10 enjoyable tasks that help you get better at travel photography

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I.Photograph a reflection

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II.Find a rainbow

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III. Focus on something interesting to you

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IV. Capture a scene through a window

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V. Take a creative selfie

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VIII. Capture an image of something you created

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IX. Showcase a key moment of a sunrise or sunset

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VI. Take a photograph in rainy weather

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VII. Photograph a still object that strikes you as special

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X. Capture the personality of an animal you love

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