One day in Taipei

.me(ドットミー)で撮影 台北

I saw one of Masa's work on instagram while scrolling all the way back in 2023 and automatically saved the post and followed him. I kept checking his broadcast channel regarding photoshoots, in case I ever have the chance to go to Japan.

Luckily, I've been wanting to do a special shoot that's different from the ones I usually do, and I saw that he was coming to Taiwan. Before thinking much, I quickly booked with him.

I used to live in the US all my life until about 9 years ago. I remember I've always loved visiting Taipei during every summer and winter vacation because I get to see my grandma and other relatives. Also I've always enjoyed asian culture, so I had a lot of fun as a kid and teen when I came back.

Moving to Taipei, I'm happy I got to spend time with my family and right now, I'm glad I met so many wonderful friends. I spent my entire 20s to start of my 30s here, so I went through many experiences that I believe contributed to who I am today. Aside from that, everything is super convenient and I'm finally able to fulfill my dream of having my own dog. It feels like my home at last.

I really enjoyed meeting and shooting with Masa! Even though I didn't have a theme in mind and prepared last minute, he was so helpful and fun. The shoot was like meeting a new friend and also breaking a bit out of my comfort zone.
I'm like the type of person who follows directions, always looking at the map, afraid to stray off the path, but he showed me that sometimes it's nice to just go places without a plan and from that you discover many surprising wonderful things.

He also chose many shooting spots that I didn't expect, and all of them turned out really lovely. Masa really has a great eye for photography and aesthetics, I'm happy that I chose to have him shoot and taking me around the streets I've never been to.