Learning photography has been an incredible journey over the last few years and I feel like I’ve come a long way in a short amount of time. But something truly amazing happened when I finally learned how to properly edit…
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Stylish Camera Bags for the Traveling Photographer
Are you a photographer who also loves to travel? How about a traveler with an affinity for photography? Potato, po-TAH-toe–either way, you’re going to need a cute and functional camera bag to tote your weapon of choice along on your…
6 Simple Ways to Get Photos of Yourself When Traveling Solo
When much of your time is spent traveling solo, it can be tricky to get great photos of yourself enjoying said travels, if you get any at all. I love photos of myself in my favorite destinations, and there’s no…
Find Your Own ‘Instagram-Worthy’ Spots…And Then Keep Them to Yourself
‘Instagram-worthy’ is undoubtedly my least favorite buzz phrase in the travel sphere these days. It suggests quite strongly that nabbing a photo that will explode with likes on the ‘gram is the best (if not the only) reason to visit a…
My Favorite Travel Photos of 2016
Looking back over my travels of the past year is a trip unto itself–in large part because I could have SWORN I said I was going to slow the F down and not travel quite so much. And then 6…
A Love Letter to Mexico City
Dear Mexico City, Where do I even begin? You had me under your spell before I even arrived. You welcomed me with open arms, your warm air enveloping me like a hug from an old friend. My visit was somewhat…
Farewell, Friday Snapshots: The Evolution of a Series
Greetings from Peshastin, Washington and a very happy (and sunny) Friday, friends! Hopefully, you’ve noticed the big change that took place this week–my site moved permanently to this new URL, and the name changed accordingly. I’m no longer the mochilera…
A Week in Mexico City with Cantimplora Travel
Greetings from Mexico City and happy Friday, everybody! Today marks the conclusion of my first full week in Mexico, during which I’ve been exploring the city and surrounding area with Cantimplora Travel, a company guided by two passionate and creative…
I’m Going to Mexico!
It is with immeasurable excitement that I announce yet another one of my travel dreams is coming to fruition this year… I’m going to Mexico!!! While I have technically already been to Mexico, well, let’s just say it wasn’t the…
25 Enchanting Photos of Sweden in Winter
Sweden in the winter is beautiful beyond measure. With so many of my Sweden photos still unshared, I thought I’d do one last post, a round-up of all my favorite magical, wintry shots from around Stockholm and Hudiksvall, the two…