How to Make the Most Out of a Single Destination
Many years ago, a longtime magazine editor gave me some advice that proved to be unquestionably valuable. "A place is not an idea, he told me, but a place can serve up multiple ideas." It's helped me improve as a writer (more focus equals a better story) and become a...
How to Promote Your Writing with Social Media
Maintaining and growing your social media presence is an essential part of being a travel writer. It’s one of the key factors in whether your stories attract readers. And if you’re writing for publications, your editors are going to expect it--it’s also a great way to...
Tips for a New Writer Starting Locally
I’ve always said it’s smart to write about your hometown before anywhere else. After all, you know your local area—who better to tell the story? Following are some tips for a new writer on a few things you should do and a few things you should steer clear of when...
Reach More Photo Buyers: Tips For Keywording Your Photos
Keywording your photos is a crucial final step in the stock photography process that provides a link for buyers to find your image amidst a myriad of other images. Though each stock website is a little different, there are universal techniques to increase the...
How To Get A Much Better Photo (You Can Sell)
Distractions turn great photos into snapshots. I’m talking about little distractions in the form of fences, people, trash cans, litter, brightly-colored signs, branches, power lines, and anything else that distracts your viewer’s eye away from your main subject. ...