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When to Use the Rule of Thirds. And When to Break It.
If repetition creates rhythm, placement creates tension. This is how the Rule of Thirds actually works.

Jennie Brand
Feb 283 min read


Repetition in Photography: Why Our Brains Crave Pattern
Why do repeating patterns feel so satisfying in photos? And why does a single break instantly grab attention? The psychology might surprise you.

Jennie Brand
Feb 254 min read


Learning to See: Composition and Light for Beginner Travel Photographers
Strong travel photography begins with learning to see light and composition in real moments, not chasing perfect conditions or gear.
Jen Brand
Feb 183 min read


How Slower Travel Makes You a Better Photographer
Slowing down while you travel changes the way you see the world. From quiet mornings, patient waiting, and unexpected connections, I’ve learned that moving with intention leads to more meaningful images and deeper creative growth as a photographer.

Jennie Brand
Jan 204 min read


Why Patience Is a Technical Skill in Photography
Patience shapes timing, composition, and storytelling more than any setting. A personal reflection on how slowing down in the field transformed my photography and creative process.

Jennie Brand
Dec 23, 20254 min read


Returning to Vietnam: The Moments That Stayed With Me
I thought I had seen all of Vietnam. Seven weeks, countless miles, every region explored. But the moment I returned home, something kept pulling me back. Here’s why I booked another ticket only months later.

Jennie Brand
Dec 9, 20254 min read


Why Renting Lenses Might Be the Smartest Move for Photographers
Thinking about purchasing a new lens? Try it before you buy. Here’s how renting through LensRentals saved me money, shaped my gear choices, salvaged my trip when mishaps happened, and scored me a $25 discount you can use too.

Jennie Brand
Nov 5, 20253 min read


Less Than 24 hours in Munich
Pressed for time in Munich? Here’s how I explored the city’s bold architecture, hidden gems, and photo-worthy corners in under a day.

Jennie Brand
Oct 9, 20255 min read


Hiking Son Doong Cave: The Mistakes, the Magic, and What I’d Do Differently
Follow me into the largest cave in the the world, Son Doong Cave in Vietnam, and learn from my mistakes.

Jennie Brand
Sep 3, 20259 min read


"A Day in the Life" - How One Frame Earned Me a Sony Micro Grant and Told a Deeper Story.
A single morning in Hanoi’s Old Quarter changed the way I see storytelling. Here’s how one frame earned me a Sony Alpha micro grant and revealed a deeper story about connection, culture, and everyday life.

Jennie Brand
Aug 5, 20253 min read


5 Travel Film Mistakes I Made and How to Avoid Them as a New Videographer and Photographer
I made five big mistakes filming my first travel short film with the Mentawai Tribe. Here’s how you can avoid them and capture better stories on your next adventure.

Jennie Brand
Jul 8, 20255 min read


Astrophotography: Capturing the Wonders of the Night Sky
Curious how I captured the Milky Way with a sharp foreground and rich color? Here’s my simple approach.

Jennie Brand
Jun 22, 20255 min read
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