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I did a theyyam photo tour with Arun in October 2024. Arunda is an excellent mentor and excellent photographer. Photographers organizing Photo Tours can be one of four combinations
1. Great photographer, bad mentor 2. Bad Photographer great mentor. 3. Bad photographer, bad mentor 4. great photographer, great mentor.
Arunda is strongly the fourth option. He does not hold back on sharing tips from his vast three decades of photography experience. I personally loved that he is a very warm human being with an excellent sense of humor.

The other unique about him is, he is very sharply observant. He could be lost in thought, looking at the complex menu on a camera while paying attention to what is being talked about, and at the same time, making sure that nobody is in harms way.

Possessing indefatigable energy, and at the same time he is a super chill person.

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The Theyyam, Kannur 2024 trip was truly a fairytale experience! I feel incredibly fortunate to have been a part of it, especially under the mentorship of Arun Saha. All I had to do was show up—Arun took care of the rest. Beyond guiding me on camera settings, he knew exactly where to place me for the perfect shot. I had initially thought about going solo, but now I can see how much I would have missed out on if I had.
Witnessing Theyyam and Kalaripayattu through his guidance was an eye-opener; he helped me see and capture these art forms in ways I hadn’t imagined. The experience was absolutely worth the investment, and as a bonus, Arun also taught me invaluable editing skills that have truly upgraded my abilities. I can’t wait to join his future tours!

 
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This Theyyam Oct 2024 is my second tour with Arun and I hope it will be succeeded by many more. The first was with my son in Kulasai. It was quite a hot weather and the conditions were dynamic and demanding. We still were able to get pretty good shots. Theyyam on the other hand was a bit more relaxed with a couple of organized sessions on Kalari and Kathakali. Both of these made the trip a lot easier. Regardless of the conditions, the plans, Arun’s ability to push us to our best while not crossing any boundaries makes it really worthwhile to go with Arun on any of the sessions he organizes. This flexibility is something that is rare and I really value that in him. He also teaches a lot about post processing which in itself is a session not to be missed. Even without photography, Arun’s trips are fun and help you gain good friends. Thanks Arun!

Pradeep Cholayil

Special thanks to Arun Saha for being an exceptional photography mentor during the Kulasai Dasara festival.

Arun’s expert guidance and valuable insights significantly improved my photography skills. His mentorship enabled me to capture captivating images that I’m truly proud of.

I’m eager to join his future photography expeditions and continue learning from his expertise.

Thank you, Arun, for sharing your passion and expertise.

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I have been following Mr. Arun Saha’s work for the past eight months and I was mesmerized seeing his beautifully composed pictures all across social media. I got my first opportunity to travel with him during the Kulasai Festival trip October 2024. I loved his approach towards the participants as compared to my previous tours with various other mentors all over India during my last seven years of exploring India.
He initially gave us a full detailed briefing on what to expect from the tour and the angles and settings that you will need along with the preferred gear for the photo shoot of each day based on the festivals various activities along with BTS photoshoots in the villages etc. This session was the most important lesson which helped us in being prepared and ready for the photo shoot in spite of the huge rush of devotees and photographers around us.
Daily evening, he provided us with detailed processing techniques to be followed to carry out the post processing of the shots taken during the day. Best part of the tour was his very friendly attitude to each and every participant and willingness to answer all queries of each participant in detail.
I highly recommend all serious photographers, hobbyists Mr. Arun Saha’s tours which are well planned in line with the theme of the tour.
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ELAINE SPRINGFORD

I first heard about the pehlwan (wrestlers) of Kohlapur a few months ago and decided to include it in our next India itinerary. I wanted to tell the visual story of the rigoureus regime of the pehlwan and their life in the talim. The only drawback was, would I a woman be allowed inside the talim to obtain the photos I desired.
Fortunately a friend directed me to Arun Saha and from the first point of contact Arun knew what I wished to achieve and offered a tailor-made photo workshop for myself and husband.
We travelled to Kohlapur from Mumbai and Arun from Pune, and met exactly at the pre-arranged time and place. Arun’s planning of the best photographic time to visit each talim was very well organised. During the four separate sessions not only was the shooting fruitful but also pleasurable to be with Arun. Arun offered good tips, and was instrumental in obtaining for me the access that I required.
Arun and I met as strangers and left as friends. I look forward to the opportunity of shooting with Arun in the future and would have no hesitation to recommend Arun Saha to other photographers.
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Initially I was skeptical about my trip for KULASAI DASARA. I personally believe any photographer must know the story and background so that he is able to visualize entire perspective.
Arun Saha was our mentor for the trip. He is so serious that before the trip he organized a Webinar to share the story and reply to our all queries regarding the tour that made us understanding the entire journey easier.
Finally we all participants met and for the first time I met Arun. He is a person who can win the hearts of any individual with his mesmerizing personality. Excellent mentor, in depth knowledge and a nice human being. More I say less it will be.
It was a memorable trip for me. Will join again next year too. After Kulasai Dasara, proceeded along with him to cover Theyyam.
To me, Arun is a friend, philosopher and guide with all possible solutions for any requirement.
Last but not the least his all tours are economical without any compromise.
Will return home, join Office but these few days spent with him will always be close to my heart forever.
I Wish to join him in many of his future tours as much as possible.

