Travel is picking up again. Countries are reopening borders. Life is getting back to some semblance of what our normal is now. And that means that a lot more people will be packing up their cameras and hitting the air. This is such an exciting moment for many people. To see the world again, have new experiences, and meet people from other cultures. And that also means packing up the camera gear and travelling with it. We put our cameras through a lot, bouncing in turbulence on airplanes, falling from overhead bins on trains, bouncing around on automobiles the world over. To make sure they get to their destinations in working order, ready for you to do your job, you need to pack them properly. Cameras are rugged, but there is a right and a wrong way to pack them. And as much as you can pack them properly, the better chance you won’t be replacing parts or missing shots.

This week on the podcast we are going over 3.5 ways that you can sell prints online and have them printed and delivered to your clients. We will go over the work that is involved and some backend basics for you to understand.You'll learn about automated dropshipping printing a combo of automated printing and you shipping, and a full in-house DIY printing process.You can check out the full show notes on robertmasseyphotography.ca/shownotes.You can connect with Roberton Instagram @robertmasseyphotography.

Learn what it takes to prepare for and capture frozen waterfalls. These majestic settings make for fabulous images, but getting to them can be challenging.You can find the full show notes for the episode on robertmasseyphotography.ca.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

The client experience can set you apart from other photographers. But what are some things you can do to give your client a better experience? That's what we are talking about on the podcast today.Learn five simple things you can do, including setting expectations and timelines and surprising and delighting your client.Check out the full show notes on robertmasseyphotography.ca.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

This week's episode will be a big one for many of you out there. I'll be talking about some of the signs you'll have to let you know that you're ready to go pro. Going pro means a lot of different things to a lot of people, but for me, it doesn't necessarily mean quitting your 9 to 5 and going full-time. It can mean selling prints part-time, taking on client gigs on weekends, or going full bore into this. Wherever you're at, the things I'll be talking about today will give you an idea of if you are ready to start taking on those paying gigs.If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and rate it where you can. You can find more podcast episodes wherever you stream, including Spotify, Apple, and Google.You can follow along with Robert's adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

For the first episode back, I want to get into something that could significantly impact your photography business. Something that should help you land more clients and have some money rolling in the door, regardless of if you are working full time or just doing this on the side. I'm going to help you pitch your work to content managers, creative directors, and anyone in charge of making beautiful things at brands around the world. I've taken on this role at a tourism board and couldn't be more thrilled that I get to work with incredible creatives to help promote the destination I work for. And in the now seven months I've been in this position, I've learned a lot about pitching, what works, and what just irritates me. So today, I'm going to give you four tips to help get your pitch through the door and make it more likely that you will get a callback. This is coming from the perspective of someone working in the tourism industry. Still, I think it applies across a broad spectrum of brands and businesses.As we get going, there are a few things that I'm taking for granted here with you, the listener. You are interested in working with brands to make content - if you're not, this information really won't help you. You can consistently create fantastic images, and you are ready to put in the work. Because working with brands can be a lot of fun; but it is also a lot of time, energy and effort.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

Three alternative ways to carry your camera, other than the branded camera strap. There are many better ways to carry your camera than the strap that comes with it. Today we talk about the Peak Design Slide, Black Rapid's Camera Harness and Peak Designs Capture Clip as three of the best alternatives to the standard camera strap. This is episode 80 of the Travel and Adventure Photography School podcast, a photography podcast about travel photography and adventure photography.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

Imposter syndrome is something that affects a lot of creatives around us, and it can drastically impact your creative work. I’m sure most of us have heard that little voice in our heads at some point. Why are you doing this? You have no right to do this. Who wants to see your work? You’re a fraud. Etc.These are thoughts that creep up on nearly everybody at some point in their creative work. But what can you do about it to help overcome these feelings? Well, that’s what we are going to talk about today.

