Food Writing: How My Special Diet Led Me To A New Niche
For a long time, I thought food writing was out of the question for me. Sure, I like to eat at least as much as the next person. But I also follow a strictly plant-based diet. And most people don’t. That’s not to say I haven’t found workarounds. One of my first travel-writing jobs was…
How To Get Invited On A Luxury Press Trip
We took our places at the long wooden table inside the cozy Refuge l’Espace. The wooden walls were covered with newspapers bearing whimsical historic headlines as the welcoming aroma of hot lentil soup wafted through the air. Anywhere else on Earth, this little restaurant would have been unremarkable, but Refuge l’Espace sits atop a glacier…
Three Types Of Food Articles You Can Easily Write
Before I travel to a place I’m going to write about, I always research nice places to stay, cool attractions to visit, the unique history of the area, and—of course—where I’d like to eat. I’ve written and published dozens of articles since becoming a travel writer and almost every one of them mentions at least…
Great Escape Radio Episode 101: Write for International Living
“If there’s some synergy in your own interests and what we’re doing at International Living, you’re the best kind of writer for us.” – Jen Stevens Host Jody Mayberry has Jen Stevens back on the show to talk more about what she does specifically as the Executive Editor for International Living magazine. (You can listen…
Take Great Photos And Get Paid More For Your Travel Articles
Back in the 1990s, I was spoiled with luxury. You see, I was a real estate investor, and I got hooked on going to places like New Zealand, Europe, Central America, and South America looking for—and sometimes buying—investment real estate. But then the real estate bubble popped and skimmed the cream off the top of…
Photographing Models For Your Stock Photo Portfolios
Living in Buenos Aires last month, I wanted to take some iconic “tango” shots for my stock photo portfolios. It’s not hard to find tango dancers in Buenos Aires… just go to the main tourist areas and listen for accordion music. But when I found one, I was a nervous to ask her if she’d…
Playing With Stock Photography Got This Image On The Today Show
It was one of the longest, hottest, driest days of my life, and I loved every minute of it… I had flown in to meet up with a group of photographers for a creative weekend of stock photography fun. By 6:30 a.m. at the desert shoot location, our entourage also included a legion of hair…
How I Went From Retired Schoolteacher To Money-Making Photographer
I see there is another Great Escape Publishing Ultimate Photography Workshop coming soon. Unfortunately, I can’t fit this one into my incredibly busy schedule; otherwise, I’d be there like a shot. Why attend another one, you might ask, considering I’ve attended other GEP workshops in Spain, Venice, Paris (twice), Istanbul, and Santa Fe, New Mexico? …
From Corporate Life To Full-Time Photographer: My Photo Success Story
When I started taking pictures at 12 years old, I never really thought about how photography would impact my daily life. All I thought about at the time was how much I loved creating images with that old Argus C3 camera that I bought at a garage sale. I thoroughly enjoyed the process of composing…
Four Photographers Share How They Got The Shot
When you’re learning photography techniques, it’s helpful to know what settings other photographers used to get their shots. Not everyone wants to share that information… But around here, we’re all about sharing and doing everything we can to help you learn! Today, let’s go “behind the photo” with four photographers, as they share how they…
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