10 Simple Tips to Take Beautiful Photos in the Rain
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- 07 Oct 2022
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This article is about taking great photos in the rain, but there are a few things to consider if you plan to head out into it outside.
If you’re caught in a flash flood, don’t try to take photos. Find shelter and turn around if it’s too dangerous. The same applies to hurricanes and other severe weather events. You can still shoot some great pics during these times, but be careful — you don’t want to die.
Also, never shoot lightning with a camera with a digital sensor that you care about. You’ll get lines coming down into your images from the charge field of the lightning bolt.
Here Are 10 Simple Tips For Taking Amazing Photos In The Rain
TakeYour Time
The idea with weather photos is to get everything you see in front of you into the photo. So don’t be in a rush. Take as much time as you need, and don’t be afraid to move far away from the event for a few seconds if you need to get caught up. You may want an even wider view of the scenery but wait for that because if you stop to take it, the rain might come down harder or faster than expected.
Shooting the sun while the sky is overcast is much harder than shooting it while the sky is clear. But try to take your shot when you see an opening in the clouds and let the sunshine through. The spot may be gone in a few seconds, so try to get there quickly. Your camera may do most of the work for you, so don’t panic unless you see lightning or a building falling (I’ve seen both of those on photoshoots).
Carry A Camera Bag
If you are a wedding photographer, it’s best to have a dedicated camera bag for your rain gear and camera equipment accessories. Otherwise, you’ll have to rely on what you brought with you, which may not be enough. You can check our article on the best camera bag for wedding photographers and choose the right one for you.
A camera bag may look as cool as the ultimate backpack or fashionable shoulder bag, but you can rest easy knowing your most valuable equipment will be safe and dry whenever the weather gets wet. You can get a waterproof camera bag and never worry about ruining your equipment because of rain. Read More…
