From the course: The Traveling Photographer: The Basics
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Balancing travel with travel photography
From the course: The Traveling Photographer: The Basics
Balancing travel with travel photography
Okay, we talked about circadian rhythms a little bit. Like when you're are mostly a photographer, when you're mostly a traveler. But you're never completely a photographer, and you're never completely a traveler. There's always a mix going on. And playing that mix is kind of an important thing when you're traveling with companions. Especially if it's like a spouse and kids. Here are some things that I'd like you to think about when you're on the road with a camera. Earn your keep as a photographer. And be polite. And, and do all the little things that are the, the lubricant that makes things go smoothly. For instance, if I see an amazing patch of light. And I want to bale and make a picture. My wife is cool about that. She knows me. We've been married 21 years. But I always thank her after that. I appreciate you letting me take that ten minutes. That was a gorgeous light. I wouldn't have gotten that otherwise, that sort of thing. I try to earn my keep as the documentarian for the…
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Choosing your gear wisely11m 40s
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Pro tip: Lenses in and be aware1m 28s
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Research and planning strategies10m 13s
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Pro tip: Pray for bad weather1m 38s
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Travel logistics: What to carry, what to check6m 6s
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The physiology of travel4m 31s
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Cell phone options and essential apps5m 58s
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Washing clothes on the road5m 55s
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Circadian rhythm5m 21s
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Pro tip: Drop everything for amazing light1m 50s
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Balancing travel with travel photography3m 59s
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