Planning for a Spectacular Remote Photography Expedition

In this episode of the Travel and Adventure Photography School, we dive into the art of capturing stunning photos in remote and off-the-beaten-path locations. Whether you’re trekking through dense forests, exploring rugged mountains, or venturing into deserts, this episode will provide you with practical tips, hacks, and essential gear advice to elevate your remote location photography.

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How's it going everybody. Welcome back to the travel and adventure photography school podcast as always. I'm your host, Robert Massey. And today we're going to be exploring some tips for capturing stunning photos in remote and off the beaten path locations as adventure photographers, and travel photographers. We do have a tendency to want to jump out into the great outdoors and see some amazing and beautiful things. And sometimes. That means getting out where there's no cell phone connection or there's not a lot of other people. And it honestly takes a lot of work and a lot of time and a lot of effort to get into these places. So, what does that mean for when you are planning these shots, when you are bringing gear in there and how do you get ready for what can be a really intimidating experience, especially if you've never spent a lot of time in the back country. That's what we're talking about today. First off though. Thank you so much for joining me and taking a few minutes to improve your photography. It's awesome. That people are interested in getting better and growing their art and growing how they capture images. And I just love that. And that's part of the reason I really do this. So thanks for tuning in. Thanks for being here with me. If you are enjoying the podcast, if you are wanting to learn about something specific or just, you know, want to talk about something photography related, reach on out on Instagram at Robert Massey photography, or you can find my email on my website@rrmsphotography.ca. I love chatting with people about all this. So I'd be happy to hear from you and hear about. What it is that you're capturing your photography and what you want to learn a little bit more about. All right. Let's get into our actual. Conversation for today. We're going to start with the pre planning process for your remote photography, expedition. Proper planning can honestly make all the difference in your photography, adventure. So ensuring you're prepared and ready to capture these absolutely breathtaking shots that I know you're going to capture. Is going to make your life a lot easier. So you can start by gathering inspiration. Look through photography websites, social media platforms, Instagram and Pinterest are amazing for this. And photography books or magazines. Pay attention to locations that catch your eye and make a list of potential shots and spots that you want to go and capture, follow along with other adventure photographers, and look at what they're doing and how they're capturing things in. Don't necessary, imitate what they're doing and just go to the same spots as them. But look at the images that you love from them and understand what it is that catches your eye. Is it a ton of mountain scapes? Is it seascapes at underwater photography? What is it that keeps driving you back in there? And that's going to help inform where you should be going for your own photography expedition. Personally, I can't get enough of seeing that alpen glow on mountain peaks that only hits just before sunrise or just after sunrise. And just seeing that beautiful orange touch, that peaks of a mountain top. And so there's some places in the world where I really want to go to see that and capture those images and be on a mountain top to see them. For other people that could be doing some scuba diving, others that could be tracking across a remote desert has all sorts of amazing adventure expeditions that you could go on. So look into those other adventure, photographers, what they're capturing, how they're capturing things and see what it is that you really love about the locations and spots that they're going to. You can use resources like Google earth, travel blogs, forums, really dive deeper into these kinds of locations or these activities that really interest you. And these tools can really help you visualize the train, understand lighting conditions and identify unique features or places that you really want to go to. And where you really want to set up to capture something. Now once you've chosen a spot to go research the location, research the activity, get to know it inside, outside, and backwards. Knowing where you're going and what to expect is key to having a great experience. So spend some time studying maps and online resources to understand the terrain and the best time to visit. And honestly, make sure to bring a map with you to the location you're going to so that you can always find your way back to camp and know your way around the area. Cell phone and downloaded maps are great. Things happen to electronics all the time in the back country, cold weather can kill batteries. You can kill the battery, just not realizing you're editing photos on your phone for so long, and it can't be as reliable as you would like it to be. So having an actual physical map in front of you and knowing that terrain around you. Could literally be a life saver. And it's a lightweight, easy thing to throw in a bag, especially if you're going somewhere where there's not a lot of other humans. Now timing is crucial for getting the best shots. So research the best time of year to visit your chosen location. Consider the weather conditions tour seasons specific natural events like wild flowers or fall colors or wildlife migrations. Consider what type of image that you really want to capture? Being in Banff, there are so many people who show up here not realizing that