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Photography Expedition (6D5N) to Bromo, Ijen & Madura

Contact Person: SKYimage Usov
Contact: 94515650
Date: 29th Aug to 3rd Sept
Cost: T.B.A
PACKAGE INCLUDES: Tour Bus, Rooms, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Permit, Entrance Fee, Jeep, Horse Riding, Food, Photography Tips, Drinking Water, Porter Service.
NOT INCLUDES: Travel Airfare, Travel Insurance, Personal Expenses, Airport Tax, Alcohol Drinks.

 


Note:

~ Itinerary is set in an environment of fresh air & greenary, hence members can expect to take a break from the hustle-bustle of city life.
~ Once the minimum numbers achieve, participants will be CONFIRM ONLY WHEN PAYMENT ARE RECEIVED, made thru Bank Transfer
~ Open only to 18yrs and above- And do check the expiry date of your passport.
~ This is an adventure (extreme/explore/exploit) photography trip
~ Be mentally prepared for lots of trekking
~ Physically fit to carry out personal chores & handling of photographic equipments
~ Food provide are very basic meals.
~ And do check the expiry date of your passport. Preparations
~ Wear light, breathable clothing.
~ Wear appropriate footwear that will support and protect your feet.
~ Wear a hat if much of the walk will be in the open.
~ Bring enough drinking water to last your walk. 1 litre per person per 3 hours is a good estimate.
~ Bring a small easy-to-digest snack to energise yourself.
~ Prepare raingear and plastic bags for electronic and other delicate items.
~ have a good night’s rest, drink plenty of water and have your regular meal.

 

PROPOSAL TRAVEL ITINERARY (Subjected to changes)

1st Day – 29 August 2013
a. Flight
b. Arrival at Juanda International Airport ( Surabaya )
c. Lunch at the nearest restaurant.
05:00pm > Expected arrival at Bromo, Check-In at Cemara Indah Hotel.
06:00pm > Rest at Cemara Indah Bromo
08:00pm > Dinner at Bromo.
10:00pm > Rest & Sleeping Time or Night Photography.

2nd Day 30 August 2013.
03:00 am > Morning Call.
03:30 am > Move by 4×4 Jeep for Sunrise at Penanjakan 01.
From here we can capture the view of Mount Bromo, Batok & Semeru.
06:00 am > Free activity at Penanjakan 01.
06:30 am > Move on to Pasir Berbisik or Savana ( Depends on time ).
09:30 am > Back to Hotel Cemara Indah for Breakfast, rest until lunch.
12:00 pm > Lunch around Bromo area.
04:00 pm > Human Interest around Bromo.
07:00 pm > Dinner around Bromo.
09:00 pm – Rest & Sleeping Time or Night Photography.

3rd Day 31 August 2013.
03:00 am > Morning Call.
03:30 am > Move by 4×4 Jeep to Mount Bromo.
03:45 am > Climb the Mount Bromo by Horse for Sunrise.
06:00 am > Climb the Kawah Bromo.
08:00 am > Move to Pura.
08:30 am > Back to Cemara Indah Hotel.
09:00 am > Breakfast at Hotel
11:00 am > Check Out from Hotel & move to Ijen.
12:00 pm > Lunch otw to Ijen.
06:00 pm > Expected arrival at Ijen.
07:00 pm > Check In at Ijen Homestay.
08:00 pm > Dinner at Homestay.
10:00 pm > Rest & Sleeping Time.

4th Day – 01 September 2013.
02:00am > Morning Call & Check-Out from Homestay.
02:30am > Climb the Ijen ( around 3 hours ) or Human Interest Photography at Factory.
**Those not doing the IJEN climb wld be setting off at 5am for Human Interest at the Sulphur factory and it surrounding.
06:00 am – 09:00am > at Kawah Ijen.
09:00am > Back to Ijen main entrance.
10:00am > Drive back to Surabaya.
12:00pm > Lunch OTW to Surabaya.
06:00pm > Sunset at Salt Farmer.
08:00pm > Dinner around Surabaya.
10:00pm > Check-In at hotel & Rest.

5th Day- 02 September 2013.
04:00 am > Early Morning – Sunrise at Kenjeran Beach.
07:00 am > Return back to hotel for Breakfast.
10:00 am > Depart to Madura Island for visiting.
12:00 pm > Lunch at Madura Island.
02:00 pm > Round the island.
04:00 pm > Sunset at Suramadu Bridge.
07:00 pm > Back to hotel & dinner at the nearest restaurant.
10:00 pm > Free & Easy

6th Day – 03 September 2013.
Free & Easy until Check Out from Hotel,
09:00 am depart to Juanda International Airport Surabaya.

 

Note:
1) SCHEDULE MAYBE CHANGE TIME TO TIME DEPENDS ON SITUATION AND DISCUSSION DURING ON ACTUAL PLACE.
2) TRAVEL FORM THE ONE PLACE TO ANOTHER PLACE SOMETIMES WILL TAKE 5-6 HOURS

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Co-op Hot Shots 2

17th May 2013, Singapore – SNCF is organising its 2nd Annual Photo Competition – Co-op Hot Shots 2 this year from the 17 June. There are two categories for this competition - Print and Online fun categories. This competition is targeted at photo-enthusiasts of all ages. Entry to this competition is Free-Of-Charge, with attractive cash prizes to be won.

For more details: Click Here.

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Explore the Hidden Thailand with Allan LEE

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ClubSNAP Adventures – Ipoh Wesak Day, Taiping, Cameron Highland – Walk with Sigma

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Full Itinerary
23rd May (THU) – Day 1 (Dinner)
Depart from Singapore 7am. Breakfast at JB, stop at NS highway for lunch, and arrive Ipoh by 3pm. Visit Kellie’s castle, an uncompleted project started >100yrs ago. In 1999, it was used as setting in the movie Anna and the King. Followed by a visit to the last tin dredge in Malaysia, TT5, which had surrendered its service in 1982. Dinner at Tanjung Tualang for its famous fresh water prawn. Over night at Paragoon Hotel or similar.

24th May (FRI) – Day 2 (Dinner)
Morning sunrise at Sri Botani garden. After breakfast, visit Tibetan Monastery at Tambun and photorgraphy the thangka rolling, ritual ceremony. After lunch, model shoot at Ipoh old town, Majestic Railway train station, street art painting, Perak Cave. Visit Lubuk Timah waterfall and enjoy natural hot spring. Night sunset shot at Kinta River. Hawker food for dinner.
Over night at Paragoon Hotel or similar.

25th May (SAT) – Day 3 (Dinner)
Early breakfast, drive to Sepetang to visit Malaysia only charcoal factory. Continue to roam around the fishing village to explore their activities and lifestyle. Malay style prawn mee for lunch. Continue to visit Taiping, a town rich with British heritage where British once used Taiping as state administrative Center until after the War. Photography at Lake Garden, and the WWII memorial park. Back to Ipoh for a rest. Relax at Hot spring pool at Tambun Lost World. Hawker food for dinner. Over night at Seemsoon Hotel or similar.

