Finding a perfect location for your shoot may feel challenging and sometimes become hectic, but actually, it isn’t. It is an exciting process if you know how to do it. Therefore, in this blog, we are informing you about the things you must consider when finding the perfect location.
- Decide the Theme First:
First, don’t decide on a location without deciding the theme. Simplify the language for the client. Ask them what feel and look they want to reflect in their photo.
Here is some useful info in this regard.
Bright locations and fields with no crowds and high buildings will give your subject an ethereal and warm feel.
Wildflowers and greenery are best to take natural photos or to show the subject is closer to nature.
Wooden huts, big wooden doors, arches give your picture a vintage feel.
For modern or high fashion photography, shoot in the downtown area with high buildings and people on roads.
Beach photography is best for all kinds of themes. It is just about the perfect time. The morning time will add a pink hue to your photo, and during sunset will add a warm and golden touch to your photos.
Moreover, ask your clients if there’s any special place closer to their heart for their shoot.
- Check If the Place Requires Special Permissions to Shoot:
This point should never be neglected. Some special public places, historical buildings/places, even public parks, and gardens sometimes require permission from local authorities to shoot. There may be people in the surrounding shooting with their phones, but those who come with equipment like modifiers or even tripods that can bother the public need permission. So, you should never think that people are shooting freely, so a photographer can too. This will cause inconvenience, mess, and confusion.
- Place for Your Shoot Must Be Accessible:
When deciding a location in your mind, consider in advance that you and your client can reach the place easily. For example, for adventures and neat photoshoots, you might think of a mountain, but some of the high peaks are closed during special seasons, or some may be at risk to climb to reach the desired place or the way that takes you to the mountain may be highly risky. So, it is best not to put yourself and your client in any harm.
- Inform Your Client How Long It Can Take to Reach the Location:
If the location is accessible, always inform your client how long it can take to reach the location so that they can determine whether they can change their dress and makeup on reaching the location. Or the location is close enough that their dress and makeup will stay fresh. Also, inform them about if there is an availability of a restroom or not, in case they need it.
Whether your client leaves everything about location on you or you both agreed upon a location by discussing their requirements, the above-given tips will truly help you. These will cover everything in making their experience pleasant and ensure their return for the next shoot.
