The Stone Breaker Vang Don

I took the family to Vietnam in 2024. In the morning and late afternoon when the light was perfect, I’d head out with my camera to explore. I’m never happier than when I’m traveling with a camera in hand — wandering, watching, and catching the moments. The camera is license to talk to people and get under a country's skin. I used to do it a lot more, and these pictures remind me why I should do it a lot more now the kids are spreading their wings.

The Lady of Long Tam Valley I

The Lady of Long Tam Valley II

Flower Dryer, Hagiang,

The Thatcher of Meo Vac

The Road Worker of Dong Vang

The Cat Hai Ferryman

The Toyshop-Keepers Daughter, Hoi An

The Restaurant Owner's Son, Hoi An

The Shop Keeper of Hanoi Old Quarter

The War Veteran of the Meh Kong Delta

The Commuters of Hanoi

The 24/7 Shopkeeper, Hanoi

The Smoker, Bird Song Cafe

Vang, Our Guide

All Pictures from here on shot on Kodak Portra 400 Film.

Conductor, Dan Nang

Kids, Hoi An Train

Dreamer, Hoi An Train

Conductor, Hoi An Train

Kids, Hoi An Train