we're a mountain destination and in the winter, that means that our lakes freeze solid and they come here in February expecting to be able to see the gorgeous colors, Moraine lake or Peyto lake in there. Really disappointed when they realize. It's a frozen lake that has snow on top of it. You're not going to see the colors, those colors aren't going to pop through again. Probably until the middle of June at the earliest. So. Visiting a location during the off season can offer unique photo opportunities and fewer crowds. But it can mean dealing with not getting that iconic shot We're dealing with harsher weather conditions for sure. That can, however, also lead to some really amazing. Images as well. Peyto lake, right when it freezes, before it gets the snow dropped on top of it looks magical. He gets some white trees. You get that beautiful Wolf head, you get this turquoise color of the water, and then all this white popping off and it looks like a two-tone maybe three toned image. Just because of the winter weather conditions. That is an amazing time to go and shoot something, but you won't get the iconic image that you're looking for. So really understand when the best time to go to each location is to capture the image that you are dreaming about or the images that you are dreaming about. Now also consider how the elements of a location can tell a story. Interesting geological, formations, local wildlife, cultural landmarks, all of these can add depth and context to your photos. Making them more engaging and more memorable. And as a venture photographers, it's our responsibility to minimize our impact on the environment. We spend a lot of time on our feet on trails in cars and planes on bikes. Doing all sorts of things that actually really. Can negatively effect. The place that we're going to capture. And so it's really important to choose locations that you can practice, leave no trace principles. That you are avoiding fragile ecosystems and being really mindful of your footprint and listening to local regulations around how you should act in those areas to help preserve them for. As long as we possibly can. In that same vein. Let's talk about permits and regulations. Many remote locations require permits for access, especially if you're entering national parks or protected areas. So make sure you secure the necessary permits well in advance and I don't just mean. Photography permits. I don't just mean capturing things permits. I actually mean the permits that you need to be in the back country in some areas. In some cases, this is to help maintain those locations. To pay for possible helicopters to get you out, to pay for the monitoring and safety in these locations. But also it helps to allow local wildlife Rangers or local law enforcement officials to know that you are back in this area and to know you're expected to return on X date. And if you haven't returned to being out of this area on X date, Something might've gone wrong and they need to go in and look for you. It can actually also be a safety measure for you as well. Now somebody else may also have restrictions on drone usage. Off-trail hiking photography in sacred spaces, respect those regulations as well. I know here in Banff. We have a total, no drones allowed, unless you are working directly with Parks Canada, and you've gotten a permit from them. And I actually really love this. I really hate getting to the top of a mountain and there's five or six drones flying around and all you can hear is. Of the drones and the sounds that they make drone footage is really amazing. But it's become so accessible and usable. That it can actually really inhibit, not just the wildlife and their experience and the way they live because drones look like predators in the sky and. They can really mistake that and cause a lot of stress and anxiety, the wildlife and change. Patterns and movement patterns and everything else, but it also. Inhibits the experience of other people who are up there as well, who haven't necessarily signed up to be a part of your drone photography work. So really take into account. Where you're flying that drone, how you're flying it. And when you're getting into all that. Just to be a little bit more respectful for everybody around you. So. That's our pre-planning process. It is really important to think before you head into a location. So that you have all the permits and necessary access that you need. So you know where you're going and what you need to get in there. Cause there's some back country areas that you can't just pull up to a trail head and start walking. You might have to. Take a plane to a boat, to a car to drive in somewhere before you get to start walking. There's this could be a lot of steps involved in this process. So really have to think through before you can actually step out on the trail. One of the other really important things that you're going to need to think through is the packing essentials and what you're going to bring with you. Cause packing for a role photography trip is a balancing act. You want to bring everything you need without overloading yourself. Make sure you bring the essentials, clothing, food, and shelter before leaning into anything else. You need to make sure you have the right clothing. You need to make sure you have enough food. And then a little bit. And you have a way to stay warm if you're staying in huts along the way. Amazing. Don't worry about a tent. Maybe you need to bring a tent with you. Maybe you need to bring some other sort of shelter with you as you're going. Just make sure that you have all of those set aside in your bag before you start getting into. Not lifesaving things like your photography equipment. Now we will get into what photography gear. Bring with you, but there's some other non photography essentials that can really enhance your experience and safety. So like we were saying a detailed map and compass