my trip to Nepal and Tibet. One of several ways to be in touch with divine I guess. I still remember the vibrant red color that was present and I am glad with this shot that has brought some of that vibrancy.

Lalitpur living Godess (Kumari) in her throne, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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A mother with her baby, from a nomadic tribe, on her way to their tent near the Railway station, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India

A mother with her baby, from a nomadic tribe, on her way to their tent near the Railway station, Virudhunagar,  Tamil Nadu, India
She was so happy to be photographed and her laughter was so unforgettable. One of my favorite shot.

A mother with her baby, from a nomadic tribe, on her way to their tent near the Railway station, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India
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Neechal Kali, who survived the 1964 cyclone, a swimmer who swam over Palk Strait from Dhanuskodi to Talaimannar in Sri Lanka, reminiscing in his home, Dhanuskodi, Tamil Nadu, India

Neechal Kali, who survived the 1964 cyclone, a swimmer who swam over Palk Strait from Dhanuskodi to Sri Lanka, reminiscing in his home, Dhanuskodi, Tamil Nadu, India
A great personality who identified himself with every sand grain of Dhanuskodi. He loved to share his stories and memories.

Neechal Kali, who survived the 1964 cyclone, a swimmer who swam over Palk Strait from Dhanuskodi to Talaimannar in Sri Lanka, reminiscing in his home, Dhanuskodi, Tamil Nadu, India

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Bamboo seller in front of his shop, while his wife looking on. Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India

Bamboo seller in front of his shop, while his wife looking on. Bamboos are used as structural member for festival/marriage tents, scaffolding, etc.
Bamboo seller in front of his shop, while his wife looking on. Bamboos are used as structural member for festival/marriage tents, scaffolding, etc.