Photographing in the snow can be a difficult task because the snow acts as a light source by reflecting sunlight. Although daylight photos in the snow will never be lacking in natural light, too much light can be a problem. To avoid overexposure and discoloration, you have to manually tell the camera that it is in the snow. Properly setting up and metering ahead of time will ensure that you can focus the majority of your attention on the family seated in front of the lens.
Instructions
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Set the white balance. The greatest difficulty of photographing in the snow is counterbalancing the extra light reflected by the sun. Many snow photographs come out either gray or blue. To avoid blue snow, set the white balance to either the cloudy or sun setting, or set it manually by taking a test shot of clear snow to set the colors. Off-balance colors will not only mean for discolored snow, but discolored subjects as well. Setting the white balance is different on every digital single reflex camera (DSLR), so you must consult your user manual if you are unfamiliar with the application.
2Meter the light before you set up the family members so they do not get cold. Meter and set your aperture and shutter speed manually or set the exposure value between -2/3 and -2 if you are using automatic metering settings. Snow adds light even on an overcast day, so you should set your camera by test shooting even if you think you know what is best for the amount of sun.
3Prepare the family for the shoot. As a family, costumes that correlate or match are often desired. Wool sweaters of various colors and knits, snow boots, knit hats, earmuffs and scarves are all appropriate accessories for a winter photo. Set up the family around a rustic bench or chair with the shortest adults seated and holding any babies on their laps. Stand the taller members directly behind those seated with any children framing the sides. For standing photographs, place the family in a straight line between two trees standing shoulder to shoulder. Trees add contrast to snow photos.
4Take action shots. Stop down your aperture and have the family engage in a snowball fight. To catch snow flying through the air, use the flash even if there is plenty of sunlight. The flash will illuminate and fill in the details of snowflakes. Add props such as snowmen, old-fashioned sleighs or cups of steaming tea or cocoa. Take close-ups of each family member as well as shots that include laughing, hugging and kissing. The purpose of family photographs is to portray the love that is set up in front of the camera, and it is your job to capture it.
Photographing in the snow can be a difficult task because the snow acts as a light source by reflecting sunlight. Although daylight photos in the snow will never be lacking in natural light, too much light can be a problem. To avoid overexposure and discoloration, you have to manually tell the camera that it is in the snow.
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. Properly setting up and metering ahead of time will ensure that you can focus the majority of your attention on the family seated in front of the lens.Instructions
- 1
Set the white balance. The greatest difficulty of photographing in the snow is counterbalancing the extra light reflected by the sun. Many snow photographs come out either gray or blue. To avoid blue snow, set the white balance to either the cloudy or sun setting, or set it manually by taking a test shot of clear snow to set the colors. Off-balance colors will not only mean for discolored snow, but discolored subjects as well. Setting the white balance is different on every digital single reflex camera (DSLR), so you must consult your user manual if you are unfamiliar with the application.
2Meter the light before you set up the family members so they do not get cold. Meter and set your aperture and shutter speed manually or set the exposure value between -2/3 and -2 if you are using automatic metering settings. Snow adds light even on an overcast day, so you should set your camera by test shooting even if you think you know what is best for the amount of sun.
3Prepare the family for the shoot. As a family, costumes that correlate or match are often desired. Wool sweaters of various colors and knits, snow boots, knit hats, earmuffs and scarves are all appropriate accessories for a winter photo. Set up the family around a rustic bench or chair with the shortest adults seated and holding any babies on their laps. Stand the taller members directly behind those seated with any children framing the sides. For standing photographs, place the family in a straight line between two trees standing shoulder to shoulder. Trees add contrast to snow photos.
4Take action shots. Stop down your aperture and have the family engage in a snowball fight. To catch snow flying through the air, use the flash even if there is plenty of sunlight. The flash will illuminate and fill in the details of snowflakes. Add props such as snowmen, old-fashioned sleighs or cups of steaming tea or cocoa. Take close-ups of each family member as well as shots that include laughing, hugging and kissing. The purpose of family photographs is to portray the love that is set up in front of the camera, and it is your job to capture it.
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