Fall is fantastic for so many reasons. The trees drip with rich colors resembling garnet and amber jewels, the cool air whisks away the remains of a hot summer and the air is filled with anticipation for family-filled holidays. If you’d like to take some of fall’s finest moments and tuck them away to enjoy once the snow falls and the trees leaves fade away, here are a few tips:
Shoot Early or Late: Consider shooting during sunrise and sunset hours for the best lighting opportunities. These times afford the best lighting to help you capture the richness of color around you.
Overcast is Okay: Overcast days offer some of the most wonderful lighting so, if it’s a cloudy day, consider snapping away. The absence of harsh sunlight will allow the subject’s colors to retain its richness.
Stay Simple: Part of the beauty of fall can be captured in its simplicity. Zoom in close and focus on the beauty of a single leaf or a small cluster of them. Spend a few minutes surveying your surroundings to find the perfect subject. It may be something completely unexpected, such as an unassuming park bench or a solitary bird.
Consider Contrast: The rainbow of colors fall provides is even more gorgeous when coupled with contrast. A ruby leaf paired with green grass can create a more powerful image than either item photographed alone.
Shoot a Grand Scale: Large trees are just fascinating, aren’t they? The trouble is that their grandeur is often difficult to capture with a standard head-on shot. Consider standing close to the base and shooting upward to better encompass the amazing expanse of the tree base and its branches. A colorful umbrella of foliage is an interesting and aesthetically pleasing way to show fall at its finest.
