Where there is light, there is movement,

and where there is movement, there is story.  "Gaylan Nazhad"

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ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

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Nazhad is recognised for his evocative street and portrait photography that merges atmosphere, light, and emotion into a single visual language. With a careful and reflective eye, he creates expressive images of people and places that balance beauty and tension, inviting viewers into his personal sense of time and mood.

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The purpose of this 10-day, 9-night all-inclusive workshop is to explore how travel, light, and observation combine to create powerful, narrative street photography. Participants will engage with the idea of visual ambiguity, learning how to photograph what is felt rather than simply what is seen. We will work with the rich palette of tropical light: the soft dawn haze over Bangkok’s canals, the golden dusk along Krabi’s cliffs, and the deep twilight tones of Phuket’s coastline.

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You will be encouraged to see with patience and intention, to find stillness in movement, and to use photography as a way to translate atmosphere into expression.

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Thailand offers the perfect setting, a country layered with rhythm, ritual, and radiant light. From crowded markets to quiet fishing villages, from modern skylines to the open sea, each location opens new visual possibilities and emotional depth.

 

 

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WORKSHOP STRUCTURE

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Day 1 | Arrival in Bangkok
Welcome dinner and introduction. Nazhad will present his photographic approach and philosophy, followed by participant introductions and portfolio sharing.

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Day 2 | Street life and light in Bangkok
Exploring old and new Bangkok, observing rhythm and light in motion. Group discussions on approach, composition, and narrative.

 

Day 3 | Visual storytelling and editing practice
Morning shooting in local markets and alleyways. Afternoon critique session and editing review.

 

Day 4 | Travel to Krabi
Transition day, photographing along the journey. Evening session on using travel as part of your story.

 

Day 5–6 | Krabi coastal photography
Morning and dusk sessions capturing landscapes and local life. One-to-one tutorials with Nazhad on sequencing and emotional tone.

 

Day 7 | Exploration and rest
Free day for reflection, local excursions, or independent shooting. Informal editing conversations in the evening.

 

Day 8 | Travel to Phuket
Discussion: refining visual language and personal project direction. Night photography session along the coast.

 

Day 9 | Editing, sequencing, and preparing your project
Participants curate their images into a visual story to present to the group.

 

Day 10 | Final presentation and celebration
Morning review and afternoon showcase. The evening concludes with a presentation of participants’ projects followed by a closing dinner.

 

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NOTE

This workshop is immersive and designed to maximise each participant’s creative potential. The structure is fixed, yet flexible enough to respond to the natural rhythm of travel, light, and group energy. Participants also have time to rest, explore the islands, and enjoy Thailand as a holiday. Sea activities and island experiences are included, allowing space for relaxation, reflection, and the joy of being in a beautiful environment.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED

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• Ten days of urban, landscape, seascape, and portrait photography

• Guided photo walks and discussions

• Image critique and post-processing sessions

• Professional lecturing and personal guidance by Nazh

• Certificate of Completion

• Accommodation in 4- or 5-star hotels

• Daily breakfast and lunch

• One cocktail party night

• One tropical fruits party night

• Visits to at least four famous islands

• Visits to three major attractions in Bangkok

• Diving and snorkelling experiences

• Yacht or boat trips

• Full travel guiding and logistics support

• Two domestic flights within Thailand

• All local transportations

• Custom packing list and equipment recommendations

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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

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• Cameras or any photography equipment

• International flights

• Any form of insurance

• Dinner meals

• Alcoholic drinks (except during the cocktail party)

• Items of personal nature

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