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7 Things that Drastically Improved my Photography in 2016

January 4, 2017October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade
Brianna Shade
I'm taking a brief break from the desert road trip posts to reflect a bit on 2016. Many say 2016 was a horrible year, but I don't quite share that sentiment.  George R. R. Martin unleashing his wrath upon the celebrity world aside, my year was full of amazing travel, loving…
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8 Things That Drastically Improved my Photography in 2015

January 26, 2016 by Brianna Shade
Brianna Shade
I strive always to improve, and I recognize that no matter how experienced I become - no matter how many tips and tidbits I pick up - there is always room for improvement. I saw marked improvement in this last year, and I chalk it up to these eight things: (more…)
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#NoRegrets. After we arrived in #Norway, we were stranded for a bit in #Kyrping waiting for a friend's luggage. Fortunately, the spot was spectacularly beautiful, and we had so many #seagulls to keep us company. One even decided to dive-bomb me repeatedly as I walked to the end of the pier. The water there was also perfectly still, so I had fun photographing the mirrored images. ... Have you ever been stuck somewhere because the airline lost your bag? What did you do? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018 . . . . . #norwaywildlife #norwaycamping #loves_norway #thebestofnorway #nordnorge #loves_scandinavia #dreamchasersnorway #discoverearth #fantastic_earth #earthfocus #awesomeglobe #destinationearth #theglobewanderer #tourtheplanet #awesomedreamplaces

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#NoRegrets. While enjoying the views all around you, don't forget to look down! I loved the simple patterns of the steps highlighted by colorful #fallenleaves. Beauty was literally all around. ... How do you like to enjoy #fallcolors?

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#NoRegrets. After a long day of hiking near #MountAdams, we ventured down into the valley to capture some #fallcolors. It was a beautiful day, and the lighting was simply superb. It was more than worth the extra hour or so before returning home, and it wound up being the highlight of the day! ... What are fall colors like where you live? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. I simply love #fallcolors, and I almost completely missed them due to my busy busy life. But even the drive out to this hike near #MtAdams was awash in reds and golds, so I quickly forgot my to-do list. I'm glad we stopped on the way in, as the lighting was better than when we left, and this tiny copse of trees was perfect to photograph. ... Which is your favorite season? Why? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. This image was shot off the side of the road on our way to scope out #fallcolors near #MtAdams in #WashingtonState. We drove across a cute little bridge, briefly espied this lovely stream, then immediately stopped to backtrack. So worth the detour! ... What's a perfect spot you've discovered simply by happenstance? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. Some hikes take us to #waterfalls. Some hikes take us behind waterfalls. This one took us *up* waterfalls. There wasn't much trail to be had, so we scrambled up along the banks from one system to the next. The entire stretch was gorgeous and totally worth nearly falling in on a number of occasions! ... What is the craziest hike you've done? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. I've always wanted to #backpack #OlympicNationalPark. So when a friend was organizing a trip, I was first to sign up! It was tough traversing ladders and climbing down to and up from the beach in a number of spots, but we lucked out in our campsites, saw some beautiful stars, and caught a few golden #sunsets. What a great way to reconnect with nature! ... What is your favorite area to backpack or hike? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. I often find myself far too overworked (self-imposed) and filling every moment with things that keep me busy busy from dawn until dusk. Therefore, when I can get ahead a bit in my to-do list and #getoutside to enjoy the beauty of some #fallcolors, I find myself immensely grateful. Sure, those tasks will be waiting for me when I get home, but reconnecting with nature is worth it every time. ... Where do you find your own inner peace? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018

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#NoRegrets. We were late on the #FairylandLoop trail in #BryceCanyon. The trail is long, so we wouldn't have time to finish it if we wanted to catch sunset at the rim. In the end, we decided to turn back instead of pushing forward. We were back in time for sunset (which was incredible), AND we caught a beautiful sunstar in the cracks of the hoodoos. ... Which national park hike do you like best? . . #FavoritesFriday - one of the elite top photos from 2018


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