Through the lenses of 15 photographers, discover 45 real-life stories of kindness, resilience and human connection. Explore how community projects supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club touch lives, bring people together and create positive impact across Hong Kong.
About the exhibition
15 photographers, 45 real-life stories
“We All Shine On” photo exhibition showcases the enduring impact we have created with our partners.
Through 45 real-life stories, captured through the lenses of 15 photographers, this exhibition traces those pathways of illumination, shining a light on the unsung heroes whose dedication and compassion are woven into the fabric of Hong Kong’s caring and inclusive community.
Meet the photographers
Fifteen photographers from diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to discover 45 real-life stories of kindness, resilience and human connection across Hong Kong.
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• anothermountainman • Chan Dick • Jaze Chan • Cheung Kinwai • Hazel Chiu |
• Chow Yun-fat • Pater Ho • Joyce Kwan • Lam Hiu-man • Lo Yuk-ying |
• Lean Lui • Man Lim-chung • Tsai King-yan • Tse Kwan-ho • Simon Yam Tat-wah |
| Photographers listed in alphabetical order by surname. | ||
| Event information | Details |
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| Date |
13 – 29 November 2026 |
| Time |
13 November (6:00pm – 8:00pm) |
| Venue | Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun (10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong) |
| Fee (HK$) | Free admission |
| Docent tour |
Starting from 14 November 2026, 3 sessions per day: |
| Remark |
Highlights from the exhibition will be featured in roving exhibitions in the first quarter of 2027. Stay tuned for more details. |
Beyond the frame
Beyond photography, the exhibition features a curated programme of multimedia installations, interactive experiences, fireside chat and photo walk. Through the voices of story participants, photographers and community partners, visitors can discover the people, communities and creative journeys behind the images, and explore stories that extend beyond the frame.
- Multimedia installations — Hear the real stories and voices of the people behind the photographs.
- Interactive experiences — Discover more stories and perspectives beyond what is captured in the photographs.
- Fireside chat — Hear directly from photographers and programme participants as they share their experiences and perspectives.
- Photo walk — Follow participating photographers into the community and explore the art of visual storytelling.
Photo walk
Extend your exhibition experience through guided photo walk led by participating photographers. Hear them share their creative journeys and the real-life stories behind the images, while discovering fresh perspectives on communities, human connection and the deeper meaning captured through photography. No professional camera is required. Simply bring your smartphone and join us in capturing the light, stories and character of the city through your own lens.
Light searching: A photo walk through the city we share
Led by Chan Dick, acclaimed photographer and creator of the award-winning Chai Wan Fire Station series, this guided photo walk invites participants to explore the city through a photographer's eye, discovering how light, composition and observation can transform everyday moments into compelling visual stories.
| Date | 14 November 2026 (Saturday) |
| Time | 3:00pm – 5:00pm |
| Route | Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun, and area around Tai Kwun, Central and Sheung Wan |
| Guide photographer | Chan Dick (Fine art photographer & Visual artist) |
| Registration | Click here |
In our own light: A creative tool for self-discovery
In Our Own Light invites young people to explore photography as a form of self-expression and creative discovery. Guided by photographer Lean Lui, an internationally recognised artist-photographer and winner of the 2026 Belfast Photo Festival, participants will take turns directing, photographing, and appearing in one another’s images. Through staging, collaboration, and play, they will shape how they wish to be seen and help one another shine.
| Date | 21 November 2026 (Saturday) |
| Time | 3:00pm – 5:00pm |
| Route | Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun, and area around Tai Kwun, Central and Sheung Wan |
| Guide photographer | Lean Lui (Award-winning fine art & Portrait photographer) |
| Registration | Click here |
Shared spaces, shared light: Illuminating heritage through the lens
Led by Lam Hiu-man, founder of Hong Kong Reminiscence, a platform dedicated to documenting Hong Kong’s cultural heritage, this photo walk invites participants to explore the city through the lens of heritage photography. Through guided observation and hands-on practice, participants will learn how to uncover the historical, cultural and human stories embedded within the urban landscape, and discover how photography can document change and preserve collective memory.
| Date | 28 November 2026 (Saturday) |
| Time | 11:00am – 1:00pm |
| Route | Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun, and area around Tai Kwun, Central and Sheung Wan |
| Guide photographer | Lam Hiu-man (Hong Kong Heritage Documentarian) |
| Registration | Click here |
Fireside chat
Engage with photographers and the people behind the stories as they share their personal experiences, creative journeys, and reflections inspired by the real-life stories featured in the exhibition.
Threads of connection: The ties that sustain us
Featuring Chan Dick, acclaimed photographer and creator of the award-winning Chai Wan Fire Station series, and Tse Kwan-ho, acclaimed stage and screen actor who brings a storyteller's perspective to photography. This fireside chat brings together the artists and frontline practitioners to share stories behind the images from JC PROJECT LIFT and the Jockey Club Carer Space Project. Through reflections on trust, observation and human connection, the conversation explores how photography can illuminate and preserve the relationships, care and resilience that shape lives and strengthen communities.
| Date | 15 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Time | 3:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Location |
Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun (10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong) |
| Speakers |
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| Moderator | Kity Choi (Radio and TV programme host) |
| Registration | Click here |
Shining beyond limits: Empowering youth, nurturing futures
Through the lens of photographer Joyce Kwan, whose work has been exhibited in Hong Kong and Paris and featured in i-D and PhotoVogue, alongside insights from the frontline practitioners, this conversation explores how mentors, foster families, educators and community partners help young people build confidence, realise their potential and shape their futures. Together, they reflect on how photography can reveal the often-unseen support systems behind every young person's journey.
| Date | 22 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Time | 3:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Location |
Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun (10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong) |
| Speakers |
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| Moderator | Brian Cheng (21C@JC InnoTeen Power Council Member) |
| Registration | Click here |
Silver light: Ageing with grace and dignity
Renowned portrait photographers Lo Yuk-ying, co-founder of the Hong Kong Film Awards, and Man Lim-chung, award-winning production designer, filmmaker and curator, join frontline practitioners to share stories that challenge common perceptions of ageing. Through images and lived experiences, the conversation highlights how older adults continue to thrive through friendship, creativity, learning and community participation, while exploring how photography can reveal the dignity, resilience and potential that flourish in later life.
| Date | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Time | 3:00pm – 4:00pm |
| Location |
Duplex Studio, Tai Kwun (10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong) |
| Speakers |
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| Moderator | Queenie Man (Founder & CEO, The Project Futurus; Appointed Member, Elderly Commission) |
| Registration | Click here |
Every story shines on
As you explore these compelling images and stories, you will not only encounter moments of resilience, compassion and hope, but also rediscover the transformative power of human connection. Every act of care and every shared journey shines as a beacon of light, illuminating lives and revealing the boundless possibilities that emerge when people come together.
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