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is the founding editor of JRNY Travel Magazine as well as a professional travel photographer and writer based in the UK. His images have been used by clients such as Condé Nast, National Geographic, Lonely Planet, Rough Guides and many others. Kav is also the co-founder of That Wild Idea, a company specializing in photography workshops and tours both in the UK and around the world.
Every city has them. Street performers are a big part of a city and can often provide great photo opportunities. In some cities, these performers do this as full-time job and actually want people to photograph them. Others may just be trying to spread their name or doing what they love. Whatever the reasons are, […]
Pro-photographer Ben McKechnie’s introduction to photography came when he received a camera as a birthday present when he was a child. He started taking it everywhere he went on family holidays in France and Italy. But despite the early start with cameras, before becoming a photographer, he was a writer. In fact, he didn’t truly […]
Jim Mahar’s journey into photography started while working as a hairdresser in London’s West End. Jim was fortunate to have worked on some of the world’s most famous glossy publications as a hairstylist for photoshoots. He realised that he was as interested in the photography aspect of the shoot as he was in hairstyling. So […]
Every photographer has hit a creative wall at some point in their photography journey. You may just feel disillusioned in general because work isn’t coming through. Or even if you are not a pro, it could just be that you are struggling to capture unique photos when you are on location. Your tested and trusted […]
Food is a great subject to practice photographing at home. While you may not get the same results as when shooting in a studio with proper lighting, a stylist and fancy props, you can still take great photos of food at home. It is also good practice for when you are travelling as you will […]
If I were writing this article a few years ago, there wouldn’t really be any competition between high-end DSLR cameras and mirrorless cameras. DSLR cameras were so far ahead that buying a mirrorless would mean compromising on several factors including image size and quality. There was also the issue around the optical viewfinder versus a […]
Street photography is one of the most popular genres of photography. It is one of the easier branches of photography to practice and it’s accessible for most people. But good street photography isn’t straightforward and often people struggle to capture street photos really well. So to help you, here are 6 street photography tips to […]
A brand new camera can be an exciting purchase. If it’s an upgrade it will mean better quality images and more advanced settings. But buying a new camera also might mean getting used to new dials and controls as well as the camera itself. Cameras are not all the same and some perform better than […]
Any outdoor photographer will tell you that a successful photo will often require more than just turning up to a location that you have researched, setting up a camera and taking some photos. If you really want to capture great travel photos – whether that is to sell or to hang on a wall, then […]
Local parks are great places for anyone who wants to practice their photography. The reason being that there are so many different photo opportunities available without the need to travel too far away from your home. So here are 8 reasons why your local park is a great place to visit to improve your photography. […]
Have you ever wondered why particular natural images appear more visually striking than others? While you might be photographing the same subject, but some angles look better than others? This effect might be because of the Golden Spiral (or golden ratio). But what is it, and how can you apply it in your photographs? What […]
Pro photographer Tim Bird first got really interested in photography when he arrived in Finland 40 years ago. For Tim, Finland was “a completely clean visual slate where everything was novel and alien.” He says “Finland then felt as close to its eastern neighbour, the Soviet Union, as it did to western Europe. So I […]
Aquariums are wondrous places to visit and even more incredible to photograph. Unfortunately, capturing stunning photographs at an aquarium can be very difficult, especially if you are new to photography. The good news is that you can get those beautiful aquarium pictures with the right tips. So here are 7 tips to help you capture […]
Many people get nervous when asked to be the designated photographer at family events. A little anxiety is normal but producing exceptional photographs of family events is not nearly as technical or hectic as it sounds. To properly photograph a family gathering, ensure that you have the appropriate tools for the job. A good camera, […]
There’s just something magical about seeing rainbows. It’s even more magical being able to capture these rainbows perfectly in photos. The problem is that photographing rainbows can be a challenging thing to accomplish, especially if you are a novice photographer. This article will help you get those stellar rainbow shots that you want to capture. […]
Photographing cemeteries may sound morbid in theory, but they are often wonderful places for photography and yield opportunities for stunning and informative shots. Cemeteries are not always easy places to photograph. In this article, we will explore how to photograph cemeteries so you end up with great shots. The influence of the sun Lighting can […]
One thing virtually every photographer has in common is a love of beautiful sunsets. Predicting where and how to capture a sunset of stunning quality is not always luck; it is a skill that can be acquired with a little know-how and some experience. The following factors are helpful in helping you predict if a […]
Focus stacking might sound like a complicated concept in photography, but it is much simpler than it sounds. This article will make what it is and how to do it yourself extremely clear! Focus stacking means essentially combining multiple images with different focuses to produce a photo with a much higher depth of field than […]
There are spectacular cathedrals, churches and abbeys in Europe and the United Kingdom that each provides a feast for both amateur and professional photographers. These places are not only amazing feats of architecture and engineering; they are filled with patterns, lines, light, frames, features, and details that will keep a photographer busy for hours. No […]
In the world of photography, light is a very unpredictable thing. It can destroy a photo if the photographer is not able to control and utilize it. Thankfully, there are filters that you can attach to the end of your camera lens that can help you control light. These filters work to reduce the amount […]
