A Naive Blue Weekend in Shenzhen: Captured with Ricoh GR II

Introduction

The vibrant energy of Shenzhen was palpable on this sunny weekend. After days of persistent rain, the sky had finally cleared, revealing a brilliant blue canvas adorned with fluffy white clouds. It was the perfect day to explore, and my trusty Ricoh GR II was ready to capture every moment.

Our adventure began with a delightful lunch at Longfu restaurant. The aroma of delicious food filled the air, and laughter echoed through the bustling space. After satisfying our appetites with various "Food, Tableware, Ingredient" dishes and a refreshing "Tableware, Food, Juice", we ventured out.

The "Public space, Pedestrian, Leisure" areas were alive with activity. We strolled past people enjoying the "Shade" under towering "pole, Engineering" structures, their forms creating intriguing patterns against the bright sky. A "Cat, Felidae, Carnivores" lounged lazily, observing the passing "Pedestrian, Leisure, Crowd". The city's blend of "Public space, Pedestrian, Mixed-use" spaces showcased its dynamic character.

We admired the sleek "Headquarters" buildings, their "Glass, Shade, Daylighting" facades reflecting the clear "Daytime, Triangle" sky. Even mundane elements like a discarded "Paper Product, Paper, Post-it Note" told a story of daily life. The lively "Metropolitan area, Commercial building" presented a tapestry of modern life. We even spotted some intriguing "Advertising" amidst the "Shade, Mixed-use" urban landscape. As the day progressed, the "Public space, Leisure, pole" offered respite and a place for "Recreation". The GR II effortlessly captured the essence of each scene, from the quiet moments of "Leisure, Shade" to the vibrant energy of the city.

Gears & Settings

Gears & Settings

Figures

Camera

Ricoh GR II

Lens

GR Lens 18.3mm F2.8

Creative Style

Positive Film

Date

10 August 2025

Location

Shenzhen, Guangdong

Photos

Leisure, Shade.#: 1 | SS: 1/4000s | ISO: 400 | F: 5.6 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Cat, Felidae, Carnivores.#: 2 | SS: 1/350s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Cat, Felidae, Felinae.#: 3 | SS: 1/125s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Public space, Pedestrian, Leisure.#: 4 | SS: 1/1500s | ISO: 400 | F: 5.6 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Daytime, Triangle, Headquarters.#: 5 | SS: 1/2500s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Public space, Leisure, Shade.#: 6 | SS: 1/3200s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Shade, pole, Engineering.#: 7 | SS: 1/2000s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Glass, Shade, Daylighting.#: 8 | SS: 1/500s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Paper Product, Paper, Post-it Note.#: 9 | SS: 1/3200s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Public space, Leisure, pole.#: 10 | SS: 1/3200s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Public space, Pedestrian, Mixed-use.#: 11 | SS: 1/2500s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Headquarters.#: 12 | SS: 1/2500s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Pedestrian, Leisure, Crowd.#: 13 | SS: 1/4000s | ISO: 400 | F: 8.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Shade, Mixed-use, Advertising.#: 14 | SS: 1/1500s | ISO: 400 | F: 4.0 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Food, Tableware, Ingredient.#: 15 | SS: 1/250s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Food, Tableware, Salad.#: 16 | SS: 1/125s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Food, Tableware, Ingredient.#: 17 | SS: 1/200s | ISO: 400 | F: 2.8 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Tableware, Food, Juice.#: 18 | SS: 1/160s | ISO: 400 | F: 3.2 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Public space, Pedestrian, Leisure.#: 19 | SS: 1/4000s | ISO: 400 | F: 5.6 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

Metropolitan area, Commercial building.#: 20 | SS: 1/2000s | ISO: 400 | F: 5.6 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

pole, Shade, Recreation.#: 21 | SS: 1/2000s | ISO: 400 | F: 5.6 | +/-: 0.0 | FL35: 28mm

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