A large portion of my time is devoted not just to photography itself, but to something just as important: finding new places to create it. Scouting, for me, is part of the adventure. It's a little like being on a treasure hunt with your camera bag in the passenger seat and curiosity behind the wheel. And over the years, I've discovered a few ways to make that hunt easier, more enjoyable, and a whole lot more rewarding.

Back when I first got serious about photography, I used to just hop in the car and drive with no particular plan. Sometimes, that spontaneous approach works. But more often than not, I'd come home with a few random shots and the nagging feeling that I had missed something better just around the bend. Today, I plan more deliberately—and it's made a big difference. Here are a few tips I've picked up along the way to help you make the most of your own scouting adventures...

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