26th May (SUN) – Day 4 (Dinner)
Hike up to Kledang Morning sunrise, and head to Menglembu market for breakfast. Visit chinese clog home industries. Back to Ipoh, visit chinese traditional lion head making. Explore the prehistoric cave painting from the Neolithic era. Check out, lunch and drive up to Cameron highland. Visit farms and shopping, relax in cool weather. After steamboat dinner, visit the night market. Over night at Hotel Planters or similar.

27th May (MON) – Day 5
Sunrise shoot at tea garden. After breakfast, visit Boh Tea factory. Check out, on the way heading back to Singapore, stop for Iskander waterfall

Sigma sponsors
- 1 day model shooting
- 1 farewell dinner
- Variety of Sigma product for hands on try out, including the Merrill series

Packages Include
- 12 seater AC, WiFi tourist van for entire trip
- Pick up and return at Kranji MRT station
- 4 dinners
- 3 nights at comfortable hotel in Ipoh, 1 night in Cameron Highland
- Room is twin sharing basis
- All entrance ticket

Packages Exclude
- Visa to visit Malaysia if applicable
- Travel insurance
- Additional beverages not covered in the meals

Fitness and Photography Level
- Customized photography trip for beginner and intermediate
- Able to carry own equipment ; there is no porter service
- Some hiking are necessary for sunrise shot, not more than 20mins

Registration and Payment
- PM me for detail
- Full payment is required to sign up for the trip

Enquiries
+65 9727 7748

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Sigma Marketing Singapore Pte Ltd. is a subsidiary of Sigma Japan Corporation.

For more information, please visit http://www.sigma-global.com

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Curio-City with EOS Professional Allan Lee

Originally Posted at http://eosworld.canon.com.sg/site/event_details/27649

Singapore is a dynamic city brimming with unbridled energy, and a harmonious blend of attractions, culture, people and architecture. In collaboration with Shutter Journey Singapore, join our featured professional Allan Lee as he takes us on a walkabout in the city to re-discover scenes likely missed in the midst of our busy schedule. Follow your curiosity and uncover symmetrical shapes, patterns and unique sights along the city streets and buildings!

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File Photo by Wong Renhao.

Date:                    18 May 2013 (Sat)

Time:                    3.00pm – 6.00pm

Location:             Maxwell Food Market to City Hall

Fee:                       Free, limited to the first 30 EOS World members who RSVP

Please bring your Canon EOS camera and equipment.

Not an EOS World member? Click here to sign-up now for your chance to RSVP for this members-only event!

 

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Define Your Photographic Style – with Hilarion Goh

 

 

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SJS May & June 2013 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.
All May & June 2013 events will be duplicated here from our Facebook Page as an overview with all the event links
(to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.

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SJS/ BRPCC Joint Event – Marina Bay Finder in Mono.

Event Info:
SJS & BRPCC comes together to explore Marina Bay (Marina Barrage, Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Marina Bay Financial Centre, Clifford Pier, Fullerton Heritage, Merlion Park, Esplanade, Marina Square, Singapore Flyer to Marina FI Pits.)
We are going to cover Esplanade to Singapore Flyer Stretch for this round.
Yes, you read it right – Shoot ONLY in Monochrome (Black & White – No Sephia too.)

(Additional Notes)
Initially this event we intended to get URA involved since they are the governing authority for this stretch of Singapore – and since they “hang to sell”, we do it on our own just like our other events. We Suggest, but We never Beg.
Come & Re-discover our “metropolitan sea front” in mono and enjoy an afternoon walk with us.

Where: Marina Bay of Singapore.
Meet: Esplanade Taxi Stand
When: 05th May 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Shot)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera (DSLR, SLR, TLR, Compact, Mirrorless, Handphone, etc.
- Bring Poncho/ Umbrella/ Camera Rain Cover etc for those who will melt or fried.
(You have been warned – don’t say we never tell you ah)

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/574900785877314

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SJS Limited Series – FoodInMacro.

Event Info:
SJS brings back another round of Food shoot but with a little Twist this time.
All attendees are limited to using Macro lens only for this event. Instead of the usual
food presentation, this time we are going up close with textures, lines, patterns and colors
of the food that we want to shoot. See food like never before with a 10x Crop. J
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Come join us for a Fun Dinner complete with Food Photography too!

Where: Maxwell Hawker Centre
Meet: Maxwell Hawker Centre
When: 22nd May 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Shot & Shoot Commence)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera (DSLR, SLR, TLR, Compact, Mirrorless, Handphone, etc.

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/182652028551295/

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SJS (Re)visits The New Bishan Park.

Event Info:
SJS Returns to the Newly Renovated 62 hectares Bishan Park for a 2nd Round.
Expect excellent landscaping, new park furnitures, new water features and scenic pathways -  see it all (or shoot it all) at the new Bishan Park. This is a free for all shoot means you can do anything you like – be it landscape photo, macro, long exposure or anything you feel like doing as long as it is legal.
Come join us for a late Sunday afternoon walk through the blue hours!

Where: Bishan Park
Meet: Bishan Park Car Park (Path Leading to Asmara SPA)
When: 26th May 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 04.15pm (Briefing & Group Shot & Shoot Commence)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera (DSLR, SLR, TLR, Compact, Mirrorless, Handphone, etc.

Getting There
Services 132, 133, 136, 165, 166, 169 and 262 from Ang Mo Kio Bus Interchange.
Service 410 from Bishan MRT Station.

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/108276499373353/

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SJS MacroWalk – Night Macro at Marang Trail.

Event Info:
SJS Returns to Marang Trail for a Night MacroWalk this time.
Always missed by the public except for those who works around the area.
A pretty much hidden path that leads up to the peak of Mt. Faber from VivoCity.
This trail is home to many night insects and the occasional horned beatles which is
supposedly “breeding season”. This is also another known place for hunting down Tiger beatles and other night insects.
Come join us for a cool evening walk hunting down night crawlies at Marang Trail – the Forgotten Trail.

Where: Marang Trail
Meet: Seah Imm Food Centre
When: 05th Jun 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Shot & Shoot Commence)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera that can do macro. (Any regular set up for macro will do)
***** COMPULSORY: Bring a POWERFUL TORCH!

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/448581981877670/

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SJS – ToyArt by the Bay.

Event Info:
This Round, bring your Toys, we are going to find interesting angles and backgrounds to imposed our toy figurines, vehicles, etc at Gardens by the Bay.
(NOT NECESSARY TO ENTER CLOUD FOREST OR FLOWER DOME IF YOU DON’T WISH TO.)
Come join us for an interesting Sunday afternoon playing & shooting with Toys.
Yes – (I really meant) Toys.

**Additional Notes:
Initially planned as an event (Talk + Competition) for Gardens by the Bay but due to
logistics issues, we have decided to do it on our own – SJS Style without corporate support. We came together to shoot, and purely to shoot and share our techniques & pointers. Whether it’s “by the Bay” or “by anywhere”, we will have fun.

Where: ToyArt at Gardens by the Bay
Meet: Satay by the Bay
When: 16th Jun 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 04.00pm (Briefing & Group Shot & Shoot Commence)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera that you are comfortable with + Toy figurines or toy vehicles.

