SafariGuy wrote:
My wife and I are heading out of Chicago to La Junta, Colorado on the Southwest Chief on an 18 hour train ride. We’ll be chasing a setting sun as we head west...in theory it sounds like it could a fun trip with Photo opps...unfortunately, from the observation car a person needs to be shooting through windows and train cars are constantly moving. Any suggestions on how to best minimize the obvious challenges?
I just went on a European bus tour. I was amazed at how many good shots I got through the window. Make sure you get a window without any major spots on it then your main concern will be reflection. Just try to angle your camera the best way possible to minimize the reflection. Also you will struggle with which side of the train will have the best views. If possible try to get a spot that has empty seats on the opposite side of the train so you can move when a photography opportunity presents itself. Good luck.