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Do you love capturing travel-inspired moments through photos and video? And now you’re looking to take your photography and videography to the next level? Here are some tips to do just that!
Research equipment
While a good eye and some natural instinct will help you snap those breath-taking photos and video reels, equipment also plays a pretty part. If you’re not sure what exactly to look for: compact, multi-function, high shutter-speed etc. it’s a good idea to go camera window shopping. Amazon is the best place to look at new and used cameras for every budget, plus you’ll see reviews from people who have already tested them out!
Once again, a naturally good eye is huge but there’s always more to learn! If you are new to DSLR cameras, a course can help extract the best photos and videos from your device.
Travel Blogger, Nomadic Matt, rolled out a very detailed and effective photography course as part of his SuperStar Blogging Program. Capture the World: A Guide to Travel Photography goes through the “nuts and bolts” of cameras, rules of composition, long-exposure photography, promotion and more. The all-in-one course will get anyone with an interest in photography rearing to get out and start capturing moments.
Those travelers looking to concentrate on videography, look no further. Travel Blog Success offers a comprehensive story-telling course: Videography for Travel Bloggers. You’ll be guided through how to shoot, edit and publish videos for use on social media and your blog. Plus, the course’s private Facebook group offers the opportunity to connect and collaborate with other travel videographers!
Get inspired by great photographers and videographers
Get your regular dose of inspiration by following the most talented travel photographers and videographers. Here are some suggestions from our interview series:
Gary Arndt of Everything Everywhere
Caroline Makepeace of YTravel Blog
Matt Stabile of The Expeditioner
Make it shareable!
If you’re putting your heart and soul into taking great photos and videos you’ll want to share them with the world! Instagram is the most well-known platform for sharing stunning photos but Pinterest will help drive more traffic to the blog where your photos actually live! Learn how to create pinnable images and eye-catching descriptions with Pinning Perfect from Blog Clarity.
Which other steps would you recommend for becoming a great Travel Photographer and/or Videographer?
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