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Travel Photography: A Moment In Time
The use of images to represent knowledge and synthesize information has a long
tradition within the history of humanity. One reason for this is the ease with which we can
remember pictures. Indeed, as early as Plato, writers have considered visual images
easier to remember than words. This emphasis on the power of images has naturally led
to the notion of a perfect language based on images instead of words. Images, after all,
have the ability to speak universally to many cultures with varying languages.
When we get caught up in life’s trivial pursuits we easily miss the sights, sounds and
smells all around us and tend to take for granted the beauty of the natural world. As our
pace of life quickens, it becomes increasingly important to find ways to stay calm and
attentive. For me, this practice of “being present” and “in the moment” is a daily task
requiring constant attention – one that keeps me focused and helps offer a sense of
fulfillment in my life. This practice not only translates into daily life but into many other
areas as well, such as travel photography.
As an art form, travel photography has a unique set of variables. In order to succeed at
it, one must be extremely attentive. Not only is your main light source, the sun, constantly
shifting, but also your subject, often people, rarely remain in the same place for long
periods of time.
When I grab my camera and set off to explore, my senses awaken. On many occasions,
a morning has passed and I have found myself on the other side of a strange city, having
spent hours following light. Even images not exposed on film remain indelibly etched in
my mind. For me, “being in the moment” is what I enjoy most about travel photography.
When first arriving in a new city I usually spend the first day or two simply strolling in the
early morning with my camera exposed, allowing people to notice me and absorbing the
scenery, but taking very few photos. This becomes a good opportunity to locate vantage
points like hilltops and bridges and areas such as local markets that can be returned to
when the lighting is just right.
Being aware of your surroundings while traveling will certainly have beneficial effects on
your photography, but plays an important role in safety as well. I have often been tempted
to wander down dark alleys or lonely beaches at night but have decided against it after
carefully surveying present characters. If you are always aware of what is happening
around you, it becomes much more difficult to be taken advantage of.
Succeeding at travel photography takes much more than just the latest technical
gadgetry. I reckon it is the least important factor. Your photographic adventure will be
much more successful if you have the will to explore while remaining relaxed, focused
and eager to establish relationships. Most importantly, keep your eyes open!
September 2003
ROBERT POWER
Qual a intenção do autor ao escrever este texto?

A

Compartilhar experiências de viagem com seu público alvo

B

Alertar ao photografos sobre as emoções

C

Sugerir métodos para capturar o momento perfeito

D

Convencer os leitores da importância da criação de um jornalismo fotográfico.

E

Ensinar como comprar câmeras fotográficas para viagem.


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Answer 1

Resposta:

(C) Sugerir métodos para capturar o momento perfeito