Sharing with you Ellie & Nat’s bestie portraits to mark the celebration of their thirt—

I mean, twenty-first birthmonth. 😉

This wasn’t just a photoshoot. It was a walk through their version of Hong Kong: a quick visit to Matcha Tokyo, a slow stroll through Tsim Sha Tsui, and of course, a quick wardrobe shift somewhere between Victoria Harbour and metaphorical shopping. The day wrapped with karaoke (yes, a Lost in Translation moment), and one of the best hot pot dinners I’ve ever had — Lau Haa in Causeway Bay. Highly recommend.

Ellie and Nat brought their full selves to the session — laughter, nostalgia, and the kind of shared rhythm only real best friends have. I’m happy to have been there for it. Also, side note: they introduced me to NewJeans during karaoke. Changed my life. Quite musically.

Cheers to you both — and to the version of Hong Kong that feels like home.

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Cinematic lifestyle portraits of Ellie and Nat captured in Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay, Hong Kong — February 2025. Shot with Leica M11, Leica Q3, and Leica SL2 by redsheepphotocinema and @_elsewherelse using a candid, travel portrait approach rooted in friendship, light, and shared memory.