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Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

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Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

A few shots of the various Koteka worn by men of one tribe at the Goroka Show. I can’t find the name of this tribe in my notes so if anyone knows please tell me!

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Koteka ( Penis Gourd ) usage – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

October 25th, Karate Day – A Master Class at Shuri

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Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

After the earlier demonstrations in the shicha-nu-una, the final events of karate day took place in the forecourt of Shuri Castle. Eight of the most senior karate masters in the world each performed a kata. Of the eight, I’ve only photographed Zenpo Shimabukuro sensei which just shows how much further we have to go with the Karate Masters Portrait Project.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Masters Demonstration at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day – October 25th

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Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

On Okinawa, October 25th is Karate Day. There have been various events happening all month, but yesterday the main ceremony took place at Shuri Castle.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

As you can imagine, there were a lot of black belts, and quite a few red / white belts worn by the masters of certain karate styles.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

There were a few demonstrations of traditional kata both in groups and alone.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

And some set movement sparring

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Kiyohide Shinjo demonstrated why he’s known as the Okinawan Superman.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

And why he doesn’t need an axe to chop firewood.

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

Karate Day Demonstrations at Shuri Castle, Naha, Okinawa

The Boy of the Kowampi

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Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Three shots of the same boy from the Kowampi tribe. He had this half smile on his face, and was standing amongst a group of women.

Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Kowampi Singsing Group, Obura Wanenara District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province

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Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

I was told that the black skin is done by mixing ash from a wood fire with butter. This is then smeared onto the skin to create the traditional tribal style of the Nomba.

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Nomba Womens Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province

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Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Members of the Eyarokawe tribe had wonderful interesting faces, and their headdresses reminded me of Tina Turner. I believe the tusks in their mouths are from wild boar. The young kid above, would probably win the award for most adorable child in Papua New Guinea.

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Eyarokawe Singsing Group, Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province

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Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province - Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Noworya Singsing Group, Wonenara, Eastern Highlands Province – Goroka Show, Papua New Guinea

Off Camera Flash Workshop – December 7 & 8, 2013

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Off Camera Flash Workshop Image by Robert Mallon

Off Camera Flash Workshop 2012. Image by Robert Mallon

Off Camera Flash Workshop

Move your flash away from your camera to create more natural images or to give your photographs a drop of magical light.

December 7 & 8 2013 1PM to 6PM
Class Size: Max 12  Location: Ishikawa, Uruma City, Okinawa (Maps and pins will be sent out)
Instructors: Pete Leong & Chris Willson

Price US$150   To book a place on the course please email me on chris(at)travel67.com I will send you a paypal request for the class fee. Payment secures your place on the course.

Off Camera Flash with Wedding Photographer Pete Leong

Off Camera Flash with Wedding Photographer Pete Leong

Pete uses off camera flash everyday as an wedding photographer. He can use it to overpower the sun, and create flattering light for the bride and groom. He’s very good a what he does, and a great person to learn from.

Off Camera Flash with Wedding Photographer Pete Leong

Off Camera Flash with Wedding Photographer Pete Leong

On the first day we will talk about the different types of strobes and how to get the most out of them on and off camera. The second day we will move from TTL to manual flash control, and from wired to wireless triggers. At the end of the weekend we will hit the beach and Pete will give a short masterclass in location lighting with a model.

Let there be light - Take that flash off your camera

Let there be light – Take that flash off your camera

Students should have their own digital SLR camera. If you have a flash please bring it along, but it is not necessary for the course.  We will have plenty of gear for everyone to play with test out.

Off camera flash

Off Camera Flash with Travel Photographer Chris Willson

For me, off camera flash is a useful tool that allows me to get editorial shots that would have otherwise been impossible. There’s a flash and either a trigger or cords kept in my travel bag so that I always have the option of bringing my own light to the party.

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Off Camera Flash with Travel Photographer Chris Willson

And here are a couple of images of Pete and I, taken with off camera flash by Shawn Miller. Shawn attended the OCF workshop previously and now creates amazing images with that extra splash of magical light.

Pete Leong by Shawn Miller

Pete Leong by Shawn Miller

Chris & Bear by Shawn Miller

Chris & Bear by Shawn Miller