Stories in Motion

The purpose of this project was to capture compelling images for a platform dedicated to showcasing local dancers and their stories. Through dance photography—a style I had been inspired to try after seeing the works of dance photographer Omar Robles—I sought to highlight the beauty of dance and its profound role in the lives of the dancers.

This ongoing project began in 2017 in Kuching, Sarawak, as part of Stories in Motion, a platform founded by Chloe Ling. The platform has since evolved to produce a TV series, Stories in Motion Sarawak, on TVS.

A key challenge was learning dance-specific terminology to better communicate and collaborate with the dancers I photographed.

This project revealed a thriving dance community in Kuching, filled with incredibly talented individuals whose artistry adds vibrancy to the local cultural scene.