9 Tips for the Self-Taught Travel Photographer
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You know you secretly want to be a National Geographic photographer. But it takes a lot more than hoping. Self-learning is fun and cheap, but it has pitfalls many people fall into. Check out these nine steps and see how to avoid them. More »
Studies in Travel Photography: A podcast by Ryan Libre
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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 »
Should You Buy A DSLR For Your Travel Photography? Take This Quiz
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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 »
Free Photo Editing Software To Enhance Your Travel Photography
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Studies in Travel Photography: Perspective, Timing, and Themes
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"The easiest way to take a bad photo of something is to look down on it." More »
Pack Your Camera: Burton Zoom Pack [28L]
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Filming a backcountry snowboard flick? Use the backpack designed by riders, for riders More »
10 Photography Books You'll Never Get Tired Of
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Every one of these amazing and diverse photography books belongs on the coffee tables of photographers and photo lovers alike. More »
3 Items Worth Buying Now for Your Travel Photography
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Here are a few suggestions on additional photography gear to buy after your camera and lenses... More »
iPhone Travel Snapper Apps Part 4: For Professionals
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In the fourth and final installment of our iPhone Travel Snapper Apps series, Paul Sullivan takes a look at apps for professionals. More »
5 Tips for Taking Better Photos of Landmarks
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With these simple changes of perspective and equipment, you can capture fresh images of even the most iconic landmarks. More »
5 Essential Tips for the Budding Travel Photographer
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From equipment choices to resources on photo editing, here's everything you need to do more with your travel photography. More »
Controlling Light: A Photography Lesson from Myanmar
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"If you start experimenting with exposure compensation, it opens the door to creative photography." More »
Travel Photography Contests with Low or No Entry Fees
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Notes on different contests, including which ones are worth the entry fees, and which ones you can enter for free. More »
Travel Photographer Interviews: Tewfic El-Sawy
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The creative force behind "The Travel Photographer", Tewfic El-Sawy specializes in documenting endangered cultures and traditional life ways of Asia, Latin America and Africa. More »
Travel Photographer Interviews: Ryan Libre
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MATADOR'S EXPERT ON HOKKAIDO, Ryan Libre is a freelance photographer based out of Japan and Thailand. He has taken photos for 11 books and held solo exhibitions at the Fuji Film Salon, The Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand, and the Nikon Salons in Tokyo and Osaka. More »
Controlling Light: A Photography Lesson from Myanmar
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"If you start experimenting with exposure compensation, it opens the door to creative photography." More »
When and How to Correctly Use Fast Lenses and High ISO
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Learn how to take good photos in low light conditions without a flash. More »
Essential Gear for the Nomadic Travel Photographer
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Are you a serious travel photographer constantly on the move? Check out these essential gear. More »
Travel Photographer Interviews: Audrey Scott & Daniel Noll
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The dynamic duo behind the popular Uncornered Market brand, Audrey Scott and Daniel Noll's photography has appeared on AOL Travel, Huffington Post, and BBC's Your Portfolio. More »
Studies in Travel Photography: "What Makes A Place Special?"
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"What makes a place special? If you can come up with a good answer, a good photograph is sure to follow." More »
Travel Photographer Interviews - Mathieu Young
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Matador Editor at Large Paul Sullivan talks with Matheiu Young about lighting, equipment, portraits, and how he gained his voice as photographer. More »
The 6 Best Free Photo Sharing Sites on the Web
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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 »
10 Tips For Buying A Camera Tripod
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One of the most important investments you can make when buying accessories for a camera is a sturdy tripod. More »
What's In Your Backpack, Ryan Libre, Professional Photographer?
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The A-B-C-D-E of Travel Photography
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Action, Balance, Composition, Depth of Field, Evocation . . .get ready for your photography to dramatically improve. More »
Travel Photographer Interviews: Cameron Karsten
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Photographer Cameron Karsten is currently traveling around East Africa, documenting the work of various communities and nonprofit organizations. With a unique eye for composition and lighting, Cameron is taking particularly soulful images. More »
iPhone Travel Snapper Apps Part 3: Filters and Effects
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In the third installment of our iPhone Travel Snapper Apps series, Contributing Editor and Photographer Paul Sullivan takes a look at photo filter and effect apps More »
Extreme Crossdressing, and Other Fun Flickr Groups
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The strange, the fun, and the hilarious - flickr groups you need to see! More »
Shoot Better Travel Photos With 5 Essential Travel Photo Tips
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Travel Photographer Interviews: Gail Mooney-Kelly
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For over 30 years, Gail Mooney-Kelly has been shooting photos for National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, Time/Life, Smithsonian, as well as the Mexico and Hong Kong tourism boards. More »
Best Point-and-Shoot Digital Camera for Travelers
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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 2: A podcast by Ryan Libre
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Join Ryan Libre for this 2-minute discussion on how to tell better stories with your travel photography. More »
5 Items to Set Off Your Obsession with Digital Photography
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Here are a few items to channel your obsession with photography down the right path.
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Travel Photographer Interviews: Larry Louie
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Larry Louie is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler, Photo District News (PDN), Black and White Photography Magazine, and many more... More »
How to Photograph Children During Your Travels
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Being sensitive to how you approach and interact with local people is crucial to photographing children. More »
6 Ways to Get Great Colors in Your Photos Without Photoshop
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#4: Your in-camera white balance is an amazing tool for correcting different lighting and adding mood to your photos. Try taking a portrait on cloudy and auto, you will see your camera auto WB generally shoots on the blueish side of the spectrum. More »
