The Faded and the Fallen

By Jennifer De Souza

July 2024 PHOTO ESSAY
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Words and photos by Jennifer de Souza.LIKE MANY STREET photographers, I am intrigued by old houses that at first glance seem faded and misplaced. They are overshadowed by shinier, swankier modern buildings—yet, when you do pay attention, they offer glimpses of what a place used to be.Development is no doubt vital—for housing people and facilitating modern living. But through photography, I can look beyond and focus on the “Faded” to recognise and pay respect to the character and heritage of...

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Jennifer De Souza

lives in Penang and loves to meet Malaysians and record their daily lives through their stories and photographs. Pulau Tikus market reminds her of a similar market in Singapore, a few steps away from where she grew up.

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