We’re on the stunning island of Boracy, Philippines for the next week, soaking up the sun and enjoying sand as white and powdery as baking flour. Having survived a frantic, fast-paced 3 months in Manila, it was time for a much needed break. After a dozen or more trips to my beloved Bali, it’s tough not to make comparisons to such a magical place. However, with only 8 hours of experience in Boracay, I can confidently admit the beaches hereRead more
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The dreams of man, pervading nature’s womb
Hong Kong. Sept. 2009.Read more
The last leap
Hong Kong’s Victoria PeakRead more
Tilt/Shift with Photoshop: Hong Kong – Stanley
This is an example of producing the tilt/shift effect with Photoshop. This was taken in Hong Kong’s Stanley Bay area; a quaint seaside area with a boardwalk packed full of restaurants and shops. I’ve done a few more of these effects with a tutorial linked here: www.thejavajive.com/blog/?p=475Read more
Hong Kong: Skyscrapers, supercars, supermodels and… hiking trails?
I just spent five days in Hong Kong, and was shocked by how it shattered my preconceived notions of what it was all about. Perhaps my perceptions have changed having lived in Jakarta and Manila since 2002, but I had expected something more gritty, more industrial, and definitely less green. I was pleasantly surprised by the bustling city; I found it exciting and cleaner than expected. I was in a conference for half of my stay, so unfortunately didn’t haveRead more
Heading to Hong Kong
I’m heading to Hong Kong for five days. Three of which I’ll be in a conference. Unfortunately, Novita’s ticket fell through so I’ll be flying solo, literally. Do you have any recommended places to see?Read more