“An Unforgettable Photography Journey with ASP”
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The photography tour to Ladakh was an experience of a lifetime, one that I will cherish forever. This was my first photography tour, glad that I had it with one of the best photographers cum mentors. It was a wonderful learning experience for me.

Mr. Arun Saha’s experience, energy and expertise were invaluable. His mentorship, guidance and support made the trip even more enjoyable and enriching. His suggestions on shooting spots, moments, composition and ideal setups were apt and greatly contributed to my skill and knowledge.

The itinerary was excellently planned, allowing us to sufficiently explore and capture the picturesque sites and also the very essence of Ladakh covering multiple monasteries, unique local festivals, cultures and communities.
Arun Sir took special care to arrange and ensure comfort and convenience with regard to the place of stay, food schedules and logistics.
This trip was truly exceptional and unforgettable, it provided ample opportunities to learn, share experiences, and develop new connections for all participants. Will surely look forward to join Arun Sir for the next trip in the future.

Arun Saha is a very good friend of mine. But setting aside that friendship part, I’ve lots of respect for his eye for photography. I’ve been with him before, but that was a personal trip.
For the first time, I had been with him in his ASP photo tours. I must say here, that I had been to Ladakh before. But here I felt the difference. Because Arunda has planned his trips so well, this trip has been very fruitful. Made a lot of photos, and shooting with Arunda was a pleasure. And regarding the logistics facilities like transport & accommodations, it’s been top class. Surely would plan future trips with him. My best wishes to ASP phototours.

To experience and capture ‘Braj ki Holi’ is every photographer’s dream, and this for me was made possible by Arun Saha. During the Holi photo-tour to Vrindavan, we realized it wasn’t an easy one, for it required a high level of physical, mental and logistical preparation. It is because of Arun’s experience and the relationships he has built there, that the tour became easy for us!

As a mentor, he is genuinely concerned about the quality of your work, is honest with feedback and open about tools & techniques he uses to get world-class photos. The tour met every expectation possible and I certainly look forward to more learnings with him.

In march 2021 I joined Arun Saha Sir in his Holi photo tour..I found Arun Sir to be a great mentor. After that I do Haldi Photo tour in Feb 2023 & again Holi Photo Tour in March 2023…Everything was very well organised.. This time Arun Sir also arranged rain cover for our cameras…The Transport, hotel & food was well arranged..The best part is that Arun Sir is so friendly & approachable that you can ask him to review or his suggestions on any of your photos clicked during the photo tour…Arun Sir also arranged a Photo review session on his busy schedule… From this 3 of Photo tour The haldi trip in this year experience was amazing…that’s my favourite actually.. I personally learnt a lot from Arun Sir on these 3 photo tours.. I met some senior photographers from India & overseas also & enjoyed a lot during these photo tours. I can recommended everyone to go out with Arun Sir.. Thank you.

In March 2023 I joined Arun Saha in his Indonesia trip. Though I know Arun for quite a long time and took part in many of his photo tours I was a bit apprehensive about this trip as it was his first Indonesia trip. But after doing the trip I realised that I would have missed some great photo opportunities if I had not joined this trip. The entire trip was amazing. The place was beautiful itself but in collaboration with the local photographers Arun arranged everything so flawlessly that we all had an excellent experience. We got numerous amazing photo frames, the hospitality was beyond expectations though the tour cost was very reasonable and above all Arun ensured it with great expertise that all participants come back home with lots of great pictures and he also told us to feel free to approach him if we need any kind of guidance or assistance regarding the post-processing of those pictures. We all came back with great satisfaction and almost all of us decided then and there that we would join Arun’s next Indonesia trip also.

