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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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