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Video Tutorial – Composition in the Galapagos

We’re rolling out a new type of article here, aimed to give you more of a visual explanation of certain photography topics. For our inaugural “video tutorial” we’re headed to the Galapagos Islands where wildlife abounds and the photographic opportunities are endless.

Composition is one of the most important elements to all photography. And if you have endless photo opportunities at close range, as is frequent on Galapagos Islands Photo Trips, you’ll want to be sure you nail the shot each and every time.

Enjoy!

Video Tutorial - Galapagos Composition

If you’d like to read more about composition, check out our full page on composition techniques HERE, opens in new tab. Hopefully this new video tutorial helps you out, and as always, we’d love to hear from you in the comments below!

Cheers,
Court

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