The Photographer’s Rule Of Thirds — What It Is And Why You Should (Mostly) Follow It
Like many things in life, photography has a set of rules that, if followed, will yield better results than not following the rules. This sounds very strict. However, and fortunately for us, photography’s compositional rules are more like suggestions. What constitutes complying with the rules is subjective… and breaking them once in a while is…
To Take Better Photos, You Need To Get Up Close
One of the staples of my photography—and a big reason that clients give me repeat assignments—is my ability to capture portraits that convey the emotions of the people and the context that they find themselves in at that particular moment, whether they’re war refugees or victims of natural disasters. Often, beginning photographers will see an…
Take Unique Photos: Tips To Keep Your Photos Fresh
As a photographer, it’s important to keep things fresh and creative. Yet, it’s so easy to inadvertently fall into a rut and start shooting everything the same way out of habit. One way to approach your art with fresh eyes—so you continue to take unique photos—is to intentionally change your shooting angle. Doing this brings…
Networking For Travel Writers Is Essential: Here’s How To Start
“Welcome aboard the California Zephyr,” the conductor announced as he passed through the observation car. Chicago to San Francisco in a sleeper. The last leg of my coast-to-coast journey by train. I was headed home after a seven-day tour of Florida’s northeast coast. Networking had landed me a 100%-paid trip. Networking. It’s one of those…
Great Escape Radio Episode 93: Two sides to travel writing
“There are two sides to travel writing—the income side and the side of loving what you do, the side that makes you wake up happy every day.” – Lori Allen Great Escape Radio host, Jody Maberry, and Director, Lori Allen, bring Gwyn Goodrow back for a second time as a guest on Great Escape Radio.…
4 Tips To Boost Your Writing Career In This Digital Age
I have a confession to make. Whenever I watch a movie from the pre-Internet Age, a slight pang of envy takes hold of me. Office shots of desks without computers. Typewriters, rotary phones, fax machines. And the best thing: no email! But nostalgia can be a dangerous thing. It rarely paints an accurate picture of…
Travel Photography: Blue Hour Camera Magic
For a few minutes every day, you have the opportunity to create magic with your camera. Sure, photography is always a little magical, allowing us to see things you normally can’t with the naked eye. Stopping time for a split second, making one moment last forever. But one of the most magical times of day…
4 Reasons To Start A Travel Blog This Year
I love having a blog and find it rewarding in so many ways. Here are four top reasons you should start a travel blog today: Reason #4: You Love to Write I’ve met several bloggers who hate to write. But I love to write when I’m in the mood to do it. So will you…
7 Tips To Help You Find Your Blogging Voice
I’ve taken great strides over the years to become an editor’s best friend. By that, I mean that I am part of their “stable” of travel writers—a go-to person whenever they have a need for an article. I meet or exceed deadlines; I proofread and fact-check each piece; I follow their writer’s guidelines; and I…
There Are More Benefits To Being A Spa Writer Than Pure Relaxation
I was on the road to Chianciano to visit one of the many healing hot springs (termes) of Tuscany. The drive through the countryside was bellisima—I rolled my window down and let the sunshine warm my face and the wind twirl my hair. This was my time to unwind and prepare my mind and body…