Let's figure it out
Sometimes it’s not easy for girls to navigate the shoot right away, because time is often limited, and you may be seeing the photographer for the first time. First, meet the photographer before the shoot; if possible, do it in person.
Talk not only about your future photo shoot, but also about light abstract topics, so you can establish contact with a professional, and he with you. In addition, light, casual conversations lead to a calm atmosphere.
And on the set you will already know each other and feel more confident. The photographer will immediately see your real angles, when you are yourself, with a calm expression on your face, eyes, and natural smile.
Sunrise
Try to schedule a shoot early in the morning, around 5 am, suitable for summer shooting; getting up at this time of year is much easier than in the dark winter. But remember that it is better to limit fluids at night, eat less salty food, or better yet eliminate it altogether for a day, and do not drink alcohol the day before shooting.
It is better to go to bed earlier than usual, take a contrast shower in the morning and do a mask and facial massage. These simple recommendations will help a girl look fresh and attractive, despite getting up very early.
Through the branches of the trees, the sunny dawn light is especially beautiful, when the sun is still white, smoothly turns into a soft yellowish color, but still remains whitish until late in the morning, such a gentle light will smooth out even a sleepy face.
It doesn’t matter what time it is, the sun is at its zenith, sunset, dawn, or it’s generally cloudy outside, it’s great to take pictures in the forest! The light through the branches of the trees does not penetrate to you directly, but diffusely. It depends on the skills of the photographer. Even in a narrow beam of light you can take a stunning shot!
What original ideas are there for photos in the forest?
It's no surprise that photos with nature as a backdrop are prized. The vector of people’s mood is directed towards the reunification of man with the environment, because we are so tired of this “concrete jungle”! Let's try to figure out how to take great photos in conditions where there are no amenities, good light or available tools. Here are the main ideas for a photo shoot in the forest:
- "Bonfire, night sky and stars";
This is a kind of romantic setting that would contribute to the appearance of tender and sensual photographs. There is no need to play up any emotions here, as you can get very natural shots while cooking over a fire and singing songs with a guitar. If the shooting takes place on a clear summer evening, the starry sky is guaranteed to brighten up the work.
- "Nymph";
The second idea for a photo shoot in the forest for girls is the “nymph”. Here, if you have an interesting clearing, beautiful trees and good light, you can realize almost any creative idea. The model can try on the image of any fairy-tale character: a mermaid on the shore of a lake, a fairy or a forest nymph. For such shots, choose natural outfits in green shades.
- “On a picnic”, etc.
Isn't it happiness to go on a picnic with the whole family? In the clearing, you can spread a blanket, put already prepared food and drinks on it, turn on music on a portable speaker, and then you can enjoy a wonderful day. This idea for a photo in the forest is both a pleasure from the time spent and cool, lively, bright pictures!
Thoughtful image
Whatever the photo session, always think through the image together, ideally first express your wishes to the photographer, and he, in turn, will simply guide you to a more desirable result.
A thoughtful look for a shoot is to rent a dress or bring your own. You can ask the photographer if a makeup artist or hair stylist works with him in tandem and use their services. Believe me, high-quality makeup and styling are the key to beautiful photographs, and the photographer will see the entire image in its best light.
Animals in the frame
There are natural areas where there are stables in the middle of the forest; be sure to find out this fact in your city. They are not expensive to rent for a photo shoot.
In addition to beautiful clothes, many people rent out their animals, such as horses. Here the idea of a photo shoot naturally arises - in the stables. Here the image can be either romantic or more daring.
Shots with horses always turn out kind, they are noble animals. However, you should also be wary of them; before filming begins, you should be instructed on how to behave with them. Horses, like everyone else, love boundaries. But you can and should gain trust in them so that the shooting turns out to be of high quality.
Ride a horse, look into the horse's eyes, tilt your head slightly towards it, stroke its fur - this is a natural posing that will easily fit into the frame with the help of your photographer.
