XJ's work

more about
your instructor, xj

A professional commercial photographer, founder of Ugly Carrot Studio as well as talented underwater photographer..
Toh Xing Jie has worked on campaigns for some of the world's largest and most recognised brands, photographed international events, as well as won multiple awards for his stunning underwater photography.
Some of his clients include: SK-II, Johnsons & Johnsons, Nikon and Sephora. XJ has also worked in Art Direction alongside creative industry giants such as BBDO, Gyro and VMLY. International events XJ has covered include concerts for Jay Chou, Coldplay, UFC & ONE FC Fights.
A Nikon School appointed instructor, XJ has conducted photography workshops for Nikon as well as Epson.
XJ's Awards:
2022, 2023 ADEX Photo of the Year
2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia
Nature Photographer of the Year
trip overview
Conducted on Lembeh Island, Indonesia - a world renown spot for muck aka macro diving. Begin your underwater photography journey with Toh Xing Jie (XJ), winner of the 2023 Nature Photographer of the Year award.
XJ is also the first Singaporean and youngest winner to have won the ADEX Photo of the Year award in both 2022 and 2023.
During this course you will be introduced to the realm of underwater photography and learn about the use of both constant light and flash in underwater photography.


trip itinerary
* Subject to change and adjustments based on final trip participants.
Day 1 (D)
Fly Singapore to Manado
Transfer to Resort
Check In, R&R
Theory 1: Get to know your Camera
Dinner
Day 2 ( B/L/D)
Theory 2: Shooting with Constant Light & Flash
Dive 1
Review over Lunch
Dive 2 & 3
Review & Feedback
Dinner
Day 4 ( B)
Transfer to Airport
Return Flight Manado to Singapore
trip cost: S$2,388
Early bird: S$2,688
Early Bird: Sign up by 15 Jun 2024
Deadline for Trip Registration: 30 Jun 2024
Option for Regular Diver or Non Diver available upon request.
Day 3 ( B/L/D)
Dive 4 & 5
Review over Lunch
Rest & Relax
Dinner


















