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
Capturing the raw energy and passion of football fans is always a thrill. I had the chance to experience it firsthand and snap some shots with my trusty Lumix pocket camera. Of course, I had to make things interesting for myself. This camera has its limitations, and I had to battle the low light at...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
Alhamdulillah, recently I made it to the top three favorites in a photo challenge capturing the stories of Blok M. Here’s what the jury said: “As simple as a scene of a kid roller-skating with a mom or grandma by their side. It represents the vibe of ’80s/’90s teens passing on the roller-skating trend from...Read More
When was the last time I visited Blok M? Honestly, I can’t remember, but it’s definitely been way too long! Blok M was my favorite hangout spot during high school, which was over 20 years ago. I still have vivid memories of Pasar Melawai, where I bought my performance costume; Plaza Blok M, where I’d...Read More
Have you ever felt like you’re in a city that’s just waiting to hear your stories? That’s exactly how I felt when I arrived in Madinah. Madinah, known as the “City of the Prophet,” is where Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) established the first Muslim community after migrating from Makkah. I stayed at The...Read More
Even though I live in Singapore, I don’t always get the chance to visit the iconic Gardens by the Bay every year. But this time, I decided to check out the Cloud Forest and work on my observation skills through photography. Armed with my Fuji Film XS20, I chose the Reala Ace film simulation for...Read More
Singapore is known for its striking city architecture, seamlessly blending modernity with nature and tradition. But what if we revisited it from a different perspective? The Singapore Klick Photography community re-imagines the cityscapes using techniques like pushing exposure and slowing shutter speed. The result is a surreal, dreamlike vision, where futuristic buildings merge with sci-fi...Read More
The annual Jakarta Illustration and Creative Arts Fair (JICAF) returns this year with a bigger venue and a longer duration. Held at The Space, Senayan City, the event runs from September 19th to October 6th, 2024, featuring over 100 exhibitors. I visited during the opening week to check out the exhibition. I was overwhelmed by...Read More
