A childhood hobby turned into a long-term calling to showcase the history of photography and Leica cameras for Douglas So, founder of the F11 Foto Museum.
In the world of photography enthusiasts, Leica cameras are often regarded as one of the best in capturing memorable images that will transcend time. And for those who wish to delve into the history of the German brand and the pivotal role it played in popularising photography, look no further than the F11 Foto Museum in Hong Kong.
As he grew increasingly serious about his hobby, he noticed that many of his favourite professional photographers at that time, including Henri Cartier-Bresson, Elliot Erwitt and Marc Riboud, were all Leica users, which piqued his interest in the brand.Hong Kong-based entrepreneur and DJ Kevin Poon is a serious collector of art, sneakers and watches
“If you want to be a successful collector, I believe you need to be very patient. You cannot hope that you can get everything all at once, even though you may have the resources,” he said.An entrepreneur who collects and restores classic Porsche sports cars in the Philippines For another glimpse at a central piece of history, photography buffs may also wish to look out for the exact camera that was seen on the work desk of the inventor of Leica, Oskar Barnack.
In 2017, So produced the Black Paint Leica book, with 11 other Leica camera collectors in Hong Kong.
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