Guest Post: Charls Goes To Hong Kong

Hello! My name is Charls, and you might know me as the man behind the lens in some of Bestie’s outfit posts. I’m happy to fill in for her while she’s off enjoying the Sinulog in Cebu (do snap some great photos, buddy!).

Being someone who loves taking photographs, there’s nothing like going to another country. The feeling of having to go out on the streets with just your camera bag, seeing a different sense of life all around you, can really get your inspiration juices flowing. Also the feeling of getting up in one country and sleeping the same evening in another is a wonderful feeling. (At least for me! Haha)

Over the past few years that I’ve been taking photos while traveling, I’ve managed to learn a few stuff. and I’d like to share three tips that you guys might be able to use when you go out and take photos of your trip:

• Pack light- there’s nothing harder than going around an unfamiliar city with a ton of gear strapped around your shoulder.
• Study up – take a few moments before your trip to take note of places that you might like to visit and/or shoot. It will definitely save you time, money and energy and help you make the most of your day.
• Slow down – being in another place, sometimes you might want to take in all the sights you can in a limited amount of time. Be sure to slow down at times and just appreciate the sights and sounds around you.

Hopefully these tips will help you have a grand time on your next trip while taking those precious photographs.