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What a fantastic collection of shots! The Kongsi-Raya theme (the beautiful overlap of Chinese New Year and Hari Raya) is captured perfectly across these entries. From the intricate street performances to the literal blending of festive decorations, the spirit of “sharing the celebration” is loud and clear. The Winning Shot: Peter Chia Peter’s photograph of the yellow lion dance is a standout for several reasons: Dynamic Perspective: Capturing the lion atop the high poles (Jongs) against the urban backdrop and open sky gives a sense of scale and daring. Technical Skill: The focus on the lion’s intricate head while maintaining the clarity of the surrounding architecture creates a professional, “larger-than-life” feel. Energy: It perfectly encapsulates the peak excitement of a festiv Honorable Mentions & Highlights The competition was clearly stiff! Here’s what made the other entries so special: The “Kongsi” Spirit: Jon Liang and Loong FC both nailed the cultural fusion. Seeing a Ketupat and a Crescent Moon hanging right next to a fuzzy lion head (or the God of Fortune) is the epitome of the Malaysian/Singaporean multicultural experience. Street Life: Joanne Chew’s shot of the parade and hobby horse dancers captured the vibrant, busy energy of a community coming together in the heart of the city. The Crowd Favorite: Albert Low’s shot of the green lion in the mall perfectly shows the “sea of people” that these celebrations attract. You can almost hear the drums just looking at it! Final Verdict Congratulations to Peter Chia for taking home the win for Outing 2! Your ability to capture the “high-flying” spirit of the celebration really set the bar. To the rest of the group: keep those shutters clicking. If these photos are any indication, the next outing is going to be even harder to judge! Great job everyone Winner -Peter Chia Selected Photos Loong FC Jon Liang Joanne Chew Albert Low A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

What a breathtaking tribute to one of Kuala Lumpur’s most iconic landmarks. The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is a favorite for photographers, but this set shows just how many different “souls” one building can have depending on who is behind the lens. The Winning Shot: Edwin Ng Edwin’s photograph captured the judges’ eyes by focusing on grandeur and national pride. The “Worm’s Eye” View: By shooting from such a low angle, Edwin made the clock tower look infinite, stretching toward the heavens. The Perfect Timing: Having the Jalur Gemilang (Malaysian flag) unfurled perfectly at the top of the frame adds a powerful emotional layer to the architectural study. Clean Composition: The symmetry and the way the building’s texture pops against that crisp blue sky are simply top-tier. The Finalists: A Masterclass in Perspective This was a tough round! Each photographer brought a completely different vibe to the same location: Jon Liang-incredible use of leading lines. The star-shaped fountain in the foreground pulls your eyes straight to the illuminated tower during the “Blue Hour.” Md Aziman- A cinematic masterpiece. The sunburst hitting the edge of the building combined with the mist from the “River of Life” makes it look like a dream sequence. Nahura Ismail- Capturing a whole flock of birds in mid-flight around the tower adds a sense of movement and “life” to the static stone. K S Lim – A beautiful, minimalist take on the same angle as the winner, capturing a lone bird that gives the sky a sense of scale. Final Thoughts Edwin Ng managed to capture a classic “postcard” moment but with a technical precision that makes it feel fresh and heroic. It’s a shot that feels both timeless and urgent. Congratulations, Edwin! Your eye for detail and perspective really soared this time around. To everyone else—the quality in this outing was through the roof. Keep pushing those boundaries! Winner – Edwin Ng Selected Photos Jon Liang Md Aziman Nahura Ismail K S Lim A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Galloping into the New Year: “The Spirit of the Horse” Showcase Results! For our second photography outing, we took to the streets and malls to capture the energy of Chinese New Year. The theme was “The Spirit of the Horse,” and our community did not disappoint. From towering golden monuments to quiet, artistic details, these selections perfectly embody the power and grace of this year’s zodiac. Our Featured Finalists Before we announce our top pick, we want to celebrate four finalists who captured the festive atmosphere with incredible skill: Mohd Oqba: For a dramatic, wide-angle perspective that perfectly bridges the gap between tradition and the modern world. The glowing lantern set against the soaring city skyline creates a powerful sense of scale. K S Lim: For a clean, modern take on the theme. The geometric design of the rearing horse, surrounded by traditional clouds and florals, highlights the intersection of contemporary art and heritage. Jason Wee: For capturing pure celebration. The golden horse soaring through red silks and shimmering lights feels like a captured moment of a festival in full swing. Albert Low: For a beautifully artistic composition. By framing the floral-patterned horse through a soft haze of red bokeh, he created an intimate and dreamlike atmosphere. The Grand Winner: Ariff Panadam A huge congratulations to Ariff Panadam for taking the top spot! His winning shot is a brilliant example of storytelling through the lens. By capturing someone else documenting the vibrant, colorful horse statue, Ariff didn’t just photograph the subject—he photographed the experience of the festival. It’s a “meta” moment that perfectly captures how we share culture and joy in the modern age. Winner – Ariff Panadam Selected Photos Jason Wee K S Lim Mohd Oqba Albert Low A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Nature Under the Lens: Announcing Our Photography Showcase Winners! We are thrilled to reveal the selected photographers from our recent nature photography call-out. Macro photography is the art of making the small look mighty, and after reviewing many incredible entries, these four images truly captured the intricate, often-unseen beauty of the world around us. Our 4 selected photo Before we reveal the top spot, we want to recognize three photographers whose work captivated our panel with their unique perspectives: Loong FC: For a beautifully ethereal look at tropical blooms. The soft focus and vibrant pinks create a dreamlike quality that is hard to achieve with such precision. Joanne Chew: For a fascinating “moment in time” shot. This image, featuring a bright red berry and a spider in its natural habitat, tells a compelling story of the tiny dramas happening in our gardens every day. Albert Low: For a crisp, classic look at forest textures. The contrast between the white bracket fungus and the lush green ferns highlights the incredible diversity of the forest floor. The Grand Winner: Md Aziman A huge congratulations to Md Aziman for taking the top spot! His stunning capture of a vibrant orange mushroom on its delicate, needle-thin stalk is a masterclass in minimalist composition. The way the subject glows against the soft, moody background creates a sense of forest magic that stayed with our judges long after the first viewing.   Winner -MD Azizman Selected Photos Albert Low Joanne Chew Loong FC A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

