Pamungkas lit up Singapore once again, and I was there for round two! I first saw him live in 2022, but this time felt different. It was his show, part of the annual Pesta Raya at Esplanade, and he owned the stage with his full band and a solid 16-song set. The crowd didn’t just...Read More

After three packed days of back-to-back meetings in San Francisco, I found myself craving a little peace. So, I decided to treat myself to some photo therapy for the rest of my Thursday. I asked Chat GPT for advice on where to go, and Pier 39 was the top recommendation. With my trusty Fuji XS20 and...Read More

I didn’t plan much that day. Cupertino greeted me with a kind of quiet that wasn’t boring. Trees lined the roads like gentle guardians. The buildings stood with a quiet confidence, not shouting, just there, doing their thing. I captured what caught my eye. A shadow on a wall, a twist in a tree branch,...Read More

Strolling around Haji Lane after the rain on a Saturday morning during fasting day? Absolutely refreshing! But what made it even more exciting was getting a hands-on lesson in street photography from Fuji Film’s very own expert, Mindy Tan. Mindy is a Singaporean photographer famous for her storytelling-style street shots. Her work has been featured...Read More

Last Saturday, I had the joy of visiting the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore to celebrate Indonesian Independence Day. The atmosphere was incredibly festive, filled with energy, music, and laughter. What truly amazed me was how excited everyone was, especially those dressed in stunning Indonesian national costumes that proudly showcased our cultural heritage. It wasn’t just...Read More

Last Friday night, Secret Signals hosted an intimate listening party in Singapore for the third studio album by dream-pop darlings Cigarettes After Sex. Held at Swee Lee Clarke Quay, the event gave early access to X’s—a 10-track collection soaked in the band’s signature slowcore haze. And yeah, that band name? Still provocative in the best...Read More

Last month, I linked up with the Singapore Weekend Photographers for one of their regular photo walk sessions. The route? A solid city trail starting from Fort Canning MRT, crossing the colorful Alkaff Bridge, and wrapping up in the nostalgic streets of Tiong Bahru. The skies didn’t exactly play nice—rain hit us mid-walk. Still, the...Read More

Indonesian weddings don’t hold back. They’re full of rich traditions, grand gestures, and moments that tug at your soul. Last month, I had the chance to document one for the very first time—a deeply personal one at that. It was the sacred union of my nephew, Ivan, and his beloved, Gesti, held in Jakarta. The...Read More

Here’s a visual recap from the Hari Raya Idul Adha celebration held at the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore. The day was filled with warmth, prayer, and community spirit — a beautiful blend of tradition and togetherness, captured through my lens.  Read More

Shoutout to FujiFilm Singapore for lending me the 27mm F2.8 pancake lens to pair with my XS20. Naturally, I took it for a spin through the heart of the city—roaming from Orchard Road to City Hall, chasing light from noon till sunset. It’s compact, sharp, and fast. But honestly? I’m still on the fence about...Read More