Autumn forest
In autumn, the forest transforms; the riot of colors leaves no one indifferent. Choose a look that matches the color of the foliage. Take a beautiful bright blanket with you to the photo shoot, sit comfortably on it, pour tea from a thermos - you are guaranteed a warm shot.
You can also put red apples nearby in a basket or scatter them in the foreground. Don't forget about accessories; if autumn is already cool, a matching scarf and hat will add some zest to your look.
You can also dilute the shots not only with tea, but for example, by running over the yellow foliage and tossing them with your hands or falling on the foliage, preferably dry.
If you come to the shoot not alone, but with a guy, then running through the foliage will also be colorful and emotional! Sit together leaning on a tree and dreamily look into the autumn sky in an embrace or feed each other sandwiches. And don't look at the camera, look more at each other!
A guy can warm your hands or lie on your lap while listening to you read him a story from a book. At such moments, it is best not to pay attention to the person who is photographing you. The angle from the top point, if of course your photographer agrees to climb the tree, will be excellent!
In field
When newlyweds want to create a feeling of flight and vast spaces in their photographs, they choose fields for shooting. Depending on what crops grow on them, a different atmosphere is created, and completely different poses are selected.
Ideas for photos on the field:
- A wheat field will ideally highlight wedding dresses and give a feeling of joy due to the golden color of the ears. Classic poses are chosen, the newlyweds look at each other, smile or kiss. The groom can take the bride in his arms and pretend to spin.
- If you choose a field with sunflowers, then the frames should be designed in a more playful style. You can use the idea of playing hide and seek.
- If forbs with wild flowers are chosen, then all poses should be freer. When the wedding theme involves classic outfits, then traditional poses are chosen, looking into each other’s eyes, or the groom hugs the bride from the back. If the style is more informal, and the clothes allow it, then you can choose more daring solutions. So, the bride can pick flowers and accidentally meet the groom; it is necessary to capture this moment with surprised and romantic looks. Or the newlyweds can lie holding hands and smiling dreamily.
The mood that the photograph will convey depends not only on the color of the plants in the field, but also on the angle from which the photographer shot.
If he was “above” the newlyweds, then the pictures will be more fun and informal.
When he sank almost to the ground, then everything around him will seem larger, and the feelings that the bride and groom demonstrate will be more significant.
Summer forest
In summer, the forest is completely different, deep green foliage, small wildflowers underfoot. A flying look is suitable for a girl here. A light dress, loose hair that blows in the wind, don’t be static! Move, spin, pick wildflowers or weave a beautiful wreath on your head.
Model's image and poses for a photo shoot
As we have already noted, when conducting a photo shoot in the forest, it is very important to choose the right image for the model, complementing it with appropriate clothing and accessories. One of the advantages of shooting in the forest is that the image can be very diverse - it all depends on your imagination. Without prying eyes, surrounded by nature, which always gives a person a positive mood, the model can fully reveal itself from completely different sides. For example, a romantic image of a model in an autumn forest can look very attractive.
Of course, you can simply photograph the model in her usual image against the backdrop of nature, but it is best to get a little creative and come up with a more interesting story. Perhaps one of the most common and popular images for shooting a model in the forest is the image of a beautiful forest nymph. To create it, just dress the model in a light dress or sundress and decorate her head with a wreath woven from forest flowers. An interesting idea for a female model could also be the image of a witch in the forest. Agree that every woman has something demonic, therefore, with a little imagination, you can create a mysterious and mystical female image.
Spring forest
In spring, nature wakes up, there is no such lush greenery around, the leaves on the trees are still very fragile, the cold has barely receded. The sun is still dim and doesn’t burn your face.
I would immediately like to recommend choosing a forest area where trees, pears, and plums bloom! They produce incredible snow-white flowers, and some apple trees produce red flowers!
Feel free to dress up as a “peasant young lady”, rent a portable swing entwined with flowers, a fan, a beautiful dress to match the blooming forest and a hat with a brim.