or a GPS device are invaluable for navigating unfamiliar terrain. I also make sure you bring a reliable flashlight or headlamp for those early morning, late evening shoots. And honestly, when you just need to get up and go outside in the middle of the night as happens because we're human. You never know when you might really need that extra little bit of light to find your way along a trail. It's also wise to carry a first aid kit. Make sure that you bring one that is appropriate for the type of activity that you're doing and the potential injuries that you can encounter. Accidents happen. Being prepared for those injuries can make a huge difference. So make sure you have bandages antiseptic, wipes, pain, relievers, personal medications that you need. And also make sure that you know how to use all of these things and help. Say set a broken bone so that you can walk back out of an area. That you know how to set up a sling to hold somebody's shoulder. These are all things that can really help you when you're in the remote back country and get you out safely and back to civilization where doctors and nurses and everybody else can help you set those bones properly. Now another important aspect, and this is weather preparedness, so always check the weather forecast before you head out and plan accordingly. It's going to be really difficult to look forward into, but you should have a general idea of what the weather in that area is like definitely before heading out and when you're packing. And then once you get there, just make sure you monitor what the weather is doing. So, you know, if a big storm is rolling in, or if you're going to have a beautiful blue sky day, One of the best ways that you can plan accordingly for this is to dress in layers. Layering allows you to adjust your clothing, to stay comfortable as the temperature changes. Start with the moisture wicking base layer to keep sweat away from your skin. Add an insulating layer, like a fleece or down jacket to retain body heat and finally bring along a waterproof. And windproof outer layer to protect yourself from rain, snow, and wind, because honestly it sucks to get soaking wet and then you get cold and sometimes you just really can't warm up again properly. And one more tip on all this, inform someone about your travel plans, share your itinerary with a friend or family member, including your expected return time and the route you expect to take. And when you expect to be in each of those locations, especially if you're gone. For multiple nights. This is a crucial safety measure in case anything goes wrong while you're off the grid and you can't necessarily message somebody to let them know something has happened. All right. That's your non photography gear. Let's get into the most critical piece you need for your off the grid photography shoot, which is the gear you're bringing with you to capture photos. When you're venturing into these remote areas, your gear can make or break your photography experience. The key is to strike a balance between having enough equipment to get the shots you want. And not overloading yourself with unnecessary weight. I know, I think every photographer in existence has this problem. If I have my car with me, I will bring along lenses. I don't even remotely use most of the time and they're just super rarely taken out of my bag. When I'm hiking, I've done this to myself where I've brought along my 70 to 200 and never pulled it out of my bag once. But I carried a five pound lens with me up and down a mountain for no reason, because I'm like, oh, I might, I might use this. So I need to have it with me. Remote photography is a. Much different experience. You really need to consider the types of shots you're getting exactly what you need to capture those images. And what you can actually realistically bring with you because in a lot of these cases, you are carrying everything. So think carefully about what you're bringing. First up cameras and lenses. You need a versatile and reliable camera, body, this essential. It doesn't matter if you're shooting DSLR or mirrorless micro four thirds full frame. Whatever, just make sure that it is weather sealed to handle various elements that you might encounter. A lot of high end camera companies, their camera buddies are very well. Weather sealed. They can typically take being out in a little bit of rain, being out in a little bit of snow, having some dirt and dust fall on top of the camera bodies. What makes a big difference is the lenses. Some really cheap lenses have zero weather sealing whatsoever. So if water even so much just touches them and gets into crack. That lens is done. You want to make sure that the lenses you're bringing along with you can survive in these rough elements in, in these rough conditions. So weather sealed lenses is critical for these kinds of situations. Now you want to look for an option in your mirrorless camera, body that's lightweight and easy to move with. That's already in the camera system you are using. Just wait, you aren't buying a whole new camera set up. And if you are doing a lot of re remote work and moving fast, Maybe it's a great idea to buy into a different camera system because you really love the small lens and the small body that they're using. But. Honestly, it's not the best choice for a large portion of us. Because it gets expensive to own two totally different camera systems. So. For most of us get out there and choose a camera body that matches up with the system you are already using. For Sony shooters, the A7C II or the A7CR are the perfect combo of full frame sensor, lightweight small with great image quality. The big difference between the two is the sense of resolution. The hosts, a 33 megapixel sensor and the, our hosts, a 61 megapixel sensor. Outside of that. They are very similar cameras with similar body shapes. For Nikon the Z50 is an incredibly small, fast crop