The Magic Hour

The Magic Hour

Olympus OM-D, ISO 640, f3.5, 1/40 sec.

In cinematography, the ‘Magic Hour’ refers to the time when the the sky is glowing luminously just after sunset. It is less than 30 minutes, usually. The Dong Zen Temple in Jenjarom  is decked up with lanterns and glittering lights for its annual Lanterns & Floral Fest. The landmark is transformed into a magical wonderland for the Lunar New Year. Watch the video below. Happy Chinese Year New Year!

Time-lapse sequence with Godox intervalometer

Frame In Frame

Frame In Frame. At the Thai Buddhist Chetawan Temple in Petaling Jaya, a giant crane formed a frame. So I framed the landmark within a frame. Are you one of those who always wonder when to use the ‘Plastic Wrap Filter’ in Photoshop? Well. Here it is in action. It creates a 3D embossed surface that is shrink-wrapped. Like one one of those paintings you see at a tourist souvenir shop.

Opened officially by His Majesty King Bhumiphol of Thailand, the Thai Buddhist Chetawan Temple in PJ is not only a popular destination for Buddhists but also for tourists. I stumbled upon this renovation two days ago. The sky was a rare brilliant blue.

Frame In Frame