Creative Sparks presents: A collection of photographs focusing on farewells
- Welcome to Young Post’s creative writing page, where we feature student work revolving around a selected theme and format
There are many different ways to depict departure and farewells. Photo: Getty Images
Last month, we asked for photos centred around the theme of leaving and received more than 30 submissions. Thank you to everyone who sent us a photo and shared the story behind it – we appreciate the love and effort put into each one.
Take a moment to browse through the six photos we’ve selected for this page – we hope they encourage reflections on those moments or people that are parting ways from our lives, whether it’s bad memories, a toxic relationship, unhealthy habits, or a pursuit no longer aligned with our path.
Angelina Hui Kin-yuet, SKH Lam Kau Mow Secondary School
While sunsets may seem constant, the truth is, with each passing sunset, the people and things that fade away are never quite the same. Might today’s sunset uplift your spirits and pave the way for better days ahead?
Foo Kai-shing, Tseung Kwan O Government Secondary School
Departure is commonly perceived as negative, yet it can also fuel positive change, such as breaking harmful habits. This picture shows my journey from playing computer games to prioritising my studies and goals.
Anson Lai Long-hei, Sha Tin Tsung Tsin Secondary School
A man emerges from darkness toward brightness, his back to us, his destination unknown.
Sunny Li Yuxuan, Queen Elizabeth School Old Students’ Association Secondary School
I took this photo as I was leaving my hometown of Shaanxi.
Jamin Ng Tze-ming, King’s College
Memories resemble the setting sun, gradually fading into a gentle blur over time. Despite our attempts to grasp them, they inevitably slip away. Let’s treasure the present, even as things depart beyond our control.
Candy Wong Sin-ping, Liu Po Shan Memorial College
Departure is near, leaving behind a love so dear. A bittersweet embrace, a tearful farewell. Under the starry night, I bid you goodbye, feeling a pain too deep to comprehend. A smile masks the ache within, concealing the toll it takes on my soul.