Photographing in the middle of the day comes with its own sets of challenges. The harsh sunlight can make it easy to blow out the highlights, make people squint, and create overly harsh shadows. However, this doesn't mean you need to rule out this time of day!
Here are some tips to make this time of day work for you!
1. Use Shade: You can use the side of a building, over hang, or go under a tree to find shaded areas which will soften the light.
3. Use Reflectors: Using a reflector will allow you to bounce light onto your subject to fill in shadows. If you don't have a professional reflector, you can also look around and see what objects could potentially be used to bounce light off of! Think of things like lakes, hills, or other big items .
4. Use scrims: Using a scrim will create even lighting and get rid of the harsh shadows under the eyes. Depending on the size of your subject will depend on the size you will need
I used a scrim to soften the shadows in this photo.
This is an example of why you need to get creative and find the shade or have a scrim. Look at the harsh shadows! Also notice I was getting reflections off of the jewelry.
5. Experiment with Angles: Changing your angle can help reduce harsh shadows or you could create cool images by using the shadows created by the harsh light. So remember to move your feet and change your height!
Yes it can be more difficult to photograph in the middle of the day, however, it can also help you to create unique opportunities or as in the photo below make you feel like you are just out catching some rays on a typical sunny day!
This image was taken in the middle of the day and it really encompasses old Florida in my opinion. I think there is nothing wrong with it. This is what I think of when I think of my old Florida!
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