by Caryn Esplin | Mar 4, 2020 | Blog, Enlighten, Myanmar
Photography Video Tutorial: Unique Angles ENLIGHTEN TOUR – MYANMAR! Once you get the traditional shots of your subjects and the scene… look for unique ways to frame your subject. Most people here in Myanmar are very willing, cooperative and curious. I...
by Caryn Esplin | Mar 2, 2020 | Blog, Enlighten, Myanmar
TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY – Video Tutorial: — Use this special off-camera flashlight to add a “kiss” of light across the face! I used to carry a flash with me… but people do not respond well to being “flashed.” (haha) — Watch this video to learn how to use a...
by Caryn Esplin | Feb 26, 2020 | Blog, Enlighten, Myanmar
Old Bagan – Monks and nuns of all ages are around every bend in Myanmar. It is so fascinating to explore the ancient pagodas and find new Buddha statues in each one. Monks and nuns of all ages are around every bend in Myanmar. The people here are much more...
by Caryn Esplin | Feb 24, 2020 | Blog, Enlighten, Myanmar
The people, culture and landscapes of Myanmar Two young monks worship by candlelight in an ancient Bagan, Myanmar, pagoda with unique double Buddha statues. PHOTO TIP: Look for leading lines and interesting shadow patterns for a fascinating composition. Also, note how...
by Caryn Esplin | Feb 21, 2020 | Blog, Enlighten, Myanmar
The people, culture, and landscapes of Myanmar Myanmar is the most religious country in Southeast Asia. Everywhere you go the young girls are in training to be nuns, dressed in pink and orange… while the young boys are dressed in maroon as they train as novice...
by Caryn Esplin | Feb 19, 2020 | Blog
Buddhist Monks & Nuns in Myanmar Temples The afternoon sun filters through the ancient walls of a Buddhist temple built in the 11th century as a young monk carefully lights a candle… This truly was “Enlightenment”… on so many levels. Only...
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