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Every place that we visit is unique. It consists of distinct landscapes, sights, sounds and smells and as any photographer worth his salt will tell you – it is possible to capture all of those aspects in a single photo.
Whether you’ve just ventured in to travel photography or are already a pro, learning new tips and tricks in this field is a life-long process, and an extremely fruitful one. In this article, we’ve compiled for you 5 helpful tips that will take your travel photography game to the next level.
You must know your camera like the back of your hand. Whether you use a professional DSLR or are starting out with a simple smart phone camera; you’ll go a long way if you know how to make full use of its features.
Watch free tutorials on YouTube, read articles and seek help from established photographers. Before you begin, make sure you are well-versed with your camera’s features and supporting gear. This knowledge will go a long way in making the most of your tools.
Get up early to get the best shots. Touristy areas are most likely going to be full of people by late morning so it’s always a good idea to set out super early and make use of the empty spaces. This is highly recommended as you will also get the best lighting during the wee hours of the morning.
Before you get to a city, chart out a simple itinerary. Research places you want to see by going through platforms such as Instagram and Pinterest. Having an idea of the places you want to hit for your adventure photography tours will save you time looking them up and searching for their location once you are in the city.
Alternatively, don’t stick to a map or a plan entirely. One of the best things about travel photography trip is that it gives you a chance to explore and capture new sights. So, go out of the way, check out nearby shops, streets or coffee houses that look enticing and capture them in interesting angles.
For stand-out images, take a moment to observe your surroundings and subjects and use the viewfinder to creatively fill photos. Make sure you don’t have unnecessary blank spaces in the foreground and find unique ways to photograph your subject with lots of different angles.
Don’t forget to crop every single image that you capture. Smart cropping can be the difference between a great photo and a mediocre one. Start out by looking at the sides and the foreground to crop and while you’re at it, think of how you can crop the image to make your subject the centre of attention.
If you want to polish your skills and master the art of photography, contact Pro.Photo.Tip. We organize dynamic photography travel tours for all kinds of photographers. This is your chance to get real experience on the field with professional photographers and learn all the tricks in the book.
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A cat hangs on a branch. It’s cute, it’s adorable and it’s motivating you to hang in there, baby!
Simple in concept but so effective, the inspirational cat poster was one of the best-selling posters of the era. But what made it so popular to begin with?
According to the designer of the poster himself, Victor Baldwin, the poster and the tiny cat gave solace to people everywhere, in all sorts of trouble. But if we go into the depth of it all, the truth is this; the poster of the tiny cat urging you to move on while struggling to hang on to that branch is a depiction of us all.
We’re trying in every way to forge our way ahead. And when life becomes too overwhelming and we’re not able to find the motivation to move anymore, sometimes the little things can be enough. That’s what this poster achieved. That is positive creativity.
Creativity itself is not limited to arts and crafts, as one would think.
It was creativity and intellect that encouraged scientists to use different methods to search for the God particle, to seek our purpose of existence in this universe and perhaps, to get that candy bar out of the wending machine. Creativity is an umbrella term for every unique idea we think and action we take.
So why not use this creativity for a positive purpose?
Now, you might scoff at the idea of being positive and creative. We live in a dog-eat-dog world and any person who doesn’t have a realistic point of view is doomed to failure. So why should you waste your time on positivity when you know things aren’t always going to go right! You just have to survive!
Thing is, you’re wrong here in perceiving positivity. Being positive is quite different from wishful thinking. Being positive and using that positivity to be creative is something different altogether. Also, you’re mistaking realism for cynicism.
Even if you don’t believe in energy, you cannot deny the fact that being positive and using positive phrases; even thinking positively can have a much greater impact than you think.
By focusing your determination on YES rather than NO, you’re directing yourself to struggle more and find new ways to live a better life. By using creative outlets to express a positive attitude, you’re exuding an optimistic viewpoint that affects your actions. Instead of going on damage control, you’re thinking “how can I accomplish this?” and by that you’re doing it. And if you don’t succeed, you’re using that experience to not make the same mistakes again.
Sometimes, being positive and using it as your guide can give us just what we need to move ahead.
An example is that of artist Dove Grace Quinlan. Having lived a tumultuous life, Quinlan used art as her base for expressing positivity. She created angel paintings and abstract art to define her connection with the spirits and her past experiences. Her abstract angel paintings garner a loyal fan base, because people use her art to gain inspirational and meditative focus. This is how positive creativity works.
Whether you can gain inspiration from cat posters or paintings of newborn abstract angels, stick to something that speaks to you. Even if it’s simple in concept, give it time and let it guide you through!
When it comes to family photography, the true purpose of getting a portrait done lies in the fact that you get a beautiful memoir out of the experience. There are many ways to bolster the bond you have with your family, but there’s nothing like getting a gorgeous portrait to hang up on the walls.
Whether you’re looking to add something new to the family album, or want to showcase your beautiful family as part of your home décor, getting a family portrait done by a reliable photographer is just the right answer. Read more →
According to research conducted on beauty anxiety by Dove, a personal care brand, 77% of women feel camera shy. They feel uncomfortable or self-conscious about the idea of having their picture taken, experiencing minimum to severe anxiety at the thought.
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