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/244887038991523/

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SJS – Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserves.

Event Info:
The favorite place for shooting birds (Birdings), shooting insects (Macro) & nature scenes (landscape) – and there is where SJS will be heading! Our past visits to Sungei Buloh had always harvested interesting shots of migratory birds, sea creatures during low tide and tons of colorful spiders & many more!
Come feed mosquitoes with us while sneaking up on birds on a Sunday afternoon!

Where: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserves
Meet: At the Café INSIDE after the Entrance.
When: 23rd Jun 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Shot & Shoot Commence)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Depending on what you want to do. Just pack your gears accordingly.
* Recommend to bring Poncho & weather cover for your gears.

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/340326562756644/

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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of May & June 2013.

We hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” or “Follow” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.
Or under the Friend Button, press “Get Notifications” + “Show in News Feeds”.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Click!

Allan Lee & Yu Ling
Mad Photographers.

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Bending the rules – that’s what Lensbaby is all about.

With a complete line of products designed to let you explore and reveal your own personal perspectives, Lensbaby lets you reframe possibilities and confound expectations.

So just what kind of creative freedom can Lenbaby give you? And what makes it so special?

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Join us at our Lensbaby workshop and understand more about this superbly unique lens for DSLR cameras, with the opportunity to try* them out for yourself! Tech Reviewer and Commercial Photographer Allan Lee, who had reviewed the new Lensbaby Spark when it was launched, will have all your questions answered.

Get ready to experience a whole new level of creative freedom with Lensbaby!

 


Above: Photo taken using the Lensbaby Spark

 

Event Details

Date: 20th April 2013, Saturday
Time: 4pm to 6.30pm
Meeting Place: Cathay Photo (Peninsula Plaza Outlet)

Limited to a maximum of 15 participants only. Registration is FREE.

Program

4pm Welcome by Allan Lee & Introduction to the Lensbaby family
4.30pm A Guided Walk with Lensbaby
(Cathay Photo > Istana Memorial Park > Esplanade > Boat Quay > Cathay Photo)
6pm Debrief and Critique, as well as Q&A
6.30pm Refreshment and Exclusive Lensbaby Sale


Above: Photo taken using the Lensbaby Spark

*Participants are encouraged to bring along their own cameras, but please note that Lensbaby demo units are only available in Canon & Nikon mounts during the workshop.

To register, Visit: http://www.cathayphoto.com.sg/events/registration

About Cathay Photo Store Pte Ltd
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Established in 1959, Cathay Photo since its very beginning has been driven by the objectives of providing the best photographic equipment, pricing and service to our customers. These objectives have ensured its continued growth from just two humble showcases occupying a quarter of a shop-front to its present five retail outlets, an administrative / distribution office and a warehouse.

 

It is constantly on the lookout for the latest gadgets and solutions to add to its line-up of over 60 internationally renowned brands, and recognizing the growing presence and popularity of HD video, due largely to the introduction of DSLR cameras with HD video capabilities, it made its foray into the Pro Video market, expanding its offering to products from brands such as Steadicam, Zacuto, Kessler Crane and Genus to name a few.

 

Having served the photography industry for over 50 years, and backed by its proud heritage, Cathay Photo is without doubt the preferred photographic retailer in Singapore today.

 

Visit  www.cathayphoto.com.sg for more details.

 

 

 

 

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Photography Seminar with National Geographic Photographer Joe Riis

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Join National Geographic photographer, Joe Riis at LaSalle College of Arts on 7 Apr 2013 and learn more about nature and wildlife photography! This seminar is exclusively for young and aspiring photographers from 13-25 years old.

Joe Riis is a wildlife photojournalist from South Dakota. A recipient of the Knight-Risser award, Joe’s work has been shaped by science and conservation, believing that photographs can connect our culture to critical issues threatening natural habitats and wildlife today. Since his first feature photographing the rarest bear in the world in Mongolia at the age of 26, he has won an Emmy in 2011 for his pronghorn cinematography on the National Geographic “Great Migrations” series.

Find out how he approaches photography as he shares his perspective from a trained biologist and core conservationist.

Date: 7 Apr 2013 (Sun)

Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Location: LaSalle College of Arts

Fee: Free, limited to the first 30 EOS World members (age 13-25 years old) who RSVP

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SJS March & April 2013 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.
All March & April 2013 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.
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SJS Visits Gardens By The Bay

Event Info:
SJS Visits Gardens by the Bay! A lot had been said about GBTB, thousands had been there and flooded Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, Twitter & even Youtube with close to a million photos and videos. Since the fever had died a little, it’s time SJS made a trip there. We will be exploring the public area and we will decide on that day if we will be paying to go inside the Cloud Forest & Flower Dome. Those who loves to shoot Flowers are in for a treat, likewise, the landscape person can get lots of interesting scenes to shoot.
After the shoot, most likely we will be having dinner together at “Satay by the Bay”

Come join us for a Sunday stroll through the Gardens by the Bay.

Where: Gardens by the Bay
Meet: Helix Bridge End (On MBS Side) – Not Sure Better Ask – Don’t Assume.
When: 03rd Mar 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Move out together)
Dinner Time: 06.30pm (Satay by the Bay)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera + Lenses + Things You Need.
Depending What You Want to Do.
(Landscape/ Macro/ Portraits, etc)
** Bring Drinking Water if you do not believe in buying overpriced Distilled Water.

RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/events/144136149082873/

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SJS Sentosa 2-in-1 Shoot

Event Info:
SJS brings back our “2-in-1” shoot again – this round to Sentosa.

Part One
We will be visiting the Butterfly Park to wake those sleepy Butterflies up and
to irritate these SLBs from their afternoon naps! Shooting butterflies had never been so easy than anywhere else in Singapore. These are what I called the Mutated Butter-that-Flies. These guys are happy by not flying a lot.

Part Two
After a short break, we are heading to Underwater World (Not the New Overpriced and Over-hyped SEA Aquarium or Oceanarium at RWS). This good old underwater aquarium still standing good and remained popular till today. It’s been ages since SJS last visited this place so we are making a return visit this round.

Remember to bring along a CPL/ Polarizer Filter as you will be shooting through glass and you are also reminded not to use flash while inside the “roundabout”, don’t shoot like those stoooopid tourists with flash whom will be likely to be reincarnated into sea creatures and to take the place of those that they FLASHED. Lolxxx.

Come join us for a fun Sunday afternoon disturbing butterflies and some big fishes.
We will try to make it back to Vivo City for Dinner, by Dinner time. *Subject to plan change depending on weather & how many got eaten by sharks.

Where: Sentosa Butterfly Park & Sentosa Underwater World
Meet: Vivo City Lobby L (Monorail Station). Please Have $$ in your Easi-Link Card.
When: 10th Mar 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Move out together)
Group Photo Will Be Arranged at Butterfly Park & Underwater World Respectively.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera + Lenses + Things You Need.
- Macro Gear Recommended at Butterfly Park.
- Polarizer Filter & wide aperture lens Recommended at Underwater World
** Bring Drinking Water if you do not believe in buying overpriced Distilled Water.
** Fish Crackers are not recommended.

