Home photoshoot
Published: 31.03.2020
Use your temporary stay at home to uncover your talents as a photographer. Stop hiding your desire to take photos. Now is the perfect time to arrange a photoshoot at home. Start writing the story of your family today.
We offer a series of articles on how to do a photo shoot at home. Involve your household members in the photo shoot. Grab your cameras and smartphones. Read our tips. Use our ideas. And remember, in every negative situation there is always a big positive side :)
How to organize a photo session at home
A home photoshoot is full of possibilities and a great mood. With a camera or phone, windows, and a few household items in your apartment, you can create a photoshoot that looks professional. And save a few hundred hryvnias on it.
Lack of a professional camera should not stop you from having a home photoshoot. In the articleHow to take photos on a phoneWe share secrets of great photos using smartphones.
Choose the location of the 'studio'.Organize your studio in the brightest room. Ideally, the room should have a white wall. If the wall has colored wallpaper or is covered with drawings, hang white sheets from floor to ceiling. This will create a clean studio canvas for your photoshoot.
Get things in order.Remove all unnecessary items from view. Look at the room from a different perspective. Anything that looks out of place in the frame, take it out to another room.
Let the light into the room.Open the blinds. Pull back the curtains. Lighting is the most important element of professional photography. And natural light creates the best effect. Plan your home photoshoot for a time when the most light will be coming through the windows. Even on cloudy days, stick to this time frame.
If there is an excess of sunlight in the room, scatter it with the help of white transparent tulle or a thin white sheet. Attach the fabric or paper to the window. This will create a softer effect and eliminate harsh shadows.
Create a Light album from cool photos. You don't need to print the photos separately. We will print your photos directly on the pages of the Light album. Upload images to the free Mapi7 editor and create a themed Light album. You can upload photos from your phone.
Create a professional atmosphere.The room should be filled with soft light without shadows. To achieve this, take table lamps or floor lamps and place them as follows:
- Direct one light source to the ceiling to create a warm glow.
- another - place it deep in the room, away from the object being photographed.
Artificial lighting will complement the natural scattered light. Together, the lighting will create the optimal atmosphere for a home photoshoot.
Avoid using ceiling lights. They cast harsh shadows on objects.
Favorite photos are a reason to create photo magnets. Round, square, with shaped edges or magnetic puzzles - the perfect souvenir. They don't need a shelf or album. Refrigerators, computer cases, cars, and other surfaces that are always in sight are the perfect place for magnetic photos.
Diffuse artificial lighting with the help of everyday objects: umbrellas, pieces of fabric or paper.
Prepare the props.Start small. Take a simple stool or chair to use as a prop for posing. Don't overcomplicate things. Play with familiar household items. Warm blankets, soft toys, books, etc.
An interesting photoshoot comes out with items that emphasize your individuality. Sports equipment, musical instruments, yarn and knitting needles reflect your preferences or view of the world. For girls, it's time to bring out hats, jewelry, and evening dresses.
If you want to start with shooting objects, read our articleUnusual ideas for home photography. It will help to look at familiar things in a different way.
Locations for a photoshoot at home
A worthy photo can be created in almost any corner of the house/apartment. Yes, there may not always be an ideal background or lighting. But only you know that early in the morning the hallway is filled with orange light. And the children's room at noon resembles a sunny clearing in the forest. You can manipulate the light or move children from one room to another. However, in every home there are places that are associated with love and warmth. And lighting can easily be adjusted with white paper, fabric, and table lamps.
We offer location ideas for home photo shoots that will help showcase the charm of home comfort and demonstrate that love lives in your house.
Windows.
Universal location.
Taking a photo near a window is a great idea not only for a home photoshoot, but also for Instagram.
In the morning, the light is soft and beautiful. For shadows and sharp light, take photos in the evening.
Bathroom.The mix of light, water droplets, and steam looks magical. Despite the small space, bathrooms offer the opportunity to play with different angles and capture lively moments of children's bath time.
Children's.
A room with scattered toys is the best story of your family. Chaos for adults, a different planet for children. Take photos of children playing. Don't make them clean up specifically for the photoshoot. Toys scattered around the room bring some colorful bursts to the shots and create visual interest.
Bedroom.A big bed or sofa - for warm home moments. It will fit all family members. Pillows, blankets, and duvets will create a cozy atmosphere. Let the kids play on the bed. Fool around with your significant other. And don't forget to capture the unrestrained fun.
Kitchen.
A place that always smells cozy is simply meant for a home photoshoot. Set the table with dishes that you save for guests. Lay out a festive tablecloth. Share funny stories from life and take pictures. Believe me, photos of family lunches and dinners will take the best pages of your family photo album.
Balcony.The warm weather allows you to turn your balcony into a mini-cafe with just one table. Adjust the lighting with balcony blinds or curtains. Open the window and let the breeze in. This will create the feeling of being in a real street cafe.
Living room.
If the colors in the room are competing with each other, focus on playing with light and shadows. In the evening, you can even take photos of silhouettes. If the living room is monochromatic, draw attention to the decor or to your models.
Entrance hall.Despite the lack of natural light, the hallway can be used for home photo sessions. Open and close doors, create pockets of light, and adjust the settings on your camera or phone. You can use additional lighting or even candles.
Don't forget about the neighbors
People are used to living in society. The lack of communication drives them crazy. The internet and phone cannot replace real smiles. Therefore, if you are a drone owner, expand the boundaries of your home photoshoot.
Drone - zero contact with humans. Offer your neighbors from the house across the street to participate in a photo shoot from the balcony. You can have fun even from behind the windows. This new entertainment will definitely appeal to young couples and families with children. And maybe even a pensioner on the balcony will happily wave to your drone.
The beauty of a home photoshoot lies in complete freedom of action. Only your imagination can limit you. If you lack ideas for a home photoshoot, read our next articles.Ideas for newborn photoshoot at homeandPin-up style photo shoots.
