This Hong Kong portrait shoot, under soft, diffused high noon light, was a welcome change. Coming from someone who regularly shoots under the sharp equatorial sun of El Nido & Singapore, the contrast was gentle and refreshing.

We ventured out to Hap Mun Bay (also known as Half Moon Bay), a secluded beach near Sai Kung. The journey itself was part of the story: I broke a personal record reaching Choi Hung — my farthest MTR station to date — followed by a winding 50-minute minibus ride through hills and coastlines. A bit of an adventure, but worth it for the stillness we found on the other end.

Shot with Leica cameras, this portrait session leaned into the quiet. Natural light. No modifiers. Just the coastline, some late afternoon breeze, and Ember, moving through the space with ease.

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A cinematic Hong Kong portrait session photographed on location at Hap Mun Bay (Half Moon Bay Beach), Sai Kung, February 2025. Captured by @_elsewherelse using Leica M11, Leica SL2, and Leica Q3 with a filmic, moody approach rooted in natural light and story-driven portraiture.