ALVIN C.K. LAM "Unspoken Stories, Unsung Heroes": The Birdcage Maker
Chan Lok-Choi first learned how to make birdcages at age 12, and went on to open his own shop in the '70s when the popularity of bird-keeping in Hong Kong was at its peak. But then consumer habits shifted and the custom of taking pet birds for a stroll be
ALVIN C.K. LAM "Unspoken Stories, Unsung Heroes": The Dai Pai Dong
"The Dai Pai Dong" —a fiery piece capturing the energy, heat, synergy, and spirit of Hong Kong's most authentic (and disappearing) culinary experience.
It's noisy, grimy, and delicious: The dai pai pong is the quintessential Hong Kong culinary experien
ALVIN C.K. LAM "Unspoken Stories, Unsung Heroes": The Ice Cream Grandpa
I still fondly remember it was back in late-2020 at my very first street-side popup when I first heard the story of the “Ice Cream Grandpa”. 4 years later, I’m thrilled to finally bring this remarkably inspiring story to life. For nearly 70 years, no matt
ALVIN C.K. LAM "Unspoken Stories, Unsung Heroes": The Signboard Calligrapher
Handcrafted signs once dominated Hong Kong's entire visual landscape, and at the forefront of keeping that dying tradition alive is calligrapher Au Yeung Cheong. The work of Au Yeung, distinguished by his use of Zan Script, still adorns shopfronts and bus
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Illustrated Guide
An illustrated compilation featuring the quintessential classics of Hong Kong-style dim sum, enriched with detailed descriptions and their Cantonese pronunciations. The original artwork is hand-painted in watercolor.
A must have for all dim sum lovers,
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Illustrated Guide (FRAMED)
An illustrated compilation featuring the quintessential classics of Hong Kong-style dim sum, enriched with detailed descriptions and their Cantonese pronunciations. The original artwork is hand-painted in watercolor.
A must have for all dim sum lovers,
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Series: Char Siu Bao
Dim sums are meant for sharing, and so are these precious cards. The original illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor. Just like at yum cha, choose your favorite dim sums!
Postcard Dimension: 102 mm x 152 mm
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Series: Cheong Fun
Dim sums are meant for sharing, and so are these precious cards. The original illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor. Just like at yum cha, choose your favorite dim sums!
Postcard Dimension: 102 mm x 152 mm
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Series: Glutinous Rice
Dim sums are meant for sharing, and so are these precious cards. The original illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor. Just like at yum cha, choose your favorite dim sums!
Postcard Dimension: 102 mm x 152 mm
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Series: Har Gow
Dim sums are meant for sharing, and so are these precious cards. The original illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor. Just like at yum cha, choose your favorite dim sums!
Postcard Dimension: 102 mm x 152 mm
ALVIN C.K. LAM Dim Sum Series: Siu Mai
Dim sums are meant for sharing, and so are these precious cards. The original illustrations are hand-painted in watercolor. Just like at yum cha, choose your favorite dim sums!
Postcard Dimension: 102 mm x 152 mm
ALVIN C.K. LAM Story in the View
Centered around Shing Wong Street, a hilly century-old neighborhood built on granite steps just a stone's throw away from downtown, ”Tales of a Ladder Street” is a mini series that captures the timelessness and the whimsical spirit of a vibrant, living co
ALVIN C.K. LAM Story in the View (FRAMED)
Centered around Shing Wong Street, a hilly century-old neighborhood built on granite steps just a stone's throw away from downtown, ”Tales of a Ladder Street” is a mini series that captures the timelessness and the whimsical spirit of a vibrant, living co
ALVIN C.K. LAM Sunday Morning
Centered along the age-old hilly neighborhood of Shing Wong Street, Sheung Wan, ”Tales of a Ladder Street” is a mini series that captures the timelessness and the whimsical spirit of a vibrant, living community. At the heart of the series is a 1950s era w
ALVIN C.K. LAM Sunday Morning (FRAMED)
Centered along the age-old hilly neighborhood of Shing Wong Street, Sheung Wan, ”Tales of a Ladder Street” is a mini series that captures the timelessness and the whimsical spirit of a vibrant, living community. At the heart of the series is a 1950s era w
ALVIN C.K. LAM Xmas Card: Santa's Hot Pot Night
“That’s hottttt!” It’s Christmas Eve, Santa’s busy doing his rounds with presents all over Hong Kong, but, with a heavily grumbling belly, he just cannot resist the tantalizing smell of spicy hot pot wafting out from a window …next thing he knows, Santa f
ALVIN C.K. LAM Xmas Card: Santa's Mahjong Night
“Pooooong!!” 碰！It’s Christmas Eve, Santa’s busy doing his rounds with presents all over Hong Kong, but then he got distracted by the clack of shuffling mahjong tiles… and ended up crashing in on one of the most epic mahjong nights. Inspired by true events