Photography guides
How-to tips and location guides for photographing Myanmar, Thailand and Southeast Asia.
Guide · 1 min read4 of the best places to photograph in MyanmarFrom the golden Shwedagon Pagoda to the fishermen of Inle Lake — where to go and when for the best photos in Myanmar.
How-to · 3 min readHow to take star trail photosWith a little planning, basic editing skills and the right weather, you can shoot star trails quite easily. A simple step-by-step guide from planning to stacking.How-to · 2 min readHow to shoot a time-lapseHow long to shoot, how to prepare, what to do while shooting and how to avoid ruined frames — practical time-lapse tips from real shoots in Bangkok.How-to · 2 min readHow to photograph fish in an aquariumTips for photographing fish in a home aquarium — preparing the tank, lighting, camera settings and cleaning up the shots afterwards.Location guide · 2 min readPhotographing Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)How to get to Wat Arun, the best time to avoid crowds, and the best spots — including the riverside rooftops where tripods are allowed.Location guide · 1 min readPhotographing Bangkok from CHAR rooftop barHow to get to CHAR Bangkok, the best time to arrive, where to sit and why it's a great spot for skyline photos and time-lapses.