A Journey in Moments: Photography by Daniel Ng

Visit Portland Japanese Garden this summer to see an exhibition of stunning photography by one of our members! The sights and scenes one encounters while traveling, though fleeting, can nevertheless leave an impression that resonate throughout the course of a life. For its inaugural Garden Gallery exhibition, Portland Japanese Garden is thrilled to present A Journey in Moments: The Photography of Daniel Ng, on display from May 28 through August 10. Ng is a Photographer Member whose work was selected through a Call for Photography issued in early 2026. Travelogue-inspired and vibrant in color and composition, Ng’s work was taken over the course of a 2024 trip to Japan as well as during visits to the Garden during Photographer Hours. Ng’s photography invites contemplation of the subtle beauty encountered in the everyday, and the impact of thoughtful exchange across cultures. From the serene lines of Japanese temple architecture and the gentle clouds of sakura blossoms in a clear sky, to the natural patterns of street traffic in bustling Tokyo, Ng captures scenes across a spectrum of peace and excitement familiar to visitors to Japan, inviting the viewer to dream of returning again and again. Included with garden admission.