Erin Sullivan is a travel photographer and writer specifically focused on sharing culture, wildlife, and the outdoors through the lens of social responsibility. Not only is she a TED speaker, but she’s worked with brands including Adobe, Sony, and many more. Erin has recently created a viral image series called the Great indoors, where she recreated epic outdoor scenery with common household items.

 

In this episode, Erin and I talk about how she became a travel photographer, taught herself photography, and began landing deals with some of the largest brands and tourism boards in the world. We talk about getting past burnout, what being a responsible creator and traveler means, and the importance of taking time to really enjoy a destination (without your camera) and how that allows us to share better stories and actually enjoy traveling.

 

We also have a super honest and open conversation about our opinions on whether people with public platforms have a responsibility to share their perspectives on social issues and political topics and discuss the future of travel. Don’t miss this amazing episode!

 

[5:00] From leading outdoor adventure trips to becoming a professional photographer

[14:13] Why intentional storytelling can make you a great photographer

[18:10] Practicing and refining your work over time to improve your craft

[31:24] What it means to be a responsible traveler and creator 

[37:27] Finding balance when traveling and creating to avoid burnout

[44:34] Using our platforms and our privilege to speak up on things that matter in this world

[50:24] The future of travel after COVID

To connect with Erin:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinoutdoors/

Website: https://erinoutdoors.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/erinoutdoors

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinoutdoors

TED talk: https://www.ted.com/speakers/erin_sullivan

Print Store: https://prints.erinoutdoors.com/

**Get 15% off Erin’s Prints using code: CHRISTINA2020