The ledgendary Steve McCurry and Son during Steve’s photography workshop in Hanoi in March 2024, hosted by Momentlives.
Son Trieu (also known as Mike) obtained his BA in Tourism Management in 2006 in Hanoi, the same year that he had his first DSLR. Back then, the DSLR was a pure hobby as Son wanted to document the people, culture and landscape of Vietnam for his Tourim work. The hobby soon escalated and got him addicted so soon that he started his travels around the region, and made way to America, Europe, Africa, as well as countries in Asia for his photography.
In 2010, Son began working on establishing Momentlives – a tour operator specializing in photography tours in all regions of Vietnam. Momentlives was granted a full licence in 2011, marking the birth of the first official tour company in Vietnam focusing on professional photography tours.
With a tourism base, Son has his perfect connections with the local people in Vietnam, from North, Center to South. “Photography isn’t just about taking a beautiful shot, it’s also about telling stories. And stories can only be told based on understanding the people, the cultures and appreciation of the landscape“, said Son. All photography tours organized by Momentlives are the result of years of experience in seasons, climates, cultures and extreme skill of logistics. Every single “dot” on the map has been traveled to and shot many times by Son before he puts in on the Momentlives tours.
Through photography, Son shares his ultimate passion in capturing all aspects of Vietnam to his guests. His dream is simple “I want to bring Vietnam’s images to the world“. And in turn, the past extra decade has granted him oppotunities to learn from some of the world’s best photographers, including the legendary Steve McCurry, whose March 2024 photography workshop in Hanoi was fully hosted by Son and his Momentlives team.
Join Momentlives, as you’re about to photograph Vietnam on a uniquely designed photo tour!
Our regional photography partners
Momentlives is based in Hanoi and our photography experiences are:
1. Photography tours in and around Hanoi, as well as northern Vietnam
2. Photography tours in Vietnam (North – Center or North – Center – South) on fixed departures (as stated in our “Scheduled photo tours” on the head menu)
Through years of work, we do establish our close connection with business partners who are the best in their area. It’s our privilege to introduce:
Center Vietnam: If you’re in Hoi An, or central Vietnam, and looking for professional photo tours, we highly recommend Hoi An Photo Tours & Workshops. Etienne – the founder – is a talented and passionate photographers who has great understanding of Central Vietnam’s people, culture as well as “the hidden spots” to take you to.
South Vietnam: Wanting to photograph Saigon and the Saigonese in their real living neighborhoods, thus capturing the essence of the city? Join Adrien from Saigon Photography Tours on enchanting journeys into the backstreet of Saigon where you can fill up your frame with lights, colors and stories.
Siem Reap, Cambodia: Look nowhere further but Angkor Travel Photography. Experienced photographer Regis and his dedicated team will be giving you the unique photography experience in the beautiful kingdom of Cambodia
Momentlives is based in Hanoi and our photography experiences are:
1. Photography tours in and around Hanoi, as well as northern Vietnam
2. Photography tours in Vietnam (North - Center or North - Center - South) on fixed departures (as stated in our Schedules photo tours)
Through years of work, we do establish our close connection with business partners who are the best in their area. It's our privilege to introduce:
Center Vietnam:
If you're in Hoi An, or central Vietnam, and looking for professional photo tours, I highly recommend Etienne Bossot or Hoi An Photo Tours & Workshops. Etienne is a talented and passionate photographers who has great understanding of Central Vietnam's people, culture as well as "the hidden spots" to take you to.
Siem Reap, Cambodia:
Look nowhere further but Angkor Travel Photography. Experienced photographer Regis and his team will be giving you the unique photography experience in the beautiful kingdom of Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia: Look nowhere further but 
