19 JUL | Expand Your Eyes (E.Y.E) - A guided photowalk by FD Walker

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19 JUL | Expand Your Eyes (E.Y.E) - A guided photowalk by FD Walker

Name: 19 JUL | Expand Your Eyes (E.Y.E) - A guided photowalk by FD Walker
Brand: Leica Official Store Malaysia
SKU: MWK042
Price: 150.0 MYR
Availability: InStock

RM150.00

SKU: MWK042

Date: Saturday, 19th July 2025
Time: 7.30 AM – 10.30 AM
Location: Petaling Street (Chinatown) & Dataran Merdeka Area
Duration: 3 hours

Start your day differently — through the eyes of a street photographer who’s walked and photographed over 100 cities around the world.

This guided photowalk with Forrest D. Walker takes you through the early rhythm of Kuala Lumpur, beginning in the layered streets of Chinatown and ending near the historical heart of the city at Dataran Merdeka.

Inspired by the E.Y.E. (Expand Your Eyes) approach, the walk is about seeing more, feeling more, and responding instinctively to your surroundings. Forrest will share how he reads a scene, frames moments without disrupting them, and finds subtle human stories in public spaces.

It’s not about perfection or gear. It’s about learning to trust your vision, move with intention, and capture moments that feel real. Whether you’re using a Leica, a film camera, or your phone, this photowalk invites you to slow down, be present,
and expand the way you see the city.

Photowalk Agenda

7:30 – 8:00 AM: Meet-up at LRT Pasar Seni (Street Level)

Assemble at the LRT Pasar Seni exit (street level, beside main stairs).
A short intro session with Forrest on how to approach morning light, movement, and candid moments.
Light group briefing, warm-up settings check, and coffee option nearby for early arrivals.

8:00 – 9:30 AM: Chinatown & Market Streets

Begin walk through Jalan Sultan, into Petaling Street and surrounding alleys.
Focus on early market activity, vendor setups, light cutting through narrow lanes, and layered textures.
Forrest shares live tips on framing, composition, and how to stay invisible in the scene.
Route includes tea shops, wet market corners, murals, and quieter side lanes off the main street.
Group encouraged to slow down, anticipate moments, and shoot with instinct.

9:30 – 10:00 AM: Walk Toward Dataran Merdeka

Gradual transition from Chinatown toward Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, Masjid Jamek, and Dataran Merdeka area.
More open streets, colonial facades, pedestrian crossings, and stronger light-play.
Forrest guides the group in observing contrast between old and new KL, space, and movement.

10:00 – 10:30 AM: Group Wind-Down at Subway Café (Near Dataran Merdeka)

End the walk near Dataran Merdeka and regroup at Subway café (air-conditioned space, seating available).
Casual group reflection and open Q&A.
Participants are invited to show a few images or share their experience.
Forrest offers feedback, tips for future walks, and final thoughts.

What to Expect?
Expand Your Eyes (E.Y.E.)
A morning photowalk with Forrest D. Walker

A guided walk through Chinatown’s vibrant morning energy and hidden corners
Real-time insights from Forrest on how he observes, moves, and frames candid scenes
A relaxed pace focused on presence, timing, and visual storytelling
Tips on working with light, layering, and capturing unposed human moments
Forrest’s approach to shooting without interfering — quietly and honestly
Opportunity to explore contrasts between narrow market lanes and open heritage streets
Final reflection stop for image sharing, casual feedback, and group discussion
Open to all levels, all camera systems — from Leica Q to mobile phones

Things to note:

All cameras are welcome. There will be a limited selection of Leica cameras and lenses available for attendees.
Minimum 4 pax to commence photo outing. In the event the class is cancelled, you will be refunded accordingly.
Maximum of 10 participants.
No cancellation or refund upon sign-up.

For more information about the photo outing, please contact marketing.lcm@leica-camera.com.

About the Instructor

Forrest D. Walker is an American street and documentary photographer from
Portland, Oregon, currently traveling the world full time. Known for his bold
use of color, unposed storytelling, and relentless curiosity, Forrest has spent
over five years walking through more than 100 major cities across 70
countries, averaging 20 kilometers a day to capture the raw, candid rhythm of
urban life.

His signature project, the 100 City Project (Big City, Small World), explores
the beauty of everyday human moments across global cities. From Manila to
Istanbul, Johannesburg to Buenos Aires, Forrest finds common threads in
vastly different places, revealing the soul of city life through honest, immersive photography.

Forrest’s work has been exhibited internationally and featured in publications and platforms such as Street Photographers Foundation and Inkef. He has been invited to speak at photography festivals, universities, and community events in more than 10 countries, sharing insights from his journey and visual philosophy.

A self-taught photographer, Forrest is driven by the belief that the best photography comes from walking, observing, and engaging without influence or interruption. His approach is rooted in presence, empathy, and patience, capturing stories as they unfold without staging or interference.

Through his work and workshops, Forrest encourages photographers to see beyond the obvious, to connect with the environment, and to find meaning in the in-between moments. Whether on the streets of New York or a hidden alley in Bangkok, his images reflect a deep love for exploration and a fearless commitment to the human story.

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19 JUL | Expand Your Eyes (E.Y.E) - A guided photowalk by FD Walker

RM150.00