An Ice Cream Man by Siew Bee Lim

Captured on a bright day in May 2018 near Singapore’s historic Cavenagh Bridge, this portrait documents a quiet, authentic moment beside a riverside ice cream stall. The photographer observed tourists interacting with the vendor and felt compelled to capture the man’s habitual, practiced pose. Despite the initial challenge of balancing the lighting, the resulting image offers a candid glimpse into a local routine. The photograph is award-worthy for its ability to transform a simple street encounter into a timeless portrait, highlighting the intersection of human character and the vibrant, everyday atmosphere of the city.