Fall, or autumn as we call it here in Ireland, is arguably the most photogenic season. Missing out on capturing its beauty would be a shame. Here’s how you can make the most of this vibrant time of year with some simple photography hacks.
The fall colour palette is so recognisable and it is with no doubt one of the main things that sets your Autumnal photos apart from the rest of the year. With nature slowly turning to beautiful gold, orange, red and brown, it is no wonder the rich autumn colours are so iconic and play to the senses to give a warm feeling to a photo. To emphasize these, you can easily link Photoshop to Dropbox, allowing you to boost the already present colours in post-editing, enhancing the natural vibrancy of the scene.
To truly make the most of fall’s spectacular display, shoot your landscapes during the golden hour (the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset). This warm, soft light enhances the already vivid fall colors, casting a romantic glow over your photos. It’s the perfect time to capture the essence of a crisp autumn walk through a forest or along a quiet country road.
Fall isn’t just for those in rural areas, cities offer their own unique autumnal charm. Capture the season’s essence with shots of fall fashion, urban wildlife, or maybe you could get really artsy with puddle reflections. The contrast of vibrant leaves against urban landscape can create real visual impact.
It can be exciting in the city - we easily get inspired and may take waaay too many photos ( speaking for myself, especially with my weakness for fall fashion). We want to share what we see with family and friends, and Dropbox makes it so easy to share large, high-resolution photographs with sharable links.
When you’re out chasing that perfect autumnal shot, safety should always be a priority.
Be cautious of slippery surfaces, especially near bodies of water or on hiking trails with fallen leaves and damp ground, wear sturdy shoes with good grip, carry a fully charged phone, and respect wildlife by giving animals their space.
One of our talented Community managers, who also happens to be an incredible photographer, shared some valuable fall photography tips with us:
“I love capturing leaves falling and love using reflections in my photos, especially during autumn. There is such a panoply of colours that you can capture. I often recommend using trees, windows, etc. to help frame your photos. It helps capture the moment and really draw yourself into the experience”
Here are a few examples of Emmet’s amazing photography. As you can see he really can capture that natural mystical radiance found in Ireland during the Autumn months.
So what are your top photography tips for fall? Share your thoughts and join the conversation below! Let’s capture the beauty of this incredible season together.
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