Shau Kei Wan sits at the southeastern edge of Hong Kong Island—slightly out of the way, which is exactly why it stays so quiet, with stretches of beautiful, uncrowded shoreline.

From Shau Kei Wan, you can take the No. 9 double-decker bus and wind your way along a twisting mountain road to reach Shek O Beach. Perhaps because it isn’t the most convenient to get to, the number of people always feels just right—not crowded. You can stroll at your own pace, and take your time to look around.

When heading out on a longer trip, I’d usually bring a camera. But even a mirrorless can feel like a bit of a burden. This time, I brought nothing at all—just my phone. It also felt like the perfect chance to properly try out the NOMO app.

This app by FLYPIG has been with me for years. It’s not just about applying filters; it simulates the entire experience of a “camera + film,” even down to the interface design.

Different “cameras” produce completely different results depending on the scene. This time, I stuck entirely to its simulated 135Ti camera (which seems to emulate C200 film) for shooting.

Traveling lighter—bringing less—actually matters a lot, especially in hot weather. No heavy bags, no overthinking.

That’s where phone photography shines. You just take it out, tap once, and the moment is captured. No preparation, no hesitation—this is what street photography really feels like.

Roadside shops, slow-moving streets, cars resting in the shade, and those small, easily overlooked corners. Nothing extraordinary, yet just right. The beach is the same—some lie down, some chat, some simply drift in thought.

Places like Shek O are perfect for this kind of unhurried wandering and casual shooting—no need to overthink composition.

📷: iphone 11 + nomo app 135ti