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    Kat Payne

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    I don’t think I will ever get tired of marvelling how people can balance so much and such a variety of objects on their heads. This lady was making her way home for the evening, steadying a pile of cardboard with her hand, walking along with a man swinging his empty lunch box. by: katpayne Views[233] These boys were selling postcards on the bridge; I’d had a chat with them earlier and taken their photos but, very endearingly, they lost their relaxed air when I did, so I managed to capture this shot later on from a bit further away. by: katpayne Views[291] Monks frequently cross this bridge to get to the various temples; I love how their orange robes always stand out and make such a main feature of the photo. What was so great about this monk is he had a Canon camera better than mine, and was set on getting some great shots too. by: katpayne Views[209] Here one of the boys who had been jumping is taking a breather and waiting for his friends to move out of his jumping space; he’s perched on the outer part of the bridge with his hand resting on the wooden rail. by: katpayne Views[220] The wooden bridge in Sangkhlaburi, Thailand, is not merely a means to cross the lake by, but the centre of the community, joining 2 sides together; the Mons, and the Thais and Karens. All through the day, but particularly at sunrise and sunset, the bridge comes alive with activity; people go to and from work, vendors sell their wares, children play, monks walk to the temples, foreigners take photos. The commerce, religion, rivalry, games, tourism and natural beauty of the entire area all come together on this one wooden structure. The bridge continues to give to the community, providing an area for people to trade, socialise and play, whatever their age. I have spent many happy hours there, sitting, watching, taking photos and soaking up the culture and diversity. When the rainy season comes to an end, the level of water in the lake is high enough for the local children (and some foreigners if they are brave enough!) to jump off the bridge and into the water below. This group of boys were leaping off, climbing back up, discussing tactics for their next jump and showing off for my camera for at least an hour. They loved seeing the photos afterwards as well! The background shows the floating villages prevalent on the lake and also an audience on the bridge! by: katpayne Views[256]
     
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    My Scholarship entry - A 'place' I have visited

    Monday, 14 Jan 2013 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

    The turning point for me&my photography was a year ago; after 6 years in marketing, I wanted to see more of the world. I headed off with my trusty Canon&made my way to Sangkhlaburi,Thailand. The opportunity to work on my photography was huge, all the ... Read more >
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    Tags: Travel Photography Scholarship 2012

    Photos: The Wooden Bridge

    Sunday, 13 Jan 2013 | Photo Gallery

    Travel Scholarship entry 2013 - The Wooden Bridge
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