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- Top 10 Destinations for Landscape Photography
- How to React When a Photo Shoot Doesn’t Go According to Plan: Stay Positive
- Tips for Managing Staff on a Big Photography Production
| Top 10 Destinations for Landscape Photography Posted: 06 Aug 2013 04:21 PM PDT Final Reminder: Only 1 day left! in the deal on the new: Landscape Photography Guide If you want great landscape shots, you must choose the best locations and make the most of the natural lighting; and while you may get some good scenes wherever you happen to be, the best photos happen when you go in search of the perfect location. If you're hoping to click some breathtaking landscape photographs, here are the top ten destinations in my opinion which will help you achieve your goal: 1. PeruThink Peru and you're immediately reminded of the Incas and that great ancient city of Machu Picchu. This country is a photographer's delight with its great sand dunes, tall, snow-capped mountains, and plateaus that showcase a bygone civilization's legacy. While getting to some of the remote locations may take a few days of air and road travel, the result is worth the effort.  “Machu Picchu” captured by Pat Williamson (Click Image to See More From Pat Williamson) 2. New ZealandAlmost under the globe, this tiny nation is chock full of rivers, glaciers, fiords, mountains, geysers, beaches and islands that are a feast for the camera. Most of the country is uninhabited and so free of pollution and interference from mankind. Not for nothing has New Zealand been called as a landscape photographer's dream come true. It's at the other end of the world if you live in the USA, but once you get there, this beautiful country will win you over with its natural beauty.  “Mitre Peak” captured by David A Hamments (Click Image to See More From David A Hamments) 3. ChileThis narrow strip of a country nestled between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean is home to some of the greatest landscapes in the world. From the dry and arid Atacama Desert in the north to the glacier regions in the extreme south, Chile is a potpourri of climates and scenery. It is rich in forests, volcanoes, glaciers, lakes, fiords, inlets, islands and canals which are perfect settings for any photographer. It also controls Easter Island which has many archeological sites that form great landscapes.  “Villarica Volcano” captured by Sergio Veludo (Click Image to See More From Sergio Veludo) 4. NepalThis tiny Himalayan nation is famed not just for its brave and adventurous Sherpas but also for the huge mountains that are a photographer's paradise. Add to this its lakes, rivers and snow-covered land, and you can spend days here with your camera and still not have enough time to capture it all on film. However, it is prone to political unrest, so ensure that it's safe to travel there before you make plans to do so.  “Thame at sun rise” captured by Matt Cross (Click Image to See More From Matt Cross) 5. AustraliaIt's a large country, but one which is sparsely populated. Around 60 percent of the population is concentrated in and around its six major cities, and this makes the rest of Australia a landscape photographer's ultimate destination. Sandy white beaches that are unspoiled by man, rainforests that house a variety of wildlife, rugged mountains, the vast outback, and dry deserts make for great photographs.  “Sunrise on Sommerset” captured by Ian Clark (Click Image to See More From Ian Clark) 6. The NetherlandsMuch of this small European nation is land reclaimed from the sea; it is a country rich in dykes, canals, national parks, lakes, woods, dunes and heaths. Amsterdam is a sight for sore eyes with its picturesque canals that wind around the city, often replacing roads and bordering houses. A photographer could wander about on a boat or a bicycle snapping great pictures of the surrounding landscape.  “Waterfront” captured by David Hobcote (Click Image to See More From David Hobcote) 7. GreeceThis mountainous country is home to some of the best natural landscapes in the world. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides which gives rise to pristine beaches along the tenth longest coastline in the world. Add to this beautiful mountain peaks and solitary islands, lovely lakes and vast wetlands, and you can see why Greece is a sought after destination for landscape photography.  “Oia” captured by Andrew Wood (Click Image to See More From Andrew Wood) 8. UtahThis desolate state in the US is famed for its geographical tourism. With the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado Plateau, and the Great Basin as its prime attractions, Utah is filled with vast areas of desert and mountainous ranges. Almost 80 percent of its population is concentrated in and around Salt Lake City, so the rest of its area lends itself to some of the best landscape photography in the world.  “Sentinal Mesa and West Mitten” captured by Paulo (Click Image to See More From Paulo) 9. IcelandKnown colorfully as the land of fire and ice, Iceland is famous for its dramatic landscape dotted with volcanoes, glaciers and sheep pastures. The 24-hour sunlight in the summer makes for some great lighting, and with more than half the population in and around the capital city of Reykjavik, the rest of the country is far from regular tourist attractions and hence a photographer's ideal shooting location for landscape pictures.  “Steam and sky in Iceland” captured by Ágústa G Ólafsdóttir (Click Image to See More From Ágústa G Ólafsdóttir) 10. TanzaniaSituated in the heartland of Africa, this country boasts mountains, plains, large plateaus, national parks and wildlife, waterfalls, and sprawling lakes. It is home to the highest mountain peak in Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro and its deepest lake, Lake Tanganyika. It is ideal for landscape photography with its large open spaces and teeming wildlife.  “Tanzania” captured by Nelly W (Click Image to See More From Nelly W) About the Author New Landscape Photography eBook Deal Ending Soon:This popular new guide, Living Landscapes, will help you move past the point, click and hope approach to landscape photography. You'll learn from a pro how to capture stunning landscape photos you'll hang on walls – not hide in albums – by mastering the three key ingredients to stunning and engaging landscape photography. It is currently 33% off for the launch sale which ends very soon ($20). Deal found here: Living Landscapes – A Guide to Stunning Landscape Photography Go to full article: Top 10 Destinations for Landscape Photography |
| How to React When a Photo Shoot Doesn’t Go According to Plan: Stay Positive Posted: 06 Aug 2013 01:36 PM PDT Perseverance. If there’s one trait that a photographer needs, it’s the ability to keep going when things get rough. In this video, photographer Karl Taylor demonstrates his steadfastness as he takes us behind the scenes during a fashion shoot in Iceland (for those of you reading this by email, the video can be seen here): At this shoot, Taylor was faced with high winds, a freezing model, a rogue 5-in-1 reflector, and wardrobe malfunction. Through it all, the photographer laughed and took control of the situation.
As his assistants battled a kite-like reflector that threatened to whisk them into the air, Taylor kept a smile on his face on got to work.
He could have easily given up on the shoot, but thinking on his feet and communicating with everyone on set left him with beautiful results that seem worth the trouble:
It’s rare for a photo shoot to go exactly as planned. No matter how much you prepare, it’s possible for something to go wrong. How you react to the circumstances makes all the difference. Tenacity and a positive attitude can get you through practically any photography session. Go to full article: How to React When a Photo Shoot Doesn’t Go According to Plan: Stay Positive |
| Tips for Managing Staff on a Big Photography Production Posted: 06 Aug 2013 10:45 AM PDT As a photographer, it is up to you to learn how to manage your team no matter how big or small it may be. On bigger productions, it becomes even more challenging because chances are you will be dealing with people you have never met before. Photographer Zach Sutton shares some tips on how he manages the other professionals on location (for those of you reading this by email, the video can be seen here): MotivationZach recommends keeping your team motivated and pumped for the coming production. This makes it less likely for them to quit or drop out at the last minute. Once they have already invested in the project, it can be easier to sustain their interest. Meet Up Before the ShootBefore the day of the actual photoshoot, try and arrange a meet-up with your team members. Zach met up with the model and stylist to avoid any issues with sizes and fit on the big day. It also gave him the opportunity to establish a personal connection with them from early on.  Motivation is contagious when managing a photography crew Be ProfessionalRemember to be professional at all times because people will reciprocate and treat you with the same amount of professionalism you show them. Go to full article: Tips for Managing Staff on a Big Photography Production |
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