Rafael
About
I am a passionate professional photographer who is dedicated to share my knowledge with people who love photography. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics of photography, or an intermediate photographer looking to improve your skills, I will tailor our lessons to your level of understanding.
Teaching Style
My lessons provide practical advice, personalized feedback and inspiring stories to help you refine your skills.
During our lessons, you will learn how to use your camera and its settings including ISO, F-stops and shutter speeds. We will also cover concepts such as lighting, exposure, and composition to help you take photos in almost any situation.
Curriculum
The lessons can be tailored exactly to the information and level you require.
Credentials & Affiliations
About:
https://rafaelbenari.com/documentary-travel-photographer-rafael-ben-ari-biography/
Education
2003 - Underwater photography and Rescue Diver Professional Association of Diving Instructors New Zealand
1999 - Bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A degree) Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design - Jerusalem Israel
1995 - Photojournalism in New York Institute of Photography - New York USA
Awards
2016 Awarded 3rd Place for Nikon Photo Day New Zealand
2016 Awarded Pond5 Photography Photographer Ambassador
2014 1st place Crowd vote and 2nd place Expert’s choice in "Crowds" photo contest by Nikon N-Photo magazine and Photocrowd
2007 Photo published in Doubletruck Magazine "World's Best News Pictures"[2]
2006 Excellent Artist in photography Grant from the Ministry of Education and Culture of Israel Government
2005 Excellent Artist in photography Grant from the Ministry of Education and Culture of Israel Government
Exhibitions
2024 “A Call to Minyan” - Brisbane Queensland Australia
2011 "Unexpected Israel" - Milan, Italy
2011 "Cultural Friends" exhibition for customs and traditions around the world - Paseo de la Reforma (Reform Promenade) - Mexico City, Mexico
2010 "Stories of Israel: A Photographed Journey to the Country's Soul" - Group Exhibition in Embassies Worldwide
2010 "Tel Aviv: The City that Emerged from the Dunes" - Mexican Senate Headquarters, Mexico City
2010 "Tel Aviv: The City that Emerged from the Dunes" - Fine Arts Metro, Mexico City
2008 "During the 60 years of Israel" - Marseille, France
2008 "live in Israel" - Marseille, France
2008 "Jerusalem- the heart of Israel" - Marseille, France
2003 "Untitled" - Paihia, New Zealand
2003 "The Decisive Moment" - Kerikeri, New Zealand
2002 "A Thin Line trade" - Melbourne, Australia