Asia Travel Photography

Photography Tours in Asia 2027 and 2028

Join a Photography Tour Beyond the Ordinary Looking for a photography tour in Asia that goes beyond the usual sightseeing itinerary? Our 2027 and 2028 photography tours are designed for photographers who want to experience Asia through their...

Cambodia Photography Workshop 2026: Through the People We Meet

After three fantastic Cambodia photography workshops in 2025 and early 2026, with five photographers joining us in August, five in November and three in February, we were excited to start another year of travelling through Cambodia with our...

Light vs Moment in Photography

Silence in the Tian Shan Mountains (A reflection in Light vs Moment in Photography) This morning, I stepped away from my camera for a moment and sat with a tea high in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, in the heart of the Tian Shan. No framing. No...

Kyrgyzstan Photography Workshop: We do it differently

There are places that impress you immediately. Kyrgyzstan is one of them. Within hours of leaving Bishkek, the city fades behind you and the landscape begins to unfold. Vast green valleys stretch towards snow-capped mountains. Horses roam freely...

A Prison Reinforced My Approach to Cropping in Photography

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....

Will AI Replace Photographers? Why Travel Photography Is Different

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...

The Soul of Travel Photography

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...

Beyond Angkor: Why Travelers Fall in Love With Cambodia

When people think of Cambodia, one image usually rises above all others: the majestic temples of Angkor. And yes—Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm are extraordinary wonders of Khmer architecture that belong on every bucket list. They attract millions...

Photographing the Last Nomads of Kyrgyzstan

Why This Is a Photo Adventure — Not a Holiday There are two kinds of travel photographers. The first kind likes infinity pools, rooftop cocktails, and asking the hotel receptionist if the avocado toast is organic. The second kind willingly spends...

Uzbekistan Photography Workshop: Beyond Staged Photography and Into Real Life Along the Silk Road

There are photography tours where everything is prepared in advance for the camera. The smiling old man sitting perfectly in the light.The artisan repeating the same gesture ten times a day for different groups.The “authentic portrait” recreated...

My Camera Bag in Ladakh: A Photographer’s adventure

May 19, 2024

Ah, the life of a globe-trotting photographer! Régis just got back from two whirlwind photo trips to Uzbekistan, and now it's my turn to lead a merry band of camera-wielding enthusiasts on a two-week escapade through the stunning landscapes of...

Capturing the Essence of Kupkari in Uzbekistan

May 15, 2024

When you sign up for a photography workshop in Uzbekistan, you're not signing up for a touristy experience… You're diving headfirst into a cultural adventure that goes beyond just taking pictures. Our team has been putting together an itinerary...

Refine Your Mood in the Darkroom – Adobe Lightroom –

May 1, 2024

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:...

A Recap of the 2024 Uzbekistan Photography Workshop

Apr 27, 2024

The 2024 Uzbekistan Photography Workshop has come to a close, and what an incredible journey it has been! This year, we were fortunate to have Tess, Jurgen, Caroline, Michel and Wolfgang as our clients. Tess and Jurgen were returning customers from...

Exciting Updates from Angkor Travel Photography!

Mar 24, 2024

Hello fellow travel enthusiasts, I hope this email finds you well and ready for some exciting news from our sister company, Angkor Travel Photography! As we near the end of the high season in Cambodia, we can't help but reflect on the rollercoaster...