TM's Darkroom

Earth Hour 2011

2011-04-08T00:15:00.003+08:00

YL & TM in support of Earth Hour 2011.

细雨细语

2011-03-10T23:54:00.000+08:00

倒影

2011-01-25T23:46:00.002+08:00

海的一角

2011-01-23T13:14:00.003+08:00

在世界的某一角，是否能找回我的方向。。。

家

2011-01-11T13:59:00.007+08:00

2011年才過了十一天，可昰我彷彿已過了一年。

在過去几天裏，发生了大大小小許多事。
正当我疲備不勘时，妈传了一袩簡訊给我。她说:

maybe i understand what happen to you,

你要紧记家昰你最安心及最平静的保护区.
妈永远在你身边支持你。

我哭了。。。

缘

2011-01-02T09:54:00.003+08:00

在茫茫人海裡
能遇见妳
便是缘

Free Your Heart

2010-12-11T17:26:00.003+08:00

This piece of work is dedicated to a close friend of mine. She inspired me with this shot.

When love has become such a heavy burden, you should just let it go.

Hong Kong - Streets Chapter

2010-04-17T01:45:00.013+08:00

One can feel the intense pulse of this densely populated city by walking on her streets. It is a dynamic city with unique scenes at almost every corner.

Beware of Slippery Surface

2010-02-20T01:07:00.002+08:00

Story to Tell

2009-11-10T00:15:00.003+08:00

I did a series of shots for a good friend of mine recently. Through the eyes of this little doll, one will be able to view this world from a different perspective. This concept really caught my interest. Read more about her story in her blog:

http://dixiemorningdew.blogspot.com

Midnight Blue

2009-08-16T01:14:00.009+08:00

This album was done last year but I only post process the shots now. I remembered myself heading aimlessly down the road on that summer midnight. Perhaps I was hoping to rediscover myself through others? Or was I simply feeling lost at that point in time? I am really unsure.

Grow Here

2009-07-31T01:01:00.004+08:00

A piece of my work which was featured in the publication "Eye e City 2008".

Aging population is a phenomenon experienced by most major city, including Singapore. I believe that everyone needs some form of goal to work towards in life. Hence, a sense of uncertainty and emptiness inevitably sets in after retirement. Our parents, after working tirelessly for most of their life, deserve a more comfortable place to spend their old age. Care from both their childern and the community plays a major role in filling up this "empty hole". In this way, the scenario of elderly heading aimlessly out to the street might be seen less frequently.

Man and Nature - A Balance?

2009-04-10T00:10:00.006+08:00

While mankind builds his desired home, he constantly returns some space to nature. Although different cities practice the philosophy to a different extent, the common aim of such act is to achieve a balance between a built and a natural environment. A pure urban environment is often too harsh for mankind to live in. With the touch of nature, the urban landscape is injected with natural qualities such as fresh air and shades. These qualities are essential for healthy living of mankind and are often difficult to achieve artificially.

Photo shortlisted for NUS Arts Festival 2009

雨后彩虹

2009-02-27T13:02:00.004+08:00

这一幕述说着许多人的人生故事

Impact

2009-02-06T14:49:00.003+08:00

In times of turbulence, stay strong!

Random Work

2009-01-14T01:06:00.001+08:00

Random Thoughts

2008-12-03T10:24:00.004+08:00

Some recent happenings induced me to think about the types of human relation which my surrounding people and I have built. I come to realise that there are tons of people who conduct themselves differently in front of different people. I admits that I practice this "skill" to an extend. Is this really the correct and only way to survive in society? Why is it such a deep rooted culture that is deem acceptable for the past centuries? On the other hand, I greatly appreciate the guy who induced me to think about this issue. It is now that I realises I have not treasured those around me who are true to their heart, my dad, my mum, my good friends TH, OK & HW.

I already have a piece of work in mind in this line of thoughts, just that I don't have time to materialise it now due to the crazy exams.

Take care to you who is reading this entry~

Random Thoughts

2008-11-15T13:10:00.002+08:00

I was looking through some of the shots taken some time back.
Shots that bring back memories but not done quite well.
Details lost in the shadows and highlights are lost forever......

Where did you go...

2008-11-14T13:28:00.001+08:00

Chip n Dale

2008-11-02T14:21:00.003+08:00

Chip n Dale are my favorate characters from Disney. The use of similar tones in the composition allows the object to blend well into the surrounding yet stands out at the same time. This is also the first time that I am trying out a two light set-up. I have my bicycle light as my key light. My hot-shoe flash bounced light off the walls to take out any harsh shadows.