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/352375848208780/

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SJS LIVE BAND (Limited Series Prime Lens Night -Low Light Practice)

Event Info:
SJS’s Signature Event is back! Limited Series – Prime Lens Night – Minus the Mono.  This time, we will be practising low light shooting without tripod and flash and we are shooting a live band in an enclosed studio with low lightings. The widest aperture lens + the steadiest hands will survive this shoot on top on higher (usable) ISOs. Minimum Recommended aperture for this shoot is F2.8 or Wider.

How to Register for this Event?
Email Name to media_world@live.com
Subject Header: LOW LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
So follow the steps above to register.
You will be notified if you had register successfully for the event.
First Come, First Served.

Where: LiveAMP Music Studio
(34 Craig Road, #B1-08 Chinatown Plaza, Singapore, 089673)
Meet: Chinatown Plaza.
When: 28th Mar 2013 (Thursday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Shot)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera + MINIMUM F2.8 Lenses.
- NO FLASH.
- NO VIDEO LIGHTS.
- NO TRIPOD.

EMAIL to Register: As Stated Above.
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SJS MacroWalk – Back to Venus Drive

Event Info:
SJS MacroWalk is returning to Venus Drive once again in the month of April.
Being the “Hottest” month for insects, this is breeding season for most species of
insects and this will be interesting to hunt down and spot various species of little creatures humping away. Porno as it is, welcome to the insect kingdom, no rules on sex.
only the fittest survives.

Come join us for a afternoon walk hunting down mating insects at Venus Drive.

Where: Venus Drive
Meet: The ONE & ONLY Public Car Park.
When: 07th Apr 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.45pm (Briefing & Group Shot)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera + Macro Lenses.
- Typical Macro Gear.
- Insect Repellent is a MUST as mozzies are also mating.

RSVP at : http://www.facebook.com/events/256428974491197/

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SJS Limited Zumba Night (Portraitures)

Event Info:SJS had done Ballets, Modern Dance, Salsa, Contemporary & New Age Dances before. This time, we are venturing into Zumba! Learn more about the dance while also expose to other related genre like Bokwa Fitness, Hot Hula Fitness at the same time!

This is a Limited Series Shoot with no limitation on gears, but limitations is placed on the number of shooters. Only 10 Pax will be accepted! So follow the steps below to register.

How to Register for this Event?
Email Name to media_world@live.com
Subject Header: ZUMBA OR NOTHING
You will be notified if you had register successfully for the event.
First Come, First Served.
Only 8 Photographers Allowed:

Where: Dance On Us (8 Claymore Hill) Gold Studio on Ground Level.
Meet: 8 Claymore Hill
When: 10th Apr 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Shot)
Attire: Anything.

Gear: Any Camera + MINIMUM F2.8 Lenses.
- Use of FLASH or VIDEO LIGHTS to be confirmed.

EMAIL to Register: As Stated Above.
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SJS Revisits Bird Park (Colors)

Event Info:
SJS is finally returning to Bird Park after a year ++. Good practice to shoot with your telephoto lenses and to be with the birds on a Sunday. This shoot comes with a theme “Colors”, means all photos should be of bright colors and preferably with a few tones of colors. All photos must include the heads of the birds and don’t just shoot the wings.
Sound easy or difficult? Try lor then you will know.

Come join us for an afternoon walk looking at colorful bird.

Where: Jurong Bird Park
Meet: The Restaurant just outside the Entry Point.
When: 21st Apr 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 01.00pm (Briefing & Group Shot)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Camera + Tele- Lenses..
- Insect Repellent is a MUST
- Bring Poncho/ Umbrella/ Camera Rain Cover etc.
(You have been warned – don’t say we never tell you ah)

RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/213731132101938/

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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of March & April 2013.

We hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.
Or under the Friend Button, press “Get Notifications”.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Click!

Allan Lee & Yu Ling
Mad Photographers.

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SJS Feb 2013 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.
All Feb 2013 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.
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SJS MacroWalk at Marang Trail

Event Info:
SJS MacroWalk is Back! It’s time to hunt down insects and shoot them in the closest, nearest possible way.
Come enjoy a late afternoon stroll with us on Marang Trail – starting from Telok Blangah, we will make the ascend to the peak of Mount Faber.

Where: Marang Trail
Meet: Bus Interchange behind Seah Im Hawker Centre
When: 03rd Feb 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 03.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Move out)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Macro Lenses + Flash.
*If you do not have a macro lens, please PM Allan for a Loan Set.
*Poncho + Camera Rain Cover + Insect Repellet + Water Bottle.

RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/events/475844099117750/

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SJS Long Exposure Practise

Event Info:
SJS Long Exposure Night Out! It’s been a while since we go out in “Full Battle Order”. Time to practice our Long Exposure Again!
This Round, we are heading to Singapore Flyer and explore the F1 End while practising our Long Exposure Techniques. Those keen and not sick of MBS may take a walk up too.

Come join us for a short and sweet evening pressing the remote switch.

Where: Singapore Flyer
Meet: Popoye Fried Chicken (Dinner at same place)
When: 06th Feb 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.45pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Move out)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + Lenses + Tripod + Remote Switch + Poncho + Camera Rain shield.

RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/events/506908992687567/

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SJS Heritage Discovery – Holland Village

Event Info:
Time to scour old towns again! This round we are heading to the colorful & beautiful town of Holland Village. Discover interesting scenes and architectures in the midst of the bustling & vibrant surrounding. Capture your moments at Holland Village with us!

Come join us for a short walk through Holland Village with our Cameras!

Where: Holland Village
Meet: Outside Cold Storage
When: 20th Feb 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.45pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Move out)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Any Gear + Poncho + Camera Rain shield.

RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/events/526963950670728/

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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of Feb 2013.

Happy Advanced Chinese New Year from All of us at SJS! Huat Ah!

We hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.
Or under the Friend Button, press “Get Notifications”.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

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Mad Photographers.

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SJS January 2013 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.
All January 2013 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.
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SJS Double Happiness 2013 Part 1 (Compact)
Event Info:
SJS’s Favorite Signature Event is Back! Double Happpiness 2013 will have a different format altogether.Both Double Happiness (Part 1 & 2) will be made Limited Series for the first time.

Capture the Chinese New Years Festivities with ONLY your compact camera. (Micro 4/3 Not Allowed too). Come join us for a Colorful Afternoon shooting the spirit of CNY 2013!

Where: Chinatown
Meet: Stage Near Budhha Relic Temple.(Kreta Ayer Hawker Centre)
When: 06th Jan 2013 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.15pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: ONLY Compact Digital Camera & MF or Film.
*Micro 4/3 & DSLRs NOT Allowed.
*Tripod & Flash not recommended.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/424882750910784/
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SJS Double Happiness 2013 Part 2 (PRIME)
Event Info:
SJS’s Favorite Signature Event is Back! Double Happpiness 2013 will have a different format altogether.Both Double Happiness (Part 1 & 2) will be made Limited Series for the first time.

