Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

In the Heart of Bamban: A Glimpse into the Lives and Traditions of the Aeta Mag-antsi Tribe

Our team journeyed to Sitio Batson, Bamban, Tarlac, to meet two families from the Aeta Mag-antsi tribe, one of the many Indigenous ethnolinguistic groups in the Philippines. This visit is part of our long-term project to document the cultural, spiritual, and social legacy of Native Filipino communities through photography and storytelling.

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Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

A Journey Begins: JJ at Three Years Old

Photography, at its core, is the art of preserving time—of capturing the fleeting moments that define who we are, even as we change. Today marks the beginning of a deeply personal and meaningful journey: the first image in my long-term photography project documenting the growth and development of six children over the course of their childhood and adolescence.

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Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

Life in Parañaque City, Philippines: A Street Photography Journey

Life in Parañaque City, Philippines: A Street Photography Journey

Captured through my Sony A1 paired with a Sigma 85mm f1.4, these black-and-white images reflect the raw, unfiltered essence of Parañaque, Metro Manila. Each photograph tells a story, offering glimpses into everyday life and the pulse of the city.

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Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

Capturing Tokyo’s Subway Culture Through the Lens of a Sony A1 and 50mm f/1.2

The Tokyo subway system is one of the busiest and most complex transportation networks in the world. Navigating through it offers a unique window into the culture and daily rhythms of life in Japan. Using a Sony A1 paired with the Sony 50mm f/1.2 lens, I aimed to capture not only the crowdedness and efficiency but also the quiet human moments that make this system so remarkable.

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Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

A Glimpse Through History: American Influence in Post-War Japan

Intriguing street scene in Hiroshima, Japan. Two pedestrians walk by a retro-themed café called "Sam's Café," a venue that blends American cultural motifs into its aesthetic. However, upon closer inspection, a troubling detail stands out: a Confederate flag prominently displayed on a weathered wooden sign above the café's entrance.

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Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C. Quan L. Smith, Photography L. L. C.

Capturing the Essence of Singapore Through Street Photography

Using my Sony A1 paired with the versatile Sigma 24-70mm lens, I embarked on a journey through the vibrant streets of Singapore. This city-state, known for its stunning blend of modern architecture and cultural richness, provided the perfect canvas for my passion for street photography. Here's a glimpse into the stories I captured through my lens.

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