Petra Jaya State Mosque was built in 1990 and extended a few years later. It supplements the old mosque at old part of Kuching near Brooke Dockyard. The mosque is constructed of precast concrete arches with a timber framed dome clad by the blue pattern roof as shown in the photo. (To see enlarged photo, Click right mouse over the photo above).
This opening pattern looks like the Chinese word for meaning 'spring' and I find it fitting to take a shot through the light. The effect comes out quite mysterious, and most people will not be able to recognize the place, without very deep searching and collection of the mind.
It happens to be a night with moonlight. I received a call from Kuching friend to go out for photography around 9pm, but as I was in Sibu, I decided to shoot the moon in Sibu backdrop, and along my way to town, dropped by Premier Hotel to shoot its night facade from the side view.
A drive during sunset hours, along the Rajang River. This part of town is the old wharf, used to be the only place for express boats to load and unload passengers, also as go-down for goods. In old days, it is one of the busiest spot in Sibu, in fact, one of the livelihood of Sibu business. Travelers from rural villages come and go through this area, as the only means to get around Rajang Basin area is by river. The Rajang is the longest river in Malaysia.
On the other bank of Igan River, shipbuilding yards spring up. The water and tide has advantage to the berth and launch of boats through conventional slipways. As the sun lowers, the shipyard workers return home by taking ferry boats to this side of the river. Igan River is part of tributary to Rajang River, and it is part of Sibu west. Mostly Chinese villagers carry out farming and agriculture activities along the west of Sibu.
What do you think, Ms J as a fashion model? 2007 hairstyle ready to attend a grand function with a good evening gown? This is Ms J at the local village stream on one early morning, refreshing herself after one tired day and night. The eyes are telling something but how do you guess what it is?
A young beautiful girl looking like an angel, deeply engrossed in her moment, in front of 40th anniversary of St Jude parish catholic church at a local kampung village. She is joining thousands of local christians to celebrate the event. (Outdoor night portrait with built-in flash f5.6, 1/60s, ISO100, 95mm.)
This is part view of Lundu bazaar. There is Gading National Park just minutes from here, and Siar/Pandan beaches at 4/5km away. A great place for holidays and weekends.
Sample a taste of Lundu and seaside beaches. This is low tide and idyllic view of Pandan beach.
One of my favorite spot of Pandan beach. The lush green, then sandy beach, blue/green water and far end is the covered hill forming the bay protection.
A gate at one of the sea side resorts. Overnight stay is more relaxed and seafood is plentiful and cheap.
A good sunny day, get yourself ready for a swim or walk along the beach. Or just simply gaze into the horizon.
Mangrove tree stems exposed during low tide. These plants protect the coastline and helps growth of marine life.
Sunset over the lakeside. Today's sunset is mostly covered up by thick clouds.
Depending on orientation, some houses will let sunset lights shine through living rooms.
Pond reflection. Still water can give good photography at early mornings or late evenings.
Bangalow unit at lake side. Good view, open space and lower density.
Another side of the lake, with carparking spaces provided.
Another bangalow unit, single storey type. The footpath passes just outside its fence. Kids cycling around.
View of trees to one side of lake. Full shades around the lake will add to attract users.
Still reflection of single storey bangalow house. Not many such houses coming up yet.
Some plants around the area, but not well groomed ot kept. You do not see good landscape.
A walk around the lake will provide good stretch of physical exercise each day.
Bangalo house facing the lakeside. Empty house, no occupants yet.
Patient mother helping son with fishing gear. A place to pass weekend afternoon time.
Father and son, dressed similarly and out to the jetty for leisure walk to watch people fishing and view sunset.
Whole family at the waterfront to relax and leisure walk, all dressed smart and colorful cheer. How many generations seen here?
Greetings and social contact while shopping for things in the afternoon, small town folks. Islamic Cafe closed for holidays but chinese shop next door is in business as usual.
Go shopping by bicyble, social contact and all things done in village style. A town of harmonic ethnic mix. Convenience store open for Muslims to browse.
When you reach Pandan Beach, this is your first left side view. Nice blue sky and water. Cool breeze and sunny sky. Weekends and holidays are normally crowded with visitors. This is at low tide.
Swim or just get wet by dipping into the clear sea water, play with sand or just pick shells, you can relax and spend time on the beach. One of Sarawak's best beaches.
Boats facing towards the sea (could be owners staying on board)? Therefore you can only shoot from the rear end. It was sundown and the light shines across the sea.
On the road to Lundu, this shot is at 40 minutes out of its capital Kuching. Very comfortable drive away from city to the coastal west.
Welcome to bay of Pandan Beach, looking out to South China Sea. A popular place for local tourists to swim, picnic and spend a night with family or friends.
A well balanced Ying and Yang, 2+2 cluster. The handsome guy J met the pretty girl S at workplace and church, as fate matched this cell formation. J and myself first met in Sibu around 1993/4?
Junior likes the beach sand and sea, the salt water, the sun. Astronaut or Prime Minister of the future Malaysia? Or Olympic champion, Nobel Prize winner?
Shy sister keeps munching goodies even when facing camera shooting. First born is always the gem. She likes to be the 'boss' even on holidays.
'I am nice, polite and courteous. I hope to grow up like Daddy, he is my idol.' Junior seems to hint at you with his typical signature smile.
Family time for breakaway weekend, sea beach is the best. 'I like it Pandan beach' is J's favourite punchline. You are not the only one saying that!
HappYness is ..... mother S and Junior. Mother and Son. We are the world.
Handsome husband and beautiful wife. Life at its best for the family.
Junior is not camera shy, the face has 3-D layers to provide close-up details.
Feeling hungry after a swim and under the sun. One last pose before going off for lunch soon. Another hour drive back to Kuching.
Sister still shy and aloof. The stare is her very quiet trademark. (published with permission from Mr J)
Do you have a colorful life like rainbow? So cherish your life to its fullest while it lasts.
A few stripes of rainbow colors between green leaves.The Chinese has a legend about rainbow as a bridge for the boy and girl to meet and sit.
Do you call this rainbow? This moment appears only f or a very short time, the dark clouds hide the sun but its rays shine through a broken patch here to give some colors.
The lake water sppears green, and gives good reflections, but the water is not suitable for fish.
The sky beginning to turn dark and light is a bit low. The dark clouds give a background to the green water and natural earth tone of foreground. The trees are not really wonderful but they act as separation between water and sky.
The green foreground of the lake is still a good theme, while the buildings(not really fantastic design) now separate the water and dark clouds. But it can be nice to stay here in ths environment.
If you invert view, then you will see the trees upright and it can be a virtual photo. Taken off reflections on the water. The motorcycle rider brings back reality, he cannot live upside down.
Not a promotion flyer for a car, but it was parked just at the edge of road and the lucky number plate may strike lucky! The dark clouds are becoming more interesting to shoot this view.
There is no sunlight but the sky is bring here at this view. No dark clouds. The lake is not still to give good reflections but the color is used to contrast the foreground. A good place for Dude to walk in evenings.
Really nice to walk or cycle here, no? The sun is hiding behind the clouds and no chance to view sunset. But it is refreshing to be in this environment for a trekk or just relax.
