4 Ways To Achieve Unique Perspective In Your Photos
If you’ve ever taken a class on photography, you’ve likely heard about the Rule of Thirds, leading lines, and framing. These are all important techniques to make your photos look… well… better. But, just last month, I asked nine magazine editors what they want in photos and they said something different. They said what they want…
6 Tips To Taking More Natural Photos On Your Shoot
As a photographer, you can use your hometown as a backdrop for stock shoots—in fact, staying near home can make it easier to capture more natural photos… the kind today’s photo buyers are after.. For example, take a look at the shoot I recently did for a “Back to School” theme. It’s important to note…
3 Ways To Turn Snapshots Into Professional-Looking Photos
When people meet a talented photographer, you often hear them say, “He’s so gifted, he’s born with it.” But I highly disagree. I firmly believe that we are all born with incredible creativity. And we all have the potential to create stunning images as photographers. Photography, like any other skill, is something you learn, develop,…
5 Important Reasons To Improve Your Camera Skills
As a photographer, there are endless opportunities to keep learning, shooting, and developing your eye. The more you put into it, the more you’ll see your work evolve and improve. That said, here are five reasons why it’s important to first build some solid camera skills: 1. You’ll be ready to seize the moment. You…
The Value Of Networking Opportunities For Travel Writers
When people ask me what I did to launch my writing career into a successful and rewarding experience… one thing always pops into my mind: the power of relationships! In 2014, I made the decision to become a travel writer and I bought GEP’s online course. It had all the details and steps to take,…
10 Ways You Can Contribute To Networking Groups For Travel Writers
“You can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed.” – Napoleon Hill Sharing what you know in networking groups for travel writers builds your identity as a professional travel journalist, shapes relationships, and keeps you visible. However, without experience or published articles under your belt, you’re left wondering what to contribute. Here are…
Great Escape Radio: Episode 130: Getting social with your photos
“If you’re always trying to be normal, you’ll never know how amazing you can be.” –Maya Angelou Host, Jody Maberry brings Kathy Sindorf back to the show. Kathy is a university professor. She’s traveled the world as a television producer and reporter and she’s co-lead photography expeditions for us with her husband, Joe Sindorf. (You…
Write Stronger Articles When You Travel In The Right Company
“When people join groups where change seems possible, the potential for that change to occur becomes more real.” – Charles Duhigg, The Power of Habit More and more studies are showing that if you want to succeed at doing something, you should find a community of folks with the same goal. Not only does it…
How To Find Success With Travel Writing (Or Anything You Want To Master)
Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. In high school, I read the above quote from Calvin Coolidge and have taken his message to heart…
A Supportive Writing Community Can Fast-Track Your Success
“What’s it like to be blind?” the boy asked me. I had been selected to speak to a group of teens in an Atlanta juvenile detention center. The hope was that I might inspire them to make better choices when dealing with adversity and challenges. These were tough kids, and a Pollyanna-style answer would have…