Location Location Location!

May 9

It’s about that time of year when I start getting excited about warmer temperatures and outdoor photo sessions! And although you and your family are the superstars of the shoot, the location does play a big supporting role in showcasing your family!

When choosing a location for a photo session…

I look for places that have a variety of “scenes” in one easy walk-able space. I love wide-open paths, stonewalls, interesting structures (barn, pavilion, brick walls) and/or perhaps a water feature. Am I asking for too much?!?

Structures with texture such as the wood walls of a barn or peeling paint of an old garage make for a great background and/or something to lean on. Stonewalls are great to sit on, lean on and depending on the wall walk along or even jump from! Fences, especially split rail fences are great to strike a pose on, both in front of and behind it, and fun for the kids to peek through!

Your choice of shoot location may also have certain times of day that are better for a shoot. Generally speaking we photographers love the “golden hour.” Approximately 60-90 minutes prior to sunset is when we get that beautiful golden light that when filtered through tall grass or the trees we get that warm glow. However, if later in the day is not good for you or the kiddos consider a morning session when the light is also low and just beginning to rise up for the day. And for those who really do need midday, choosing a location where we can seek out some nice open shade from a large tree is ideal.

These images are from a few local (southern NH) locations that I love as a backdrop. But I am always open to new locations and would truly love to hear your suggestions and ideas for new places for me to photograph YOUR session!