You don't have to go deep into the wilderness to photograph animals. Sometimes, you can spot them on the side of the road. But, when those opportunities arise, how can you be ready? That's what this episode is all about! 7 tips for photographing wildlife from a car. Take a listen today, and check out the show notes here.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

With Instagram no longer being a photo-sharing platform, should photographers keep using it? And what should photographers focus on now? This is episode 77 of the Travel and Adventure Photography School podcast, a podcast about adventure photography and travel photography.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

Having a photography project, especially a personal one, is an important part of creating photographs. Personal projects provide a chance for creative exploration, discovering new techniques, and helping you grow as a photographer. Because without a project, without a driver, you can start feeling lost and unmotivated to get out and create. This week we're talking about what a photography project is, how you can formulate one, some things to watch out for, and why this could be a breakthrough for your photography.All the show notes for the episode can be found here. Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

We travel photographers are on our feet a lot. Exploring, finding new places, meeting people, running for planes. And there are things in our backpacks that can help or hinder that exploration process.This week, I'm exploring the 7 features I always look for in a travel photography backpack. Things that are mostly dealbreakers or will push one bag ahead of another.You can find all my recommendations for backpacks, along with the show notes for this episode here. Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

Today's guest is Ian Millar, the founder of Shimoda. Shimoda is an adventure camera bag company designed as a reaction to real-world adventures rather than those imagined from a comfortable office environment.Ian has decades of experience in the adventure photography community, represents the culmination of all his experiences and utilizes the most advanced materials and technologies available to minimize the pain, fatigue and suffering that comes with foul mountain conditions. Shimoda products are a direct reflection and reaction to the outdoor lifestyle that adventure and travel photographers crave.Shimoda's next bag, the Explore V2, is releasing on Kickstarter on June 30, 2021! Check it out!You can see the full show notes for the episode here.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

What 6 items do you need in your travel photography kit?What will make the biggest difference and are worthy of the space in your kit? That's what we are getting into on today's episode of the podcast!Check out the full show notes here.

The beginner's mindset is the perfect way to grow your photography and bring joy back into it. The advantages of this mindset and how to get back there are what we are talking about today on the podcast! I'll give you the many reasons why thinking like a beginner will help grow your work and how you can get back into the beginner's mindset.Check out the full show notes for the episode here.

Summer is here in Alberta! So it's the perfect time to give you 7 photo ideas to get you creating fantastic images this hot season. I'll give you 7 of my favourite ways to create summer photos to try and get your creativity flowing.You can check out the full show notes here.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

Hiking season is upon us here in Alberta - or at least pleasant-weather hiking season is. Which will mean a lot of people capturing images along the trail. So today, I'm going to give you five of my best tips to capture the best photos of you and your buddies out hiking.Check out the full show notes for the episode here.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

We've talked a lot about mobile photography and the gear you can use to make yours better for the last few weeks. And it would seem, from the way I talk on here, that you really only have two choices in the type of camera you use to make things; your phone camera or a fancy interchangeable lens camera. But that's not all the choices you've got to make extraordinary things. So, this week, I'm going to give you 4 alternatives to mobile or mirrorless cameras that can help you create things on the go. We won't get into drones, phones, DSLRs, mirrorless, or rangefinder here. I want to give you four legitimate options that take you away from the standards of content creation. And open up some new possibilities.You can get the full show notes for the episode here.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.

7 Gear Recommendations to Make the Perfect Mobile Creator's ToolkitUnderstanding what you need for the perfect mobile content creator's toolkit can be a bit daunting. There are a ton of gear recommendations out there, but what stuff do you actually need in your kit? That's what we're getting into today. What you need to create the perfect mobile content creator's toolkit.Check out the full show notes here.Follow Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography

Mobile photography is impressive. But, you need to think things through just like you would with any camera. So take the time, get it right, and you will love the results.Because there are so many differences between shooting on a phone versus a DSLR or mirrorless, you have different things to think about. And it can be hard to remember these. That's why today, we are talking about 5 differences between shooting on a phone and a DSLR. These are five actionable tips that will help make your mobile photography better.Check out the full show notes for the episode here.You can follow along with Robert’s adventures on Instagram @RobertMasseyPhotography.