sensor camera. That takes advantage of the amazing Zed lineup of lenses. This is a great option. If you're looking for something really small, really fast and really lightweight. For full frame. You can look at the Z5, which is a bit bigger, but it has a 24 megapixel full-frame sensor and supports dual SD card reading, which can be incredibly important rather than just relying on one single memory card. For Canon shooters, there's the R 100 or the R eight. The R 100 is a crop sensor. That is one of the latest on the market. While the R8 has a full frame, sensor has put into a tight, super compact body. For those shooting Fuji or into the micro four thirds world. You're lucky if those cameras are already tight, small, and wonderful, they produce great image quality. And the lenses are super tiny versus a lot of what's available in the mirrorless world. So. If you're already there, don't buy anything new, go out with the camera that you have, because it's going to be a great option. Now for lenses, I recommend starting with the 24 to 70. This is a great all around lens that covers a wide range of focal lengths. You can zoom in a little bit. You can capture sweeping landscapes. It's a great. Option for kind of just an everyday running gun shooter. The 24 to 1 0 5, especially the one that Canon makes is beautiful as well and has amazing image quality. It's just a little bit bigger and a little bit heavier. And you typically can't get a 2.8 option, which isn't as good when you're starting to shoot in low light conditions. Especially if you want to get into doing some astrophotography. So there are some limitations, but the 24 to 1 0 5 is also a great option in here. If you have the space, bring a wide angle lens. Something like a 16 to 35 or a straight 16 prime with a 2.8 or faster f-stop to capture those expensive vistas dramatic skies, especially if you're going to get into doing some astrophotography, having a wide angle is super helpful. And I love shooting with long telephoto, but in these situations where you're carrying a lot of gear and not just photography gear and a long. Long way you'll need space saving somewhere. And that's typically one of the ways I start saving space is I'll cut out my 70 to 200 or a 100 to 500. This is when it's great to have a bigger megapixel range to play with on your sensor. Cause you can crop in a bit more in post without losing. Any image detail, really? So. Look at those pros and cons of what you're bringing with you and just make sure you have the lenses that you need to capture the details that you want. Alright, protective gear. When you're remote areas, your equipment is exposed to all sorts of conditions. Dust, rain, snow. You name it massive wind storms using weatherproof bags and covers can save your gear from a ton of potential damage. I always carry a rain cover for my camera bag and I highly recommend everybody does this as well. You can typically buy ones for pretty much every bag in existence, or you can buy a third-party one that ranges across different ones. Just make sure you've got one for the bag you're carrying. I also throw in small waterproof bags for things like batteries and memory cards from when they aren't in the camera. Some way just to protect them a little bit, in case a little bit of moisture gets in, just helps protect them as an additional layer. And for some extended trips, it can be impossible to fit in an internal camera cube to protect your gear. And it may be riding around loose in the bag. I've had to do this in my 85 liter backpacking bag where my camera just sits on top of my clothing and sits on top of the bag. It's just not an ideal situation, but sometimes we got to do what we got to do to go into the back country. So think about using your extra clothing wrapped around your lenses and your camera, body to protect it, which honestly works really well. And it's a really cheap and accessible option and you're not bringing along something extra. That being said. It works well until the clothing gets dirty or wet and you can't put your electronics on it anymore, or you lose a piece of clothing because that does actually happen. And you all of a sudden, don't have a sock to stick your lens in. So if you want something that is built specifically for camera lenses. You can try something like the Kuvrd lens cap, K U V R D, which is a hard rubber exterior that is water drop and puncture resistance. And you can wrap around around the front of your lens and one around the back of your lens. And that way all of your photography equipment is covered by this. Rubber. That basically protects it from knocks and scratches. You can also buy a cloth lens wraps or lens burritos, as I've heard, some people call them to protect your gear as well. And these work great. There you're not as puncture or drop resistant as the covered lens caps are. But they are also a fabulous option. Finally something else. Protect your gear. Silica gels. These are the little tiny do not eat packets that we get in. Pretty much everything nowadays. And they basically absorb moisture so that you don't have to worry about that getting into your camera equipment. So if you have a few and you do have a specific spot, you're storing your camera gear. Tossing a couple of those in with them could actually help prevent moisture from getting into your camera. If you're going to a really dry arid area, maybe not necessary, but if you're going to a rainforest somewhere with snow, somewhere where it's gonna be raining a lot. It might be a pretty good option. All right. Power. We've talked about this a lot on this podcast. I'm not going to dig in too, too much into it, but power. It's crucial when we're far away from civilization power is one of those things that seems insanely accessible all the time until you step onto a hiking trail until you get into a remote destination, all of a sudden. You remember, power is not always