Tips for taking photos indoors

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Open a Door

Open a Door

Move your kids close to a window or door to utilize as much natural light as possible; we have French doors that lead out to the backyard so I just open the doors to prevent the shadows caused by the lines in the doors. Stephanie: SP 17-50mm F/2.8 Di II VC
Go Wide and Get Closer

Go Wide and Get Closer

Zooming in on your subject may also increase camera shake. Zoom all the way out and move closer to your subject with your feet instead. Stephanie: SP 60mm F/2.0 Di II Macro
Get Steady

Get Steady

Use a tripod or a nearby table or chair to prevent camera shake, this will allow you to crank up the ISO and slow down the shutter speed to bring in as much light as needed. Stephanie: SP 60mm F/2.0 Di II Macro
Diffuse the Light

Diffuse the Light

If you have an off-camera flash, turn the flash unit so the light bounces off the ceiling or wall to avoid the harsh shadows that can come from shooting the flash straight on to your subject. If you don’t have an external flash, you can divert the light with a white card. You can also place a napkin over the flash to help diffuse the light. Stephanie: SP 60mm F/2.0 Di II Macro
Add Some Warmth in The Background

Add Some Warmth in The Background

My favorite place to shoot a photo in my home has always been my living room. Thanks to a large window the room gets wonderful lighting no matter what the season. During the long days of winter, my kids love to read by the fireplace or just cuddle up with a blanket to stay warm. Lynda: SP 70-300mm Di VC USD
Find Your Gathering Place

Find Your Gathering Place

Another reason I love to shoot photos in my living room is because we have a great big couch that can fit lots of people - perfect for a visit with Grandma! Find great lighting and you'll be on your way to another great shot! Lynda: SP 70-300mm Di VC USD
Turn Off Your Flash & Embrace Natural Light

Turn Off Your Flash & Embrace Natural Light

<p>I used to use my camera's built in flash with every image, but the photos would always turn out dark and undesirable, especially when I was indoors. I then became obsessed and set out to learn how to use natural light. I love how crisp and real my photos appear and I love photographing my children in my natural light. My favorite spot to do so is in my kitchen. I have a large bay window that lets in lots of natural light and it's the perfect spot for photographing just about anything from kids to yummy treats!</p> <p>Hollie: 18-270mm Di II VC PZD</p>
Let the Light Pour In

Let the Light Pour In

<p>If you have a room with windows, simply open your blinds and let the light pour in. Your photos will be bright and colorful and you will love the results. </p> Hollie: 18-270mm Di II VC PZD
Watch How the Light Changes

Watch How the Light Changes

One of my favorite places to shoot photos is my living room. It has big windows that face south and west that let in natural light morning through afternoon. The light varies in intensity throughout the day. It is a favorite spot for my dogs, as they spend most of their day laying around in here. Janet: 18-270mm Di II VC PZD
Look for Color

Look for Color

I also love the colors of this room, the greens and blues against the wood floor make it feel cozy and it is a comfy spot to do homework. Janet: 18-270mm Di II VC PZD
Start Your Day Off Right

Start Your Day Off Right

My favorite room in my home faces east, has 2 walls of windows, and is illuminated in the early hours by the most delicate light. Most days I work from home, so this converted sun room is where I get my day started. Liz: SP 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro
Photograph Your Morning Rituals

Photograph Your Morning Rituals

It is so beautiful in my work area in the early morning hours, I feel excited to wake up and work in that magical morning light. This still life photo represents my morning rituals; coffee, email, journaling, reading, and of course, photography. Liz: SP 90mm F/2.8 Di Macro
One Window, Many Looks

One Window, Many Looks

By using a great window as your light, you can light your subjects differently: (a) Stand in front of the window and have your subject face the window for a flat soft light; (b) move yourself to the side of the window and have your subjects turn at a 45° to 90° angle and this will give you some shadows and some depth; (c) move them about ten fee from the window for really even lighting, but as the light will fall off, you will need a faster ISO; (d) you face the window and position your subjects with their back to the window. They will be silhouetted unless you use your + exp. compensation, or use a flash bouncing off of the ceiling, but you will create very pleasing brightness behind your subject. Stacie: SP 17-50mm F/2.8 Di II VC
A Great Still Life Studio

A Great Still Life Studio

<p><p>I love my back door. It seems to have great light at nearly every hour of the day. I just avoid placing my subject too close to the window if the light is very harsh, like early summer morning. But then I just move the subject further from the window to soften the light. I place all of my scrapbook layouts here to photograph, as well as treasures I want to be sure to document. </p></p> <p><p>Stacie: SP 17-50mm F/2.8 Di II VC</p></p>

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It's winter and we're stuck inside much of the time for the next few months. But that doesn't mean great pictures aren't obtainable. The moms have their favorite places inside that are full of natural light, color, texture and warmth that make the perfect settings for indoor winter photo sessions. (Look for the big window trend). So look around your home for the perfect spot with lots of natural light and shoot all winter long. Have fun! Hollie, Janet, Jeanne, Liz, Lynda, Stacie and Stephanie
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  • Open a Door
  • Go Wide and Get Closer
  • Get Steady
  • Diffuse the Light
  • Add Some Warmth in The Background
  • Find Your Gathering Place
  • Turn Off Your Flash & Embrace Natural Light
  • Let the Light Pour In
  • Watch How the Light Changes
  • Look for Color
  • Start Your Day Off Right
  • Photograph Your Morning Rituals
  • One Window, Many Looks
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04/04/12

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01/19/12

Pankaj

Great indoor photos. Thanks for sharing.

 

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