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My new way of processing images with results finishing close to that of a slide. How I wished I have known this process earlier instead of HDR. Just a sandwich technique that I stumble upon while at work. Re-edited from from my archives
Suntec City and Singapore Flyer from Kallang River. Long exposure taken during blue hour after sundown. Haida 6 stop ND plus Circular Polariser.
No significant changes to this fountain after a major make over of the Suntec Mall. The light shows nightly seems to be loosing its attraction compared to before.
ABOUT THE FOUNTAIN OF WEALTH:
The Fountain of Wealth symbolizes wealth. In Chinese culture, water symbolizes wealth and life and the inward movement of water signifies the preservation of wealth for Suntec City. During certain periods of the day, the main fountain is turned off, so visitors are able to walk around a mini fountain at the center of the fountain’s base for good luck. At night, the fountain is the setting for laser performances, as well as “live” song and laser message dedications.
Read more at worldtoptop.com/fountain-wealth-suntec-city/#TA6ghZLRDhSb...
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Fountain Of Wealth
Supported by four 13.8 metres high bronze legs and spreading over an area of 1683.07 metres, the Fountain of Wealth has been accorded the status of "World's Largest Fountain" in the 1998 edition of the Guinness Book of Records. It is symbolically the ring in the palm of the hand, guaranteeing the retention of wealth. It is destined to be Singapore's most visited tourist destination.
The plaza would provide a large outdoor space for people to gather. But on its own, it would not achieve sufficient visual impact. A dramatic fountain was proposed as a visual focus. The Fountain Plaza, now the focal point of Suntec City, is also at the heart of the Marina Centre area. Not only is it the hub of circulation within the development, it also draws life from the surrounding buildings. This is why it sits off centre within Suntec City -so that it can be directly connected to its neighbours.
The flowing water from the Fountain is also a potent symbol as water is the essence of life in almost every culture. Located round this symbolic centre of life are the buildings which make up Suntec City. These buildings attract human activity - life - to the area. At ground level, vehicles flow around the fountain plaza while pedestrians flow into the buildings around it. Below ground, at the Fountain Terrace, all the buildings are interconnected by shops and restaurants. The complex is also connected to its neighbours by both underground and street-level pedestrian linkways.
The Fountain of Wealth was at one point the largest fountain in the world. Looks pretty good huh! Unfortunately it was raining, but I caught a lightning bolt! I didn't notice it until later.
The convention centre has a total of 100,000 square metres of space, over multiple levels. Recently completed a fresh new look to keep up with expectations of the future...
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Capture Date : 08 Aug 2014
Fountain of Wealth @Suntec City , Singapore
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