Always Take Your Camera – Never Miss a Photo Opportunity Again

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Some of the best photo moments happen unexpectedly. Here's why you should always have your camera with you – and how this helps you avoid classic photography mistakes.

Always Have Your Camera with You

No matter where you're going – take your camera along. Whether it's a city trip, a hike, or just a short outing: it's often that one time you leave the camera behind that a perfect photo opportunity appears – one you may never get again.
It doesn't matter whether you have a telephoto lens, an ultra-wide, or just a standard lens mounted. The main thing is: your camera is ready when you need it.

Why This Matters

  • Many subjects are once-in-a-lifetime moments – they won't come back.
  • Especially when traveling or hiking, missing the perfect shot can be extra frustrating.
  • It’s one of the classic photographer mistakes: the camera stays in the hotel while the perfect scene appears outside.

Remember

If you regularly carry your camera, you'll develop an eye for potential subjects – and you'll stop missing great shots. Better to carry it for nothing than to be unprepared when it counts.


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mein Name ist Markus und seit 2014 widme ich mich der Video- & Fotografie von Naturmotiven. Diese Leidenschaft begann während meiner zahlreichen Reisen durch Japan - von Hokkaido im Norden bis hinunter nach Okinawa im Süden. Diese Erfahrungen haben mich wieder stärker mit der Natur verbunden und auch die WildeNatur vor meiner eigenen Haustür entdecken lassen.

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Hello everyone,
My name is Markus, and I've been passionate about video and photography of nature scenes since 2014. This passion started during my many trips across Japan—from the northern reaches of Hokkaido all the way down to Okinawa in the south. These journeys have helped me reconnect with nature and also explore the wild beauty right outside my own front door.

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