Simple, yet interesting — this open air launderette is great for raw, gritty and edgy portraits.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (10mm)
Model
External Flash
How to get there
N22° 17' 10.2696"E114° 08' 09.1212"
This portrait was taken at the open air Laundry House. It’s hidden in a small alley connecting Queen’s Road West and Des Voeux Rd W. I stood in the alley near the washing machines for this composition.
By MTR Station:
- The closest MTR station: HKU (Island Line)
- Take Exit "B1"
- Turn left on Queen's Road West
Address:
Laundry House, 425Z Queen's Road West, Shek Tong Tsui, Rear Portion, Hong Kong
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Sunrise, Morning, Late afternoon, Midnight+
Come photograph at the Laundry House any month of the year.
It’s open 24/7. The busiest hours are around lunch time (12pm-2pm) and after office hours (5pm-8pm) so avoid those times for a more relaxing environment.
Field tips
If you photograph for too long or look like you’re disturbing others, the attendant may ask what you’re up to. Be mindful.
Get creative with your model! The dimly lit environment makes for great raw and edgy images.
Since the environment is dimly lit consider using flash support.
Current weather
Shek Tong Tsui
Rain, Partially cloudy
67o
F
Thu
70o
66o
Fri
72o
67o
Sat
72o
66o
Sun
66o
64o
Mon
69o
64o
Blue Hour
22:34
67o
Rain, Partially cloudy
Sunrise
22:58
67o
Rain, Partially cloudy
Golden Hour
09:11
67o
Rain, Partially cloudy
Sunset
09:44
67o
Rain, Partially cloudy
Do nearby
There are lots of great restaurants and shopping in the area to discover!