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What better background than a gorgeous sky and beautiful waves at the beach? Add a stunning bride and handsome groom and adorable kiddos and a fabulous photo shoot begins! Here are five simple tips to help you enjoy your beach wedding day photography.
Time of Day. Every photographer knows that early in the morning and late in the afternoon are the best times for taking outdoor photos.
This rule definitely applies at the beach, especially wherever there is white sand. If you take your photos in the middle of the day, the glare from the sand and the white water will create stark, high-contrast photos that will not do justice to the location. However, when the sun is low it will illuminate the entire scene with much warmer colors. The froth at the waters edge will light up like champagne bubbles, and the whole photo will be richer and more atmospheric.
Get Down To The Water’s Edge. To get the best beach photos, be prepared to get your feet wet. Down at the water’s edge where the sand is wet, your foregrounds will be more colourful, and wiped clean of footprints, tyre tracks and other distractions that can spoil the natural look of a beach photo. You may also discover reflections that add interest to otherwise plain foregrounds.
Find An Eye-Catching Feature. A long, empty expanse of white sand with a clear blue sky is perfect for a walk on the beach, but can be too empty and plain for a photograph. Once you start looking, there are all types of features on a beach that can add interest to your composition; driftwood, shells, rocks, lifesavers’ flags…just be creative and the list is endless.