Travel photography tips from Jimmy
Our photographer on tour, set out on a year-long journey to capture the Go Ahead experience, one tour at a time. To help you become a pro with your own travel photography, we caught up with him for a few picture-taking tips.
Jimmy in action in the Galápagos Islands (Click on the image to see more photos from that tour)
Jimmy, our photographer on tour, set out on a year-long journey to capture the Go Ahead Tours experience, one tour at a time. To help you become a pro with your own travel photography, we caught up with him for a few picture-taking tips.
1
Level your horizon
“This simple rule makes such a difference for creating polished-looking photos. When you’re setting up a shot, just make sure the horizon line is parallel with the top and bottom crop of your lens.”
2
Avoid obstacles
“To let the subject of your photo really get the attention it deserves, look for other objects in the foreground and shift your angle until they’re gone.”
3
Get close to glass
“If you’re trying to shoot through glass—whether it’s through a window or a case around a piece of art—you want to get as close to the glass as you can. Position yourself to a cast a shadow in front of you so that it blocks any reflection that could appear in the glass.”
4
Capture the feeling
“Photos are so special because they let you relive a moment. So when you’re setting up a photo, try to put your finger on what you like about the scene and then focus in on a detail that’s evocative of that feeling.”
Now, take your newfound photography skills on tour!
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