Do you dream of being a photographer in Africa, making amazing pictures of some of the most incredible animals in the world? One of the best and most economical options (relatively speaking) is to join a group on an African photo safari (tour) led by a professional wildlife photographer whose job it is to help […]
Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours
Photography Workshop or Tour: Which is Right for You?
10
May
May
One of the best ways to improve your photography skills is to take a workshop with a pro. But workshops cost money, require commitment, and only provide value if you’re serious about learning. Is a Photography Workshop Right For You? Let’s start with a little Q & A to provide some context. What is a […]
Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours
What Photojournalist Peter Turnley Taught Me About Street Photography
28
Jun
Jun
My photography has felt a little uninspired lately. When I travel it’s easier. A new place, new people, I burst with motivation. But at home in New York City, a place I’ve lived and gotten used to for over 15 years, I go blank. In hopes of igniting a spark of creativity, I took a […]
Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours, Wildlife Photography / Tips
14 Tips on How to Prepare for an African Wildlife Photo Safari
25
Jan
Jan
One of the most spectacular photographic opportunities on the planet is an African safari. I wish I had the skill to properly convey how amazing it is in all the ways one would dream about. And how impossibly inspiring it is from dawn until dusk. But even as I read this I know my description […]
Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing a Travel Photography Tour
22
Jun
Jun
Going on a travel photographer tour can be a spectacular adventure: You’re exploring a bucket list destination, making new friends who have a shared interest, and improving your skills as a photographer with the help of a talented professional. But with the myriad of organizations offering excursions of all kinds, it can be a challenge […]
Caribbean, Cuba, North America, Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours
Cuba Photography: Exploring Havana with Santa Fé Photographic Workshops
02
Feb
Feb
For the avid traveler and photographer, photographing Cuba and its people is the definitions of an embarrassment of riches. It’s visually compelling and the source of 24/7 inspiration far beyond the brightly colored buildings, decaying facades, and a seemingly inexhaustible fleet of vintage automobiles. Cuba’s challenging history and complicated present should not be ignored, and […]
Photography, Photography Workshops and Photo Tours
5 Important Lessons I learned about Photography at Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
24
Jul
Jul
When you first arrive at the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops, Reid Callanan, the company’s founder, will tell you no matter what course you take the week is not about creating masterpieces, it’s about learning new approaches to photography, opening your mind and eye to fresh ideas, and challenging your skills. It was all that and […]