How To Take Epic Vacation Photos
Master these vacation photography tips to get the best shot on your next trip.
Your epic travels deserve to be commemorated with equally breathtaking photos. Whether you love to be behind the camera or posing in front of it, check out these pro tips on how to get the once-in-a-lifetime shot you'll be proud to post anywhere.
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Think ahead and be prepared
Planning in advance is the key to creating the perfect vacation shot. Do your homework and know what to expect at your destination. This will help you coordinate your outfits with the colors and mood of the surroundings and make you more photogenic. Plus, you can figure out what photography equipment you need to bring to capture striking travel photographs.
Pack the right gear
Dress for the occasion
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Tell your story through your photos
Whether you're traveling to a big city or a remote paradise, express what makes that place unique to you through your photographs. If you're trying to capture the colossal size of a landscape, include an image of you in the photo for scale. Or try filming from a lower angle to shoot long and narrow streets.
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Simple tips for better composition
Getting the perfect vacation photo can be as easy as remembering a few easy pointers. To begin, extend the exposure on your camera by 1 second for food photographs to increase the brightness and make food appear more appetizing. Or, keep the focus on the subject's eyes when taking a portrait photo. Also try selecting unique backgrounds for your photos, or capturing natural candids of your subjects. Check out the videos below for more great tips.
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Turning your photos into works of art
Even the smallest moments captured on camera can become magnificent works artwork, with the right tools. Decorating a large TV screen like The Frame with your travel photos can bring easy-to-miss details into view. And you can play with the different matte layout options on The Frame's Art Mode to showcase your masterpieces.
See the world from a different angle with customizable frames.
SmartThings App
Connect and share photos from screen to screen with ease.
Photos that transport you
Traveling can help us grow, escape, learn, or try new things. We keep mementos and take photographs of our travels to remind us of the experiences we had and to be able to share those moments with others. Put your new skills to good use and take unforgettable photos on your next trip. Exhibit your vacation album on a TV like The Frame to easily change the vibe of your home and turn the living room into your own gallery.
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* iOS & non-Galaxy Android devices need to download SmartThings App for Ambient Mode setting on mobile phone.
Create your own
photo gallery
Set up a showcase for your own collection.
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