Illuminating Moments, One Frame a Time
Illuminating Moments, One Frame a Time
A visual diary capturing everyday moments, creative themes, and thoughtful reflections through photography. Updated regularly with fresh images and inspiring stories that explore light, nature, and life’s beauty.
优雅与坚韧——采石湖的早晨 Gracia y Tenacidad – Una Mañana en Quarry Lakes Date: November 2, 2025 Location: Quarry Lakes, Fremont, California Camera / Lens: Canon R5 Mark II, EF 70–200mm f/4 + 1.4× Extender Theme: Minimalism and Everyday Life Caption / Reflection This morning, daylight savings gave me an extra hour — and a reason to step […]
Grace and Grit – A Morning at Quarry Lakes Read More »
I’m honored to be part of the Fremont Photographic Society’s new exhibition, “Through the Photographer’s Eye,” at the Olive Hyde Art Gallery. This show draws together 18 passionate photographers, each bringing their unique vision to Fremont’s vibrant art community. Exhibition Details Virtual Exhibition: Oct 30 – Dec 20 Virtual Gallery 1 | Virtual Gallery 2
Through the Photographer’s Eye – Exhibition at Olive Hyde Art Gallery Read More »
冬日光影漫步：唐·爱德华国家野生动物保护区 / Paseando en la Luz Invernal: Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Don Edwards Photography is full of moments when luck and patience meet—especially when you’re simply carrying your phone and letting the unpredictability of light guide you. On December 30, 2024, after a quiet lunch in Fremont, I took a stroll at Don Edwards
Walking into Winter Light: Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge Read More »
午后惊喜：天窗伙伴 / Sorpresa de la Tarde: Compañero en el Techo Solar Date: September 20, 2025 Location: Fremont, California Camera/Lens: Canon R5 Mark II, EF 24–105mm Theme: Humor, Street Photography As part of my daily photographic journey through the neighborhood, unexpected moments of connection and joy often emerge. On this particular afternoon, a playful interaction between
Afternoon Surprise: Sunroof Companion Read More »
Transportation has always fascinated me—not just as a way to move from place to place, but as a reflection of human creativity and progress. From the rumble of trains to the quiet efficiency of tractors, from muscle cars to spacecraft, every vehicle tells its own story. I am excited to share my submission of six
Evolution of Transportation Exhibit Read More »
捕捉未被注意的时刻：2025年旧金山骄傲节的温情瞬间 Capturando lo Invisible: Momentos Íntimos en el Orgullo de San Francisco 2025 Each year, San Francisco Pride electrifies the city with rainbow flags, music, and a sense of unity. This summer, I brought my Canon R5 Mark II and a 28mm lens—in crop mode, effectively 45mm—not to chase the parade’s pageantry, but to find
Catching the Unseen: Intimate Moments at San Francisco Pride 2025 Read More »
As a photographer, presenting my work in the best possible way means choosing the right print finish that enhances color, texture, and overall impact. Recently, I tested several print samples from White House Custom Colour (WHCC) to compare different paper types and finishes, and I’m excited to share my findings with you. Test Prints Overview
Exploring Print Finishes: My Test Print Experience with WHCC Read More »
好奇的伙伴们：草地上的静谧会面 Compañeros curiosos: Un encuentro tranquilo en el césped Spotted two surprise guests lounging in the grass near my friend’s apartment complex—a black-and-white duo that looked like they stepped out of a storybook. One all black, calm yet alert, with a white tuft on its head like a tiny beret. Look closer and you’ll see
Curious Companions: A Quiet Meeting on the Lawn Read More »
Date: July 31, 2025 Theme: Wings, Emergence, Texture Location: My Garden, Fremont, CA Camera/Lens: Canon R5 Mark II + EF 100mm Macro Languages: English / 中文 / Español Born at Noon It happened just after noon. I stepped outside to take out the trash—and caught my breath. There, clinging to a celery stalk in the
Born at Noon / 正午诞生 / Nacido al Mediodía Read More »
A fleeting moment transforms a hunt into a ballet on water… Date: Photo Taken 2025-06-04, Published 2025-07-26 Location: Coyote Hills, Fremont, California Camera / Lens: Canon R5 Mark II EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM + 1.4x extender (330mm, f/8, ISO 2000, 1/4000s) Caption / Reflection: Just moments after the tern captured its prey, it
Water Ballet / 水上芭蕾 / Ballet acuático Read More »