Night photography has always been an essential part of my journey as a street photographer. Although I enjoy photographing at any time of the day, the city after dark is where I feel most connected to the places I photograph. It’s not just a preference. It has become part of the way I see and photograph the world.

When I first started shooting street photography, most of my photographs were taken at night. At the time, it wasn’t really a creative decision. I was working full time, so by the time I finished work, the sun had already gone down. Night was simply the only time I had to photograph. Looking back now, I realise those evenings shaped the way I see the streets more than I could have imagined.

Growing up in Hong Kong also played a huge role. Hong Kong is a city that comes alive after sunset. The neon lights, busy streets, reflections after the rain, and the atmosphere created by thousands of people moving through the city left a lasting impression on me. Like many photographers, I was deeply influenced by cinema. Films taught me to appreciate light, shadow, colour and mood. Naturally, I became fascinated by photographing cities at night because they carried the same atmosphere that had inspired me for so many years.

As my photography has evolved, that fascination has never disappeared. Even though I no longer chase obvious cinematic moments, I still believe cities reveal a different personality after dark. Ordinary streets become more mysterious, and familiar places feel new again. The changing light creates opportunities that simply don’t exist during the day.