Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast 159. Travel Photography Secrets with Girl Gone Abroad
Apr 23, 2024
39:29
Unpack your bags and stay awhile as Lauren Carey of Girl Gone Abroad and Michelle explore the world of travel photography. Ever wonder how to turn your travel pics into something that captures what you actually saw with your eyes? Buckle up as we dive into the world of Instagrammable Airbnbs, what goes into a property shoot, and the secrets to capturing that solo travel glow without awkwardly asking someone to take your photo. Whether you're an Airbnb owner wanting more bookings or a solo traveler wanting to document your trip perfectly, this episode will show you how to capture a story with your photos. Lauren Carey is the creator behind the Girl Gone Abroad brand. Born in the US and currently residing in the Netherlands, she is a digital storyteller passionate about beautiful places and spaces. Her aesthetic content captures the essence of her travels in over 60 countries, inspiring others to explore the world for themselves. ------------------------ In today's episode, we cover the following:
- How Lauren and Michelle met
- Diving into photography and advice on getting started
- Favorite Airnbnb's Lauren has visited
- What draws her into a property
- Her process of capturing a property
- Tips for perfect solo shots as a solo traveler
- Her simple editing process in post-production
- Michelle's 30th birthday location and the details that made it feel like a home
- How storytelling plays into photography
- Experiences of "unreasonable hospitality"
- Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
- A Perfect Vintage by Chelsea Fagan