Random Thoughts

2008-10-05T17:13:00.003+08:00

Photography is not about how good your equipment is.
It is about how developed your ideas are.

Take Me Home

2008-10-03T00:00:00.004+08:00

There were quite a few thoughts on my mind when I composed this shot. I wanted to express the idea that it has been quite some years since I travel the journey of life. However, being quite a sentimental guy, I still look back every now and then, taking with me only the good memories and leaving the bad ones behind. This photo was shot a year back with my compact Fuji fd31. From then till now, I am exploring more on composition. This shot was then used in an advertising project by a friend of mine.

Reservoir Sunset 2

2008-09-11T23:15:00.003+08:00

This shot is taken about 10 minutes after the shot in my previous post. The change in color tone of the evening sky within minutes simply amaze me.

Reservoir Sunset 1

2008-09-10T13:48:00.004+08:00

This shot was taken at a reservoir near my house. How could I have missed such beautiful sunset for so many years... I even travelled to different corners of the island seeking a good shot. Maybe that is human nature. We never realise that the perfect moment can be achieved with such ease.

Melting...

2008-08-29T22:57:00.003+08:00

Planet Earth, our one and only home, is experiencing a phenomenon commonly known as global warming. It is caused by an increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere due to human activities. Due to a rise in the average global temperature, glaciers are melting at an increased rate. The additional influx of fresh water can result in severe problems such as sea level rise. This capture aims at presenting the scenario through an object which we see in our everyday life - the ice cube.

Random Thoughts

2008-08-25T02:59:00.002+08:00

Photography has provided me with an avenue to express myself. Through the view finder, I see the different philosophies of life.

夜空彩虹

2008-08-24T18:38:00.003+08:00

This shot was taken during the Singapore Firework Festival 2008. I was using my compact to try my hand on firework same time last year but was fustrated as I could not gain complete control over the aperture and shutter.

Memory of a Lifetime

2008-08-23T02:04:00.002+08:00

Promise of a Lifetime

2008-08-21T01:20:00.002+08:00

You & Me

2008-08-13T12:53:00.005+08:00

I love sunset. This shot was taken at Changi Boardwalk. I wanted to move away from the conventional shot & these birds just happen to catch my attention. I was using my 18-55mm hence, was unable to move any closer to them. A minimalist approach was taken towards the composition.

Bird of Paradise

2008-08-04T21:27:00.002+08:00

Another take at this beautiful flower. I am more satisfied with this shot. Thanks to the advise from my friend.

Bird of Paradise

2008-08-03T22:22:00.004+08:00

This flower symbolizes freedom! I love the meaning of this flower a lot!

Coffee Treat

2008-07-29T23:46:00.003+08:00

I still owe someone a cup of coffee...

迷失

2008-07-28T14:53:00.005+08:00

天上的繁星闪烁不定
寂寞该往那里
冰冷的浪花拍打不停
伴随黑夜宁静

游牧的人民漂泊不停
幸福该往那里
自编歌曲里人生的忐忑
是否刻骨又铭心

某年某月某日的决定
谁来给我指引
你是回忆快乐的点滴
如今梦里唤醒

提琴弦音会否更动听
他日心情断定
今日决定他日的故事
谁来和我编织

Melting Sweetness

2008-07-22T23:59:00.001+08:00

Stay Strong

2008-07-19T22:41:00.003+08:00

This small plant caught my attention when I was at Fort Canning last Sunday. One should stay strong always no matter how tough life is, just like this plant.

Whisper of the Wind

2008-07-14T23:50:00.002+08:00

Summer Blossom

2008-07-13T22:10:00.001+08:00

安琪儿

2008-07-08T23:51:00.004+08:00

二十二年来男孩一直在等待
盼望安琪儿的到来
每一天每一夜
时时刻刻发呆

他和她未来的点滴
总是浮现在脑海
不知何时会相遇
或许命运自有主宰

Can you set me free
解开我心中枷锁
让我不再迷惑
不再为过去而活

Is this heaven's will
相隔两地的你我
没有约定和承诺
只有一丝丝连络

静视着窗外对岸霓虹灯在摇摆
手中铅笔纸上往来
每一字每一句
都是失落无奈

或许命运已有安排
或许我不应随心猜
心情如风叶随风摆
心底只望和她拥抱未来

Can you set me free
解开我心中枷锁
让我不再迷惑
不再为过去而活

Is this heaven's will
相隔两地的你我
没有约定和承诺
只有一丝丝连络

This lyrics was written 2 years ago, for someone special...

SG Flyer by the Night

2008-07-06T03:33:00.003+08:00

Random Thoughts

2008-07-04T23:47:00.002+08:00

忙碌的生活
让人迷失自我
做人得过且过
寻回最真实的我

累人的生活
仍有回忆伴随我
生命美好的点滴
会否让梦永远不落

My Hero... Always...

