Summer is often linked with traveling, and traveling, in turn, with photography. Right now, I’m starting to pack for an expedition to Ecuador, with the help of a packing list that I keep updated over time. Some of the items on the list are expected, some less so. For example, without electrician’s tape, I would have a hard time photographing some birds. Can you guess why? I’m also interested in hearing the unusual equipment you always bring on your photo trips, so feel free to drop me a line in the comments. But before that, let’s take a look at the photography news that last week brought.