AWAI Wall of Fame

Sandra Kennedy
Age: 61   What is your current occupation? Travel Writer   What are you studying at AWAI (travel writing, photography, import/export, or all three)? Travel Writing   What was your first successful article or photo about and where did it appear? Living Like A Local - Escape Artist
What are you working on now?
I am working with the Media Public Relations to arrange a possible individual press trip to Ulaa Patagonia for five days.
What has been your proudest writing, photography, or import/export moment?
I felt very proud to be published in International Living.
Please give us an example of how your life has changed since becoming a travel writer, photographer, or import-exporter.
My travels have more purpose. I am more observant and on the lookout for possible stories. It is such a thrill to find that story and develop it to the publication stage.
What success tip would you like to share with your fellow AWAI members?
Keep writing and reading about travel writing! Most importantly, venture out, start with a short article and build your portfolio.
When did you realize you were living the writer’s or photographer’s life?
I believe it was when my first articles were published.
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