Travel Photography Lesson From A Muddy Fall On Aiea Loop in Hawaii

Hiking the Aiea Loop Trail on Oahu, Hawaii taught me more about travel photography than any perfect golden hour ever could. From muddy trails to shifting fog over H3, this story is a reminder that the best images often come from the unexpected moments along the way.

people photography, Travel photographyBelinda ShiNovember 17, 2025hiking, mountain, Hawaii, fog, rain, forest, tree, family travel, people, travelComment

Oahu Beyond Waikiki (part 2) - 7 Scenic Spots You Don't Want To Miss

Discover 7 scenic photo spots on O’ahu, perfect for travel photographers seeking soulful views, quiet moments, and meaningful images beyond the tourist trail.

Travel photographyBelinda ShiJune 5, 2025USA, Hawaii, beach, hiking, forest, garden, animalComment

Our First Ever Camping Trip

We took our first camping trip as a family to the Pacific coast in Washington, featuring our favorite photo spots of the Olympic National Park along the Pacific Ocean.

Travel photographyBelinda ShiAugust 12, 2024USA, rock, beach, ocean, hiking, Road Trip, Washington, sunset, forest, tree, lake, riverComment

Family Friendly Local Spots in Olympic Peninsula

A summary of our favorite family friendly spots in the Olympic Peninsula after 10-month stay as locals.

TravelBelinda ShiMay 28, 2021USA, Washington, children, forest, mountain, beach, hiking Comments

Olympic National Park And Our Favorites

Olympic National Park is a big reason we moved to Washington, in the middle of a pandemic. After 2-3 dozens of trips over the last 6 months, we have a good list of suggestions.