David Tiong: Photography, writing and apps
Collection · 5 photographs
Laneway Art
The Melbourne laneways are always changing. Work gets painted over, stuck on, added to. Venturing down them reveals the creativity and expression. Large murals, stencil art, paste-ups and tags. Some big enough to fill a doorway, others small and thoughtfully placed where you'd only find them if you were looking.
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Rocky Coastlines
The Kiama region on the New South Wales South Coast features some of the most striking rocky coastlines in Australia. From the dramatic cliffs of Blowhole Point to the geometric basalt columns of Bombo Headland Quarry, these photographs capture the raw beauty and rugged character of this remarkable coastline.
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Collection · 5 photographs
Beach Scenes II
The Barrington Coast in New South Wales offers breathtaking coastal scenery, from pristine sandy beaches to dramatic rocky outcrops. These photographs capture the vibrant blues of the sky and water, showcasing the natural beauty of this stunning coastline.
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Apps and tools I make
Client ManagerA privacy-first, offline client manager for freelancers, tradespeople and small businesses on Mac. Track jobs, create invoices and quotes, and manage follow-ups. Your records save on your computer, with no account required.
Budget PlannerBring your accounts, income, bills and everyday spending into one plan. See when payments land, what you have left over, and what a loan or a big purchase would do to your budget. Your data stays on your computer, with no account and no bank login.
Gift KeeperA privacy-first, offline gift planner for Mac. Remember birthdays, collect gift ideas, plan budgets and keep a history of what you gave and received. Your plans save on your computer, with no account required.
Blog
Recent writing
- A Help Centre for My Mac AppsA look at the new Tiong Creative help centre, with short guides, app screenshots, and answers to common questions about my Mac apps.
- 7 Steps to Build Your First App With AI, Even If You Don't Know How to CodeLearn how to vibe code your first local Mac app with Claude Code or Codex: setup, a working prototype, and simple checks before you trust it.
- Why I Build Local-First Apps, and Why I Launched a MembershipWhy Tiong Creative apps keep your data on your Mac, and how the new membership fits alongside one-time purchases.