5 Fall Photography Ideas That Will Make Your Autumnal Photos Stand Out

In many countries, fall is almost here. This means that photographers can confidently put on their sweaters, take out their beloved Halloween props, and take an abundance of warm photos.

These 5 fall photography ideas were made for a variety of photographers. Whether you want to go for a creative walk or have an extravagant photoshoot, you’ll find something valuable for yourself here.

Take Cozy Photos of People in Love

Who doesn’t love warm autumnal photos that feature happy couples?

Fall is the perfect time to photograph people without worrying about extreme weather conditions. Even though it’s not too humid, it’s still warm enough to spend hours in a gorgeous location. And even though it’s not freezing yet, the cool autumn breeze is a great excuse to wear sweaters that will make your photos look amazing.

Use this as an opportunity to sharpen your portrait photography skills and get new clients. Fall’s warm tones and soft light will make your client photos look absolutely breathtaking. Make sure you proudly share your results with the world so that more people find out about your skills!

Diptychs aren’t the only collages you can create. There are also triptychs and polyptychs, collages that feature 3 or multiple photos, respectively.

Create a Diptych Using Photos of Your Favourite Places

Many locations look even more beautiful during the autumn months. You might have a few places that you love even more when golden leaves and the magic hour are present. Choose one of those locations and take photos of details, colours, and landscapes that stand out to you.

To take it a step further, use these photos to create a two-photo collage called a diptych (as pictured above). Before you go out, though, keep in mind that your photos should be vertical for the best diptych results.

Create a Photo Collection of Your Favorite Leaves

According to Albert Camus, “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” Autumn leaves are as diverse as spring flowers, so why not appreciate their differences in a mini collection of closeups?

This is a great opportunity to improve your macro photography skills and spend more time out in nature. By the end of your photoshoot, you’ll feel both inspired and refreshed.

Halloween-inspired photo shoots are a fantastic way to photograph children without making them feel uncomfortable or antsy. You’ll have many opportunities to take spontaneous photos of highly entertained kids.

Prepare a Few Halloween Shoots in Advance

It’s never too early to make a list of photo ideas for one of our favorite times of the year. Here are a few ideas that will make your photos look all kinds of moody and cozy at the same time:

• Take photos of a family in their costumes
• Dress up on your own and have a fun self-portrait shoot!
• Take photos of newborns or children surrounded by mini pumpkins
• Have a portrait shoot with only one kind of light source: light up pumpkins

Photograph Your Friends Through Warm Foregrounds

If you’re not up for a complicated shoot, you can take simple photos of your friends instead. Since autumn is so vibrant, it can be used to create stunning backgrounds and foregrounds.

To create an effective foreground, take photos through leaves, branches, and flowers. The closer your lens is to a leaf, for instance, the more blurred it will look in the image. What I usually do is partly cover my lens with plants to frame my subjects and add a nice pop of color to my shots.

The best thing about this technique is that it can be used all the time; blurred foreground will never look boring!

I hope these ideas inspire you to make the most of this new season. Now go out and create something unforgettable!