This is a tale about an indelible Christmas Eve in the capital city of a predominantly Islamic nation.
TIAA #50: “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”
The Night We Fell Under the Spell of the Moon
TIA's enchanting images of the moon are the only remaining evidence of a once engrossed interest in outer space intersecting with professional photography.
Keep a Keen Photographic Eye for Overcast & Stormy Skies
Why are people adverse to capturing images when the weather is not ideal or agreeable? This is the precise time to engage in photography!
Meet Me at the Muddy Confluence
Where the River Gombak meets the River Klang -- that’s where you’ll find Kuala Lumpur (KL), which is Malay for, literally, “Muddy Confluence”. As an enthusiast of etymology -- especially regarding the names of our world's cities -- I find the meaning of “Kuala Lumpur" to be one of the most fascinating. KL is a... Continue Reading →
A (Somewhat) Comedic Conflict of Cultures above Kuala Lumpur
The Magnificent Metropolis of Kuala Lumpur! Kuala Lumpur. Christmas Eve. Horrendously hot. Morosely muggy. Extremely engrossing and exciting. During my time in KL*, I remember carrying a handkerchief in my pocket to serve two purposes: either to wipe the sweat from my brow, or defog my eyeglasses given all the moisture in the air. In... Continue Reading →
Feature Photographer Interview: Richard Heersmink
Richard Heersmink Greetings everyone! After a long hiatus, TIA International Photography is excited to recommence the Feature Photographer interview series with Richard Heersmink, a remarkable photographer currently based in my favorite city for photography -- Sydney, Australia! Before we get into the heart of interview, I always enjoy the opportunity to say a few words about the... Continue Reading →
