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  5 Tips & Technique of photography & travelling

 

        1. Feel the Place                                                               

       Photography is not only about visual inspiration. Try the local food, smell local markets and hear local music,this will help you to better understand the story of the place itself.

  

 

        2. Travel slow

        If time allows you, always choice to travel by train or bus over flying. As it will allow you to have better Interactions with the locals. this way wiil makes you know better about the place that you traveled.

 

 

        3. Keep it Natural

 

        One of the most important and influential photographers of all time, Henri Cartier Bresson- Never ever used flash in his photography. A practice he saw as “impolite…like going to a concert with a pistol in your hand.” Try to learn how to use and enjoy the benefit of natural light before you buy that expensive flash or reflector.

 

 

 

        4. Don’t stop Traveling

 

        A good travel photographer must keep is portfolio alive. Keep on traveling : you don’t have to travel to far and exotic places to do so. As it is very easy to travel to anywhere and get “good”  travel photography. Try to bring the beauty of your own local town. Travel to the nearest market or attend the next festival as a way to keep your craft improving.

                                                   

 

        5. Travel Light

        Don’t take your entire house with you. When I travel I take with me only two devices: my phone and my DSLR. No matter where you are, remember to take picture. It could be the best momento for yourself.