Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Anthony Adams @ticketfor2

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

I am Anthony and live in Adelaide, Australia. I work as a Celebrity Makeup Artist while also loving to travel. I started ticketfor2, as I love reading reviews about where I am going, so thought why not offer it myself? I love being able to travel and learn about new cultures, I also love photographing what I see.

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

Travel, hotels, good food and wine. I also like to post about attractions within the places I am travelling to. Also it has to be a great picture, featuring and focusing on the subject at hand.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

Because of my love of travel and the hopes of one day doing it for a living, I came up with the name as my partner and I always travel together, so the ticketfor2 comes from both of us needing a ticket to travel. I also started a blog, twitter and Facebook page for my favourite subject.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

I use Instagram of course and normally when I am taking or editing the pictures, I like to use snapchat if i want to utilise the filters and video capability there. I normally then save that to my camera roll to be able to post it on Instagram. I also love LiPix which i love to use for my layouts if I have several photographs I want to make a collage out of and post. Once getting my picture I always use the controls to adjust the lighting, exposure and alike. I don’t use filters that often, preferring to change the ‘look’ of the photograph using the editing controls.

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

I love following brands that are involved in travel, such as hotels, resorts and even companies like Go Pro. There are some amazing travel related accounts out there such as emiratesworldclub, thetravelvibe, southbaybeachclub and thetravellingsoutherner who’s photograph’s are beautiful, inspirational and just make me want to pack and bag and run now!

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

I would say they have to try staying at one of the W Hotels around the globe. I was so inspired by them, it is always such a creative and unique place to stay. They also know how to celebrate life which each hotel, offering great bars and music. The locations they are at, are places we have all wanted to visit, even if just once.

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

I don’t see my self as an influencer, I just hope people enjoy what I am doing and get the feel for travel. It has opened my eyes and life and I am so happy i have been lucky enough to do it. There are some amazing places out there waiting to be discovered.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

If I am treated well by a brand or utilise a good product the I want others to know about it and hopefully they will get the same experience. I am happy to promote the people who are doing an amazing job. I wouldn’t review or offer something purely to be paid where is the decency and truth in that? If running a campaign be honest people see right through fakery. feature what you love and you can’t go wrong.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

It is essential really, sure anyone can take a picture from someone else and post it, it shows nice pictures, but your viewers will not be seeing the authentic you. I believe in your followers going on a journey with you, seeing it all unveil in front of them.

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

I love building solid relationships of respect and trust. One’s where due to the subject matter I cover I may not see for a year or two in between jobs but i am still remembered and treated like family. There is nothing better. Also being able to work along side them to build a focus on the brand to bring the rewards of doing a great job.