Tips for Shooting Photos in the Summer
Where I come from, it is dang hot to shoot photos outside in the summer! You are outside, with the sun blazing on your legs, make that burning your legs, trying to get the right shots to be made with your camera. If you are like me, it does get a little boring to be confined in your dwelling, letting your camera collect dust, while you yearn to go outside despite the heat of the summer. What is a person to do? Here are some tips from a fellow desert dweller and expert photo shooter in the summer time!
Early to bed, early to rise makes a man or woman, photo smart, photo ready, photo go!
Here are some tips to get you started on your photo journey in the summertime:
Get up early! It will be slightly cooler in the morning, even if it is in the 90's. Hikes are great opportunities to find those photos that will have many gawking over, especially if it is done by you! The desert can be unforgiving for us that dwell in it, but when you have a mix of clouds, it can add a little coolness in your photos.
Water, or H20: Make sure you pack plenty of water! It is very easy to get dehydrated in dry climates, so plan on bringing a lot of water. A cooler with ice will help keep the water cold and fresh when you need it.
Protect thy skin: Bring sunblock! There have been times I have got sunburned as my back is facing the sun and I am taking several pictures of the subject I want to bring out in my photos.
Camera Bag: Pack your camera bag well! Make sure you have your camera, cloth to clean off your lens glass or camera if dust gets on it and a tripod.
Smile! A smile on your face! You know where you are going (or at least, close to it), you are excited about getting there, and most importantly, what fantastic photos you can take in the summer!
Now that you know how to prepare, where should you go? A map is a great resource to help you pinpoint exactly where you want to go. Another fun thing to do is go for a drive! This is what my husband and I do. A lot of my pictures are taken when we are driving around out of town. For example, we might pick a place to go. Along the way, I see other subjects that pop out to me, asking me to take their pictures.
Some of you might be asking, why is she crazy about photos? It is for this reason:
Behind every great photo is a great story. This can be your purpose in taking photos, to bring out the stories that need to be told.
To sum up how to do a photo shoot in the summer, pick a place. Pack your stuff you need to bring. Bring snacks! Have faith and patience as your subjects are awaiting for your arrival.