Winners of Tampines Town Council 2019 Photo Contest
They say, “A picture speaks a thousand words” and it is definitely true! The annual photo contest returns this year with three different categories – People, Food and Facilities. The photo contest encouraged our residents to share their love for Tampines through these categories. We have received hundreds of outstanding entries and it was a challenge for our three judges, Mark Teo (People Category Judge), Nicholas Zayden Tan (Food Category Judge) and Jeryl Tan (Facilities Category Judge) to shortlist the top few submissions!
Congratulations to all the winning entries and thank you to those who have participated. It was heart-warming to learn about what you love about Tampines and we couldn’t agree more!
Be sure to check out our winning entries below and we look forward to seeing your photo entries in our Photo Contest 2020!
People Category
1st Prize: Jasline Tan
#iloveTAMPINESbecause friendly residents create beautiful community gardens for all to enjoy!
2nd Prize: Terence Lee
#iloveTAMPINESbecause of our people and my home.
- This is a top view of people walking along a street in Tampines.
3rd Prize: Tricia Yeo
#iloveTAMPINESbecause it is my roots. It gives me memories that cannot be erased even when I’m older. If I had to move out of Tampines someday, it will always be where home is.
Merit Prize: Chua Khong Huat
#iloveTAMPINESbecause it is my home; it is my heart! The residents are so lucky to have everything they need here. Tampines also is a town with many educational institutions and schools. Students get to play and learn on a big playground like this.
Merit Prize: Grace Chan
#iloveTAMPINES because this is the lovely town. I grew up with my siblings and parents here, and this vibrant town will be where my children will grow up together with us and their grandparents.
Merit Prize: Loh Charn Whye
#iloveTAMPINESbecause the children of Tampines are very fortunate to be living here. There are so many amenities to enjoy. This photo, taken during the National Day at Our Tampines Hub, features children of different races enjoying themselves in an enclosure full of colourful balls.
Merit Prize: Samantha Seah
#iloveTAMPINESbecause it is where my alma mater is. Growing up here holds many fond memories of the friendships forged through strife, anxiety and excitement. We have all since graduated, but this place still holds a special place in shaping us into who we have become today – we came back for a university graduation photoshoot.
Merit Prize: Steven Liew
#iloveTAMPINESbecause of the clean environment that we get to enjoy because of the hardworking cleaning crew that works tirelessly every day.
Food Category
1st Prize: Steven Liew
#iloveTAMPINESbecause the food is different from those found in other estates. Also, the hawkers behind the food are so friendly and this makes it a more pleasant experience.
2nd Prize: Samantha Seah
#iloveTAMPINESbecause late night food joints are aplenty! Besides the usual supper spots for prata and ice cold bundung, many neighborhoods now fuel our late-night hunger pangs for mookata, creating lively spaces abuzz with activity and the sizzling smell of grilled meats.
3rd Prize: Hang Loo Ming
#iloveTAMPINESbecause you can find all kinds of food at the neighborhood wet market.
Merit Prize: Ally Chua
#iloveTAMPINESbecause Soi Thai serves up authentic Thai Food that I love! It reminds me of the food I had in Bangkok.
Merit Prize: Joey Lim
#iloveTAMPINESbecause the younger hawkers always come up with innovative food ideas in our coffee shops at the HDB blocks!
Merit Prize: Lily Yuri
#iloveTAMPINESbecause of the Makisan in Century Square!
Merit Prize: Rochelle Tan
#iloveTAMPINESbecause of the authentic Thai food! This place reminds me of the food that I love in Bangkok!
Merit Prize: Teo Ting Wei
#iloveTAMPINESbecause you don't have to go very far for delicious Hong Kong Dim Sum. On Sunday mornings, we spend family time together by savoring Siew Mai, Har Kow, and more. No matter where I am, this is what I will always miss.
Facilities Category
1st Prize: Keith Shepherdson
#iloveTAMPINESbecause of the facilities. People from all walks of life spend their leisure time at the Festive Plaza at Our Tampines Hub; whether it's to watch a movie or enjoy local acts performing live.
2nd Prize: Samantha Seah
#iloveTAMPINESbecause it is bicycle friendly. It is one of the first few towns that encouraged the use of bicycles with dedicated cycling paths.
3rd Prize: Steven Sung
#ilovetampinesbecause this neighborhood has one of the most Instagrammable spots in Singapore! Our country is world's 10th most Instagrammable country in 2018 and I am proud to be a resident of Tampines.
Merit Prize: David Hong
#iloveTAMPINESbecause I like the green concept of Our Tampines Hub.
Merit Prize: Ivan Ng
#iloveTAMPINESbecause the people make our time spent together enjoyable and fun-filled! We do not need expensive facilities to have a good time. Remember the simpler days when we had basic amenities in our neighborhood. We formed the most unforgettable childhood memories then.
Merit Prize: Izuddin Sufian
#iloveTAMPINESbecause this town is a haven for everyone of all ages. During my days of unemployment, I would drop by at the Festive Plaza of Our Tampines Hub, and always found these coloured seats in front of the big screen occupied. I am not sure if these people paid any attention to what was playing on the screen, but they could always find a seat to relax whether it was morning, noon or night.
Merit Prize: Jasline Tan
#iloveTampinesbecause facilities are provided for residents to cater to a variety of needs, such as this bird-hanging pavilion for bird lovers!
Merit Prize: Kevin Wong
#iloveTAMPINESbecause it is where I have been living since, I was a teenager. I love everything about Tampines. This picture is taken directly inside my master bedroom. I sleep with the curtain opened every night because I love how the sun peeps through my window and onto my face, giving me a warmth that no money can buy.