I just can’t find the words to describe the experience I’ve learned from the Treasures Of The Rainforests Photography  Challenge and Conference 2009 (TOTR) at Batang Ai this June.

There are so many photos to share, and I will start off with this posting.

Being a wedding photographer, continuous learning is a lifelong journey. I faced tough challenges just to attend this workshop, but all the hard work is well worth the effort.

I was so delighted to meeting 8 professional photographers (speakers of the workshop) who tirelessly guided participants about the tips and tricks in photography. They are so humble and ever so willing to help. 4 days 3 nights is just too short for me.  Here are some of my favorite shots taken during the workshop.

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I like the colours of the beads on display at the Serian market

Old lady weaving basket out of PVC strips

Jim taught us to look for photo opportunity around us

Silhouette of participants on the canopy walk

Taking advantage of available light

One of the many longboats ferrying us to Nanga Sumpa longhouse

Sunset presented in a different way

I like the colours

Miring ceremony (Iban tradition)

Traditional musical performance

Children watching the musical performance

To this man, a longboat ride is like our everyday car ride to work

At times, they have to push the longboat due to shallow river

Rivers are too shallow, everyone has to get out from the boat and walk

2 crew for the longboat, the pilot and this is the navigator

Patrick taught me how to frame and shoot this waterfall

Longboats

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