JOHN NAT ARIFIN PHOTOGRAPHY | NATURE WILDLIFE TRAVEL ASIA
2 day best in class short photography workshop in Singapore to inspire you
2 Day Photography Workshop Singapore & 2 Day Photography Course Singapore
2 DAY PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE & WORKSHOP IN SINGAPORE TO MASTER YOUR CAMERA
HOW WE GOT STARTED FROM THE JOY OF PHOTOGRAPHY?
The art of photography is a joy. Our passion to learn and share the art is the key reasons why we are here since 2002 as we continue to explore the natural world , the people and culture around us. Through photography, it opens the way to many like minded people around the world that we are connected to,
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Let our experience and photography workshop launch your photography skill into a different orbit that teaches you how to look at the world in a different light and with a different heart.
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SO WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
2 day best in class photography workshop in Singapore that let you understand the complex camera quickly and confidently with simple and clear explanation and examples on how to achieve the desired results through 30 years of field experience. So that you can start taking good picture quickly and creatively.
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ABOUT JOHN NAT ARIFIN, ARPS:
John is a photographer and educator based in Singapore. John has more than 30 years of field experience, and has been sharing his photography skills since 2000. He contributes his photographs and write up on regional magazine like Asian Geographic on the wildlife of Asia. When he is not on assignment, he shares his photographic experience to those who wish to pick up the skills.
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JUMP START YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY SKILLS NOW :
Let the basic 2 day photography course unleash your creative potential with your camera and start an exciting photographic journey. Learn to use the creative functions of the camera to maximise your camera in simple and easy to understand workshops even for absolute beginners (even those without camera yet). Don't feel embarrassed if you are still using AUTOMATIC mode. Come and learn to master the skills in just 2 days.
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ABOUT JOHN'S TEACHING STYLES:
He explains complex concepts of photography to participants in simple English that engages the audience. He said "Once you know the principles, you can apply the same concepts regardless of the types of camera you use. You can almost capture any pictures that you can imagine".
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HEAR WHAT OTHERS SAID ABOUT THE 2 DAY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN SINGAPORE BY JOHN:
Hear it straight from the source from previous participants from our TESTIMONY page how they have benefited from the teaching and training that had inspired them from going further.
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CAPTURING THE MAGIC MOMENTS:
I am sure you want to capture those magical moments. If you are a beginner, you would buy a camera and think that it will do everything for you by the pressing of a button or a switching of a dial. Camera you can buy but vision and techniques you have to learn. The 2 day photography workshop could help you prepare for your next trip.
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THE 2 DAY BEST IN CLASS PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN SINGAPORE:
Consider the 2 day photography workshop Singapore and 2 day photography course Singapore . The 2 day engaging, inspiring workshop is one of the the most powerful photography class in Singapore you can attend quickly in just 2 days.
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YOU ARE A COMPLETE BEGINNER:
For beginners and photographers who want to master the art of photography quickly and confidently with John Arifin. John will personally guide participants in small group or private session to master the camera to have full control of camera in 2 days.
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1 ON 1 COACHING FOR EXPERIENCED PHOTOGRAPHER WHO WANTS TO GO TO THE NEXT LEVEL :
Let our experienced and professional photographer help you by improving your photography skills through the one-on-one coaching. Working at different level on various subjects such as exposure, composition, maximising the camera or on scenery, landscape, travel or family and even on spot processing using Adobe Lightroom. The Private 1 on 1 photography course, class and workshop in Singapore can get you up to speed in just 2 days with his experience in coaching and guiding photographers to reach their potential.
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INTRODUCING OUR 2 DAY PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE IN SINGAPORE IN SMALL GROUP TO INSPIRE YOU...
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KNOW THE BASICS WELL IN JUST 2 DAYS
Regardless what you wish to capture, you need to know basic photography in order to creatively maximise your camera and to capture your image that you have imagined and visualized. If you stay on the AUTO mode, you let the camera control you. If you go to the manual mode, you waste time fiddling with the control that you need not need to bother ( worse of all, you may likely miss the shot totally).
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LET US SHOW YOU THE WAY:
Why not let us show you a strategy to capture the vital moments precisely through the 2 Day Basic Photography Workshop Singapore.​
REGISTRATION FOR THE SHORT PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES AND WORKSHOP SINGAPORE IS NOW OPENED
2 Days Photography classes and workshops to choose from in Singapore:
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WS 101 Basic Photography For Absolute Beginners & Amateur photographers
WS 201 Beyond Basic Photography Guided Camera Walk & Photo Outings ( those who already know about the camera and basics)
WS 203 Macro and close-up photography ( those who already know about the camera and basics).
WS 205 Five hour Adobe LightroomTraining and Workshop ( Those with Adobe Lightroom 4,5,6 or CC)
Private 1 on 1 Coaching in Photography and post processing using Adobe Lightroom.
6 day 5 Nights Borneo Nature Photo Safari with John Arifin
Photography Gift Voucher.
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HERE ARE THE AVAILABLE PHOTO COURSES IN SINGAPORE BELOW:
Pick the photography courses below  that suite your level and availability. They are normally conducted in just 2 days over a weekend or on weekdays in small group.
BEYOND BASIC (INTERMEDIATE) 2 DAY GUIDED CAMERA WALK IN SINGAPORE
WS 201 - Learn to see, utilise your camera and how to use flash creatively during a 7 hour travel photography walk with John Arifin in Singapore.
S$350/person for 7 hours in a  two day course.
2 DAY BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS AND AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS
WS 101- 7 hours investment that will bring a thousand smiles to photographers who depend heavily on AUTO or Manual mode.
S$350/person for 7 hours in a  two day course.
