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You want to savor every moment while you're on vacation, but you can also capture these moments for longer with the help of film or digital cameras. Although photography classes can help you feel comfortable behind a camera, you only need to remember the following tips to take pictures that'll let you enjoy your vacation for years to come.

How to Capture Your Vacation Moments in Photos

1. Take Care of Your Supplies

Carry your camera safely inside a padded case and shoulder bag on airplanes and while you explore. When you take it out, wear it on a wire strap to avoid dropping it. Also, pack cleaning materials and extra memory cards for digital cameras or film for film cameras. Finally, consider putting tape over the camera's branding to discourage thieves.

2. Do Some Homework

Unfortunately, vacations don't last forever, so you need to maximize your time. Buy books or browse the internet to research the places you'll be visiting before you go. Whether you prefer social hubbubs, cultural experiences, or outdoor adventures, researching beforehand will give you an idea of which unique or interesting places you'd most prefer to spend time and energy photographing.

3. Focus on Certain Hours

digital camerasIf you'll be outdoors a lot, be thoughtful about when you plan your photography sessions. It's best to go in the morning or evening, as those are the times when the sun will do justice to you and the colors around you. Not even the best digital camera can fix the washed-out appearances of pictures taken at midday.

4. Look Around First

When you arrive at your destinations, take some time to admire your surroundings before taking photographs. Let yourself enjoy the moment while gathering inspiration for the photos you want to capture. It also helps you use the space on your film or memory cards on the images you find most impactful, rather than wasting them on every object of mild interest.

5. Be Natural

While you should take posed photos here and there, strive for mostly candid, authentic moments. That is, let yourself take pictures while you're in the middle of exploring and admiring your surroundings or simply enjoying yourself. It's a better way to capture your experience and later revisit what you were thinking or feeling at the time.

 

To find the highest quality digital cameras to take with you on your vacation, visit The Shutterbug in Portland, OR. For more than 45 years, they’ve supplied up-to-date cameras and photography equipment for casual and professional photographers alike. When you get back, they also offer film developing, photo printing, and custom products that’ll highlight the memories you captured. Find out more about their services by calling (503) 227-3456 or checking out their website.

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