Capture the Chinese New Years Festivities with ONLY your PRIME LENSES. It’s Happy Bokelicious Time!
Come join us for a Colorful NIGHT shooting the spirit of CNY 2013!

Where: Chinatown
Meet: Stage Near Budhha Relic Temple.(Kreta Ayer Hawker Centre)
When: 09th Jan 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: ONLY PRIME LENSES ALLOWED.
*Tripod & Flash not allowed.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/255335414596125/

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SJS Double Happiness (BONUS Shoot)
Event Info:
SJS’s Favorite Signature Event is Back! Double Happpiness 2013 will have a different format altogether.Both Double Happiness (Part 1 & 2) will be made Limited Series for the first time. However for this year, we are adding an additional BONUS Shoot under the Double Happiness Series to make it a Triple Happiness! It’s a free for all shoot, do whatever genre you like, use whatever you like, just have fun before the CNY!

Come join us for a Colorful NIGHT shooting the spirit of CNY 2013 at Clarke Quay!

Where: Clarke Quay
Meet: Liang Court McDonald’s
When: 16th Jan 2013 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: RED or PINK Clothing ONLY.
Gear: ANYTHING.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/520738141277298/

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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of January 2013. Happy Advanced Chinese New Year from All of us at SJS! Huat Ah!

We hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Allan Lee & Yu Ling
Mad Photographers.

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RDP Showcase the new AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR

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Join Red Dot Photo for a session of sharing with the latest Nikkor 70-200 f/4 ED VR lens at their studio.

Compare it side by side the veteran Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8 ED VR! Bring your memory cards and get up close and personal with both lenses and the latest Nikon cameras D800 and D600!

Hear it from Richard Chen, noted local fashion photographer on the use of the lens in a fashion shoot environment. Take notes from Clarence Tan, who has used both the f/4 and f/2.8 varieties at the World Indoor Archery championship recently on how the lenses compare!

To top it all, enjoy free food and drinks during this session!

Why hesitate, show up on 15 December 2012 at 10.30am (1st session) and 2.00pm (2nd session)

Slots are limited so head right over to this thread to sign up today!

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SJS November & December 2012 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.
All Nov/Dec 2012 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.
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SJS Night Macro – Venus Drive Night Hunt
Event Info:
SJS Night Macro is Back. We can never get enough of crawlies at Venus Drive, and with the change of season to Autumn in Singapore, more species of insect are expected to appear during this season.

Where: Venus Drive
Meet: Venus Drive Car Park.
(Driver are advised NOT to park inside the carpark)
When: 07th Nov 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens + Flash OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional but not recommended.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/159671670842091/

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SJS Celebrates Deepavali 2012
Event Info:
SJS Deepavali Shoot 2012. We are taking to the streets this time on a different note. While every other photographers are doing the Deepavali Eve and braves the crowd, this year SJS attempts a day shoot on Deepavali Day itself. We shall see what can we harvest from the streets of Little India.

Where: Little India
Meet: Entrance of City Square Mall.
When: 13th Nov 2012 (Tuesday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Any LensOR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional but not recommended.
*Flash Optional.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/502852383066376/

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SJS – Let’s Visit a Park
Event Info:
SJS Visits Bishan Park after its Renovation and Reconfiguration.
Expect to see new landscaping, iconic structures and outdoor furniture and of course, shoot whatever you want here, all at the new Bishan Park.

Where: Bishan Park
Meet: Bishan Park Car Park. (Near Overhead Bridge/ Bus Stop)
When: 18th Nov 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 09.30am (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod  + Flash Optional.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/457329147644025/

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SJS Limited Series – Telephoto Night at Katong
Event Info:
SJS Limited Series is Back. We are returning to Katong again but this time, we are all limited to using Telephoto Lenses, without the help of tripods and flash. So what can we do with a Telephoto lens at Katong?

Where: Katong
Meet: Katong Shopping Centre Taxt Stand.
When: 21st Nov 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Telephoto Lens OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod & Flash NOT Allowed.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/356531944441017/

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 SJS Christmas Trilogy 2012 Part 1
Event Info:
SJS Christmas Trilogy is Back!
This is one of the most popular shoot series.
Part 1 – Orchard Road Leg.

Where: Orchard Road
Meet: Outside ION Orchard Open Area.
When: 25th Nov 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 05.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
*Shoot estimate to end at 9.00pm
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens + Flash OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional but not recommended.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/297576320342584/

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SJS Christmas Trilogy 2012 Part 2
Event Info:
SJS Christmas Trilogy is Back!
This is one of the most popular shoot series.
Part 2 – Tanglin Road Leg.

Where: Tanglin Road
Meet: Outside The Wheelock Open Area.
When: 05th Dec 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
*Shoot estimate to end at 9.30pm
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens + Flash OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/160436830768045/

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SJS Christmas Trilogy 2012 Part 3
Event Info:
SJS Christmas Trilogy is Back!
This is one of the most popular shoot series.
Part 3 – Vivo City Leg.

Where: Vivo City
Meet: Harbourfront Banquet.
When: 09th Dec 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 05.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
*Shoot estimate to end at 9.30pm
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens + Flash OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/255444597912159/

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SJS Limited – Primes of Christmas
Event Info:
SJS Limited Series Returns – in Christmas Guise.
Well, here’s the catch, Christmas Theme, Shoot with Prime Lenses, No Tripod, No Flash and You are Only Allowed to shoot in Monochrome.

Where: Plaza Singapura
Meet: Plaza Singapura Outside Open Area.
When: 16th Dec 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 05.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + PRIME Lens ONLY OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod & Flash not Allowed.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/292019440899137/

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SJS Christmas Bulb Night
Event Info:
SJS Bulb Night Returns with a Christmas Theme.
Play with Lights, Sparklers and creates Christmas Themes with your imagination and your camera of course. Come have fun fun with us and this is also the last SJS Shoot for 2012.

Where: Fort Canning
Meet: Park Mall Entrance.
When: 19th Dec 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Lens + Flash OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Tripod Optional but not recommended.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/415845458469647/
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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of November & December and also for 2012. While we are planning for January 2013 events (which we will also be posting here), we hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Allan Lee
Mad Photographer. Crazy Editor.

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SJS October 2012 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events. All October 2012 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.
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SJS Bulb Night Series – New Bishan Park
Event Info:
SJS Bulb Night Returns – to the newly re-opened Bishan Park. SJS’s last visit to Bishan Park was in June 2010 “Automatic Night”. This round, we will be doing Bulb Night – playing with Flash Strobing, Light Trails, Writing with Lights, Painting with Lights, etc, while exploring the the park. Techniques will be shared during the outing, however, your creativity will determine your final photos.

