^{Penang Heritage Photography Fiesta 3.0 concluded on 28 July 2024 with the prize presentation ceremony of 16 lucky winners at GSC Gurney Plaza.}



GEORGE TOWN, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Penang Heritage Photography Fiesta 3.0 has concluded on Sunday with resounding success in celebrating Penang’s traditional flavours with the presentation of 16 prizes across three categories in its photography and videography competition.

The third instalment of the initiative is jointly organised by PPB Group Berhad, its property division PPB Properties and SONY Malaysia, while GSC served as the venue sponsor of the prize presentation ceremony.

This year’s Fiesta saw enthusiastic participation from photography enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds in capturing the traditional culinary heritage that defines Penang. Over the past few months, the participants immersed themselves in the rich local culinary scene, from bustling street markets to traditional cuisines of all races and religions.

PHPF3.0 kicked off in May 2024 with a series of engaging photography workshops and guided photo walks, led by renowned SONY professionals. These sessions also allowed participants to gain insights, tips, and tricks in visual storytelling in line with this year’s competition theme.

The awards presentation ceremony, which was held at GSC Gurney Plaza, concluded the three-month-long campaign. The event started with a live screening of the finalists in the youth videography category in a cinema setting and a showcase of the finalist photographs. After much anticipation, the 16 winners were announced followed by a short awards presentation ceremony.

Two judges also shared their thoughts on this year’s competition during the event, including David ST Loh, a photojournalist and award-winning author.

“The competition challenged participants to document the dynamic visuals between people and our cuisine through documentary-style photographs.,” said Loh. “This type of photography demands a keen eye and connection to the subject matter. Despite the challenging theme this year, we are pleased to receive over 150 high-quality printed submissions.”

Penang Heritage Photography Fiesta 3.0 culminated in an exhibition that was held at The Whiteaways Arcade from 15 to 31 July 2024 that showcased a captivating array of images that reflected Penang’s cultural diversity and gastronomic heritage. The exhibition spotlighted the finalists’ submissions from the competition and a series of professional photographs by SONY experts.

This year’s campaign saw approximately 700 participants, underscoring the importance of cultural preservation through the arts. As Penang continues to evolve, events like the Penang Heritage Photography Fiesta play a crucial role in documenting and celebrating the traditions that define the island’s identity.

Photo Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Ib8gq61x2JBaUohtkJt3frNHXGs2nHV8?usp=sharing

About PPB Properties

PPB Properties, the property division of PPB Group Berhad, has built a sterling reputation for crafting high-value residential, retail and commercial spaces since 1982.

Its recent projects include Megah Rise in Petaling Jaya, Southern Marina Residences in Iskandar Puteri, Taman Tanah Aman in Penang and Taman Sinar Mentari in Kedah. PPB Properties also manages several retail projects including three shopping malls in the Klang Valley, Cheras LeisureMall, The LINC KL and Megah Rise Mall, as well as New World Park and The Whiteaways Arcade in George Town, Penang.  

SOURCE: PPB Properties 

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--BERNAMA