there for you. So make sure you pack extra batteries, make sure you pack extra memory cards as well. That's critical. Because there's honestly nothing worse than running out of power. At exactly the wrong time. So for extended trips, something beyond a day trip, consider bringing a portable power bank or a solar charger or both. These can be lifesavers, keeping your camera and other devices charged when you're off the grid. I personally use a battery pack that can charge a camera from Anker. It's a bit big and bulky now, as it's getting on to be a few years old, but it keeps chugging along and works perfectly for two to three day trips. And if you're out for longer than that, maybe even up to a week or two weeks, consider bringing along a portable solar panel. This way, you're not bringing along a massive external battery that can charge all of your devices for that long, But you can bring along the one smaller battery pack and recharge it with solar on the go. To do that. You want to consider a portable solar panel that you can hang from your backpack or set up at camps that you can charge your battery or storage devices or anything like that. While you're on the move or while you're hanging out and resting up waiting for golden hour to set up. Something like the goal zero nomad is a great option for a solar panel that you can use on the go, but there are a ton out there on the market. Just make sure you do the research to get the one that matches your needs. Finally another handy tool is a GPS device. A lot of smartphones have GPS in them, but a dedicated GPS device can be more reliable in more remote areas. And it can allow you to reach out to people when you don't have cell service. This is critical. For when you're out somewhere for multiple days on end to be able to communicate with people and let them know that you are safe and okay. Now remember the goal here is to be prepared for what you want to be doing without being weighed down. So priorities gear that serves multiple purposes and is essential for your shooting style. And the environment that you're going to. One of the other gear things that you should really consider when you're going on a remote photography trip. Like this is how you're going to keep your images safe, the whole purpose of the strip beyond the obvious wellness benefits to being out in the back country. And just being able to absorb nature into you. Is the images that you were taking and it'd be so heartbreaking if you lost those. So. Here are a couple of tips for making sure that you have the images that you want when you are leaving. Firstly, bring multiple memory cards instead of relying on a single high capacity card. Use several smaller ones. This way, if that one card fails, you won't lose all of your images. And make sure you rotate in your cards regularly, especially after significant shoots. Or at the end of each day, I really liked the end of each day methodology, especially I've been shooting a lot throughout the day. That way. If I do lose a card, I might lose that day's worth of shots, but I won't lose the entire trip. And definitely when you're looking at what cars to bring, considering those high quality durable cards that are resistant to extreme temperatures. And physical drops. Something like the Sony tough cards are a great option for this. Also, if you have the option shoot to multiple cards at once, I know this turns into a lot of additional memory cards. It literally doubles the number that you have to bring with you, but this way you have a dual backup straight from the camera. So you're not relying on one memory card in case that one fails you actually relying on two. So you have double the chances that something will be able to be recoverable or that you will definitely have those images for you. Now when you're flipping out cards and when you're storing them, especially if you're shooting on two separate ones. Make sure that you aren't storing both memory cards in the same place. That basically defeats the purpose of having multiple memory cards outside of the camera. So you could store one set in the top post to your backpack and a nice waterproof bag. And you store another set inside a pocket in your jacket or in a pants pocket or something like that. This way, if something happens to your backpack or if God forbid you lose it or drop it somewhere. You will actually still have a memory card with you because it's on you and vice versa. If you fall and crack that memory card that's in your pocket, you still have the one that's in your backpack. So keeping them separated from each other is critical to making sure that you have a good backup system. Now there's also an additional thing you can do. And this does add gear cost and weight to your bag. So really think carefully if this is the right option or if you are okay, just running with two memory cards. And that's backing up on the go. So you could consider bringing along a portable backup option. There aren't a ton of these on the market right now. But there are a couple of good ways to do this. The first is to purchase a memory card reader that plugs into your phone and back up the cards to your phones storage. This definitely means having a ton of free space on your phone. Or you could select specific images and backup just the ones, you know, that you're going to want to keep, but you won't be able to back up the whole card without a lot of storage on your phone. And you can also do this with a tablet, but again, that's another device to bring along and another device to power. And another one to worry about and take space in your bag. Neither of which are honestly ideal solutions. The other option is something like the WD, my passport wireless pro. This is a small storage device that you can use to wirelessly transfer images from your camera or smartphone. You can also plug in certain memory cards into the device, but there are some pretty