Photowalk - How to Avoid the 5 Biggest Mistakes

You might know that Photowalk is the act of walking with a camera for the main purpose of taking pictures of things that you may find interesting, and that people all over the world are organizing Photowalks with the main goal of getting PHOTOGRAPHERS (professionals, amateurs, enthusiasts, with big or small cameras) together to share their experiences.

Now, let's talk about how to avoid the 5 biggest mistakes when you are going to a Photowalk.

1- Good Information
Once you find a Photowalk that is going to happen in your area, the first thing you need to do is to get in contact with the person that is organizing the Photowalk (leader) and get as much information as possible about the event. Check out some details like; the date, the time, the location and the duration of the event. Check also what is the minimum number of people required or maximum number of people allowed and if you have to sign in online or you have to get to the location a little earlier at the day of the event.

2- Planning Ahead
Now that you know that you are going to a Photowalk, it is time to plan ahead about what equipment to bring; camera, flash, bag, etc. You can also ask the Photowalk Leader for some good advice.

3- Checking the List Twice
At the day of the Photowalk, don't forget to go over your list checking all your equipment, including some extra batteries and etc.

4- Less is Better
Always remember that you are going to be walking for one or two hours. If you are a Professional Photographer and you are shooting an important event, it might be necessary you to bring your whole collection of cameras, lenses, filters, flashes, tripods, remotes and etc. But if you are going to a Photowalk and you just want to have some good time with other Photographers and other people that love photography as much as you do, I would recommend you to bring only the essential;
- 1 camera
- 1 or 2 lenses
- 1 Flash
- Few extra batteries (for camera and flash)
- Camera bag

5- Last Few Details
Because most of the Photowalks are done outside, and because we prefer to start it around 9:00 am or 5:00 pm, I always ask people from my group to bring some extra few items;
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water Bottle
- Snack
- etc

Going to a Photowalk will help you improving your photography skills, but remember that you are also there to make some extra friends and enjoy the experience. Try to share your experience and feelings with other members of your group. It is very common that after the Photowalk everybody gets together in a bar or restaurant around the area so they can relax, have a good time and share their experiences.

Don't forget to post your pictures on the "Group's Website" (Check the website address with your Group Leader), and Good Luck.

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