Setting up a private photo shoot for yourself and a loved one
can be both weird and wonderful. It's a time-honored tradition for couples to
document their relationship, but ideas on how to do it range from boring to
tacky. Unless you're happy with walking into a department store and having a
quick photo taken with a backdrop, chances are you want something more creative
but also classy.
While there are thousands of possible ways to have your
picture taken, there are a few ground rules you'll want to follow. First, make
sure you and your significant other are the focus of the shot. A photo of you
and your partner in front of a mountain might be a great memory, but it won't
work if it detracts attention from the two of you. You also want to remember
your audience if you're sending the photo to your grandparents you don't
want it to be overly romantic and certainly not suggestive. And remember, this
photo is a representation of both you and your spouse, so make sure you plan
together.
No matter how you decide to do it, you'll want to make create
something you'll appreciate for years to come. For that, we can help; continue
on for five different ways to handle the occasion.
The True Grit Shot
This is probably the most time-consuming of all the
photography ideas on this list, but it's also potentially the most rewarding.
The idea is simple; hire a photographer to follow you around to snap candid
shots.
Depending on your life, the potential here for
truly amazing couples' photographs depends on what happens. You'll likely be
surprised at how great a candid photo of you and your partner loading groceries
into the car, crossing the street under an umbrella or even cleaning up the
house looks. Don't worry too much about what you're doing here; if your
photographer is taking a lot of pictures, even if the time frame is short,
chances are you'll have a nice picture as long as you're doing things naturally
together. You'll want to make sure you're not doing anything you don't want
shared with your friends and family pick another day to scoop your dog's
waste from the backyard, for example.
Keep in mind, there are thousands of different ideas for
couples' photographs, and these are just four of them.
1. The Staged Shot
There's a reason why one of the most popular types of photos
is the staged shot. It's simple, cheap and you don't have go anywhere!
All you need is your significant other and your home.
Provided you have that, you'll be set to go. Just choose the particular
location. Maybe you'd like to take the photo outdoors (say, to show off your
new home), or perhaps near the fireplace if you're planning a holiday picture.
Just don't forget, you'll want to make sure you're still the highlight of the
picture -- not the fancy new paint job in the living room.
No matter how much you stage a shot, there is no substitution
for the original, which is where our next couples' photo idea comes from.
2. The Photo Booth
If you're convinced you have to spend a lot of time and money
to get memorable shots, perhaps you've forgotten about the good old-fashioned
photo booth. It's quick, easy and provides enough retro flair to coax a smile
out of the most camera-shy of people. The main problem is finding one.
If you live in a major city, there's a reasonable chance that
there's a photo booth somewhere in your vicinity. Web sites like PhotoBooth.net
even allow you to search for a booth nearby. You'll be surprised at how many
are still up and running at bars, clubs, arcades and malls. While they're a far
cry from the megapixel-infused digital photography of today, they still offer a
means to take candid and often humorous photos on the cheap. Keep in mind,
however, you'll usually only get four pictures per shoot and they'll all be very
small. If your intention is to hang photos on the wall or send dozens to loved
ones, you'll want to choose another option.
If you don't like the impromptu nature of a photo booth, then
a staged photo may be right for you.
3. The Remake or Fantasy
Just because couples' photos are usually associated with
plain shots doesn't mean they have to be. If you're in the mood for something a
bit more experimental and you have the time and money to invest, you might try
to stage a photo that better exemplifies your interests.
It doesn't matter what you're into: video games, medieval
art, cowboys, movies or whatever else, chances are there is something there you
can emulate. A popular choice is Grant Wood's 1930 painting, "American
Gothic," but choose whatever you think would best suit your personality,
whether that's re-creating the cover of "Tron" or donning a pair of
boxing gloves for a playful shot that highlights your interest in the sport.
If you find you're spending too much money to create the
fantasy shot, you still have plenty of options.
4. Keep It Simple
The best way to get a photo done quickly and easily is to
keep it simple. After all, the point of it is to show off the couple, not the
environment.
"Clean backgrounds, clean edges, good light and a nice
moment are the formula for a good picture," says commercial photographer
Matt Slaby of Luceo Images. This means you don't need a fancy photographer or a
whole lot of setup. You won't need an overused tree background either. Just
find a friend with a decent camera, get yourself some colored paper or a large
colored sheet and stand next to each other wearing a nice outfit. Don't overdo
your attire, the background or the smiles. What you'll get is a picture that
highlights exactly what it's supposed to, you.
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