Photography is an expensive hobby. Entry level cameras can go for $500 while professional level camera can reach up to $5,000. And this doesn’t include your lenses that can go as high as the cost of your camera. And after all that, you still have your camera accessories to purchase too. Much like other expensive […]
Almost all expensive lenses have narrow apertures. Zoom lenses are mostly f/2.8 while prime lenses are at f/1.2. The reason behind their price is their difficulty to manufacture. Getting various optics to work is hard work. Research and development is needed to achieve desired results. An aperture of f/1.2 would need pristine glass, the same […]
Traveling is one of most rewarding things a person can experience. Venturing into a new place can be exhilarating. A lot of new experience and memories can be obtained from this adventure. Whether you’re alone or with somebody, traveling is a good way to experience more with life. And with the advent of cheap but […]
If you want good pictures, take good exposures. A well exposed photograph is technically a good picture. Since light is the major determining factor in a photograph, how you control it will determine the output of your camera. Unless you want your pictures to be overly bright or strangely dark, a good exposure is start […]
A lot of new photographers would learn the rule of thirds as they start to venture deeper into photography. Besides good lighting, the rule of thirds is a basic composition technique that can provide a dramatic output from your photographs. The rule is so easy to follow even those who are just starting photography can […]
One of the top concerns when planning your backpacking trip will be your travel budget. Carla Avenia Koency gives her money saving tips for budget travel. – Use age to your advantage, if you still can. You don’t have to be a student to get discounts in many places, sometimes simply being under 25 years […]
Photo by Denni Schnapp So you’re gearing up for that gap year trip or backpacking adventure of a lifetime? Unfortunately most intrepid travellers won’t have an unlimited supply of cash to splash on their journey. But that’s not to say you need masses of money to have a good time anyways. Here are a few handy […]
Photo by Matt Murf If you’re in the midst of planning your around the world trip it’s likely that you’ve probably already stumbled across the Lonely Planet’s forum, the thorn tree™. If you haven’t well you are in luck because we have a few links to the best bits of the thorn tree. I’ve always […]
Sometimes I feel like I’m part of a exclusive cult, a cult of travel. Where the only people who relate are those that have also travelled for long periods of time. So much so that I think I suppress a lot of travel thoughts because I’m not sure those around me will be able to […]
The azure seas of the Mediterranean, majesty of the Himalayas, humbling vistas of the Australian outback and the engaging scenes of the world’s largest metropolises: who doesn’t dream of experiencing it all? Unfortunately we can’t all be jet-setting millionaires with the world at our fingertips. But with a little ingenuity and some good old fashioned […]
Modern travel is no easy feat. Whether you’re going by plane, train, or automobile, there is a lot to remember when it comes to packing for even a short trip. Of course, the worst is airline travel with so many restrictions on what you can and cannot bring aboard a plane. But even road trips can be […]
A question that I often stumble across on traveling forums is whether someone is too old to travel. To most the answer is pretty straight forward but for many it is something that they do ponder. Many people in their late 20’s or 30’s face mixed reactions from friends and family to their talk of […]
