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My Trip to Marrakesh, Morocco, Africa (December 2007 - World Art)

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Model: Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL
Shutter Speed: 1/25 second
F Number: F/5.6
Focal Length: 263 mm
ISO Speed: 400
Date Picture Taken: Dec 22, 2007, 1:34:01 PM

ADVICE ON PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE IN MOROCCO

A great experience with it's vast landscapes and variety of scenarios it is a great photo opportunity. I recommend it to any photographer with a warning that its hard work.

The people are definitely the most fascinating subjects to take photographs of but the most problematic. With my camera in my hand i earned stern looks, Shouting and general covering of there faces or turning away. It was most definitely hard work to not offend anyone. Armed with my zoom lens and picking a hidden corner on the square i still feel like i didn't capture the captivating and magical environment around me. I would love to go again and have a little more time and unquestionable recommenced anyone to take a trip there.

here are a few tips to help you on your way...

- always have all the equipment you need, its really hard to get hold of stuff like film and batteries from shops etc so make sure you bring it with you before flying out.

-stay in a Raid rather then a hotel, it really sets the scene for you and you will most definately get some great images and its a great base.

-Expect to pay people to have there photo taken. its not alot but the smake charmers, acrobats, fortune tellers etc will all expect a few Duram for there time.

- it is a great place for overcoming your fears of taking pictures of strangers, so go there with that in mind. if you show confidence and perseverance you will get what you want. (but dont forget to be respectful to)

- If you plan to go into the mountains make sure you take a guide with you, with out them you will definately miss you on al l the fantastic places and people.


i will update this as and when i think of more things !



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nice shot

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thanks!!

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This south-Mediterranean world is just fascinating; people are like characters of some unwritten stories and life has another rhythm. I love it!

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it is the most amazing place in the world!!! spelling binding in everyway! i want to go back as i was only there for 3 nights and it wasnt enough! xx

and thanks for your beautiful comment!

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"i didn't think you could pull a world like that.... "
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wow!! thanks so much! :-) made me feel so happy!!

ive featured you back in my journal to say thanks! :-)

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Canon
Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL
1/25 second
F/5.6
263 mm
400
Dec 22, 2007, 1:34:01 PM

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