The Perfect Spooky Season Shoot
Every family loves to take those cute fall photos every year. The big question is, what’s the best place to take the big shoot? There are several splendid locations that you could choose from; they can be pumpkin patches, orchards, national parks, and the cute hidden little trails that you can find down country roads.
When shooting in a pumpkin patch it is a good idea to plan the time accordingly. So it would be best to take it when it would be overcast or cloudy due to the soft light that is offered which would be better for your kids as well so you don’t catch them squinting for that perfect photo you are looking for. Another tip would be to plan the time of day that you attend the patch, if it was a busy time of day then you might find yourself being accidentally photo-bombed by another family. Also, make sure you don’t forget those wipes and towels because nobody wants a messy kid in their picture; it might even help to put an extra outfit in the car just in case. It could be of benefit to visit the patch more than once; then the kids would not view the shoot as a chore but rather as a fun outing with their parents and some of the best pictures come from the candids that nobody expected to be taken. A quick an easy trick is to find the different textures and perspectives in the patch; the textures will allow for interesting standouts in the picture as well as the perspective or angle it is taken at.
Photo Credits: Monty Noss Photography
One great tip to consider while shooting in an orchard would be to look low to the ground for all those apples that have already fallen off the trees. Some may be rotten, but some may be perfectly green and the variation of textures, colors, as well as the dirt, add for a great color scheme and a fabulous image. It is also good to think about where you might find the most interesting lighting; when you find a balance between the shadow of the tree and the perspective that best matches, the photo will turn out to be a family favorite without a doubt.
Photo Credits: Monty Noss Photography
National parks are a great place to be one with nature and enjoy a day with the family, but what will make it memorable is the pictures that will last an eternity. A great thing to think about is getting that early start because not many families will be out and there may be fewer hikers out there, but it might also help to stay at the park due to the low light and golden hour that photo that can be taken. When shooting in national parks it can be helpful to think about not being in the center of the frame because then you might be able to capture more of the beautiful surroundings along with the beautiful family in the picture. Like the other locations, it would be great if textures were introduced into the photos because it would allow for the question of, where was that taken? And you could get the opportunity to talk about all the crazy adventures yours been on, but most importantly, they are all memorable since you had great pictures to remember them by.
Photo Credits: Monty Noss Photography
Hidden roads, paths, and trails are all few and far between, but they are always there it’s just a matter of where can they be found. Once one is discovered it would be a great secluded spot to take some enjoyable, simple pictures. It wouldn’t be bad to think about getting closer to the ground since that is where the greatest amount of scenery will be with all the trees, leaves, branches, and trail behind the member to catch the perfect shot. Whether it be a fallen branch or an interesting break in the path, the more interesting the background the better the subject will look.
Photo Credits: Monty Noss Photography
Hopefully, you found some great tips and tricks for when you’re out finding your perfect family photo. One of the biggest tips that can be given is to just always remember to have fun and to always have the camera ready no matter where you are. If you decided that you wanted a picture in these backgrounds with no one in them, then you are sure to find a perfect gem of an image whether it be a straight shot down the orchard or trail, it will make for a great image.
