If you had wedding photos taken at your own wedding, been a bridesmaid or man of honor or simply attended one, you will know just how hectic wedding photography can be. Even with the best wedding coordinator, everything will still look chaotic. And in the middle of all this, how can you capture everything that the bride and groom want?
If you have a wedding photoshoot in your schedule, do not get too stressed about this. Whether you are a professional or an aspiring wedding or events photographer, we have the tips to help ensure that your photo session goes smoothly and you can focus on taking great pictures for the most important event in a couple’s life.
Travel Photography Tips
- Try to take photos of your travels during sunrise or sunset. You will be amazed at the results you get, and your audience even more so. Get to the place’s landmark or tourist spot early and find the perfect spot for that perfect golden hour shot. Whether you are using a DSLR or just your smartphone, the otherworldly glow of the sun will give your photo the edge that you are looking for. However, be prepared for the barrage of tourists during this time. Make sure you secure your equipment with the SpiderPro or the Black Widow carrying system.
- Get creative and take shots at different vantage points. Mostly, people photograph things or scenes at eye level. When you do so, you will end up with pictures just like everyone else’s. If you want to level up your travel photos, try different angles. Or add a beautiful background to your subject. If you are using a DSLR or mirrorless camera, try adding a soft blur to the framing.
- Add a foreground, middle ground or far-off background to your photos. This will bring more dimensions to your images and will be a cause for interest. Try capturing the mountains or the sky as background and the grassy ground as your foreground.
- Think about the story behind the image before clicking. You don’t want to go through so many pictures just to find one or two that stand out. You don’t need a fancy camera for this, just the ability to capture stories in your photos that will make you want to share it with others.
- Take advantage of natural light. If you are indoors, try moving your subject near the window or door. Or position yourself where the light best hits your mark. If you can’t do this, set your camera’s white balance setting based on the lighting. Specifically, tungsten for yellow lights in a room, and fluorescent if the place uses fluorescent bulbs.
- Have fun and take spontaneous photos. There will always be a gem in images taken in the spur of the moment. So, keep your camera ever ready, have fun and quick draw those lenses when an opportunity for a great shot shows itself. The SpiderLight backpacker kit or holster set will give you the convenience, quick access and ease needed for these kinds of photos.
When you make use of these tips, you will surely get magazine worthy shots with ease and comfort.
Don’t take the fun out of travelling by not getting the shots you want. While the memories of your adventure matter the most, it definitely will not hurt to keep a few keepsakes. In fact, travel photography is a great idea since you can show photos of your trips to anyone for years to come.
Spider Holster designs systems and accessories that will make things easier for you during your travels. The SpiderPro carrying systems are the perfect pair for your DSLRs during travels while the SpiderLight and Black Widow systems are great for smaller compact and mirrorless cameras. For your smartphone, use the Spider Monkey utility pouch for easy access in case you need to take a shot quickly.