I did a wonderful Holi photo tour with Arun. Everything was very well arranged before the tour started, we already received a lot of information and tips. And he arranged protection for our cameras. And during the tour it took us to the right places to take beautiful pictures and gave good tips and directions. But also the transport and hotel was well arranged. Thanks to Arun’s photo tour, we came home to the Netherlands with beautiful pictures. And working with photographers from India is a good addition and I wouldn’t have wanted to miss it. Looking forward to another photo tour with Arun and the Indian photographers.

I joined Arun for the Holi trip this year and the experience was amazing! Not only is Arun a master of compositions, he is very technically sound and makes for a superb mentor. I personally felt that I learnt a lot from Arun on the trip. I will definitely be doing another trip with him and would highly recommend him to others as well.

I am fairly new to the world of photography, and was looking for a tour which would further help me step into this art form. I had been
following Arun Saha’s photos both on Facebook and Instagram, and found them to be very soulful, always having a story behind them.
Recently, I got the opportunity to participate in a photo tour organised by him to cover Barsana and Nand Gao Holi 2023.
I found Arun sir to be a great mentor. He helped me solidify my basics, and gave me a good grasp on my camera settings and how to frame compositions. Physically, the tour was difficult, but with sir’s support and guidance, I was able to capture good photographs. In fact, he ensured that each one of us in the group was able to get good frames. The hospitality was also top-class and his assistant Satyendra Pratap was always there to help us with a smile on his face. I met senior photographers and made some new friends too. I look forward to attending many more photography tours with ASP under Arun Saha Sir.
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What a joy to photograph Holi with top photographer Arun Saha. The preparations for the tour were very valuable and really helped us. The guidance was also optimal during the tour. I can recommend everyone to go out with Arun. I will definitely be back for one of his other workshops. Thanks for all the good advice and for your help Arun.

We had the great pleasure of meeting Arun on our recent trip to India. Arun guided us through a wonderful 2 days on the streets and the sights of Mumbai. His knowledge of the city and the right spots to capture great photos is second to none. He led us to areas at the right times to capture images with the perfect play of lights and shadows. His friendly and easy-going way helped us see India in a whole new light and we hope to travel back to India very soon and experience Arun’s Holi experience. Anyone interested in a photographic experience in India should definitely contact Arun.

I attended the Barsana Nandgaon Holi Phototour with Arun Saha sir in 2023. Whatever I write down here does not justify my experience during the entire phototour. The best part is that Arun sir is so approachable that you can ask him to review or his suggestions on any of your photos clicked during the trip. He arranged the tour to perfection and everything was planned so meticulously. He arranged for a photo review session at the end of our tour which I found to be the most unique and helpful part. This helped me to understand where I can improve my photography. Probably I would never learn as much as I have learnt during this entire tour. Met with several experienced photographers from all over the world which helped me to get their various perspectives as well.
Looking forward to attend the next phototour with Arun Saha sir. ❤️🙏

For past few years I was looking for a trusted Partner for visiting and photographing the Theyyam Tour. In between, we were hit by the Pandemic and two full years didn’t get any opportunity. This year March 2022, when things got a bit better, it was a great opportunity to go down and experience Theyyam in and around Kannur, Kerala region. This was made possible all due to Arun Saha, someone who took us into the magical land of Kerala. The stay was fantastic, food was fantastic, company of fellow photographers was awesome, made some new friends too. Arun Saha is a great mentor, someone who assists in details, does help with tips on what to do, what to expect, and where to stand. Honestly in the sea of people who converge at Theyyam every day and night, it’s the most difficult photographic tour I have experienced, as it tests your patience, and physical abilities including sleepless nights, day and night running around, very low lights during Night Theyyams and people moving in your frames all the time to get the best composition or frame is very challenging. Arun Saha made it all possible, thanks to him, did get a chance to photograph, meet wonderful photographers and most importantly experience the best classical and traditional art form festival which shouldn’t be missed by anyone in India and outside. Anytime recommended !!!

My sincere thanks to Arun Sir who built my interest in photography. My journey started with a theoretical workshop with him in kolkata where I learned more than I could imagine about this field of art. The best part about Arun Sir is his vision. His photographs and the knowledge he gives us about the same always says a story. The workshop made me attend the actual field trip to Varanasi for Dev Deepawali . It was just fantastic, I learned a lot as communicating with him is so comfortable. I am looking forward to attend more of ASP field trips as they are fun and I meet so many new amazing photographers too.