“Pantang” Singapore

3 is a crowd

Do you know it's unlucky to take photo with 3 people in the shot? The one in the middle will be hit with bad luck. If you must take a three-some shot, stand next to another object to add to the count, example a pillar, a giant potted plant or a pet. I am not too sure if the remedy is of any use but it has been suggested as a way to counter the effect.

“What’s the rationale?” you might ask.

Sadly, I don’t know why. Maybe someone thinks it’s funny to embrace such taboos and make things difficult for a photographer.

Anyway, I’ve been photographed a number of times and had gallantly volunteered to stand in the middle each time. The worst that happens so far was that I have yet to strike any 4D for a long, long time. What a price to pay...

posted by Joan @ 1:57 AM