2008-06-27T21:57:00.004+08:00

I was resting on the sofa after a long day out at work. I don't really like my current working environment and have always want to resign early. After all, it is only a holiday job. That very moment, someone brought out his tools and started preparing for the day ahead. I suddenly realise how selfish that thought of mine is. I have a choice to quit whenever I feel tired, but he doesn't...

Reservoir View

2008-06-24T22:22:00.000+08:00

The effect of the reflection is simply amazing...

Love is...

2008-06-22T15:45:00.003+08:00

Love is to place our happiness in the happiness of another...

Best Wishes

2008-06-22T15:13:00.005+08:00

Church

2008-06-22T15:02:00.000+08:00

Gift

2008-06-19T20:23:00.005+08:00

Love is...

2008-06-17T23:25:00.004+08:00

Love is not about finding that perfect someone...
it is about finding someone who makes you perfect...

River Walk 7

2008-06-15T00:53:00.004+08:00

Last post for this album of photos.
From this album, I realised the amazing effect of having live subjects inside my composition.
It adds that magical human touch as compared to a pure landscape shot.
Will work towards achieving better effect in the future.

Random Thoughts

2008-06-12T22:29:00.004+08:00

握紧的手抓不住梦
只有放开手才能海阔天空

River Walk 6

2008-06-12T22:28:00.002+08:00

River Walk 5

2008-06-11T21:16:00.001+08:00

River Walk 4

2008-06-10T20:54:00.004+08:00

I personally like the warm tone of this shot. Time spent with closest of friends are always great!

Random Thoughts

2008-06-09T21:50:00.003+08:00

Photography is about capturing the moment, the atmosphere, the mood and most importantly, the story which one's surrounding is trying to tell.

River Walk 3

2008-06-09T21:47:00.000+08:00

River Walk 2

2008-06-08T19:00:00.001+08:00

River Walk

2008-06-08T17:49:00.004+08:00

The upcoming album is captured along the Singapore river on a Saturday night. Enjoy!

Henderson Waves

2008-06-04T23:54:00.002+08:00

City Pulse 2

2008-06-03T00:13:00.004+08:00

The world never rest...

幸福摩天轮

2008-05-31T00:18:00.004+08:00

这国度上天空一片慰蓝
人行道旁仿佛自我全忘
停下步伐倾听世界呐喊
世界之大能否寻得人间天堂

Tomorrow's Possibilities

2008-05-29T21:32:00.006+08:00

This exposure is dedicated to civil engineers and site staffs in every corner of the world. Everyone works tirelessly in the harsh environment and is never an easy task.

City Pulse

2008-05-27T17:57:00.004+08:00

Simplicity

2008-05-25T14:16:00.001+08:00

Retiring for the Day

2008-05-23T12:41:00.000+08:00

Lighthouse

2008-05-21T22:29:00.000+08:00

Capturing the Moment

2008-05-21T16:17:00.002+08:00

City of Light

2008-05-21T14:44:00.004+08:00

Fantasy

2008-05-21T00:42:00.003+08:00

City Life

2008-05-20T23:49:00.000+08:00

TM's Darkroom

Earth Hour 2011

细雨 细语

倒影

海的一角

家

缘

Free Your Heart

Hong Kong - Streets Chapter

Beware of Slippery Surface

Story to Tell

Midnight Blue

Grow Here

Man and Nature - A Balance?

雨后 彩虹

Impact

Random Work

Random Thoughts

Random Thoughts

Where did you go...

Chip n Dale

Random Thoughts

Take Me Home

Reservoir Sunset 2

Reservoir Sunset 1

Melting...

Random Thoughts

夜空 彩虹

Memory of a Lifetime

Promise of a Lifetime

You & Me

Bird of Paradise

Bird of Paradise

Coffee Treat

迷失

Melting Sweetness

Stay Strong

Whisper of the Wind

Summer Blossom

安琪儿

SG Flyer by the Night

Random Thoughts

My Hero... Always...

Reservoir View

Love is...

Best Wishes

Church

Gift

Love is...

River Walk 7

Random Thoughts

River Walk 6

River Walk 5

River Walk 4

Random Thoughts

River Walk 3

River Walk 2

River Walk

Henderson Waves

City Pulse 2

幸福摩天轮

Tomorrow's Possibilities

City Pulse

Simplicity

Retiring for the Day

Lighthouse

Capturing the Moment

City of Light

Fantasy

City Life

细雨细语

雨后彩虹

夜空彩虹