The Art of Travel Photography: Six Expert Lessons

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The Art of Travel Photography: Six Expert Lessons

The Most of us wouldn’t dream of traveling—or even taking a day trip—without bringing a camera along. Photographs are a great way to share your experiences with others. They also preserve unique moments, beautiful sights, and memories with friends and family exactly how you want them to be remembered.
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We find our photos often fall flat all too often. of our expectations. We may never go back to the destination we pictured. This makes our disappointing results even more disappointing. From blown-out lighting to the same ho-hum shots that have been done a thousand times before, we’ve all learned how difficult it can be to capture the magic of With a point and click approach, capture the moment or make your travels memorable.

But by understanding some basic photographic principles and best practices, you can develop and refine your photographer’s eye so that you break free from the traps most travelers fall prey to and produce pictures that reach their full potential.

The Art of Travel Photography: Six Expert Lessons This is your ticket to capture the beauty and awe. of Any scene, anywhere in this world. Joel Sartore, National Geographic contributing photographer for over 30 years, is your guide. of Photographer who has been on the road to capture the most extraordinary photographs around the world. of conditions. Filled with practical tips, proven techniques, and field demonstrations, this course helps you learn to see the way professional photographers do so you can take compelling photographs worth framing and sharing—whether you’re traveling to some exotic locale or simply spending a day at the beach.

With Mr. Sartore’s expert guidance, you’ll better understand

How to add your own twist on often photographed attractions
How to make your shots look professional
How to deal with less-than-ideal situations and changing sunlight
The importance of Planning ahead and researching are key to success.
The limitations and capabilities of Your camera.

Leave your Photographic Signature

Who among us hasn’t taken a photograph of Is it possible to admire a majestic monument or a stunning geological feature and then feel disappointed at the disappointing results? Mr. Sartore explains why our attempts pale in comparison to the postcard images we’re familiar with—but he also cautions that postcard images shouldn’t be the goal.

Instead, the course teaches you how to do it. of taking dynamic, intriguing photographs that you haven’t seen before. In every lesson, you’ll learn how to create shots unique (and maybe even quirky) enough to command attention, whether your destination is a cathedral or a campground. Find out how to move beyond the postcard.

Scaling objects
Softening chaotic backgrounds and visually isolating individuals
Shoot silhouettes to make the everyday seem mysterious
using color as a focal point—particularly in clothing;
changing your perspective to a bird’s- or worm’s-eye view; and
Following the rule of Thirds is a way to place subjects in the corner. of The frame.

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You’ll also learn the dos and don’ts of Flash can be used to create a studio-lit look or the basics. of Building photos starting from the background.

Be a thinker before you shoot

Do you prefer to shoot in the sun or out of it? Do you prefer to photograph structures with or without people? of them? Is overcast light desirable or detrimental? Mr. Sartore answers all these questions as he shows how to avoid making common errors and why they happen.

He stresses the importance of the key ingredients throughout the course of You must have patience, persistence, and a sense of the importance of putting yourself in the right place at the right time when a photo op or ideal lighting presents itself—even if that’s before dawn.

He also shows you how to quickly react to the situation and what to look for when you get to a spot to maximize your time there. After you learn what to look for—whether it’s a higher vantage point or a dramatic backdrop—you’ll never take a shot before considering your options again.

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Mr. Sartore is a photographer whose work has been featured by major magazines and broadcasts, as well as a gifted teacher with a special ability to explain his craft and make learners feel as if they’re right in the field beside him. This course will walk you through his thought process in plainspoken language and give an assignment at its end. of Each lesson will allow you to put the techniques into practice.

One of The most thrilling aspects of The Art of Travel Photographing is a great way to meet Mr. Sartore and to see his amazing portfolio. Traveling from Washington, D.C., to Moscow, you’ll see his principles in action and gain knowledge you can put to use during your very next trip or event.