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The Great Courses: The Art of Travel Photography

Travel enthusiasts take note: this is your ticket to capturing the beauty and awe of any scene, anywhere in the world. Filled with practical tips, techniques, and field demonstrations, this course, taught by National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore, helps you learn to see the world through the eyes of a professional photographer, so you can take compelling travel photographs worth framing and sharing.

Created ByThe Great Courses
StatusEnded
Original NameThe Great Courses: The Art of Travel Photography
First Air DateJanuary 1, 2013
Last Air DateFebruary 5, 2013
Seasons1
Episodes6
Episode Runtime 30min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
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Production CompaniesThe Great Courses
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S01E06

Storytelling and Serendipity

You can do your research, but for a photograph to tell a story, you still need serendipity to intervene. Consider how in-the-moment thought and creativity, combined with compositional techniques such as the rule of thirds, can lead to more intriguing images. Learn what to focus on at weddings and why they’re a great place to practice your skills.

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