When was the last time your family took a good photo? Even if you don’t think much about it now, you’ll appreciate having pictures of your family together, especially as your kids grow up. It’s wonderful to hire a photographer to take some family portraits, but you can still get great family photos even if that’s not in your budget this year. It is fall, after all, so nature has already done the work of providing you with a great background. At Peterborough Camera, Copies & More, we make photo printing easy. All you have to do is take the pictures!
Ready to take some family photos? Here are some tips to help you get beautiful pictures this fall.
Let the foliage do the heavy lifting.
Living in New Hampshire has many benefits, and one of them is the fall foliage. You probably have some beautiful colors right in your backyard. If not, stunning trees are only a short drive away. Let the bright hues and warm colors create a naturally beautiful backdrop so your family can be the focus of your pictures. So as not to compete with the fall foliage, dress in cool or neutral colors. Blue, green, white, black, and gray all look great against a background of orange, red, and yellow leaves. And the limited colors make it simple for your family to match outfits!
Use natural light.
The best times of day for photo lighting are morning and early evening. You get softer light, and the shadows are less harsh. But you can also get good photos on a cloudy day. Play with the settings—whether you’re using a camera or your phone—to allow the lens to let in more light. You can also take photos with and without the flash to see the difference.
Don’t be afraid of filters.
While you might live your daily life with #nofilter, your photos should show your family at their best, so it’s okay to get help from some filters. Use filters that will naturally accentuate the warm colors. You can also blur or soften the background to bring the subject—your family—more into focus. Basic photo editing software is pretty affordable, and many programs offer free trials. Your phone camera app may also have photo editing tools that give you the effects you want.
Easy Photo Printing at PCC&M
Whether you prefer to order prints online or in-store, photo printing is easy at Peterborough Camera, Copies & More. Just upload your photos and order your prints or bring your device into the store for printing. Turn your digital photo into a memory you can hold in your hand!
