Tag Archives: Travel Photography

Photo Travel Review Magazine – Our 100th Article

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Bill

Fired with enthusiasm after a day spent in the striking beauty of the Isle of Skye in March 2008, an after dinner discussion by the founders led to the birth of Photo Travel Review Magazine. Our idea was to produce … Continue reading →

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Sweden, Gotland

Posted on November 9, 2009 by Claire

An interview with Herman Cater. Claire: Herman you have had an exciting and busy year as your biography at the end of this interview shows. Amidst all this you took a trip to Gotland, can you tell us a little … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – China, Yunnan Province

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Bill

By Alister Benn AVAILABLE LIGHT ADVENTURES The world is getting smaller; half a day and we are half the world away. We can check our e-mails on our mobile phones or even watch the mid week sports on the commute … Continue reading →

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Guest Review – Shoot the Light Workshop, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Bill

By Mike Johnson You’ve read all the books. You’ve visited your favorite photography websites for tips. You’ve practiced a lot. But, you still see a lot of images that are “better” than yours. So, what do you do. In my … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – Adventure in Peru

Posted on May 22, 2009 by Bill

By Mike Johnson Copyright © 2009 Mike Johnson, All Rights Reserved Each year one of my friends and I set a goal that will cause us to work on our fitness during the year, preparing for the adventure.  In 2007, … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – The Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda

Posted on May 4, 2009 by Bill

By Mike Johnson In 2004, my wife and I went to Africa with two other couples for what we call “a trip of a lifetime.”  I was celebrating retiring from business and we visited five countries, my first time in … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – The Slovene High Level Route

Posted on March 27, 2009 by Bill

By Justi Carey and Roy Clark A rucksack, camera and 550km of mountain trail – The Slovene High Level Route. This is the second guest article by Roy and Justi and it helps to celebrate the publishing of their second … Continue reading →

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Photography Tips – When things go well and when they don’t

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Bill

By Bill I love doing wildlife photography.  One might say I am obsessive about it.  There is no greater challenge in my mind than capturing the soul of an animal in the wild.  Course, recently I have learned that doing … Continue reading →

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Photography Tips – Getting the Correct Exposure

Posted on March 24, 2009 by Bill

By Bill There is nothing more frustrating for any photographer than getting a correct exposure when taking a shot. And after many years of doing both film and digital photography, I still am often frustrated by the various methods of … Continue reading →

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Scotland – Ardnamurchan, Take Four

Posted on March 18, 2009 by Bill

by Claire Every trip, no matter how poor the weather, has its moments that will be recorded in the brain even if not caught on camera. Bringing home memories and stories to retell is a good second best to having … Continue reading →

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Scotland – Sunshine on a Rainy Day, A trip to Ardnamurchan and Mull

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Melanie

By Melanie Rain and Scotland go together, it’s the package you sign up for if you decide to go. As I sit here I can close my eyes and imagine the rain falling outside, in my mind I can see … Continue reading →

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Photography Tips – Travel Photography

Posted on March 9, 2009 by Bill

By Bill Like you, I love to travel. And while traveling, photography plays an important part of what I do.  Like you, I want to come home with photographs to remind me of where I was, what I did, and … Continue reading →

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England – South Shropshire (and a little diversion into Worcestershire)

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Claire

By Claire This review will focus on my home patch; all are locations that I can drive to within about 30 minutes. They are places I probably don’t really “see” the full beauty of anymore due to familiarity but I … Continue reading →

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Hong Kong – The New Territories

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Bill

By Claire Why Go? If you want an opportunity to have endless chances to brush up on all genres of photography, both night and day, then this is for you. Hong Kong Island isn’t just skyscrapers, it is about a mass of … Continue reading →

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Scotland – The PTR Team Goes to Elgol

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Bill

By Bill, Claire, and Melanie One of the most photographed places in Scotland is located at Elgol on the Isle of Skye.  Earlier this year, the PTR Team (Bill, Claire, and Melanie) got together and spent a week photographing different … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – United States, Arizona, Desert Museum

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Bill

(Editor’s note:  Carolyn E. Wright is a professional photographer and photography instructor. Shooting for 25 years, her award-winning images have been used in books and corporate marketing materials and hang in private collections. Her wildlife photos are included in the … Continue reading →

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United States – Alaska, Hallo Bay, Emerald Air Service

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Bill

A PTR Review: By Bill Name of Tour Provider: Emerald Air Service Location: Homer Alaska Cost: $500 per person for a one-day trip I must be honest, when I booked my flight out of Homer, Alaska, to Hallo Bay with … Continue reading →

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United States – Alaska, Silver Salmon Creek Lodge

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Bill

A PTR Review: By Bill Silver Salmon Creek Lodge is located in Lake Clark National Park, Alaska.  For a photographer, it is a place to photograph Brown Bears while on foot without the protection of weapons, vehicles, or hides.  One … Continue reading →

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Guest Article – United States, Alaska, Denali Highway

Posted on January 31, 2009 by Bill

By Dave Taylor Copyright © 2008 Dave Taylor, All Rights Reserved, www.sixtyonenorth.com The Denali Highway was opened to travelers in 1957 as the road to Mount McKinley National Park. In 1971 the George Parks Highway opened, allowing more direct access … Continue reading →

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Ecuador – The Galapagos Islands

Posted on January 31, 2009 by Bill

A PTR Review: By Bill Name of Travel Agency: Audley Travel About Audley: Audley Travel are specialists in tailor-made individual itineraries for discerning travellers seeking authentic experiences around the world. Their reputation has developed through a deep knowledge and interest … Continue reading →

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Wales – Five and Misty Go To Anglesey

Posted on January 26, 2009 by Bill

By Melanie and Claire Melanie: A couple of months ago I suggested to Claire that we have a weekend away in December, she came up with what turned out to be a fantastic suggestion: Anglesey, and to be more specific with … Continue reading →

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