hefty limitations, like the inability to read CF express, which is becoming a go-to memory card format. So you may still want to send images to your phone and then wirelessly to the hard drive. But that way again, if you've dual shot, And then you've uploaded some to your phone and you've uploaded the rest of the car to the. WD my passport wireless. You have a lot of backups going on that ensures that you won't lose your images without something truly catastrophic happening. Again, though. That's some extra things to carry with you, some extra things to power and some extra things to worry and think about. So decide if that's the right solution for you before going out. All right. I'm not going to dig into how to shoot or anything like that while you're on your adventure. Go. Enjoy capture some fantastic shots and create some. Beautiful and amazing art that makes you happy and makes your heart sing. But after you've shot everything, it's honestly important to do something with your images. I have an issue with this. I'm sure every single adventure photographer in the world has an issue with this, where I just have a ton of images that are sitting on a hard drive that I've kind of looked at, but I've never really done anything with. And the longer I wait, the harder it gets to go back and look at those images because I have other ones I want to look at it and more adventurous to go on. And yeah, when you get back, just to make sure that you are doing something with your shots. If you go out and just capture them for yourself. I can fantastic. Just make sure to look through edit and at least save a few to your phone. So you can look back and remember all the amazing images that you've shot better yet. Print out your favorite three favorites, 10 favorites, whatever. And hang them in your home. That way you have a record of the images that you shot, the work that you've done, and you didn't just carry all that back in there for nothing to shoot images that you've never looked at. And then leave them sitting on a hard drive. It seems like a lot of extra work for. Literally no benefit. Now, if you want to go beyond your personal use, there are a few things you can do. For starters, the obvious share on social media, great way for people to get, to see everything you've captured. I celebrate the images that you've done. And if this is the route you want to go, make sure that you film some behind the scenes footage to add to your images, to create some short form video, which attracts a far bigger audience today. And that way more people will see the images that you capture. Beyond social though. There are still some great options for making money from your work. Before heading out, you can set up a partnership with a brand to shoot some specific images of their products in locations, outdoor gear companies, camera companies, even some food and beverage companies will pay for people to show off their product in unique spots. Setting this up in advance can ensure that you're capturing the images they need and ensures you a little bit of money, but you all could also shoot some of your gear on spec, some of their gear on spec or on speculation, and then share it with the company afterwards. There's no guarantee, but you may make a few extra bucks that way basically shooting on spec means that you haven't had a contract with them. They aren't hiring you to do anything specific. You're going to shoot something with the idea that they might buy something for you. You are speculating that this is what they want. Now you could also contact the area's tourism board and offer images you have taken from the excursion. Again, you could arrange this in advance. Or shoot and share images on speculation. Lots of tourism boards have smaller budgets than companies do though. So just keep that in mind while you are producing these images. One thing. Either way, just make sure that you have a licensing fee, that you are ready to give them when you share the images with them. If you've worked this out in advance, amazing. If you were just sharing images on speculation, it saves a ton of back and forth conversations. Anything like that. If you just go, this is what my licensing fee is for these types of rights. This is what is for these types of rights to share that right off the bat. And everybody will be a lot happier. And make sure that you're pricing your shots fairly for whatever your cost of doing businesses. All right. I think that's it for today. That's everything I've got for shooting in remote locations that isn't actually about the photography itself. Obviously the photography itself is a huge critical component to this. But it's so subjective to the space. You're going into the images that you'd like to capture. What you are looking to capture why you were there, what you were doing there, everything like that, that. Can't get into it here. So. Shooting in remote locations really does take a bit more thoughtfulness and pre-planning. But it can honestly be totally worth it. And not just for the images, but for your mind and your body as well. Getting off the pavement, getting out of the city and into places where there are only a few other humans can drastically alter your perception and boost your own mental health and really increase your creativity. So get out there, if you're interested, plan a remote trip. It doesn't have to be an overnight or a remote trip could be a long day trip into somewhere. But just remember to plan and think in advance. All right. If you have questions or topics you'd like to cover, reach out on Instagram at RobertMasseyPhotography. I love to hear from people love to chat about everything like this. And yeah. Thanks again for taking some time to grow and improve your photography. Now, get out there. Go somewhere remote. See this big, beautiful world of ours. Just stay safe while you're doing it. All right. Let's adventure. Bye for now.