Block 5 Banda St Provision Shop

The featured image was taken at a provision shop at Block 5 Banda Street. Go towards the back entrance of Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and you will also see the Chinatown Visitor centre. Face south and walk towards the housing flat, which is block 5. You’ll see K88 Coffee House on the first floor. Head up to the 2nd floor to find the provision shop (along with several other shops). By MRT: - Closest MRT Station: Chinatown (Northeast Line and Downtown Line) - Take exit “A” - Head Southeast on Pagoda St toward Trengganu St - Turn right onto Trengganu St - Trengganu St turns slightly left and becomes Sago St - Turn right onto Banda St Address: 5 Banda St, Singapore 050005

All months of the year are suitable to photogaph within the provision shop.

I recommend visiting in the late-afternoon when it’s less likely to be busy. Try avoiding lunch time as the shop owner may close the store at that time.

Be mindful of others in the shop when trying to get your shot.

I recommend using a wide-angle lens (35mm) to incorporate more of the product shelves.

Experiment! There’s lots of angles to play with. Try incorporating the leading lines from the shelves.

I placed my model in frame as my central subject. Try composing your image with your model looking at the camera or candidly fidgeting with the products.

Spend some time shopping within the building.

If you haven’t walked inside the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, it’s a must do!

Check out the Polyart Acquarium nearby. Its shops have nice pink and blue lighting that is great for portraits.