One thing I’m really enjoying right now is seeing all the creativity coming out of this quarantine. The at home pictures, fun recipes and DIYs are inspiring me to be more creative, and test my own ability to produce content with lesser resources on hand. At-home photoshoots are all over the internet. And for someone just getting into it, or used to mostly taking pictures outdoors, it can seem a little daunting at first. So here are some easy things to keep in mind while diving right into these fun photoshoots. Again, the first thing to keep in mind– just do it!
Collect Inspiration:
Good ole’ Pinterest is my favorite place to collect inspiration. In fact, once self-quarantine started, I created a board dedicated to just at home shoot ideas.
Another new place where my sister and I are finding inspiration and how tos is Tiktok!
Here are some common options to look for:
A window or corner with plenty of natural lighting. If light isn’t enough, use external sources like ring lights. The best time to shoot with natural light indoors is midday or golden hour. Look for a room/spot where the window is directly on the way of the sun.
Start with neutral setting and background. Backyards, staircases and driveways are less-conventional options to play with, while bedroom and living rooms are the more common ones.
Also find particular furnitures/props that create the vibe you’re looking for. For instance, I love the aesthetic house plants and cozy throws create.
Remember: It’s how you put things together!
The cool thing about creating pictures in and around your home in the idea that you are the creative head, and control exactly how the picture turns out. With no nature’s wonder, beautiful architecture or lovely weather to back you, you’re stripped down to just you and your vision. If creativity is your thing, this is the perfect opportunity to play with ideas.
Play with poses:
This is the best opportunity to try out new poses you’ve been thinking about. Think magazine shoot meets casual lounging in your element. Let your creative juices flowing!
If you don’t have a photographer, don’t worry!
This is the perfect opportunity to get familiar with a tripod and self-timer. You can laugh at yourself when the capture is silly, and then admire your work when it’s great. Shooting with a self timer is easier than it sounds, and gets better with practice. In fact, if you’re shy and a semi-bad poser like me, it takes the nervousness out and you’ll get some fun shots. Trust me!
Here are examples to use as inspiration:
