I open this topic with a question that had been buzzing in my head – is film coming back? The numbers seem to concur with this – analog photography is seeing a gradual but steady comeback, in no small part due to adoption by a generation that had likely never shot on film – the …
It is difficult not to overstate the impact that mobile devices have on photography in general. Gone are the days when the casual tourist would whip out a compact camera for the usual holiday snaps. It its place, our phones have become the “de facto” camera for just about anything on the go, and conventional …
I am pleased to announce the launching of a new series of short-form documentary pieces: Picture Stories. I am deeply passionate about my travels and experiences abroad, so I make it my focus (no pun intended) to capture from these lands, far and near, pictures of treasured memories and moments long gone. The centrepiece of …
Central Business District, Singapore I took this using my iPhone 12 Pro during a bike outing with friends in June 2023. This was taken while on the Helix Bridge. I used RitchieCam to capture this image of the Marina Bay Financial Centre directly to JPEG in monochrome. About The Mobile Eye The Mobile Eye is a series dedicated …
Bird in Cordoba The Great Mosque of Cordoba, Cordoba, Spain2020 The Story Behind This was taken during my visit to the Great Mosque of Cordoba in 2020. The Mosque-Cathedral (as it is also known) is a site of immense historical significance and had seen its glory days during the height of the Moorish conquest after …
From providing an avenue for self-expression to promoting mindfulness and fostering emotional well-being, the act of capturing images can be a powerful tool for healing and personal growth. Photography as a creative endeavor is often celebrated for its ability to capture and freeze precious moments in time. Beyond its artistic and creative aspects, what is …
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In an age dominated by smartphones and digital imaging, it has become easier than ever to capture precious moments. With this convenience, oftentimes the countless photos that we snap are consigned to the virtual abyss of our devices and cloud storage, and are unlikely to be seen again. It must be noted however, that there …
Void Deck, Block 265, Yishun, Singapore Taken with my iPhone 12 Pro, shot in raw, and edited in Lightroom Mobile. Tone curve adjustments to recover highlights and boost shadows. This image was part of a project undertaken earlier this year to document everyday life in the residential neighbourhoods of Singapore. You can check out my …
Hiang Thian Siang Ti Temple, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia This is the Hiang Thian Siang Ti Temple in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. Taken with my iPhone 12 Pro near the Harmony Arch – the entrance to the historic Carpenter Street, Kuching’s Chinatown. For more pictures, please see my other work; Kuching Chinatown. About The Mobile Eye The Mobile Eye is a …
Sarawak Cultural Village, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia Taken with my iPhone 12 Pro on 28 October 2022 during a visit to the Cultural Village with some friends. This picture was shot in raw, and processed in Lightroom Mobile. Looming in the background is Mount Santubong, the tallest peak in the region. The Sarawak Cultural Village is also home to …