Street photography of Georgetown, Penang

My self-actualization need was buzzing so I had to answer to the call for art and creativity. Bought the mirrorless Fujifilm X100s back in April 2014 and I barely had the chance to use it and when I used it, I couldn't be gratified because I didn't know how to manipulate it the way I could with Nikon cameras.

As with everything, it all begins with practice. I managed to find a kind soul to walk around Georgetown with me so I can snap some photos with the sleek Fuji X100s. We agreed to put up a post of black and white photos. To be honest, the shots were disappointing, the tone, colour, contrast and exposure were not up to my standard. I blame that I still haven't read the manual. 

Wanting to start somewhere, shots below were edited by Photoshop. Capturing the old world charm of Georgetown, as such moments of awareness. Maybe there could be beauty in a moment so ordinary.

Typical coffee shop scene in Penang with everyone doing their own thing.

Early in the morning, this aunty was seen sweeping the floor of the colonial Standard Chartered Bank.

At the Fort Cornwallis, tourists were guided to the cannon. "Touch the cannon so you give birth to a son."

I love this photo. That's all I can say.

First attempt at capturing a stray dog.

Early morning, a worker was seen trimming a bush at the Dewan Sri Pinang.

Locks looking very vintage. I noticed there were a lot of locks all over Georgetown.

Penang is fast becoming a cycling town.

After so many years, still the same camera and same pose.

In conjunction with the Merdeka month.

Justice. A relatively new statue in front of the high court.

The high court in Penang.

In conjunction with the hungry ghost month. Settings like this is easily spotted in Penang.

In Chulia Street, there are more and more cyclists - mostly backpackers. Chulia Street has changed so much since my school days.

At the market, a buyer was seen bargaining for the best price.

Street photography of Georgetown, Penang.

captured on 16 August 2014, Saturday
with Fujifilm X100s
by Danielle Fung