Real photography tips from real adventures
Travel photography tips, Lightroom workflows, and behind-the-scenes stories from a photographer who's been leading photo tours for 10+ years. Monthly. Free. No spam.
What's inside every email
Not theory — practical tips I use myself, shared as stories from the field.
Practical Photo Tips
Real-world techniques from 35+ countries — Auto ISO workflows, hand-held shutter rules, composition tricks that actually work in the field.
Lightroom & Editing Workflows
Step-by-step guides, AI Dust Removal walkthroughs, and my personal post-processing workflow (including a free PDF guide).
Behind-the-Scenes Stories
From a camera falling off a tripod in Iceland to golden hour lessons in Cappadocia — every tip comes wrapped in a real story.
Early Access to Photo Tours
Some of my tours sell out within 10 days. Subscribers hear about new destinations and dates first.
Gear Tips & Camera Care
Sony sensor protection, tripod safety in wind, backup strategies — honest advice with no sponsorships or affiliate deals.
Visual Inspiration
Each email ends with a curated photo gallery, complete with focal length, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO — so you can learn from every shot.
Recent issues
See what subscribers have been reading — judge the quality for yourself.
🌅 Three lessons from 4,000 km on the road
Notes from 26 days across five countries, a photo gallery at the end, and what's coming next.
📷 Less thinking, better photos — and a few ideas for the future
Auto ISO in practice, a quiet idea for Iceland, and visual inspiration from Cappadocia.
✨ Dust-free photos, future trips, and Cappadocia light
Practical editing, thoughtful travel, and a few images to slow things down.
🧭 Catching up: life, travel & fresh inspiration from Türkiye 🇹🇷
A small camera tweak, a new 2026 calendar & an unforgettable Morocco photo tour.
Sharpen your edits — and your travel plans 🇲🇦
Tour highlights, critique wisdom & your next big adventure?
Hi, I'm Jan
I'm a travel photographer based in Prague, and I've been leading photo tours across 35+ countries for over 10 years. My work has appeared in Lonely Planet, National Geographic Traveller UK, and various international publications.
This newsletter is my way of sharing what I learn in the field — the same tips I give my tour participants, written like a letter from a friend. I read and reply to every response personally.
What readers say
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No spam. Just honest photography advice.
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Common questions
What kind of emails will I receive?
Each email includes a practical photography tip wrapped in a real story, updates on upcoming photo tours, and a curated gallery with full EXIF data. Think of it as a personal letter from a photographer friend — not a corporate newsletter.
How often will you email me?
About once a month — sometimes a bit more when there's exciting news, sometimes a bit less. I only send when I have something genuinely useful to share. Your inbox won't be overwhelmed.
Can I unsubscribe?
Of course — one click and you're out. No guilt trips, no hoops to jump through. I'd rather have a small list of people who actually want to be here.
Is this really free?
Yes, 100% free. No paid tiers, no paywalls. I occasionally mention my photo tours, but the tips and stories are always free and always the main focus.
Ready to level up your photography?
No pressure at all. Just an open door.