Finally the weather is changing and the flowers are blooming, Spring is here! There is no better backdrop for amazing images than nature. I love shooting outdoors more so than in studio because you have so many more ways to create a memorable moment. When a client wants to shoot in studio as well as outdoors, my mind says yipee! Especially in the beautiful Northern Virginia area that is so close to historic areas like Washington, DC & Mt. Vernon. The best time to shoot is the hour before the sun sets, when soft hues and bright skies add a winsome touch to pictures. I create a bit of drama by angling my lens just so to create a sunburst in an image or by creating silhouettes against an outdoor scene.
If you enjoy taking pictures outside here are 3 tips that I've learned that will help in capturing amazing moments.
- Shoot on an overcast day: If you plan on taking pictures and look out to an overcast sky threatening rain, grab your camera and go! Clouds are wonderful. They create a giant blanket of natural sunlight diffusion that will make your images vibrant and impactful.
- Always focus on the eyes: The eyes are what will tell the story.
- Get close to your subject: You want their face to fill most of the frame. Most people stand back way too far from their subject.
Don't be afraid to try different angles, get low, climb up high, shoot through brush or flowers it wont hurt to try.. and have fun!
