Southeast Asia

The images from Vietnam highlight the diversity of environments across the country—from river deltas and farmland to dense cities and fishing towns—and the varied ways people adapt to them. It also reflects the determination and innovation of Vietnamese communities, especially in the context of tourism and economic change. Whether in traditional trades or urban modernity, there’s a resilience carried forward over generations.

Laos holds on to a traditional way of living. The Mekong River, which flows through six countries in Asia, remains central to life and industry. The Hmong people, the largest ethnic minority group in Laos, maintain a distinct culture. Even in larger towns like Luang Prabang, indigenous ways persist. I spent two days trekking through remote areas and passing local villages. The photos reflect how geography shapes daily life.

Bangkok, Thailand is a city of juxtapositions: lavish palaces beside rusted rooftops and tangled wires; commercial tourism alongside the spirituality of devout monks. The city unfolds like a visual patchwork: part curated, part unpredictable.