Trekking Tales: Exploring the great Himalayas

YPS Saturday Meet | May 17, Sat | 5:30 PM IST | Trek Photography | Google Meet

Presentation by:
Dr Satyaprakash B S

Dr Satyaprakash who has been on the Mount Kilimanjaro and EBC treks, recently undertook a 12 days trek to Annapurna and Mardi Himal Base camps which were an unforgettable adventure that took him through breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and quaint tea houses. It was nothing but excitement navigating steep mountain trails, crossing suspension bridges and acclimatising at high altitudes

Highlight of the treks is witnessing the golden sunrise over the majestic mountain ranges. Despite facing challenges like acute mountain sickness and unpredictable weather, the experience teaches the importance of perseverance and being humble in front of the majestic mountains

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YPS International Photo Tour: Jaw Dropping Java – Jul 2025

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Dates : 16 Jul – 26 Jul 2025. (These are the tour dates, depending on flights travel dates might be +/- 1 day.)

Last Day for registration: 10 May 2025

The YPS Jaw dropping Java Photo Tour 2025 takes participants on an unforgettable journey through Jogja, Central Java, and West Java—regions rich in natural beauty and cultural depth. From the mystical dawn light behind Prambanan Temple and the fiery slopes of Mount Merapi to the serene beauty of Borobudur at sunset, this immersive 11-day adventure is crafted to offer visual storytellers’ endless inspiration. You will explore traditional villages, ancient temples, waterfalls, and volcanic hills—each scene more photogenic than the last. Along the way, you’ll encounter local traditions, colorful markets, and performances like the iconic Ramayana Dance, all seen through the lens of your camera. With thoughtfully planned sunrise and sunset shoots, cultural interactions, and carefully selected locations, this tour balances visual wonder with rich experiences. Whether shooting the golden glow over terraced farms or capturing the delicate motion of Merak dancers by a misty waterfall, every moment is designed to fuel creativity. Ideal for photographers of all levels, this tour is guided by experienced mentors who ensure both support and space for artistic growth. Come discover the soul of Indonesia through its light, landscapes, and stories—one frame at a time.

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Through My Eyes

YPS Saturday Meet | Apr 19, Sat | 5:30 PM IST | Wildlife Photography | Google Meet


Presentation by:
Mr Anirudh Vidyabhushan

Through My Eyes is a personal walkthrough of Anirudh’s journey as a wildlife photographer – an exploration of stories behind the images that have moved him the most. This session isn’t just about the final frames, but the effort, emotion, and experience behind them. From waiting hours in silence to catching that one fleeting moment, he will take us through a curated set of images and share how he envisioned and created each one. It’s a deep dive into the thought process, the fieldcraft and the unpredictable magic of the wild – all told through Anirudh’s lens

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An Introduction to 3D (Stereo) Photography

Presentation and Workshop

Mentor:
DR V G  MOHANAN NAIR,
APSA, QPSA, Hon. MTPAS, Hon. FSoF

Presentation:
Date:22 Mar, 2025
Day: Saturday

Time: 6:30 pm
Place: YPS Hall
Fee: Free and open for all

Workshop:
Date:23 Mar, 2025
Day: Sunday

Time: 10:00 am to 12.30 pm
Place: YPS Hall
Fee: ₹499/- (applicable for both Members & Non-Members)

Dr Nair the only Indian who appears in 3D section of PSA Who’s Who in Photography will take us thru the difference between 2D and 3D images, the invention of Stereoscopy in 1838, different methods of taking a 3D images using 3D camera as well as a 2D camera, how to view the 3D images, software required to process the 3D images for proper viewing and much more

A few samples of the 3D images in Anaglyph format will be displayed which can be viewed using the Red-Cyan glass

The Presentation on Saturday, 22 March at 6:30 PM is open for all and FREE OF CHARGE. Red-Cyan glasses will be provided at the venue

The Workshop on Sunday, 23 March at 10 AM gives hands-on training to take 3D pictures using a normal 2D camera and its processing in Stereo Photo Maker software as well as saving in different 3D formats

REQUIREMENT FOR WORKSHOP:

  1. Camera
  2. Laptop
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