But, I did do some fun stuff this past weekend. Family (like everybody) was in town for the weekend so I photographed the event and I did group photos. Let me give you a few tips:
- Maybe if you are shooting a group of 3 or so, people can intuitively figure out some great ways to pose. But over that, most folks have no idea; people stand too far apart, they stand in front of each other, they don't know where to look and the list goes on. Be firm and clear when posing large groups, put everyone where you want them to be and don't shoot until you are ready.
- Shoot multiple photos (people blink, they look away, they move) to make sure you get a great one. Never put all of your eggs in one basket.
- Face them away from the sun. It almost makes sense in terms of light but when people are looking into the sun, they can't keep their eyes open. Also, you get hard shadows from direct sunlight.
- Get the shot! Don't worry about people getting annoyed or not wanting to do it; most of the time that is your own discomfort. They know you are taking pictures of them so if you are clear, firm and making it fun, they will work with you.
- Never tell people to smile, make them laugh and then shoot as the laugh fades. Laughing shots are great and the resulting smile will be genuine.
- Be prepared. If people are coming over, you know they will be hugging as they come in, be ready to shoot that. If there's birthday cake, get your stuff in place before they do the cake. Also, if you want to shoot lit candles on a cake, you need to turn your flash off. Be hypersensitive to what is going on around you so that you can catch tender moments.
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