Sometimes you need to think creatively to find better shots. Set yourself a theme to give your brain a head start.

For example, on a vacation choose a different color every day and ensure all your shots for that day have that color in that image. Or shoot only shots with triangles in them.

Other examples of themes are:

• Fences
• Bright Colors
• Time
• Cliche
• Unfinished
• Repeating Patterns
• Desperation
• Bliss

Fence Theme

Make sure your theme is simple otherwise you’ll be more pre-occupied with getting a shot in line with your theme than the image itself.

Another option for a theme when on vacation is to choose a selection of themes that captures the essence of the destination. Every area has themes relating to its landscapes, climate, cities, culture etc. Do some research by looking at local postcards or talking to taxi drivers to get an idea of the good picture taking locations.

Discover more ways to work with a theme, plus a fantastic tip on telling a story with your pictures. And it's simpler than you think! All in my book on "Digital Photo Secrets".

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