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Here is where I record my thoughts and experiences, most of which are from my time abroad and travels. Where I share and exchange insights on off-the-beaten-path destinations and translated literature. Where I discuss photography and societal observations. 

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  • How do you shoot?

    A camera is a tool. It enables us to preserve a memory in the form of an image, sometimes with sound included. We use a camera to help us communicate an idea or an emotion, as well as to spread the word about something that matters to us. A camera can take the form of…


  • Closing time

    This week’s photo challenge on The Daily Post is all about doors. I was tempted to post a series of photos of doors, but since I’m currently travelling and have limited access to my image archive, I shall instead share my most recent ‘door’ picture! This was taken last week in Paris, outside Cannibale Cafe in the 11th…


  • Many of my friends from Singapore make a beeline to Zara to buy clothes when they travel to Spain. Because it is purportedly cheaper to buy Zara items in Spain than in Singapore, especially after getting the tax refunds. I did exactly that the first time I visited Spain and was in Barcelona for a…


  • I seldom buy accessories. I tend to use the same bag day in, day out, avoiding the hassle of having to transfer things from one place to another. I appreciate a well-designed bag made with quality materials. I prefer minimalist, classic designs and don’t care much for trends. Even better if the item was produced…


  • I first came upon The Museum of Innocence while wandering around the dimly lit streets of Beyoğlu in search of dinner at midnight . It was my first night in Istanbul on my own after finishing a project in Etiler, another neighborhood on the European side of city. The unusual-sounding museum on the street sign piqued my curiosity…