<p>Nature and landscapes are a favorite photographic subject, evoking memories of travel and senses experienced in a particular place and at a particular moment. But nature photography can be challenging. In this gallery, get expert tips and learn what you should consider when photographing the natural world.</p> <p>Here, a farmer at a tea plantation in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, uses an umbrella to keep himself dry while riding his bike.</p> <p><i>(This photo and caption were submitted to <a href="http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/myshot">Your Shot</a>.)</i></p> <p><b>Photo Tip:</b> Learn to appreciate overcast days. Their diffused light can make for increased color saturation in your images.</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nationalgeographic.com/ngs/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=6200776&amp;code=NG25104">Buy <i>Complete Photography</i> » </a></p>

Tea Plantation, Malaysia

Nature and landscapes are a favorite photographic subject, evoking memories of travel and senses experienced in a particular place and at a particular moment. But nature photography can be challenging. In this gallery, get expert tips and learn what you should consider when photographing the natural world.

Here, a farmer at a tea plantation in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, uses an umbrella to keep himself dry while riding his bike.

(This photo and caption were submitted to Your Shot.)

Photo Tip: Learn to appreciate overcast days. Their diffused light can make for increased color saturation in your images.

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Photograph by Michael Camilleri, Your Shot

Photographing Nature and Landscapes

Get tips for photographing nature and landscapes in this how-to gallery, from National Geographic.

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