5 Tips From The Oregon Workshop
My last workshop of 2019 concluded last week. I hosted a great group of photographers in Oregon - it was a very fun week. After each workshop, I take a little time and reflect on the themes that emerged. These are 5 things that stood out to me as key takeaways.
Always bring your camera
Photographing in the fog is challenging and rewarding
Pay attention to the edges of the frame (border patrol)
Crops can be transformative
Use white caps for white balance
Watch the video for more details and some example photos.
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Scott Davenport
Scott Davenport is a landscape photographer and photo educator and based in San Diego, California. He leads photo workshops, writes photo books, hosts podcasts, makes tutorial videos, and feels weird referring to himself in the 3rd person.
He also can't help getting his feet wet photographing at the beach.
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