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While on Cape Cod, Massachusetts taking care of some personal business, I was able to find time to venture out to take in some of the local scenery. Cape Cod is very rich in scenery and provides a target rich environment for photographers. From the railroad drawbridge in Buzzards Bay to the Provincetown Tower, this quaint environment is a treasure trove of sensory delight. No matter what time of year you visit, there is always something to see and do.

One of my stops brought me to the Truro Lighthouse, shown here. The lighthouse was located on a magnificent piece of property. The lighthouse was originally constructed in 1795, but has since been moved back from it’s original location as a matter of preservation. The cliffs on which the lighthouse was originally constructed are in a constant state of erosion. Read the rest of this entry »

Whilst many of us will take lots of photographs on holiday, what about making the most of our journey too?  Some of you will only be travelling for a few hours; some will be going across the world.  No matter how long your journey takes you can find a way to get some shots that will give you material for your portfolio.

When traveling if you are struggling to get a sharp image don’t be afraid to emphasize movement.  Use a slower shutter speed and if you can some kind of support – it doesn’t have to be a tripod, you can use a bag for support, a table, a chair, the edge of a seat or someone else!  The key is to get a little movement into your images but not too much so that it ends up being a bit mushy mess.  Experiment as much as you can to make sure you are getting the right amount.

Here are some more tips and ideas for you.

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As we approach the summer months, the chances are you will be taking off on some kind of holiday.  Whether it’s a trip on your own or with family and friends, the journeying part of the trip can be a bore.  Whether you are traveling by car, train, boat, plane or by foot, there’s always ways to try and make a journey more interesting by taking photographs.

Here are some ideas.

1.    By Car

To take photographs whilst traveling in a car you of course need to make sure you are the passenger and not the driver!  Provided that you are not responsible for the moving of the vehicle, why not use your camera to take some shots of the landscapes outside.

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Whilst you are on your travels, you may visit a museum.  The outdoors and indoors will generally provide you with lots of photographic opportunities.  The main thing to consider is dealing with indoor conditions as well as etiquette in what is a public place.
Museums are usually strict about who can take photographs and where.  You have to ask beforehand if you can take photographs, the answer could be yes, no or only with a permit.  There may be restrictions on using flash, and restrictions on certain displays, for example special editions and rare articles.  Most museums will allow you to photograph the architecture of the building and the outside/foyer areas.  Don’t try to take photograph sneakily because if you get found out, your equipment may be taken away or you will be asked to leave.
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It may be gloomy at the beginning of the year, but its never too soon to start planning your travels.  For any photographer, going on holiday is a fantastic opportunity to take some new and interesting shots towards the portfolio.  There is no location in the world that doesn’t have its own unique and photo worthy qualities.  Here are some tips on what to do before you go and what to look out for once you are there.

Before you go, make sure you have all the equipment you need to take the photographs you want.   Once you have your kit together, make sure that everything is working and that you know how it functions!  Many people buy new equipment before they go on holiday and as a result, spend too much time figuring out the controls rather than taking pictures.  Read the rest of this entry »

If you’ve ever done any browsing through photography forums lately, you’ll usually come across people who have just gone out and bought a new digital camera. They’re usually coming to these forums looking for various kinds of help or advice on how to shoot this or that. Primarily it seems that they have either just had a child and want to record the events, or they are just about to go on a trip or vacation of some sort. If you are one of these and you’re trying to figure your way around your new camera there’s one bit of advice I have for you: don’t learn how to use your camera on a vacation or in the delivery room. This is coming from one who knows.

I’m not going to blather on about child photography in this post, but rather the world of travel photography. It would seem that travel photography is just like any other type of Read the rest of this entry »