Love with Coffee: Life is 2 Short & Coffee is 2 Shots

In the bustling, vibrant streets of Macau, a brief respite was found within the cozy confines of a charming local cafe. Time, ever fleeting, felt even more so, underscoring the sentiment that life truly is too short – an idea perfectly mirrored by the necessity of a robust double shot of espresso to fully savor the moment. This impromptu break became an opportunity not just for caffeine, but for artistic capture. Armed with the compact yet powerful Lumix GM1 camera, paired with the crisp and bright Lumix 20mm F1.7 prime lens, the ambiance and energy of the cafe were transformed into a series of photographic vignettes. Each image sought to encapsulate the essence of that brief interlude: the rich aroma of coffee, the gentle clatter of cups, the conversations of patrons, and the play of light filtering through the cafe windows, all framed within the unique perspective offered by the prime lens. These photographs, born from a simple moment, now stand as a visual testament to the beauty and vibrancy of everyday life in Macau, as seen through the lens of a solitary traveler seeking both caffeine and inspiration.

Gears & Settings	Figures
Camera	Lumix GM1
Lens	Lumix 20mm F1.7 II
Style	Expressive
Date	May 2025
Location	Macau

Photos

Brown, Paper, Wood stain.SS: 1/100s | ISO: 200 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Furniture, Interior design, Chair.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 320 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Tableware, Alcoholic drink, Liquor.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 250 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Machine, Electronics, Electrical cable.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 1000 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Tableware, Coffee cup, Drinkware.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 400 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Wood, Furniture, Interior design.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 320 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Lighting, Light fixture, Light Bulb.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 320 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Interior design, Restaurant, Glass.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 250 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Wall, Concrete, Brick.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 200 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Shelf, Bookcase, Shelving.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 800 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Furniture, Drinkware, Table.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 320 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Electronic device, Loudspeaker, Studio monitor.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 800 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Barware, Drinkware, Bottle.SS: 1/60s | ISO: 320 | F: 1.7 | +/-: -0.3

Daytime, Wall, Town.SS: 1/500s | ISO: 200 | F: 4.5 | +/-: -0.3

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