by Regis | Jun 21, 2026 | Being a photographer, Régis
A Memory I Didn’t Expect to Come Back First Some photography assignments stay with you because of the images.Others stay with you because you are still slightly surprised you made it back outside. Photographing inside a prison was one of those. This assignment was for...
by Regis | Jun 7, 2026 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Régis
Why Authentic Experience Will Matter More Than Ever In recent conversations, I often hear the same question: “Are you not afraid of AI replacing photography?” It’s a fair question. At first glance, AI already appears capable of producing images that rival photography...
by Regis | May 31, 2026 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Long Photo Workshops, Régis
Travel Photography Ethics: Staged Images, Workshop Culture, and the Crisis of Authenticity First, I would like to thank Justin Mott for helping reopen an important and necessary discussion about honesty in travel photography. I would also like to acknowledge Etienne...
by Regis | Feb 8, 2026 | Being a photographer, Long Photo Workshops, Régis
Every photographer remembers that question. “Which lens should I buy?” This article exists thanks to Judy, who asked me exactly that. I have to apologize, Judy—I took far too long to finally write this article, but here it is! It’s a question I hear all the...
by Regis | Dec 21, 2025 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Cambodia Photography Tour, Long Photo Workshops
Travel photography is not only about beautiful places and dramatic light.At its most powerful, it is about telling human stories with meaning. On our travel photography workshops, we don’t focus on “only” collecting images. We teach photographers how to build visual...
by Regis | Sep 21, 2025 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Long Photo Workshops, Updates, Vietnam Photography Tour
In today’s travel photography world, it’s easy to fall into the trap of staged setups: smoke machines, hired models, and perfectly composed scenes. But what happens to authenticity when every photo is carefully orchestrated? Real travel photography isn’t about...
by Regis | Jun 8, 2025 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Cambodia Photography Tour, Long Photo Workshops
You’re standing before a stunning subject – a monk in deep meditation, draped in vibrant orange robes, perfectly still in serene concentration. Jackpot, right? Just snap the photo and head to the café? Not so fast. Great photography isn’t just about your...
by Regis | May 1, 2024 | Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Régis, Uzbekistan Photography Tour
Our recent photography workshop in Uzbekistan has just concluded, and as I am about to embark on another journey along the Silk Road with my Canadian friends, I just find a moment to delve into a topic that has been on my mind for quite some time: the significance of...
by Regis | Mar 17, 2024 | Alessandro, Asia Travel Photography, Being a photographer, Long Photo Workshops, Régis
Ah, the age-old debate: what exactly is the difference between a tourist and a traveler? Is it all about the way they dress? The way they take photos? Or is there something deeper at play here? As a self-proclaimed expert in all things travel-related (I mean, I once...
by Regis | Jan 21, 2024 | Being a photographer, Régis
Ah, the festival of lights in Luang Prabang, Laos! As the full moon graced the sky, the town was aglow with candles everywhere. Lanterns of every conceivable shape and color adorned the temples and monasteries, turning the place into a photographer’s dream....
