Momtographer Tips: Taking Better Pictures At Home
Get out those cameras, whether they are on your phone or big and fancy, and document real-life in your home. Sometimes taking pictures indoors can be a bit tricky sometimes. Many times you’re trying to take pictures on a gloomy day (hello, Milwaukee this winter and spring!), or an awesome moment is happening in a not-so awesome part of your home. Take a look at these 3 tips for taking better pictures at home, keep them in mind when your camera is out, and enjoy the moments you will capture.
#2 Blurred background means the vacuum attachment isn’t as obvious
#3 Getting a genuine, focused expression as my little guy plays
Tip #1 FIND THE RIGHT LIGHT
It’s best to take photos near a window that doesn’t have direct sunlight shining through. You want to be sure that the window is behind or to the side (about 45 degrees) of you when taking a picture. If you try to take a picture of your kiddo doing something adorable (or throwing a fit) and your camera is pointed right at the window all you will get is a silhouette. Oh, and please don’t use your flash on your phone. It’s such a harsh light, I can guarantee you won’t be pleased with the end result.
Tip #2 BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS
I’m all about capturing real moments; many times that means taking a picture with a boatload of toys all over the floor. If objects in your surroundings help tell the story then snap that picture and don’t think twice about it. However, do you want the garbage can in the background of your picture? No need to move the garbage. Simply reposition yourself so that whatever object doesn’t need to be in the picture is no longer seen. **Using portrait mode on your phone will blur the background so those unwanted objects are disguised a bit without repositioning yourself**
Tip #3 DON’T ASK YOUR KIDS TO SMILE
Since you are capturing real-life moments, it’s best to let those moments unfold without asking for a smile. Instead sneak up on those moments (camera-ready, lighting in mind) and enjoy seeing genuine expressions and emotions. Those are the moments you’re going to love looking back on.
Have any questions about taking in-home pictures of your kids? Leave them in the comment section below!
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