Springtime Japan Gallery

Posted by Sean Liew on May 2, 2012 in gallery, travel | 0 comments

The Torri gates of Fushimi Inari, Kyoto.

Japan has always fascinated me since I was a kid, a country with its endless technological wonders and rich cultural heritage. I’d hear wonderful anecdotes from friends and acquaintances who’d visited the country and worked there (legally or otherwise) and dream of visiting this land of Godzilla and Ultraman someday.

Quick impressions of the Nikon D800

Posted by Sean Liew on Apr 9, 2012 in Impressions | 0 comments

When Yeinnee asked if I’m free today to ‘break the champaign’ on her new Nikon D800 and put it through the paces, I couldn’t resist. After all the anticipation and waiting, the D800 has finally arrived on our shore with the unbelievably awesome (or otherwise, depends on how you look at it) 36 megapixel capability, among other bells and whistles.

With the exception of a few small different button placements, the overall function buttons remain the same like the D300 that I currently use, so are the grip and heft. And while it drizzled a little bit earlier tonight, I was reminded that this machine is splash proof and was given the A-OK to shoot a little bit under the weather. And though we do have an umbrella with us, the D800 did get a little wet over the course of the shoot.

Click through to read the complete impression.

Summer Time in Mongolia – A Photography Journey

Posted by Sean Liew on Mar 12, 2012 in Events, phototrip, travel, trip | 0 comments

Join me as we travel to Mongolia again, this time in the summer explore the lush green sceneries across the raw Mongolian landscape. In this 12-day trip we will experience the uniqueness of Mongolian culture and heritage, from staying in the ger, tasting Mongolian delicacies to horse riding. This is the one special trip you wouldn’t want to miss. Click here to view photos from my last Mongolia trip, here and here too.

Trip Fee:

RM6800 (Early bird promotion – pay booking fee of 50% by March 31, 2012)

RM7000 (For registration starting April 1, 2012)

This trip will also include:

• My guidance and advise on all things photography related to this trip, to ensure you get great imageries while learning about photography on this trip. Photo review sessions and critique when timing and situation are suitable.
• We will be doing long exposures at night in several locations to capture star trails under the crystal clear night skies of Mongolia. There will also be light painting sessions on this trip.
• A tour guide/translator travelling along with the group, providing great insight and information to each of the location we visit for a richer travel experience.

Download registration form here.

Fees include:

Return flight KUL-ULN on Air China.

All accommodation and transport and personal travel insurance.

Fees does not include:

Tips for guides/drivers, meals and extra activities not covered in the itinerary.

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Charming Rajasthan – February 2012 Phototrip. Registration opens now.

Posted by Sean Liew on Dec 9, 2011 in announcement, Events, phototrip | 0 comments

CHARMING RAJASTHAN: Full itinerary

Inclusive: accommodations, meals and transportation as mentioned, entrance fees as mentioned , mineral water, tour guide and driver fees, elephant ride at Amber fort (prevailing condition), travel insurance

Exclusive: camera/ video fees if any/ any personal expenses such as table drinks/laundry/phone call/internet and etc or which is not mentioned in itinerary, any changes in itinerary due to unexpected event.

RM5300 (Early bird – register on or before 15th December 2011)
RM5450 (After December 15, 2011)
Get a further RM50 discount by using the voucher on my Mongolia – From Sand To Snow 2012 calendar.

To register, email sean@seanliew.com or call 012 331 3332 for registration form and instructions.

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Mongolia – From Sand To Snow 2012 Desktop Calendar sale begins

Posted by Sean Liew on Oct 30, 2011 in announcement | 0 comments

Calendar Cover

For more images of this calendar, please visit the Facebook album.

PRICE:
RM25 per piece (COD – Can be arranged)

By Post:
Peninsular Malaysia:
RM30 per piece (RM25 + RM5 postage)
Buy 2 for RM50 and get postage for FREE!

Sarawak & Sabah:
RM35 per piece (RM25 + RM10 postage)
Buy 2 for RM50 and get postage for FREE!

