Smithsonian Magazine | Myanmar Elephants - Photographer’s Selects
Welcome to Photographer Selects, an exclusive series on ASKMOTT where I reveal a full set of client-delivered images from recent photography assignments. Each post dives into the assignment details, the gear I used, and my approach to capturing the shots. Unlike typical photography showcases that only highlight the best images, this series offers a transparent look at my creative process—including the good, the bad, and everything in between. You'll gain insight into how I work a scene, the shots my clients ultimately choose (which aren’t always my personal picks), and practical tips to enhance your own photography skills
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
CLIENT | The New York Times Travel
SHOOTING DAYS | 2 Shooting Days
LOCATION |Myanmar
GEAR | Leica M10D with Leica 35mm Summilux Lens Wotancraft Pilot Series Bag. (See my full gear page here)
PHOTOGRAPHER SELECTS
Justin Mott is an award-winning editorial, travel, and commercial photographer and director based in Vietnam for over a decade. He has shot over 100 assignments throughout Vietnam and Southeast Asia for the New York Times covering tragedy, travel, features, business, and historical moments.