March 7 to September 3, 2012
Visit the National Geographic Museum exhibit Samurai: The warrior Transformed to discover the true samurai. More than a warrior, the samurai was a cultural ambassador and diplomat. See Mike’s pictures and more at this exhibit.
Technology News:
Emerging Photographer App for the iPad or iPhone.
Beginning in the Fall of 2011 and Spring 2012, you will now be able to view PDN's (Photo District News Magazine) brand new App, Emerging Photographer. Featured in this new App is a four page article that focuses on Michael Yamashita's journey, "The Forgotten Road" through parts of Tibet and China. A real photo-journalistic view of the personalities met, as well as, the mechanics behind the actual shot illustrated. It includes tips on how to shoot during certain weather conditions, and the tools he prefers when on assignment. Check it out: here
Photographer's i App for the iPad.
Featured in the newest Issue of Photographer’s i is Michael Yamashita’s journey through the footsteps of Marco Polo, taken from his book, Marco Polo: A Photographer’s Journey. This App directly connects the viewer to first hand experiences from the Photographer by combining Text Articles, Audio clips, and Photographs simultaneously. For more information, please visit: The Photo Society
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
2012 Boulder International Masters of Photography Workshop: Michael Yamashita
Location: Taiwan, China
Dates: Friday, May 4 to Sunday, May 6, 2012
For our Chinese speaking friends! Mike will be traveling to Taiwan to give a three day workshop visiting dynamically different locations including city centers, night markets, historical temples, and protected parks in the surrounding areas. The link to the workshop can be found here: Xue Xue Institue . Information about enrollment details can be found: here.
PAST WORKSHOPS
Hong Kong Outlying Islands
Monday, April 16 to Thursday April 26, 2012
Please join Mike in Hong Kong for a ten day workshop with Tours Abroad. This workshop will combine the sophistication of Hong Kong with the rich cultures and landscapes of the outlaying islands. A companion itinerary is available making this a tour that has something for everyone.
2011 Bangkok Digital Photography Workshop
Monday, December 12 to Sunday, December 18, 2011
Mike and his good friend Steve McCurry present a unique workshop experience that explores Thailand's City of Angels. This is a great opportunity to hear opinions from two expert photographers on your work and interests. If you're passionate about photography, you won't want to miss this opportunity! For more information please visit f8workshops.com
cruisephotofactory
Sunday, June 19 to Saturday, June 25, 2011
Genova, Italy
Please join Mike for the workshop, "On assignment for the Geographic." Having shot over 27 stories for the National Geographic, Mike will share the ins and outs of making great story telling pictures. For more information please visit cruisephotofactory
Snow Monkeys Tour
Tuesday, January, 18, 2011 at 5:30pm - Saturday, January 29th, 2011 at 8:30 pm
Japan
Mike would like you to join him at the "Snow Monkeys of Japan" photo tour. M&M Photo Tours has a great tour coming up on January 18th-29th of 2011. We will be traveling to several locations including Jigokudani, Tokyo, Kamakura, and other location to shoot and soak up the culture. Please check it out at; http://www.mmphototours.com/
Istanbul Photo Workshops
Monday, March 21, 2011 at 7:00am - Monday, March 28th, 2011 at 7:00pm
Istanbul
This workshop will be with Mike in Istanbul on March 21st to 28th of 2011, organized by IST Istanbul Photo workshops. Check it out at; www.istanbulphotoworkshops.com
Hope to see you there!