Time and Seasons
If you haven’t already decided on a date or a time, there are a couple of things to consider when booking your shoot: lighting, weather, and season.
If we’re shooting outdoors, the best, most magical lighting for me is either 1-2 hours after sunrise or 1-2 hours before sunset. If it’s cloudy, we can shoot basically anytime, and if we’re shooting indoors, then timing depends on what kind of lights we’re working with and what direction the building is facing.
I don’t mind a bit of wind, there’s something about the way it adds movement to photos that I’m a real sucker for. And a little drizzle here and there never hurt anyone. Basically I just love taking photos, so almost anytime works for me! The only thing is, I prefer to avoid the middle of the day for taking photos outside because we’ll likely end up with quite a few photos of you just squinting into the camera.
That being said, I’m not one for hard and fast rules for anything! So if you have your heart set on a particular time of day, let’s chat.
Let’s discuss Plan B’s for what happens if the skies crack open and it starts to pour. Do we reschedule? Do we brave it? Do we shoot somewhere else?
If the heavens are looking a little inclement, here are some things to consider:
Bringing an umbrella! Not only is it functional, but it’s a pretty damn cute prop too!
Layer up so you can modify your outfit to the conditions.
Bring a change of clothes just in case it pours and the sun comes out right afterwards.
Considering seasons is a big part of choosing the best time to capture your memories. There’s something special about every time of year with fresh snowfalls in winter, lush greenery in spring, long hazy days in summer, and the crunchy oranges of fall … What is the story you’re trying to tell? If you’re shooting for your brand, there’s a different tone to every time of year, and different colors that will feature most prominently. Consider aligning them to your brand color palette, or general brand vibe.
But no matter what season you choose, you’ll have epic photos regardless. If you need your images to align with certain marketing agendas, or a specific audition, getting organized early is key!
I highly recommend scheduling your session at least four months beforehand if you need to use them for printed deliverables! This allows a comfortable amount of time for selections, edits, designs, printing, and delivery.
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