I’m Wes, a photographer based in the stunning coastal region of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. While Ha Long Bay is my home, you’ll often find me exploring the rugged Ha Giang Loop, the misty mountains of northern Vietnam, or venturing further into other Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Indonesia and others. My work focuses on street photography, travel, and cultural documentation—genres that allow me to capture the unfiltered moments that define a place and its people. From the vibrant markets of Hanoi to the quiet villages nestled in limestone karsts, I’m drawn to the subtleties of daily life: a vendor’s focused gaze, the rhythm of footsteps on a rain-soaked street, the stillness of an early morning. Through my lens, I seek to uncover the stories that often go unnoticed.

My background spans video editing, concert photography, and portrait work, each experience shaping my approach to photography. I spent years honing my craft, learning to anticipate fleeting moments in the chaos of live music events and to draw out authenticity in studio portraits. But it was my long-held desire to live abroad that truly defined my path. Moving to Vietnam allowed me to immerse myself in a world that felt both foreign and profoundly human, pushing me to see beyond the surface and document what lies beneath.

I’m most at home behind the camera, finding clarity in the act of framing a shot. When I’m not photographing, I’m often adventuring around Vietnam’s diverse landscapes on two wheels—whether on a motorbike or a bicycle, it’s the best way for me to experience a place. The freedom of the open road, the hum of the engine or the steady pedaling, allows me to connect with my surroundings and opens my mind to deeper reflection. I find myself constantly unraveling the metaphors and lessons life reveals—whether in the resilience of a street vendor or the quiet patience of a fisherman at dawn. These insights shape how I see and capture the world around me.

This website is a space to share my journey and the images that emerge from it. My goal is to offer a perspective that invites you to pause and look closer, to find meaning in the everyday. If my work resonates with you, I’d welcome you to follow me on social media and sign up for my newsletter. There, I share more of my photography, reflections, and insights from a life spent chasing the unknown.