5 tips for memorable vacation photographs
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5 Tips For Memorable Vacation Photographs
Have you ever been on vacation and discover that your
photographs do not reflect your experiences? Have you
ended up taking stock photographs of iconic places or
landmarks instead? To truly capture the “fun” experience
during a vacation focus on those unique aspects of the place
that appeals the most to you. This could be the local people
in their traditional costumes, exotic fruits on display at the
local market, a clear flowing river or the backdrop of a
picturesque mountain.
Take creative photographs of the people and places that
capture your imagination instead of focusing on just scenic
shots. Here are a few tips to get you started by Peter Allen,
a Houston professional photographer.
Tip#1: Capture Signage In Your Photographs
One of the ways in which you can improve vacation
photographs is capturing the local signage. Some of these
signs may include the fronts of local shops, the name and
price of local fruits and vegetables, unique local patterns,
religious symbols, or any other signs that are prevalent.
You will treasure the photographs of these unique
characteristics of your vacation spot.
Tip#2: Feature People In The Snaps
Adding the human element when trying to capture a
landmark will make the images more interesting. Include
the local people who are going about their daily tasks.
Some examples include local women in the marketplace
as they sell their wares or local businessmen on a busy
street. Your photographs will become more memorable
when they help tell a story to the viewers.
Tip#3: Take Family Action Shots
Take action shots of your family instead of just taking pictures
of your family posing in front of a landmark. For instance, take
advantage of photographing your family eating a local
delicacy or playing the local sport of a particular city or
country. These action shots will become memories that you will
always cherish. When you see family members engage in an
action at an exotic location, you will end up having a smile on
your face.
Tip#4: Decide On A Theme
A vacation spot may sometime offer too many
exciting spots or events. In such a case, go through
your itinerary and decide a theme for the day. This
way, you will get the chance to cover key locations in
a country or city. Don’t limit your opportunity to
capture unique locations or events occurring on a
particular day.
Tip#5: Tell A Story Through Your Photos
Take photos of your entire trip and capture the events that
took place during the trip in chronological order. This will
help you tell a story through the photographs. When your
spouse takes part in a local cooking contest, capture the
different steps in cooking.. These photos will help you re-
live the fun and enjoyment you experienced while on
vacation in that particular city or country.
These tips will help you capture some unforgettable
memories of your vacation. We thank Mr. Peter Allen for
providing us with his input for this article. Mr. Allen has
more than 10 years of experience in photography, having
worked at well-known photo studios including
Memorial City Mall picture studio in Houston, Texas.