Photography is an art which help us to capture alluring moments and destinations. It helps us in preserving memorable moments forever. And, that is precisely why on my every trip, group or solo, my camera becomes my best companion. It helps me to keep the picturesque beauty of the place with me forever. It has never been that I have forgotten to pack my camera while traveling and I recommend the same for you too.
You don’t need to be a professional photographer in order to click some really good photographs. With the help of some expert tips and the right lighting, your shots will be like a treat to the eye. Every shutterbug is in search of exotic places and during the traveling expeditions, you can get some great shots.
Here are some of my easy photography tips that will come handy when you will be traveling solo.
1. Right Photography Gear
To capture the best of the photographs it is not important that you buy the most expensive camera. Even with your mobile camera, you can get quality clicks as only the technique and the right photography gear are important. Checkout #MyMiniLens for some beautiful mobile photographs.
If you have a professional camera then I will suggest you to invest in a tripod too. It will be super helpful in making the camera steady. Tripods can also be used for the mobile camera. While traveling solo, taking a selfie stick along will be the right choice as then you won’t have to ask everywhere for others to take a picture of you.
2. A Timer to the Rescue
Using the timer option, you can take alluring photos as it gives you ample time to set yourself right for the frame. As a solo traveler, the timer option really helps even if you are taking a selfie or a full portrait.
If you want to click a full picture of yourself then you can place your camera on the tripod and then fix the timer. After that, you can set yourself for the photo and voila you get a terrific click just by yourself.
3. Importance of Camera Settings: Shutter Speed, ISO and Aperture
Be it a mobile camera or a professional one it is really important that you know what all are the different modes in the camera. You must never click all your pictures in automatic mode as that might not get you the desired shot.
Mostly in the mobile cameras, there is a PRO mode where you can alter the settings of the ISO and WB levels according to your preference. Playing around with the settings can land you the best of the pictures.
4. Background Checks
One tip that will get you the perfect shots is to see whether the background of where you are clicking is desirable or not. You would not want any photobombing in your shots or a bad background which you might have to edit later.
Taking note of everything that is in your frame is really important before clicking the snap button. If the background is great and with the correct lighting you will get amazing shots.
5. Golden Rule- Rule of Thirds
Sticking to this rule, you will be definitely getting great photographs and everyone will go gaga over your photography skills. This is a simple yet important photography rule than you can incorporate into your selfies as it is a major game-changer.
While taking a picture, you must ensure that your face must be at the top of any corners of the picture. Next time you travel solo make sure you use this rule to see the difference in your clicks.
6. Angles Make the Difference
While taking photos it is vital that you are playing with your angles. If the angle of the shot is right then only the snapshot will come out to be amazing. Sticking to one camera angle will not produce attractive photos. It is always fun to see how you look from different angles and then choose the best angle that suits your face.
While taking a selfie, make sure that your full face is getting covered. The correct lighting and camera angles make a huge difference to a shot and during traveling solo clicking the correct selfies will make your trip even more memorable.
7. Not Only About You
When you are traveling solo, do not just need to keep taking your own pictures as then you might just miss the chance to capture the beauty of the place. Always keep in mind to click pictures of the scenic landscapes and unusual things about the place.
Nature photography is quite popular and being in a heavenly destination can help you to practice great shots. Wake up the inner photographer inside you and capture the mesmerizing beauty of the place you are visiting.
8. Candid Shots
Candid photography is one that is gaining popularity and you must try this when you are traveling solo. With the help of a timer, you can set the position of the shot and then instead of looking towards the camera see in some other direction.
These types of candid shots look really amazing and add variations to your travel diary. You can also pick any object near you like a flower or pebble and you can click the shot of you looking at it for a candid photo.
9. Focus It
No one wants a series of blur photographs, therefore, making sure that you have the focus of the camera right is really vital. With the correct focus, you can bring depth in your photograph. There are few things that are required to check before clicking such as the focus, angle, and lighting. If you have got these things right then your shots will come out real good.
Solo travelers can also use the smart focus option if they only want to highlight one thing in focus and to blur the others while they are taking photographs in a large group of people.
10. Use the Golden Hour Well
The natural lighting of the golden hour is perfect for photography. The golden hour is one hour after the sunrise or before the sunset. At this time the lighting is the best for the landscape shots. If you feel that there is a lot of hustle-bustle in the area that is not letting you click then it is better to get up early and go to the place as fewer people will be present there. The correct lighting is of major importance while clicking pictures.
11. Zoom in While Clicking
When you are clicking photos of an object it is advised that you must not move closer to the object instead you should zoom in to get the perfect view of the object. You must try this photography tip during your solo travel adventure when you want to capture things that amuse you.
12. Take Multiple Pictures
It is much better to have a lot of options to choose from rather than just one photograph. While clicking keep in mind this trick of clicking multiple pictures instead of one. This is very helpful when you are traveling solo as then you won’t have to cringe upon the photos that you have captured and get the desired photo.
13. Artistic Compositions
There are numerous creative ways in which you can make a photograph more appealing. At the time of your solo traveling, you must make sure that you are putting in thought in the photos rather than just plainly clicking. Waiting for the right moment to capture is essential even if it requires moving a few objects around for an interesting shot.
14. Incredible Night Shots
The night is an important time to get the best of the place. Don’t forget to enjoy the nightlife as a solo traveler. To get incredible night shots the use of flashlight and focus is vital. Make sure that you first test the shot and then get the final results. You can also use the lighting of the place for your use. Try capturing the stars in the pro mode of the camera.
15. Being Comfortable With Your Surroundings
If you are traveling alone then you must become friendlier to the people around you and must not hesitate to ask others to take a few clicks for you. Mostly the fellow travelers are willing to click pictures for others and through this, you might also make few friends on the way. Taking the help of others for photos while traveling will help you to get stunning clicks even if you are alone.
16. Try Different Posses
Are you the one who has a hard time to pose for photos? Then it is high time to bring a change in the way you pose. If you try new poses then it will really help to get smashing clicks while traveling. Be creative while posing or you can just feel the vibe of the place and pose.
Place your phone with the timer on and then just jump when the timer ticks. This is a really trending pose that you can try.
17. Dress Right for the Clicks
While taking pictures never forget to dress well because then only you will be looking ravishing in your pictures. Just try and be creative while dressing. Trying the local traditional dress of the place that you are visiting will also make your pictures pop and get the right mood of the place. Solo travelers must never leave any moment to try anything local.
Now as you have mastered with the best 17 easy photography tips specially curated for the solo traveling, plan your solo trip. Everyone wants to become a master in photography but only a few want to learn the skill behind it.
Travel solo and practice capturing moments with these effective tips in mind. With the passion and zeal, you will be clicking like a professional in no time. Just make sure to be patient.
Don’t forget to try these amazing tips in your next endeavor and get the best shots. Feel free to share those travel shots with us.