HOW TO BUY:
1. Deposit or transfer amount to:
Public Bank Berhad
312 0996 019 (Pixel Agent Studio)

Maybank
1140 6719 6235 (Hiew Yuen Thai)

Am Bank
076-001-005168-6 (Lee Yoke Foong)

2. Email payment slip/screen capture to sean@seanliew.com with the following:
FULL NAME
SHIPPING ADDRESS
CONTACT NUMBER
(The above details can be different from your own, for example if you’re purchasing as a gift to a friend)

For orders of bigger quantity please email me at sean@seanliew.com for special rate.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
Please contact me for quantity and shipping charges. Paypal accepted.

POSTAGE:
Within Malaysia: by Pos Laju in padded envelope.

SPECIFICATIONS:
210mm width X 150mm height
Eco-friendly paper material:
Exel Bulky Satin
- Green Label
- Chlorine Free
- 51% recycled content
- European, Eco management & Audit scheme (EMAS) ISO 14001- Environmental management standard

FEATURES:
- 18 images of autumn Mongolia in full page view
- 13 months calendar (including January 2013)
- Malaysian Public and School Holidays indicators
- EXIF info and thoughts behind the creation of the image
- Moon phase indicators (so you’ll know when’s the best time to do light painting :)
- RM200 worth of discount vouchers

For more images of this calendar, please visit the Facebook album.

Ben’s portraits

Posted by Sean Liew on Aug 16, 2011 in Assignments | 0 comments

Portrait for BenG

Completed a series of portraits for a good friend and part-time DJ over the weekend. The setup was simple, with a few speedlights and a blank wall as a background. For details on the setup, visit the Facebook album here.

Been awhile

Posted by Sean Liew on Aug 1, 2011 in Assignments, gallery, light painting | 0 comments

I’m back, with a mission :) Here’s a sneak peek at a light painting pre-wedding project I’m working on with Yi Khai and Pauline for their wedding in the coming November. They came down to KL for a 2 nights’ stay with the sole purpose of getting some light painting shots done and that we did accomplished. Although it wasn’t without it’s fair share of blood (mosquitos!) and sweat. In the end, when the pixels light up at the back of the camera LCD after a few attempts on a long exposure, we all agreed it was time well spent. More from the series will be posted when the wedding day is near (November) but for now, you’ll have to take this piece of eye candy first :)

A Sneak Preview of a Light Painted Wedding

A Simple Guide to Shooting Thaipusam

Posted by Sean Liew on Jan 14, 2011 in Howto, tips | 0 comments

Note: This is a re-post of my Note on Facebook page.

A Simple Guide to Shooting Thaipusam

Although Thaipusam is celebrated by the Hindus, people of all walks of life and culture takes part in the celebration too.

Once again Thaipusam is upon us and like the hundreds of photographers that will be having fun at Batu Caves, I’ll be making my way there for a casual outing. I’ll be joined by a few good friends, and anyone else who’s keen are more than welcome to tag along. Knowing that some of you out there have not tried shooting Thaipusam, I’m writing this note to point out some tips and tricks on making the best out of shooting this festive day. I can only write so much based on my previous few years experience of going to Batu Caves myself, but I do hope all you wise photographers out there chip in with your thoughts on making this a useful guide for beginners dipping their proverbial toes into the water for the first time. There are several other locations in Malaysia where you can shoot Thaipusam, like Ipoh and Penang although this guide covers Batu Caves (Kuala Lumpur) site specifically but most of the tips here can be applied the same.

Kuala Selangor – Sekinchan 1 Day Photo Excursion

Posted by Sean Liew on Jan 10, 2011 in Events, trip | 0 comments

Kuala Selangor-Sekinchan Photo Excursion

Incredible India Photo Excursion (March 2011)

Posted by Sean Liew on Dec 31, 2010 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

This is a one-of-a-kind tour you will not want to miss, as you learn tips and techniques on how best to capture great travel photography, from majestic mountain views to heart-warming smiles of the locals. For 11 exciting days we will explore and capture this relatively unexplored region of north east India, with its lush valleys, pristine rivers and waterfalls and friendly people. Be one of the first to return with unique imagery largely unseen by the rest of the world. Click through for more information on this photo tour.