More Information & Map Visit; http://www.nparks.gov.sg/cms/index.php?option=com_visitorsguide&task=parks&id=8&Itemid=73

Where: Bishan Park (Ang Mo Kio Park River Plains – Formerly Bishan Park 2)
Meet: The ONE & ONLY Open Car Park. It’s near the Bus Stop & Overhead Bridge. 
When: 3rd Oct 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing, Explaining of techniques & Group Photo)
Dinner Time: (Optional 6.30pm -7.00pm) * at Junction 8 Food Court.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + ANY Lens + Flash + Tripod + Remote Switch + Torch or Fire Sticks or Light Sticks or Sparklers or anything that emits lights.
*Insect Repellent Optional
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/469111523129211/

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SJS ToyArt Series – Bugis Village
Event Info:
SJS ToyArt Series  – Returns with a Little Twist. We are combining ToyArt with Night Street Photography at Bugis Village. Now, this is not going to be easy, we all know how crowded Bugis Village can be, the challenge here is, let your toys blend into the bustling night of Bugis Village.

Where: Bugis Village
Meet: Fu Lu Shou Complex (Entrance Nearest to OG). 
When: 10th Oct 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing, Explaining of techniques & Group Photo)
Dinner Time: (Optional 6.30pm -7.15pm) * at Albert Court Hawker Centre.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + ANY Lens.
*Flash Optional
*Insect Repellent Optional
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/384216534983126/

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SJS – Chek Jawa Expediton
Event Info:
SJS Last visited Chek Jawa on a stormy day in August 2010. It’s been a while and we are going back again, to be away from the city, to embrace nature, with our cameras, friends and hopefully, good weather. From Landscape to Macro photography, Ubin/ Chek Jawa Offers breath-taking sceneries, but to get there, only the tough will arrive.

Where: Chek Jawa, Pulau Ubin
Meet: Changi Domestic Ferry Terminal. (Changi Village) 
When: 14th Oct 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Boarding Boats)
****Do not be late, we are trying to get bumpboat in multiple of 12.*****
****All Costs are self-paid****
Lunch Time: (Optional 12.30pm -1.30pm) * at Changi Village.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + ANY Lens + Poncho + Rain Gear + Insect Repellent + Drinking Water..
*Tripod Optional
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/148645985279371/

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SJS Limited Series – Kit Lens/ Compact Night – Food Shoot
Event Info:
SJS Loves Food as much as We Love to Shoot. We are returning to East Coast Lagoon Hawker Centre once again! The lure of the excellent local food, the laid-back feel and of course, the shooting environment just makes it worth returning there to do a casual food shoot. However, this time, this will be made into a Kit Lens/ Compact Night – a Limited Series.

Where: East Coast Lagoon Hawker Centre
Meet: East Coast Coast Lagoon Hawker Centre 
When: 17th Oct 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Dinner Starts)
****All Costs are self-paid****
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Kit Lens OR Compact Digital Camera ONLY
*Flash Optional
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/476653632356682/

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PSS/ SJS Combined Shoot for October 2012 – Geylang by Morning
Event Info:
PSS & SJS Combined Outing for the Month of October 2012.
We are taking a morning stroll through Geylang. We will document the “aftermath”, left behind by the “Animals” from the night before and try to harvest the essence of Geylang in the innocence of broad daylight – before the cycle re-runs itself.

Where: Geylang
Meet: Aljunied MRT Station
When: 28th Oct 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 10.00am (Briefing & Group Photo & Shoot Starts)
Optional Breakfast at 9am at Kopi shop at Lor 25A, nearest to MRT.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Kit Lens OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Flash Optional but not recommended.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/100209990137499/

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SJS “The Bus Ride”
Event Info:
SJS is taking you for ride – literally! This is one of the weirdest shoot ever – it’s called the “Bus Ride”. We are going to capture the running images that we sees on the ride, capture discreet photos of other passengers and the thousand possibilities of the things they will do, while on the same bus. Got a strange Mental Picture already, this one is new!

Where: On a SBS Bus
Meet: Harbourfront Bus Interchange.
When: 31st Oct 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo & Board the Bus)
Optional Dinner at 6.45pm at Seah Im Food Centre, next to Bus Interchange.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: DSLR + Kit Lens OR Compact Digital Camera.
*Flash Optional but not recommended.
*Easilink Card & Fares are Self Paid
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/372653749476574/
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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of October 2012. While we are planning for November 2012 events (which we will also be posting here), we hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Allan Lee
Mad Photographer. Crazy Editor.

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Photo Processing Course (Intermediate) October 2012

We are pleased to inform you that Tanjong Pagar Photographic Club is organising a Photo Processing Course (Intermediate) in October 2012
 
We had invited Mr Allan Lee our experienced, renowned professional photographer/photography instructor and Editor to conduct this Course. Do join us.
 
Photo Processing Course (Intermediate) 04 x sessions. 14 hours.

Session 1 on 7th October 2012
- Theory on Basic Processing & Hands-On Shoot.
 
Time : 10am-12noon/ Lunch/ 2-4pm (4 hours) TPCC>Singapore Flyer>TPCC
 
Session 2 on 14th October 2012
- Cropping, Straightening, Sharpening w Contrast Adjustments, Exposure Control& Color+WB Control.
 
Time : 2-5pm (3 hours) TPCC.
 
Session 3 on 28th October 2012
- Effects Class, Vignetting, Selective Focus, Creative Decolouring, Cross Processing, Removing Shadows & Glare, Captions.
 
Time :2-5pm (3 hours) TPCC
 
Session 4 on4th November 2012
- Class Photos Presentation on Before/After Photos, Critiques and Closing.
 
Time : 2-5pm (3 hour ) TPCC
 
Venue :TanjongPagar CC (TPCC) – Otherwise stated.
101 Cantonment Road, Singapore 089774
Classroom #02-01
 
Course Fees : Passion Card Member : SGD90,Non member : SGD100
 
Total 4 lessons
 
Closing date :3 October 2012
 
You can register either :
 
1) online via the website
 
 
search for activity code : A19128986 and register accordingly.
 
or
 
2) Register at Tanjong Pagar CC from 9.00am to 9.30pm
 
101 Cantonment Road Singapore 089774
 
DID : 6221 9898
 
Course Requirement: DSLR, Laptop with Photoscape.(or equivalent)

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Photography Excursion to Sekinchan, Selangor, Malaysia

 
 A photography trip to Sekinchan?
It is a small town located in the state of Selangor, Malaysia; about 102 km of the north of Kuala Lumpur. Sekinchan is a little town in the middle of the main rice-bowl area of Selangor It is one of the major rice producing areas of Malaysia. Please see below for the itinerary.
 
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730am: Meet at Joo Koon MRT Station
8am: Clear Sg/MY custom
9am: Head to Sekinchan (Mid stop at Yong Peng first)
1030am: Breakfast at Yong Peng
11am: Continue to Sekinchan
2pm: Reach Sekinchan; Lunch at Guan Seng Long/ Hao Xiang Chi Seafood Restaurant (Own Cost)
330pm: Head to Birds’ Nest Processing and Selling Shop (For own purchase)
4pm: Head to Paddy Processing Factory
5pm: Visit Nan Tian Temple
530pm: Sekinchan Beach for sunset view
730pm: Dinner (Own Cost)
9pm: Check in Dorani Bayu Resort (Twin sharing)4Nov12
6am: Head to the Kuala Selangor Nature Park
10am: Return back to resort
11am: Check out resort
12pm: Lunch at Guan Seng Long/ Hao Xiang Chi Seafood Restaurant (Own Cost)
130pm: Head back Sg
530pm: Dinner at A-lam Seafood (Own Cost)
7pm: Continue back Sg.
8pm: Clear MY/Sg custom
9m: Drop off at Jurong West MRT Stn

Cost inclusive of 2 days full chartered coach bus and 1 night stay at Dorani Bayu Resort.
Cost exclusive of all meals.

