Beneath the Wheels of Time by Fong Lam

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10-Oct-2026	Fong Lam

Beneath the Wheels of Time

Three teens enjoy a buffet spread and lively conversation. Above them, an elaborate
brass gear decoration on the wall with large toothed wheels and smaller cogs,
reveal intricate layers of a clockwork. This cheerful dining moment brings together
friendship, flavour, and the restaurant’s distinctive character.

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carol j. phipps		22-Oct-2026 19:50
Such fascinating art and you created new are with the addition of the friends at mealtime. Pleasant passing of time. Vote

Dave Petersen Photography		22-Oct-2026 13:23
A wonderful sense of the moment in this nicely composed and expressive capture. The play of the lighting and shadows adds additional interest and yes, the food looks great. VV++

FrankB		21-Oct-2026 10:52
Wow. A working clock? Looks like a minute repeater! Great find. V

globalgadabout		21-Oct-2026 10:51
contrasts to delight and energise..the forward tick is palpable..

Alla Gilbourd		21-Oct-2026 10:50
A cool setting and a wonderful, vibrant capture! V

Bryan Murahashi		21-Oct-2026 02:26
Great candid moment with this magnificent mechanical timepiece.

Julie Oldfield		21-Oct-2026 02:19
Love the shadows! The industrial design is a fun addition to the lively atmosphere. V

Tom LeRoy		20-Oct-2026 12:30
Very interesting scene with the people enjoying a fine meal with friends and the unique wall clock. Also love the light and shadow. v

Ton, Ben & Rob Nagtegaal		20-Oct-2026 07:08
Beautiful candid shot, love the decoration on the wall. V

Carl Carbone		20-Oct-2026 01:27
An interesting clock. Nice capture of some friends enjoying lunch.

laine		20-Oct-2026 00:54
An interesting wall along with tasty table fare...very nicely composed. V

Dennis Hoyne		20-Oct-2026 00:04
They seem to be enjoying a fantastic meal, and I love that clockwork and shadows on the wall.

janescottcumming		19-Oct-2026 23:18
They are clearly enjoying themselves. The composition is so nicely balanced and those gears are fascinating to look at. V

Ronny		19-Oct-2026 21:41
Denise J T Lee has described the scene beautifully.

Ronny		19-Oct-2026 21:39
Tiktok, The three youngsters seem to be sitting there enjoying themselves, whatever the time may be. The treats on their plates are more than welcome to take wing and head over here. VVV

Fabienne		19-Oct-2026 21:17
C’est une superbe photo avec une composition et lumière remarquables.

vifut		19-Oct-2026 20:49
The size of the clock mechanics is amazing - beautiful light and shadows (V)

Nick Paoni		19-Oct-2026 19:34
Love what looks like an animated conversation and of course all those gears.

Pierre		19-Oct-2026 17:39
Comme toujours une formidable idée de placer le décor et les personnes dans cette situation de repas. V

Denise J T Lee		19-Oct-2026 16:29
This is not only a beautiful photo, it also delivers a very philosophical message. The three youngsters are blissfully unaware of the heavy, ticking weight of time hanging right above them, just enjoying their delicious dinner and conversation. They don't have to be aware of the cholesterol, fat or salt intake. It captures a pure state of innocence before the aging process of life sets in. After they finish their meal and leave, another even younger group may sit down there, or, an old couple in their 80s. This photo is a visual metaphor. The wheel hangs on the wall like destiny. We are all Beneath the Wheels of Time. ~VVVVV+++~

Nestor Derkach		19-Oct-2026 15:53
Very nice candid portrait of folks enjoying each other's company. Bet that internal of a clock works if you turn the large gear wheel. Vote

Marcia Rules		19-Oct-2026 15:00
Incongruous elements that merge to form a remarkable cultural piece, Fong ~VVV~

Apostolos Tikopoulos		19-Oct-2026 14:52
Beautiful interior decoration. V

Earl Misanchuk		19-Oct-2026 14:39
What a great clock/wall decoration! Great eye. What impresses me most, though, is that the young people don't have their phones in their hands. Just eating with friends, and talking to one another! So civilized. V

francoisconstantin		19-Oct-2026 13:40
Like the light and shadows on this beautiful composition. V

Helen Betts		19-Oct-2026 13:32
Super shot of not only the group enjoying a meal together, but also of that fascinating clockwork on the wall. V.

Alain Boussac		19-Oct-2026 12:42
Fantastic, Fong! Dare I say, as a bad joke, that there are teeth everywhere: those of the clockwork mechanism and... of humans eating dinner? Great matching colors too! V.

marie-jose wolff		19-Oct-2026 10:28
A clock mechanism makes for a truly original wall decoration for a restaurant. The smiling group at the table seems to be enjoying the food just as much as the decor! V

Zoltán Balogh		19-Oct-2026 07:40
Such a serene scene - and you composed it so wonderfully, Fong. V

wailee6		19-Oct-2026 07:00
Love the shadows from both the clock and diners. V.

joseantonio		19-Oct-2026 06:36
interesting decoration for that restaurant.V

jtocaciu		19-Oct-2026 06:11
An excellent generous dinner scene picture. Image helped by the lovely teens gathering, tempting dishes and the brass gears artful decoration. VVVVV+++

Dan Opdal		19-Oct-2026 05:47
Beautiful scene and I really like the shadows. Stunning! V