The world is full of wonder and beauty. As photographers we strive to capture and share the magic that we encounter on our travels and in special places closer to home. Stunning images of mountains and wildlife can be satisfying to create, but I think we can strive to go further and also communicate the story of the journey itself. An authentic telling will enlighten our viewers and will hold deeper meaning for our companions as well.

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Photography and backpacking have been intertwined ever since cameras became small enough to lug up a trail. Even as our tools become ever lighter and more compact, though, the challenge of capturing fleeting moments remains. If your gear is stashed away in a backpack, what chance do you have of documenting the pure joy of a friend summiting a peak or the sudden appearance of a rare bird? Conversely, a camera that is dangling from your neck is a constant nuisance, threatening to bang into rocks or throw you off balance. But maybe the solution has been draped over our shoulders all along.

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