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One Day in Shenzhen: A Modern City, Coastal Walks & Skyline Views
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Guangzhou Citywalk Routes: 4 Walking Themes + One-Day Itinerary & Photo Spots
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A Year-End Temple Morning in Hangzhou: A Quiet Winter Route from Faxi to Lingyin (Without Missing the Highlights)
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Views Over Planes: Aerial Photos from Airplane Windows
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Best Skylines in China: 6 City Views Worth Seeing and Photographing
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Beijing Traditions Photo Guide: 6 Photography Locations
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Cluster Travel in China: How I Plan Trips Around One Base City
In recent years, traveling between Chinese cities has become much easier thanks to the rapid development of China’s railway and transportation network. This has gradually shaped one of my favorite ways to plan domestic trips: what I call cluster travel in China. Instead of moving from hotel to hotel every…
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Cityscape Photography With a Phone: A Modern Cities Photo Collection
Cityscape photography with a phone has become one of my favorite ways to record modern cities. When people think of modern urban life, they often think of skylines, towers, traffic, lights, glass buildings, and fast-moving streets. But what interests me most is not just the city’s scale. It is the…
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One Day in Shenzhen: A Modern City, Coastal Walks & Skyline Views
If you are mainly interested in ancient Chinese history or traditional culture, Shenzhen may not be the first city that comes to mind. But if you want to see China’s modern urban development, tech-driven energy, and subtropical coastal scenery, Shenzhen is one of the best showcases in the country. After…
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Before You Press the Shutter: 3 Beginner Photography Basics That Matter Most
You do not need to fine-tune every setting before taking a photo. In my own shooting, I usually focus on three things first: focus, exposure, and composition. These are the decisions that have the biggest impact on whether the photo feels clear, balanced, and strong before any post-processing begins —…
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How to Edit Photos in Lightroom for Beginners: 3 Essential Steps That Make the Biggest Difference
I have already shared a simpler workflow in my post on how I edit iPhone photos in the built-in Photos app, and for many everyday images, that is honestly enough. But if you want more control over color, tone, and selective adjustments, Lightroom is one of the best places to…
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Night Cityscapes Around the World: A Photo Collection
Night cityscapes have a special kind of magic. After sunset, modern cities turn into layers of glowing windows, landmark towers, reflections, traffic lights, and small human moments moving through the dark. This photo collection brings together night cityscape photos I’ve taken in cities around the world, including New York, Shanghai,…
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Best Time to Visit Beijing: An Honest Seasonal Guide From a Beijing Native
If you are planning a trip to Beijing and wondering when to come, this is my honest answer as a Beijing native who has lived in the city for over 30 years. Beijing has four clearly defined seasons: spring (March to May) is beautiful but dry and often windy; summer…
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Travel Portrait Photography Collection: Everyday People, Quiet Stories, and Small Moments
Personally, I think portrait photography is very different from most other types of travel photography. With landscapes or architecture, the subject often speaks for itself. But with people photos, what matters more is whether the image can carry a feeling, a relationship, or a small story. This collection brings together…
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When a Camera Is Better Than a Phone: 4 Travel Photography Situations
Phone photography has improved dramatically, and for many everyday and travel situations, a phone is already more than enough. I’ve even written a separate post about why I enjoy shooting with my phone while traveling. But after using both for years, I still feel there are some situations where a…
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