Earlier this month I had several of my travel images published in the Amateur Photographer Magazine. Five of my travel photographs were included in the premium edition of the magazine which came out on the twelfth of March 2024. The photos and write-up were published in the ‘Reader Portfolio’ section, which the magazine describes as, ‘a spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they capture them’. You can click through the slideshow below to see the photographs Amateur Photographer Magazine published in their Reader Portfolio (12/03/2024):
Below is the write up published in the Amateur Photographer Magazine for Geraint Rowland’s Reader Portfolio. It can also be read in full online via Redly here:
Reader portfolio
Spotlight on readers’ excellent images and how they captured them
About Geraint
Geraint loves anything to do with the outdoors. See more of his work at www.geraintrowland.co.uk and on Instagram @geraint_rowland_photography
Favourite subjects
I like taking photos of nature, especially the coastline, seas and oceans at sunset or sunrise. I like to highlight the beauty of the world.
How did you get into photography?
I had a dabble as a teenager, and 15 years ago I was given a small compact camera, which reignited my interest.
What do you love about photography?
The ability to see things in a different way, and the fact that it has taken me to several countries and has allowed me to meet interesting people.
Favourite photographers
I admire many travel photographers, and I also look up to artistic photographers in different genres, including skateboarding and surfing.
First camera
My first DSLR was a Canon EOS 500D.
Current kit
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, 50mm f/1.4 lens, the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM, and the 135mm Sigma f/1.8 Art lens.
Favourite lens
Without doubt the 50mm. It is small, excellent for portraits and street photography, but also for landscapes.
Favourite accessory
A shoulder bag, which I won. It holds my camera and lenses, and some clothing when I travel.
Dream purchase
I would love to try out some of the newer mirrorless cameras.
What software do you use?
Adobe Lightroom Classic.
Favourite tips
Practice as much as possible, take your camera everywhere, learn from friends and other photographers, don’t be afraid to try new things, and make sure you have fun.
Where do you find inspiration?
Through travel. If I stay in one place too long, I lose the motivation to go out and take photos. I try to meet local photographers in the places I visit to explore these new destinations.
Tell us about your pictures
I’ve spent much of the past 15 years travelling and living in other countries. I like to capture each place I visit in a way that represents its culture, and takes the viewer to that location.
Colourful Cuba
Colourful Cuba, Winner of the Wanderlust Travel Magazine by Geraint Rowland
I took this on the seafront of Havana, Cuba, after a heavy rainfall. I loved the Orthodox church and used a wideangle lens to get the classic car and the architecture in frame. A fast shutter speed froze the splash from the puddle. Canon EOS 5D IV, 16- 35mm, 1/2000sec at f/7.1, ISO 160. This photograph won a competition with Wanderlust Travel Magazine with a nice prize to Hong Kong and Macau.
Photobombed by a Llama
A Llama welcomes you to Machu Picchu, Geraint Rowland Photography
Taken at the famous Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. I wanted to capture one of the llamas, with the ruins still visible behind, so used an aperture of f/10 to provide a long depth of field. Canon EOS 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.8, 1/320sec at f/10, ISO 250. I took this image whilst spending a week at Machu Picchu working for the Peruvian Tourist Department, it is one of my most sold travel images and can be licensed from Getty Images here.
Views of the Monastery, Petra
I travelled around the Middle East for six months, including a week at Petra in Jordan. The dressed donkey adds a nice splash of colour. EOS 5D IV, 50mm f/1.4, 1/320sec at f/7.1, ISO 100. More of my Jordan images can be viewed on my Flickr account here.
Tabaski Festival, Senegal
Tabasco Festival Photography in Senegal by Geraint Rowland
I was in Dakar during the Tabaski Festival which is celebrated annually in Senegal in which each family sacrifices and cooks a sheep. The children are preparing to wash it prior to the festival. EOS 5D II, 50mm f/1.4, 1/1000sec at f/7.1, ISO 125. I have written some photography blogs about my travels in Senegal which can be found on my website here.
Morning Light, River Ganges
Sunrise over the River Ganges, taken in Varanasi by Geraint Rowland
A man takes a dip on the shore of the Ganges River, India. I used Lightroom to enhance the sunrise. Canon EOS 5D IV, 16- 35mm, 1/1000sec at f/5.6, ISO 250. I have just returned from a six month trip around India, I am still going through my large stash of photos. You can find many of my India travel photographs on my Flickr account here.
More of my travel photography can be found on my website, my Instagram, my Facebook Page and my Flickr account. If you would like to write a guest blog, please send an email to: geraintrowlandphotography@gmail.com. Many of my photographs are available to license via Getty Images here, alternatively you can send me a message if you would like a digital image or print. Cheers!