by Shelly Perry | Jul 25, 2007
This week AWAI is hosting its travel writing workshop right here in my home town of Portland, Oregon. And since both writers and photographers are encouraged to explore their hometown as a first step into either field, I would like to challenge you to do the same for... by Shelly Perry | Jun 27, 2007
We had more entries than ever before for “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” in June so be sure to watch for the winners next week. For our July challenge, we are going to turn our cameras back to the people side of things — to recognize the gentleness... by Shelly Perry | Jun 20, 2007
While shadows are an excellent creative tool in photography, they can also be a nuisance. Take, for instance, these two pictures submitted for this month’s photo challenge… . Do you see the shadows in these photos; the photographer in the first picture and I... by Shelly Perry | May 30, 2007
Wherever you’re headed this summer — be it an exotic destination or someplace more tame — be sure to pack your camera. Focus in on the way you travel to your destination and how you get around once you are there. The theme for June’s Photo... by Shelly Perry | May 23, 2007
Though our workshop in Paris has come to a close and I’m back home, I am still struck by the connection I noticed between the way the French slowly savor their meals (and come away truly satisfied) and the way — when you take that same approach to...