Winter Photography
Sitting by my picture window, cup of coffee and laptop, I am inspired by the blanket of white that awaits! Winter scenes, especially early morning un-touched snow screams to be photographed. One thing is for certain, in the winter, photography opportunities meet you at every corner.
Tis the season, and there will be snow. Maybe you are taking a winter vacation, to a ski resort, maybe that big snowman that the kids so excitedly built awaits to be caught in time. Perhaps it is those icicles, hanging off the sides of your home, regardless of what it is, there certainly is no shortage of objects to photograph in the winter. There are countless reasons to take pictures in winter time, one thing you need to be sure of is that you are prepared! Preparation for outdoor winter shots, doesn’t mean just having your camera with you, it also means many other things
You will need to get yourself ready for the cold. Wear layers, so that in case need be, you can easily peel a layer off. Wear the proper winter footwear. A great pair of boots that will allow you to be sure and safe on slippery ground, keeping you and your camera safe from harm. Another important piece of clothing for those looking to take advantage of winter scene photography, a great pair of gloves, that will keep your trigger finger warm, but allow full functionality.
Your camera is a delicate piece of equipment and that is why it is important to ensure that it will work for you in colder temperatures. When you first step outside, you may notice fog on your lens, that is due to a change in temperature and should disappear over time, take caution, do not try to wipe it yourself you can damage your camera lens. Make sure that your camera is protected from snow and water. If the snowflake lands on your lens it will melt and smudges will form. So keep your equipment well protected and covered, if it is snowing outside.
Once you are out, the possibilities are endless. Some of my favorite shots are closeups, a snowflake, an icicle, or even closeups of the face of a child, rosy cheeks bundled up in contrast to stark white snow. It truly is a magical time of the year, and as a photographer, you can capture that magic, and preserve it forever in a professional photo book. The photo book will stand the test of time, and allow those children to relieve such special moments in the story of their lives.
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