Journal | Reflections on Creativity and Ideas
This journal is where I share personal reflections on creativity — thoughts, ideas, and moments that shape the way I see the world. It isn’t only about photography or architecture, but about the wider process of making and observing. Some entries are stories, others are experiments, all connected by curiosity and a search for meaning in creative work.
The Press Club
Six years ago, I stepped into the Press Club with a camera and a lot to learn. Looking back now, it’s less about the footage, and more about what that night still means to me. Read the full story.
The Beginning Was a Lens
A reflection on the simple lens that quietly shaped the work I do today. Read the full story and see how my early attempts compare with where I am now.
Between Creativity and Technology
Exploring the balance between creativity, learning, and technology. A personal reflection on how tools shape growth and self-expression over time.
90 days of Instagram
In early 2020, I set myself a 90-day Instagram challenge to “beat the algorithm.” It didn’t go as planned, but it taught me something more valuable about creativity and joy.
24 Stories Later: Where This Started
This journal began after a trip to Japan, with no real plan — just a spark. Twenty-four weeks later, I’m still here, writing through doubts about whether it mattered, whether I’d stick with it, and whether I had anything worth saying. This post looks back at how it all started, what almost stopped me, and what I’ve learned by simply showing up.
Singapore: A Creative Lesson About Knowing When to Stop
Singapore was my first Asian city, and it taught me a lesson I’ll never forget. I overshot, filled drives with footage, and felt overwhelmed. In the end, I learned that creativity isn’t about capturing everything, but about knowing when to stop and trust the moment.