Your image is ready, ask the photographer to capture you sitting on a swing, a close-up portrait with a fan and how you look in a hat.
Remember about the mood at the beginning of the shooting, although the appetite comes while eating, it is better to immediately direct yourself to the positive and “fly” to the shooting inspired. Better than any cosmetics for a girl - her good mood!
Winter forest
Have you ever taken photographs in winter? If not, be sure to arrange such a photo shoot for yourself! In winter, the forest is different, there is not much color during this period of the year, but most of the snow lies in the forest, until spring.
You’ve been wanting memorable shots with a guy for a long time, but he’s not really a fan of “all these feminine things” and is he an athlete in general, a serious person? So arrange a photo shoot so that you both like it.
How about going on a ski trip together? Combine business with pleasure, and pack a snack in your backpack, because skiing is quite energy-consuming! What about snowballs? There is a child in every person, so awaken it in your serious boyfriend and you will be happy, or rather happy shots!
Involve him in sculpting a snow woman or a snow fortress. But you can dilute the shots with a husky, which you can rent in advance. This is a breed of dog that is only happy to frolic with humans, especially in the snow. You definitely won't be bored with her!
How to choose a forest
On the day of the shooting, it’s better not to look for the shooting location itself; you can waste a lot of time and you simply won’t have time and energy left for the upcoming photo shoot.
Do this in advance, drive through local forest areas by car, ask your friends who already know proven and beautiful places to recommend a place, or maybe your photographer has already done similar shootings and knows such a forest that it will look like a fairy tale?
You can search the Internet, for example, ask in groups on social networks about photography or on a forum. Experienced photographers who have combed more than one place in the city should help with the answer, although not everyone will agree to give away secret places.
Many people want to keep this only for their photo cards to be unique. But, as a rule, sooner or later everyone learns about places that they did not know about before.
Autumn photo shoot in the forest
Ideas for shooting during this colorful time of year can be extremely simple. Use the rich colors of the season as a backdrop for your masterpieces:
- Is it cold? Rejoice in the approach of winter in smart, warm clothes.
This can be not only a coat with fur, but also a beautiful thick sweater or just a bright hat and scarf. The main thing is that the photographs exude warmth and comfort. - Leaves thrown into the air are a classic fall photograph. Interesting processing of the frame will allow you to present it in a new light.
- Have you tried decorating your hair with leaves or weaving wreaths? A lush golden crown looks bright and elegant, while a small one woven from twigs looks mysterious and magical.
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Good luck with your shots and see you again! Ivan.
What tricks can you use during filming?
The finished photos should be impressive! To diversify your photo shoot, you can use different lenses, filters, flash and reflector. Of course, it’s quite easy to compensate for color rendering defects during subsequent processing, but it’s much more pleasant and interesting to achieve the necessary effects in photographs as the shooting progresses.
To diversify your ideas for a photo shoot in the forest, use different poses and angles. The reflector can be used as an additional source of natural light, and the flash can be used only when necessary. You should also avoid stereotyped poses and try the reportage method, when the model can do whatever she wants, and the photographer, without interfering, observes and films everything as if from the sidelines.
Look for interesting background ideas. These could be rows of trees and a well-recognized bark relief, a fence decorated with autumn attributes - multi-colored leaves and bunches of rowan berries, installations of harvest fruits. As accessories, take with you picnic supplies, homemade baked goods, seasonal fruits and dishes, beautiful cutlery, and mugs. A basket of mushrooms will look relevant in the forest. You can also take a musical instrument or a book with you. Favorite music will help create a good mood.
If you already have great ideas for photos in the forest, then all you have to do is arm yourself with a camera and bring them to life. Many people also have special preferences when it comes to technology. For example, shooting with instant printing of images is especially popular today.
Instax cameras are ideal for creating original and lamp postcards. The devices are equipped with good functionality that allows you to take expressive shots, even without knowing the intricacies of shooting. The resulting photo cards can be collected into a home album, a unique collection, stored in a wallet, or given to friends as a souvenir.
