Summer begins this Friday. Oh, summer, that season so longed for by many, the one that generates anxiety due to the wait in the previous months and nostalgia when it comes to the end. Summer, childhood, love, the town or excursions to the beach... Who does not have among their most special memories moments of summer? And we cannot deny that images help memories last and relive those wonderful moments. Therefore, so that this year you can capture all the special moments, I bring you 19 summer photos (counting the one on the cover ? ) to inspire you, to fill you with ideas and to be invaded by creativity and good vibes.
What are you in winter? Well, that's no excuse, take note of this article to open it in a few months and get warming up with this other winter article.
And now, let's go with those summer photos that will make you want to go for your camera.
"DEAR DRONE"
Although it is true that photographs taken with drones are no longer a novelty, they are still surprising. It is like this, they awaken something in the viewer, they are able to get him out of his lethargy and his daily intoxication of images. Like this one, which is also very refreshing. To photograph with a drone, be sure to read this first.
SUMMER PORTRAITS
Any time is good to take a portrait, but it is true that in summer people feel more favored. Either because of the rest, the tan, the joy of seeing friends, the most colorful clothes, more hours of light, the pleasant temperature or even because of the inspiring backgrounds. Enough reasons for you to find more models willing to pose for you.
JUMP! JUMP WITH ME!
Inevitably the song resonates in my head as I write this. Jumping is not exclusive to summer either, but it is very consistent, as it is dynamic, fresh, fun... like the summer season. The beach is an excellent place to practice and immortalize it, don't you think?
SUNFLOWERS
See that they are photogenic, happy and summery. Find a field of sunflowers and have fun with your camera. Normal and original portraits, backlighting, macro, landscape, long exposure, night… whatever you feel like most, you can do it in a field of sunflowers. Don't you get a terrible urge? Because I'm already thinking where I can find one.
LAVENDER FIELDS
And who says sunflower fields also says wheator lavender. Lavender is also a flower that explodes in summer and its fields are wonderful for photo sessions of all kinds, you can use them as a background for your portraits or to recreate yourself with the macro, to give you a couple of ideas, but there are many! more options!
FULL COLOR SUMMER PHOTOS
Along with spring, it is the season of color. Take the opportunity to compose based on color, either with combinations of analogues or through the contrast of complementary colors as in this image. If you do not know very well what are the analogous or complementary colors, this toolit will come to you from the cinema
BIKES
Bikes are for summer, right? They are very photogenic. And very recognizable in a silhouette. Open your eyes wide and when you see one try to capture it, either to tell what is happening, to capture a silhouette or even a sweep. You have a lot of possibilities. This example is very suggestive, isn't it?
SPLASH!!!
Or what is the same splashes. The beach, the pool, the tub on the porch or the hose in the garden, anything goes, as long as there are splashes that you can capture with a fast shutter speed. You have light, water too, I hope you don't have any more excuses ?
UNDERWATER
And while we're talking about water, how about some underwater photos? You can make them with underwater cameras, with casings or with a little inventiveness ? . In this article you will find a lot of tips for photographing underwater and in this other one what you need to immerse yourself in underwater photography.
A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE
A scene can be very unoriginal and be seen more than the comic, especially in a summer photo. Now, how about you change the perspective and shoot from a less usual angle? The result can be spectacular!
HARD LIGHT, NOW YES
On many occasions we run away from harsh light, but as we always say on the blog, there is no good or bad light, but the right one for every occasion. The harsh midday light in summer is ideal for highlighting colours, such as that of turquoise waters. Don't even think about putting away the camera!
FREEZE MOTION
Not only do people live from water ? . If you like to play with movement, you have the option to capture splashes or freeze other elements like the sand on the beach to get images like this.
SILHOUETTES
Very typical not to miss a sunset in summer. It is so. They are so magical, so romantic, so photogenic, and if we are already talking about sharing them on the beach or in the mountains with the gang, then the auction. How about taking the opportunity to play photographing your silhouettes? A very original group photo and for which the years will not pass ?
FRIENDS
And speaking of friends… The gang photo, like the family photo, whether you're 15, 40, or whatever, I think it shouldn't be missing. You can use the previous idea or look for other more original ideas. If summer afternoons are long, you already have entertainment ? .
BACKLIGHTING
And we return to the sunsets (or sunrises, for those who are early risers). Well, they don't just give us silhouettes. The backlight of sunset or sunrise can offer you endless possibilities. And they will all seduce you.
CREATIVITY
Water is a source of inspiration. Taking photos like the following in another station can be torture for the model or the model. If you like to take creative and artistic portraits in which water is one more element, you cannot fail to take advantage of the summer weather.
SWIMMING POOLS
Some are more photogenic than others, but you can get something out of all of them, changing the angle, blurring or immersing yourself, you have the possibility of achieving great and refreshing images.
HAVE FUN
And finally, one last photo to convey the message I want. Have fun. Whatever you do, let it be to enjoy, on one side of the camera and on the other. Summer is for having fun. Take the game seriously ? . And get wet.
If these photos seem inspiring to you, don't keep them to yourself, share them on your favorite social network and refresh the day for your contacts. They will be grateful to you. And I also.