A Festive Finale: Announcing the “Red & Gold” Christmas Winners! Our final outing of the year was a spectacular celebration of holiday spirit! For our second December outing, we challenged our photographers to capture the essence of the season with the theme: “Christmas Celebration — Red and/or Gold.” The submissions glowed with warmth, creativity, and festive cheer. From many wonderful entries, five photographers truly captured the magic of the theme: Albert Low Ellen Hui Harun Wahab Jon Liang Khor Hui Min The Star on Top of the Tree: Our Winner Choosing a winner from such a talented shortlist was no easy task, but one image perfectly embodied the elegance and joy of a Christmas celebration. A huge congratulations to Ellen Hui for being named our Overall Winner for this outing! Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their festive vision with us. What a brilliant way to wrap up our 2025 outings! Winner -Ellen Hui Selected Photos Albert Low Harun Wahab Jon Liang Khor Hui Min A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Avant-Garde & Vibrant: The Harajuku Doll Shoot Winners! Our first December outing took us into the bold, colorful, and whimsical world of street fashion with our Harajuku Doll Model Shoot. It was a day filled with creativity, unique styling, and incredible photographic opportunities! The level of talent on display was truly impressive, with our photographers capturing the essence of this iconic subculture. After reviewing all the entries, five photographers were selected for their exceptional work: Ellen Hui Jon Liang Lin Meng Onn Sebester Chay Simon Si Top Spot: Perfection in Every Frame Among a group of truly stunning entries, one photographer’s work perfectly captured the “doll-like” aesthetic and vibrant energy of the Harajuku theme. A huge congratulations to Lin Meng Onn for being named the Overall Winner of this outing! Thank you to our models and all the photographers who brought such incredible energy to this shoot. You truly brought the streets of Tokyo to life! Winner – Albert Lin Meng Onn Selected Photos Ellen Hui Jon Liang Sebester Chay Simon Si A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Our second outing for November 2025 carried the theme “Sports in Motion.” All photos were captured during the KL Car-Free Morning event, where the streets of Kuala Lumpur come alive with cyclists, runners, skaters, and families enjoying a safe, vehicle-free environment. The vibrant energy, active lifestyle, and community spirit provided our members with dynamic opportunities to showcase motion and movement through their lenses. The event offered a lively and refreshing atmosphere, encouraging Malaysians of all ages to embrace fitness and outdoor activities. Our members took full advantage of the setting, capturing expressive moments that highlighted health, motion, and togetherness in the heart of the city. For this outing, five photos were selected, contributed by: Albert Low Allicia Thau Ellen Hui Jon Liang MD Aziman The best photo for this outing was submitted by Jon Liang. Winner -Jon Liang Selected Photos Albert Low Allicia Thau Ellen Hui Md Aziman A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Our first outing for November 2025 was themed “Latin American Culture.” All the photos were taken during the Latin American Culture Festival in Kuala Lumpur. The festival showcased vibrant music, energetic dances, authentic food, and traditional crafts from countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Peru, and more. Held at Low Yat Park each November, the event promotes cultural exchange between Latin America and Malaysia, offering a festive and colorful atmosphere filled with live performances and cultural booths. Our members captured the spirit of the celebration through their photography, highlighting the lively and diverse cultural expressions on display. For this outing, five photos were selected, contributed by: Ellen Hui Yuen Yee (2 photos) Tan Wai Keong Raymond Leong The winning photo for this outing was submitted by Raymond Leong. Winner -Raymond Leong Selected Photos Yuen Yee Yuen Yee Tan Wai Keong Ellen Hui A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Our second photography outing, which focused on Architectural grandeur at the soaring Merdeka 118, was a phenomenal event! Led by Jon Liang, the session inspired incredible work, resulting in an impressive 113 submissions. The competition to perfectly frame the structure and its details was fierce. We are delighted to announce the five images that truly captured the spirit of this architectural marvel: Edwin Ng H Meng Tan Mohd QBA PC Loo Chin Wai Keong From this outstanding group of finalists, one image stood above the rest for its exceptional artistic vision and technical execution. A massive congratulations to PC Loo, who has been awarded the Best Photo title for the Architectural outing Thank you to everyone who participated in documenting this iconic structure. We look forward to seeing your submissions for our next challenge! Winner -PC Loo Selected Photos Edwin Ng H Meng Tan Mohd QBA Chin Wai Keong A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.

Our recent photography outing, “In Search of the Malaysian Nation,” led by the talented Kim Boon, was an overwhelming success! We were absolutely thrilled by the passion and creativity on display, receiving a phenomenal 118 submissions that beautifully captured the spirit of our country.  Selecting the top entries was tough, but we are proud to announce the five best photos of the day: Albert Low Edwin Ng Ellen Hui Harun Wahab Loo Yee Pheng While all five finalists truly excelled, one photo stood out from the rest for its outstanding vision and execution. A huge congratulations to Harun Wahab for taking the title of Best Photo! Thank you to everyone who participated and submitted their work. Stay tuned for more exciting photography outings! Winner -Harun Wahab Selected Photos Albert Low Edwin Ng Ellen Hui Loo Yee Pheng A big thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s challenges. Your dedication and creativity continue to inspire the club.