Adventure Photography and Instagram Journey

Becca Skinner, a National Geographic Young Explorer and adventure photographer, shares her experiences living on the road, the challenges of her profession, and how Instagram has played a pivotal role in her career. She discusses her lifestyle, the difficulties of working in extreme conditions, and her journey from casual Instagram user to leveraging the platform for professional opportunities. Becca also recounts an expedition to Panama, highlighting the unexpected challenges faced. Instagram has not only expanded her professional network but also introduced her to new friends and opportunities.

What is Becca Skinner's profession?

• Wildlife Biologist

• Adventure Photographer

• Travel Blogger

• Documentary Filmmaker

What was the name of Becca's yellow truck?

• Cheerful

• Bright

• Happy

• Sunny

How many nights did Becca spend outside last year?

• 123 nights

• 180 nights

• 242 nights

• 365 nights

What is one of the main challenges Becca faces as an adventure photographer?

• Editing photos

• Dealing with the elements

• Finding new locations

• Networking with clients

How did Becca Skinner first start using Instagram?

• To connect with other photographers

• To promote her photography

• To share casual life moments

• As a business tool

What was Becca's first major freelance job?

• A wildlife photography project

• A travel documentary

• A fly fishing campaign

• A wedding photoshoot

What did Becca do when she panicked about her career choice?

• Went fly fishing

• Went hiking

• Traveled to a new country

• Took a photography course

What was the main objective of Becca's expedition to Panama?

• To create a documentary film

• To write a book

• To document the journey on social media

• To explore new wildlife

What was a significant learning curve during the Panama expedition?

• Navigating without a GPS

• Setting up camp

• Finding fresh water

• Cooking in the wild

What did Becca use Instagram for during her expedition?

• To find sponsors

• To connect with locals

• To document learning curves

• To share daily updates