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How to Use a GoPro to Get Awesome Travel Photos

Alyssa Ramos
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Want to know how I get those awesome GoPro travel photos and Instagram shots where all you see is the back of my head and an epic landscape? I use a GoPro Hero 4 Black (or Hero 3 Silver and pair it with my phone using the built in Wifi, so I can see a preview of the shot before I take it!

Of course, I’ve also developed an eye for what makes a great shot, like making use of angles, lighting, and composition, but let’s get you mastered with the actual photo taking technique first! Once you get that down we can move on to fun things like editing with Snapseed or Light Room!

If you’re not sure what types of photos I’m talking about and just found this article about GoPro tips randomly, please have a look at my Instagram page, @mylifesatravelmovie, or feel free to peruse around my blog (please?).

For more Instagram photo tips check out 8 Tips for Taking Better Instagram Pics

For more information on GoPro cameras, comparisons, and travel photography gear, check out my GoPro and Travel Photography Gear Guide

GoPro Gear I Use:

GoPro HERO4 BLACK

GoPro HERO3: Silver Edition

 

 

GoPro HERO Session                              Standard “Selfie Stick”

 

SanDisk MicroSD Memory Card

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Hey everyone! I’m Alyssa Ramos, one of the first ever solo travel blogger/influencers who’s been traveling for 10 years now, to over 125 Countries, and all 7 Continents!

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