
The Masterclasses October 2022 — photography tips we learnt on the first day
The Masterclasses by National Geographic Traveller (UK) returns this week with a series of one-hour writing and photography sessions.
The first events took place last night, with our photography class exploring how to get started as a travel photographer. The audience discovered how our expert photographers built their careers, with a range of practical advice shared during the session.
From crafting your portfolio to developing your photography skills, here are a couple of top tips from day one:
- Travel and documentary photographer Annapurna Mellor talked about the importance of using personal work to develop your career. “When doing personal trips, act like you’re on assignment,� she advised. “[I think about] what could be added to my portfolio so I can show different clients in the future.�
- Lauryn Ishak, a lifestyle and travel photographer, offered tips on staying relevant to help secure new work. “I update my work on my website and on my Instagram and make sure I stay in touch with editors I know,� she explained. “I also try to stay ahead of the market by thinking about what destinations might be on the radar for the next year of travel.�
- Both panellists agreed that looking at work by other photographers is a great way to learn and be inspired. “If you’re really passionate about photography, you naturally look at a lot of other people’s work,� said Annapurna. “It’s really nice to get ideas about different ways to use light and different ways to shoot stories.�
Tickets are still available for the remaining sessions on Wednesday and Thursday. Click to learn more and to buy tickets.
