Ocean by Cristian Palmer

Hi there, I'm Jingrong

Welcome to my corner! I'm based in Dogpatch, San Francisco. I'm fascinated by moments that expand my perspective. It might come from a place that makes me realize how much I have yet to discover, or a book that quietly reshapes the way I think. Those moments remind me that the world is always richer and more surprising than I imagined.

This website is where I make sense of those moments: through books I've read, films I've loved, reflections I've written, and stories from my diving journey.

Dive Deeper
Jingrong Chen

A Little More

By day, I work as a data scientist at Discord, building products that help people connect. Over the years, I've had the chance to work across entertainment, gaming, and live streaming. Outside of work, I spend a lot of my time scuba diving or working towards my next certification. I love planning dive trips, learning new skills, and exploring different underwater landscapes: from coral reefs to historic shipwrecks. I also enjoy illustrating food on my iPad, and occasionally lose myself in a Nintendo game for a few weeks. („• ֊ •„)

On My Mind

I believe writing is the best way to close the gaps in my thinking. Whenever an experience or question stays with me longer than expected, I usually find myself writing about it.

I've been keeping a journal since 2022, documenting everything from dive trips and books to films, games, and unexpected lessons from everyday life. Some entries remain private, while others eventually find their way here. This is a collection of some of those reflections.

Procreate Art

I started to learn Procreate in 2020 as a pandemic hobby and quickly fell into the process of experimenting: different illustration styles, brushes, blending techniques, and color palettes. Over time, I found myself drawn to watercolor textures and food-themed illustrations. I also have a Pinterest board that collects some early exploration work in different art styles.

Film Shots

I picked up my FUJI X-M5 on a trip to Tokyo in 2025. This is a visual diary of moments from Singapore and Japan, chasing color palettes and quiet scenes.