5 HOUR INTENSIVE ADOBE LIGHTROOM HANDS-ON WORKSHOP AND TRAINING IN SINGAPORE
WS 203 - Understand Adobe Lightroom architecture , catalogue, collections, global and local adjustments and backup strategy from photographer's view point to ORGANISE & OPTIMISE your images
S$230/person for the 5 hours course.
WS 205, 2 DAY MACRO AND CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN SINGAPORE
WS 201 - Learn to see the world in close-up with inexpensive tools and techniques to create extraordinary images through macro photography.
S$350/person for 7 hours in a  two day course.
PRIVATE 1 ON 1 COACHING IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND POST PROCESSING IN 7 HOURS
Private 1 on 1 Workshop - Let our 25 year of field experience bring your photography to the next level by showing and guiding you how things work.
7 hours in a  two day course. Please check with John Arifin for course fees and schedule to fit a tailored workshop especially for you.
BORNEO NATURE PHOTO SAFARI & PHOTO EXPEDITION WITH JOHN ARIFIN
Nature Photo Safari - Guided photography expedition to explore primate, birds, insects and landscapes of Borneo in a group of 6 photographers.
Join John for a short photography trip to Borneo to explore nature, wildlife and landscape photography.
SINGAPORE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP RECENT TESTIMONIALS
What Participants Have to Say
Danesha
Best Birthday Gift Ever !!
The experience with John was brilliant!! He tailored the workshop to my experience level.He blended the technical and creative aspects of photography seamlessly. John shared a simple yet powerful framework which helped me develop a new lens through which to view the act of capturing an image.
The highlight for me was putting the framework to practice when we took pictures of the sunrise at the Merlion park, I was amazed at the results. I have now resumed taking my camera with me when I travel for work.
I highly recommend this class to anyone with a love of photography who wants to enhance their skills and indulge their passion for taking pictures!
John is wonderful company and very forthcoming with advice and insights on photography I spent an enjoyable two days with him during the workshop. I for one will most definitely be signing up for more workshops with John!
The one on one workshop with John turned out to be one of the best birthday gifts I have ever received! Thank you, Alexandra!!!
William and Karen
My wife and I took all the 3 classes
My wife Karen and I were looking for a beginners food photography course when after several searches on the internet we came across this site offering courses ranging from beginners to ‘Beyond’ to editing (Lightroom) and more.
The photos by John Arifin are captivating to say the least. They re-ignited our love for Nature which had been kept away in the cupboard for umpteenth years as we were unable to express it well in the photos that we had been taking.
We immediately registered for the two half-day beginners course that was to be held the very next morning. We love the small group size and the very personal interactions that John had with each one of us during the course, promptly addressing our questions well. We love his teaching pedagogy. It was inspirational. And he ensured we could apply what had been taught. This was so different from a previous course that we attended years back. We duly signed on to John’s ‘Beyond’ course. The street photography reinforced what we learned during the beginners course plus much more. Our confidence in photography increased tremendously. So, it was only logical that we also attended his Lightroom editing course on 25 June. With his unique teaching pedagogy, he unraveled the many capabilities of Lightroom. Now, it is left to us to hone our photography skills and enjoy the wonderful world that photography brings out, not just in Nature but even in so-called mundane everyday activities. Our original objective - food photography - was also achieved. We have absolutely no reservations in recommending John’s courses to young and old, especially those with busy schedules. Thank you, John, for opening our lenses.
Vennila B.
John's approach is DIFFERENT
I have been taking lessons with other photography instructors over the years. But John’s approach is completely different and unique.
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John is friendly and easy-going. He doesn’t rush the participants into details and doesn’t give stacks of notes. He teaches progressively. He ensures that you understand the concept well before he moves on to the next step. His usage of technical terms is minimal. He gives short, crisp explanations in a simple manner that you will understand and remember for a long time. He is forthcoming to take any questions at any point of time. It was a real pleasure getting to know John as well as being in his class. It was worth the time and effort. I was able to grasp some difficult concepts and even some shots that I thought I would never be able to take. John made things so simple and he gave me the confidence to better teach photography to my junior pupils in school.
About John Nat Arifin, Msc, ARPS, Photographer, travel writer & educator
John's key interest is in the nature and wildlife of Asia where he spent most of his time exploring the nature and wildlife of Asia. John and Anna have contributed images and stories to
ASIAN GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINES
WINGSPAN for Birds and Birdwatchers in Australia,
NATURE WATCH Magazine for the Nature Society of Singapore,
IRIS, the magazine of the nature group of the Royal Photographic Society in UK.
"Best of The Decade Award " in photojournalism, ASIAN GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE in 2009.
Featured on Asian Exposed Season II on " The Price of Beauty" on Channel news Asia in 2012
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John was the only Singapore photographer selected for the INCREDIBLE INDIA @ 60 celebration in Singapore.
John and Anna had contributed wildlife stories from Borneo, India, Indonesia and Sri Lanka on various regional magazines.
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John Nat Arifin having first taught a photo class and course in Singapore at the National University of Singapore Extramural Department in 1987.
John attended Master class at Brooks Institute of Photography in California in 1989 under John Shaw
Participated in the BBC Wildlife Photo Symposium in London.
He was awarded with his Associateship from Royal Photography Society (RPS) in UK in 1992.
He gave talks on bird and nature photography at the Borneo Bird Festivals in Sabah, Nature Festival in Sarawak and Gujarat International Bird Festival in India.
Back then he wished that he had a mentor to help and guide him on photography. With that in mind John decided to share his experience and skills with others in Singapore.
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John and Anna now travel across Asia to document wildlife and culture. In search of a perfect moment to freeze in time and to inspire others through images held from a photo journalistic view.
