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“I really believe in female empowerment in this patriarchal world, so I want my daughter to grow up knowing that she can do anything regardless of her sex and gender identity, to feel safe to go out there and explore the world, and know that she can always turn to me when she faces struggles."

“Sunscreen is a must-have in my skincare routine and I use it religiously. A lot of people leave sunscreen out, but not only does it block UV rays, it also shields us from the blue light emitted from our laptop and phone screens, which can be detrimental to both our skin and eyes.”

“After a tiring day at work, I like to unwind by indulging in some alcohol before I go to bed. I usually go for Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) or a Whisky Sour made with Laphroaig Scotch whisky, which is my favourite cocktail. But my boyfriend says it tastes like hospital-grade sanitiser!”

“As a fitness coach, I believe that we can be flexible with our diets as long as we eat in moderation. I always tell my clients that staying active throughout the day is what’s most important. Even I have my cheat meals too—my go-to is anything from McDonald’s!”

“My interest in filmmaking began when my dad gifted me one of his old cameras when I was in secondary school. I’d always been intrigued by photography and capturing still images, but I eventually found that I could be a lot more expressive with filmmaking. The rest, as they say, is history.”

“When I was laid off from my full-time job, I decided to focus on the positives and pursue the arts as a freelance illustrator. Obviously it hasn’t been easy, but I’m trying my best to go with the flow, and I’ve learnt that it’s okay to ask for help. Having a great support system also really makes a difference too.”

“My interest in mermaid performance started six years ago and I’ve been pursuing it professionally for two years. I hope to be able to do mermaid performances around the world and then maybe find a prince to sail away with just like Ariel from The Little Mermaid.”

“In 10 years, I see myself riding my motorbike somewhere up in the mountains or on a bike tour with my dad. My dream bike is a Harley Davidson, but it’s not very practical for long distances. If I do get one though, maybe I’ll upgrade my moustache to a full-blown beard to look the part.”

Outside of work, N is quite the dancer. Having picked up dance in his polytechnic and university days, N tells us that he tries to go for dance classes when he can find the time.

“I moved to Singapore from Ipoh, Malaysia to take on a job in Videography and Editing because of the currency. Apart from that, I also wanted to try working overseas and since there isn’t much cultural difference between both countries, Singapore became an obvious choice for me.”

“In my free time, I enjoy building mechanical keyboards and customising everything from the switches to the layout. I’ve also just picked up skateboarding after wanting to do so for a long time. There’s a constant fear of falling since I’m not as young as I used to be, but it’s a hobby I wish to continue.”

“I’m currently an Associate Dean at a fine arts school and the co-founder of an art incubator, dblspce. Having been involved in Singapore’s arts scene for over 17 years, my dream is to see more engagements between artists and the community. There’s so much treasure in the stories that artists have to tell, if people only take the time to look, listen, and learn from.”