Things to Do in Korea

Samgwangsa Temple in Busan

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 12:51 — jt

Seoul Photo & Imaging Show 2013

Thu, 04/11/2013 - 15:50 — jt

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Seoul International Photo and Imaging Industry Show 2013 |
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Justin Howard |
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Being a part of a huge event where pretty much everyone around you is a photographer in one way or another is an intense time. This year I was invited to attend as a member of the “press” which basically meant that I got a free pass and… well that was about it. Not that I am complaining but it was a little unimpressed after jumping on the KTX from Ulsan at 5:22 am to hit Seoul and then an hour on the Subway to get to COEX to get a plastic badge after the emails about being a “VIP blogger”

Spring Blossoms at Tongdosa

Sun, 03/17/2013 - 15:01 — jt

It is that time of the year again. Blossom time! While it is still a bit early you can still head out and get the jump on some prime locations. There are a few things that I will run over through this quick tour of my most recent trip to Tongdosa.

Panmunjom Travel Center Review

Sun, 03/03/2013 - 16:45 — jt

If you spend any time as a tourist in Seoul you will no doubt end up on a tour of the DMZ. There are many tours going either to Dorasan Station and the 3rd infiltration tunnel or the JSA. Prices differ and so do the experiences. Panmunjom Travel Center offer a different kind of tour experience and one that is sure to leave you with a better understanding of what the situation is like along the DMZ The main quality that set this tour apart from the many other tours out there is the fact that for part of the tour, you get to travel and interact with a North Korean defector.

Photo Walk: Ulsan Shinhwa Village

Fri, 02/15/2013 - 15:15 — jt

Back in July, Martin Rehder wrote a great article on Ulsan Online about the Ulsan Shinhwa Art Village and I immediately thought that it would be a great place for a photo walk. I didn’t get around to checking the place out until this past weekend and I was pleasantly shocked at how interesting the place was. There were so many little paths leading off the main road that it is a treasure trove of photographic subjects.

Onsan Photo Meet Up

Fri, 12/14/2012 - 09:42 — jt

I was going to post this earlier and completely forgot about it. At any rate, about a week or so ago I was able to meet up with some of Ulsan’s hardcore photographers. By that I mean the ones willing to head out to Jangsaengpo on a rainy Saturday to shoot from the top of a building. It was a cold meet up, but it was a great one. I think this meet up opened a lot of people’s eyes to the excitement and torture that is photography.

Night Shots of Onsan

Thu, 11/22/2012 - 15:47 — jt

With the December meet up of the Photographers in Ulsan Photography Club, I thought that I would make this post about how to get the shots from that location, so that people can get some practice and make the best out of their time.

Equipment

Schinster’s Street Drama

Tue, 11/13/2012 - 13:33 — jt

Last week I had the pleasure of being introduced to an amazing photographer who grew up in Ulsan and has since moved on to become one of most interesting photographers I have met. Schinster as he calls himself grew up around downtown Ulsan and has returned to show some of his amazing works.

Photographing the Busan Fireworks Festival 2012 Pt.2

Thu, 10/25/2012 - 13:32 — jt

If you haven’t read the first post you can read it here. At any rate, I am going to elaborate more on the topic and provide some great information about actually getting decent shots from this weekend. Since this will be my first actual time heading there with the intent of capturing images and not just enjoying the moment, I will be showing images of past firework events that I have been to. Don’t worry the information and techniques will be exactly the same.

Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photo Walk Ulsan 2012 Update

Wed, 10/03/2012 - 21:01 — jt

Just a quick update on the progress of the Worldwide Photo Walk. I have recently set up a facebook event to get more awareness. I have posted the link around the local groups but feel free to share.

Fundraising event!!

Sun, 09/16/2012 - 11:47 — jt

Hey everyone! This is the first time that I have tried something like this. So, I have the opportunity to buy a really sweet espresso machine but the catch is that I am married and my wife will most likely kill me if I spend $800 on a used espresso machine (plus grinder and goodies!)… really…. she would…

Day Trippin': Nami Island

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 20:04 — SeoulSearching

I love living in a city. I've even gotten to the point where I don't think I'd be able to survive not living in a city. I have to admit, however, that sometimes it's nice to get away from the neon and concrete, if only for a day. One of the great things about Seoul is that there are a variety of places nearby that allow residents and visitors to escape the city and explore the softer side of Korea.

One of the best day trips to take, so long as the weather permits, is to Nami Island. Situated in Chuncheon, 60km east of Seoul, Namiseom is a small oasis of culture and tranquility (when it's not packed with people).

Flash Light Photography Workshop: Recap

Mon, 06/18/2012 - 13:38 — jt

Participants test some of the new skills they learned during Saturday’s Workshop in Busan.

Out with the Guys

Thu, 06/14/2012 - 06:32 — jt

The other night I had a great night out with a couple of great photographers, James Pawlowski and Ben Hobson At any rate, it was great to be standing on top of a building near the petro chemical complex with two great photographers.

Buddha’s Birthday Review

Wed, 05/30/2012 - 15:32 — jt

I love this time of year. I am not Buddhist but I do feel a great sense of calm when I am at temples, but sadly depending on the time you go, calm might not be achieved. However, this year I had a really great experience and even a personal tour of Junggwangsa.


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