“We are not tourists. We are a family of travelers.” This is what our Vietnam guide said about us on a recent photo expedition. And it’s one of the things I like most about this Great Escape community. Rachel, who I met this past week at our workshop in New Orleans, plays the cello. Noreen […]
It’s the last day of our travel writing workshop in New Orleans, and today was one of my favorite days. A mix of folks from previous events came back to share their travel writing success stories. Each took a slightly different path with their writing. But they all have one thing in common: each of […]
Writers sometimes think travel editors have secret agendas. We think they’re unapproachable, unlike us, and maybe even a little mean. But it’s just not the case. Many of them depend on freelance writers… and share information on their websites to help you in the door and get your travel story published. In fact, the four […]
I don’t usually tell you to buy new equipment like this. In fact, I usually say the opposite – learn with what you have and upgrade later. But I was researching some cameras for a friend online this weekend and I found that many of my favorite brands are selling used for HALF of what […]
I was listening to an interview with computer security expert Bruce Schneier this weekend and he brought up a very good point… There’s a difference between feeling safe and being safe, he said. It’s an important distinction because you can actually feel very safe when you’re not. And be very safe when you feel insecure. He was […]
If you like to travel and would like to sell your photos, I generally steer you toward these three markets… 1. Stock 2. Fine art 3. Editorial (magazines/newspapers/websites) Many of our pros will say: start with stock. It encourages you to shoot more and improve your skills while eliminating the need to market your images […]
On Facebook last week I asked friends to vote for which of these two photos they liked best… Headshot #1 beat headshot #2 by a whopping 91 to 42 votes. But the folks who liked Headshot #2 said I look more approachable in that photo. There’s a theory about this online that says parting your […]
“You either win or you learn. There is no lose.” – My Jiu-jitsu instructor It’s Day 4 of our photo workshop in Palm Springs, and today was one of my favorite days. A mix of folks from previous events came back to share their photography success stories. And some of them are really impressive! […]
Your camera is just fine. When your photos don’t turn out the way you want, it’s tempting to say “I need a new camera!” But today, on Day 2 of the Ultimate Photography Workshop, professional photographer Daniel Nahabedian reassured us that a new camera is NOT what you need. He went from never owning a […]
“I’m going to go home and kiss my husband!” It’s Day One at the Ultimate Photography Workshop in Palm Springs, and all around me groups of participants are chatting at their tables after the morning’s sessions. I overhear Melanie, at the next table, talking about her journey here. “My husband gave me this workshop […]
