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Studies in Travel Photography 2: A podcast by Ryan Libre

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Join Ryan Libre for this 2-minute discussion on how to tell better stories with your travel photography.   More »

Should You Buy A DSLR For Your Travel Photography? Take This Quiz

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Digital SLRs are very popular items these days, especially among travelers. This article will explore the fundamental differences between a DSLR and a compact digicam plus the facts about what a DSLR can and can’t do. We will end with a quiz to test if your pack would be better off lighter with a point & shoot.  More »

10 Photography Books You'll Never Get Tired Of

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GEAR:   Every one of these amazing and diverse photography books belongs on the coffee tables of photographers and photo lovers alike.  More »

When and How to Correctly Use Fast Lenses and High ISO

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Learn how to take good photos in low light conditions without a flash.   More »

5 Essential Tips for the Budding Travel Photographer

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TRAVEL WRITING:   From equipment choices to resources on photo editing, here's everything you need to do more with your travel photography.  More »

Best Point-and-Shoot Digital Camera for Travelers

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GEAR:   Gearing up for your trip and need a new, compact digital camera? This little Nikon has the perfect blend of technology and simplicity and can allow any amature to shoot pro photos.  More »

Studies in Travel Photography: Perspective, Timing, and Themes

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TRAVEL WRITING:   "The easiest way to take a bad photo of something is to look down on it."   More »

How To Take Better Travel Photos With A Basic Camera

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3 Items Worth Buying Now for Your Travel Photography

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GEAR:   Here are a few suggestions on additional photography gear to buy after your camera and lenses...  More »

The A-B-C-D-E of Travel Photography

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Action, Balance, Composition, Depth of Field, Evocation . . .get ready for your photography to dramatically improve.   More »

Pack Your Camera: Burton Zoom Pack [28L]

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GEAR:   Filming a backcountry snowboard flick? Use the backpack designed by riders, for riders  More »

Controlling Light: A Photography Lesson from Myanmar

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TRAVEL WRITING:   "If you start experimenting with exposure compensation, it opens the door to creative photography."  More »

Studies in Travel Photography: "What Makes A Place Special?"

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TRAVEL WRITING:   "What makes a place special? If you can come up with a good answer, a good photograph is sure to follow."   More »

The 6 Best Free Photo Sharing Sites on the Web

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Photo sharing websites are competing for our attention with free accounts and a wide array of features. Learn here which ones work best for you.   More »

Getty Images wants you

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TRAVEL WRITING:   A new group at Flickr lets you show work directly to editors at Getty Images.  More »

Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5K 9MP with 10x Wide Angle Zoom

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5 Tips for Taking Better Photos of Landmarks

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TRAVEL WRITING:   With these simple changes of perspective and equipment, you can capture fresh images of even the most iconic landmarks.  More »

Essential Gear for the Nomadic Travel Photographer

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GEAR:   Are you a serious travel photographer constantly on the move? Check out these essential gear.  More »

What's The Longest You've Ever Spent Trying To Get A Photo?

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Think photography is only about technical skills and equipment?   More »

Controlling Light: A Photography Lesson from Myanmar

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TRAVEL WRITING:   "If you start experimenting with exposure compensation, it opens the door to creative photography."  More »

The Complete Guide to Selling Your Travel Photography

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How to Photograph Children During Your Travels

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Being sensitive to how you approach and interact with local people is crucial to photographing children.   More »

Studies in Travel Photography: A podcast by Ryan Libre

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Join Ryan Libre for this 2-minute podcast that discusses the technical aspects of this photo including aperture, shutter speed, context, and how they can be combined to capture the essence of a place.   More »

5 Items to Set Off Your Obsession with Digital Photography

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GEAR:   Here are a few items to channel your obsession with photography down the right path.   More »

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