Amateur Photographer

Location, location, location

James Abbott James is a landscape and portrait photographer based in Cambridge. He’s also a freelance photography journalist and editor specialising in photography techniques, tutorials and reviews. See more of his work at www.jamesaphoto.co.uk

There comes a time in every landscape photographer’s journey when they outgrow their local patch and feel the pull of more distant locations. While having local spots to visit is essential to take advantage of last-minute weather conditions, travelling further afield will take you to amazing places that expand both your portfolio and your creativity.

The world is full of famous locations, and there are some that are so popular you’re unlikely to ever have them

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