Cost S$138/- First payment secure the seat.
No reservation.
Limit to 27pax.
**No children below 18 years old.
Buy your own travel insurance. Bring insect repellant.

Subjected to changes so please RSVP.
All updates will be followed up via email.

Kindly rsvp via hirobo_sceadu@yahoo.com
Person-in-Charge:

Mr. Ken
Mobile: +65 9069 3284Disclaimer: 
This event is Published as Advertisement.
Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group is not the organiser nor responsible for this event.

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SJS September 2012 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events. All September 2012 events will be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Please Read the Event Information CAREFULLY & Requirements before you RSVP.

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SJS Heritage Discovery – Balestier by Night
Event Info:
SJS Heritage Discovery is back! For this installment, we are taking our cameras to the rustic-yet-culture-shocked Balestier estate. The mix of old shop houses & new modern buildings seems to have go down well with each other – but who knows how long will it remain status quo? So before anything happened, let’s take a night walk through Balestier – the “little sister” of Geylang.

Where: Balestier Road
Meet: Shaw Plaza. 360 Balestier Road, Singapore 329783 (KFC)  
When: 5th September 2012 (Wednesday)

Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Dinner Time: (Optional 6.45pm -7.30pm) * at same location
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + ANY Lens  + Flash + Any other Gear.
*Tripod Optional
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/378552148883218/

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SJS Limited Series – Prime Mono at Little India “People”
Event Info:
SJS Limited Series is Back again in a different guise. This time we are going back to Little India with a theme. “People”. Yes you heard it, we are going to scour the streets of little India shooting the types of people that can be seen there. Tourists, Touts, Tenants, Taxi Drivers, Foreign Hands, Foto-graphers,etc and we are just going to shoot with a Prime Lens with NO Flash or Tripods while the Camera is Set to Monochrome (Black & White) Only.

Where: Little India
Meet: City Square Mall.
180 Kitchener Road, Singapore 208539 (Banquet Food Court at Basement 2)
When: 12th September 2012 (Wednesday)

Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Dinner Time: (Optional 6.45pm -7.30pm) *at same location
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + ANY PRIME Lens.
*NO FLASH, NO Tripod.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/259405890829482/
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SJS Lomography Day + Civil Defence Heritage Musuem (Film & Holga Day Spin-Off)
Event Info:
The Title said it all. This is SJS’s FILM Outing. We have last done this about 2 years ago and it is time to bring out your Film SLRs & TLRs, Toy Film Cameras, Holgas, Vintage Cams, etc. We are going to take a walk around the city hall covering the Istana, Church, War Memorial, Central Fire Station and shooting ONLY in FILM format.
(Free Entrance Fee & Free Guided Tour at Civil Defence Heritage Gallery – 30 Pax ONLY)
(Permit Applied & Approved by Singapore Civil Defence Force Already)

(Don’t have Film Cameras? Film SLRs for Canon & Nikon Available from $50.00 – email media_world@live.com for details. These SLRs are in full working condition and takes your Nikon F-Mount Lenses & Canon EF- Mount Lenses)

** Please Note that this is a Film Outing. (35mm, 120, Polariod, Etc). Digital with Plastic Holga Lens is Accepted too.

Where: City Hall
Meet: Central Fire Station.
62 Hill Street, Singapore 179367 (Gallery Entrance)
When: 23rd September 2012 (Sunday)

Meeting Time: 02.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo) Tour Starts at 3.00pm SHARP.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: FILM Camera of ANY FORMAT ONLY.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/511355422213475/

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PSS/ SJS MacroWalk (September 2012 Combined Outing)
Event Info:
PSS & SJS Combined Shoot for the Month of September 2012. It’s time to hunt for little insects and terrorize their world with out cameras & lenses & flashes! This Round, we are going to the SingaporeOrchidGarden – home to hundreds of Orchid Species and featuring a Cool House that is kept at 24 degrees, this shoot location offers lots of photo possibilities from flowers to insects just within the garden!

Come join us for this MacroWalk, make new friends, exchange pointers and meet fellow members from PSS & SJS.

Where: SingaporeOrchidGarden (Inside Singapore Botanic Gardens)
Meet: Entrance of Singapore Orchid Gardens.
When: 30th September 2012 (Sunday)

Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Photo) Shoot Starts right after Group Photo Taking.
Attire: Anything.
Gear: Camera + Lenses
* Flash & Tripod Optional – Although good to have.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/146546372153225/

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OK Folks, That’s all for the month of September 2012. While we are planning for October 2012 events (which we will also be posting here), we hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again.
Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Allan Lee
Mad Photographer. Crazy Editor.

 

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SJS August 2012 Events

For those who are interested to join Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group Events.

Due to Facebook’s constant changing of platforms (Timeline) to more unfriendly for events organizing. All future events will also be duplicated here as an overview with all the event links (to Facebook for RSVP & Information) for the month.

Hope this will help all those who have problems with viewing / finding our events.

SJS Heritage Discovery – Sun Yat Seng Memorial Hall (Wang Qing Yuan)
Event Info:
Heritage Discovery Series is Back! This time we are visiting Wang Qing Yuan/ Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall. Find out more about Dr. Sun’s time spent in Singapore and the history behind one of history’s most talked about man in Nanyang (Malaya Straits).
When: 12th August 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 01.15pm (Briefing)
Tour Move Out Time: 01.30pm (Mansion Tour Starts followed by OTOT Shoot.)
Where: Wan Qing Yuan/ Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall  12 Tai Gin Road, Singapore 327874
Meet: Area in front of Ticketing Counter.
Entrance Fees: FREE
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/327248100694898/

PSS/ SJS (Aug 2012) Combined Outing – Singapore Zoo
Event Info:
This is SJS/ PSS Combined Outing for August 2012.
River Safari is Finally Opened! SJS & PSS Returns to the Singapore Zoological Gardens for a Sunday with Animals.
When: 19th August 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 09.30am (Briefing & Purchase Tickets)
Move Out Time: 10.00am
Lunch: 12.30pm (Ah Meng Restaurant)
Resume: 13.30pm
Day ends at 17.00pm
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/472324929461484/

SJS Food Shoot Night “It’s Just Dinner”.
Event Info:
It’s Hawker Food Time! Come join us for a casual night shoot having dinner and shooting our dinner!
We are going to one of the oldest Hawker Center in Singapore, the Famous ABC Market aka Brickworks Hawker Centre. Famed for its Soup Kambing, Wan Tan Noodle and many other local favorites, this is one really cool place for good food and a casual night out.
Where: ABC Market/ Brickworks Hawker Center
Meet: At Location, near to POSB ATM area with Long Tables.
When: 22nd August 2012 (Wednesday)
Meeting Time: 07.30pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
Start Time: 07.40pm
Attire: Anything.
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/142524472551660/

SJS MacroWalk at Venus Drive
Event Info:
MacroWalk is Back! We are Returning to Venus Drive Again! The Park boost a huge species of insects ranging from Spiders & Bug of ALL SIZES & various colors, this is the Macro Haven for nature lovers!
Where: Venus Drive
Meet: Venus Drive Car Park.
When: 26th August 2012 (Sunday)
Meeting Time: 02.00pm (Briefing & Group Photo)
RSVP at: http://www.facebook.com/events/257762037671274/

That’s all for the month of August 2012. While we are planning for Spetember 2012 events (which we will also be posting here), we hope you can follow the below steps to keep yourself updated of all the events in future.

