A clip of a photographer’s experience at a Hari Raya photoshoot has touched the hearts of netizens and demonstrated the warmth of the Malay community.
Ms Clara Tan, lead photographer of The Perfect Statement, shared a video on social media titled, “This Raya shoot was NOT how I expected”, showcasing the generous hospitality she received.
“Just ended a big Raya photoshoot and it was quite an experience because every 20 minutes, something crops up,” says Ms Tan, looking quite emotional as she drags a bag in the video.
“They just kept feeding me,” she said.
The clip then shows scenes of Ms Tan being interrupted by people offering her food while she photographs at what appears to be a family gathering at Bras Basah Complex.
In one instance, a woman wearing a tudung spoon-feeds her with bee hoon, and when she sits down to eat, a middle-aged man wearing a Malay traditional costume tells her, “Help yourself, OK? Make yourself comfortable.”
“I went there as a photographer and left as family,” says Ms Tan. “I ate so much, but I hope my photos ate,” she concludes — “ate” being a compliment for images on social media.
