Travel Photography: Gear & Workflow

Join photographer and traveler Ben Long, to learn about the hardware, software, and workflow issues you need to consider when shooting on the road, on vacation, or on assignment.

Introduction

• Welcome
• A roadmap for using this course

1. Cameras and Other Essentials

• Choosing a camera
• Assessing your lens options
• Using tripods and other stabilizers
• Holding it: straps
• Storing it: media cards

2. Hardware and Software Considerations

• Storing your photos
• What kind of computer is appropriate?
• Handy miscellaneous gear
• Powering your gear
• Communications: staying in touch

3. Camera and Computer Bags

• Choosing the right bags
• Reviewing shooting bags
• Using camera and computer bags
• Discussing luggage

4. In the Field: Heavyweight Rig

• Getting there
• Settling into the location
• Packing strategies
• Shooting strategies
• Post-processing on location

5. In the Field: Mid-Weight Rig

• Getting there
• Packing strategies
• Shooting strategies
• Post-processing on location

6. In the Field: Ultra-Light Rig

• Getting there
• Geotagging in the field
• Consulting manuals in the field
• Exploring shooting strategies

7. After the Shoot

• Exploring post-shoot geotagging options
• Merging photos into your master photo archive
• Lessons learned from the field

Conclusion

• Goodbye