1) Add us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/singapore.shutterjourneyphotographygroup
then Click “Subscribe” from the drop down menu to get notification on updates and event announcement.

2) Click “Like” & “Follow” on this website from the menu on the top to receive new post updates.

You will never miss another event again. :)

Till then, Happy Shooting Everyone~!

Allan Lee
Editor.

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Photography Courses Jun – Aug 2012

Combined Course Dates. June 2012-August 2012

Legend:
PSS – Photographic Society of Singapore
TPCC – Tanjong Pagar C.C.
WQY – Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall
NTUC – ULive
PPC – Private Photography Course
MPC – Macro Proficiency Course (Advanced)
TOYToyExpressions Course (Specialty)
DBC – Digital Basic Class (Basic)
PC – PSS Photo Clinic

NOTE: To Sign Up for Courses, please email for details.
For Photography Courses at The Photographic Society of Singapore : allan.lee@pss1950.org
For Photography Courses at Tanjong Pagar CC : waipheng88@hotmail.com
For Photography Courses at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall: NHB_WQY@nhb.gov.sg
For Photography Courses at NTUC ULive: lbh9177@singnet.com.sg
For Photography Courses (Private): media_world@live.com

June 2012
05th June 2012/ Tue – TOY1/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pmj
(Theory/Ratio Manipulation/Gear Requirements/Selecting Toys/Managing Ratio Difference)

08th June 2012/ Fri – MPC1/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Theory/Starting Macro/What to prepare/What equipments + gears/Pre-shoot prep/Basic Settings/Techniques)

09th June 2012/ Sat – TOY2/ Singapore Flyer + MBS/ 9.30-11.30am
(Outing/Depth of Field Manipulation/Choosing Background/Lighting control)

09th June 2012/ Sat – MPC2/ Botanic Gardens/ 2.30-4.30pm
(Shooting Day Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Tryouts/On-Site Critiques)

09th June 2012/ Sat – MPC3/ HortPark/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Shooting Night Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Tryouts/On-Site Critiques)

10th June 2012/ Sun – DBC1/ Wan Qing Yuan/ 3.00–4.30pm
(Theory & Understanding of your DSLR/the Power of composition/unleash your creativity)

14th June 2012/ Thu – MPC4/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Macro Photo Processing/Post production Tips & Short Cuts/Hands on Processing)

16th June 2012/ Sat – TOY3/ Raffles Place + Singapore River/ 2.30-4.30pm
(Outing/Creating a Storyline/Copywriting/Use of techniques for blending unreal subjects)

17th June 2012/ Sun – DBC2/ Vivo City/ 3.00–4.30pm
(Aperture Study/Understanding & Hands-on)

18th June 2012/ Mon – TOY4/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Processing Tips & Tricks/Photo Critics/Submission Criterias)

21st June 2012/ Thu – MPC5/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Indoor Macro Shoot/Outdoor Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Tryouts)

22nd June 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

23rd June 2012/ Sat – MPC6/ PSS/ 2.30-4.30pm
(Students to submit one best photo from the previous class for review/Tips & short cuts/Course review)

24th June 2012/ Sun – DBC3/ Clarke Quay/ 7.00-8.30pm
(Shutter Speed study/Understanding & Hands-on)

29th June 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

July 2012
01st July 2012/ Sun – DBC4/ Botanic Gardens/ 3.00-4.30pm
(Landscape Study/Understanding & Hands-on)

12th July 2012/ Thu – MPC1-TPCC/ TPCC/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Theory/Starting Macro/What to prepare/What equipments + gears/Pre-shoot prep/Basic Settings/Techniques)

14th July 2012/ Sat – PPC1/ Raffles Place/ 2.30pm – 4.30pm)
(Theory & Understanding of your DSLR/Understanding Shutter Speed & Practical Shoot/Understanding Aperture & Practical Shoot/Understanding ISO & Practical Shoot)

15th July 2012/ Sun – MPC2-TPCC/ Botanic Gardens/ 9.30-11.30am
(Shooting Day Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Tryouts/On-Site Critiques)

15th July 2012/ Sun – DBC5/ East Coast Park/ 3.00-4.30pm
(Portraits Study/Understanding & Hands-on)

19th June 2012/ Thu – MPC3-TPCC/ HortPark/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Shooting Night Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Tryouts/On-Site Critiques)

20th July 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

21st July 2012/ Sun – PPC2/ Botanic Gardens/ 3.30pm – 5.30pm
(Nature Landscape Photography/Macro Photography/Day Long Exposure)

22nd July 2012/ Sun – DBC6/ Hort Park/ 4.00–5.30pm
(Nature Study+Macro Study/Undestanding & Hands-on)

22nd July 2012/ Sun – DBC7/ Kallang Leisure Park/ 7.00-8.30pm
(Long Exposure Study/ Understanding & Hands-on)

23rd July 2012/ Mon – PPC3/ Kallang Leisure Park/ 9.00pm – 10.30pm
(Nightscape Photography, Night Long Exposure)

26th July 2012/ Thu – MPC4-TPCC/ TPCC/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Macro Photo Processing/Post production Tips & Short Cuts/Hands on Processing)

27th July 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

28th July 2012/ Sat – PPC4/ Haji Lane/ 4.30pm – 6.30pm
(Cityscape Photography/Street Photography/Portraits)

29th July 2012/ Sun – MPC5-TPCC/ TPCC/ 9.30-11.30am
(Indoor Macro Shoot/Outdoor Macro/What to prepare/Demo/Basic Processing/Impromptu Project)

29th July 2012/ Sun – DBC8/ Wan Qing Yuan/ 3.00– 4.30pm
(Course Summary/Suggested Genres/Internship Opportunities)

August 2012
02nd Aug 2012/ Thu – MPC6-TPCC/ TPCC/ 7.30-9.30pm
(Students to submit one best photo from the previous class for review/Tips & short cuts/Course review)

04th Aug 2012/ Sat – PPC5/ East Coast/ 3.30pm – 5.30pm
(Sports Photography/Monochrome Photography/Flash Photography)

05th Aug 2012/ Sun – PPC6/ To Confirm/ 10.00am – 12.00nn
(Processing Tricks & Tips/Course Summary/Photo submission)

24th Aug 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

31st Aug 2012/ Fri – PC/ PSS/ 7.30-9.30pm
(PSS Photo Clinic)

*Subjected to Changes & Intake.

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