Outdoor Photoshoot? Learn the Best Time to Take Pictures Outside and learn the worst time of day to take pictures. What about the golden hour for photography - we'll talk about that too! Lighting…lets face it photography is ALL about light. Manipulating light in various aspects to create a beautiful image. I get asked this question all of the time…and it's quite legitimate and it will change your images…change them for the better!!!! First let's talk about the... Worst time of day to take pictures So many photographers don't even think about when they are shooting portraits or pictures and what the lighting is like outside. I would highly suggest not shooting in the harsh sunlight because it creates shadows and harsh lighting...it's just hard to get great pictures and you'll become frustrated because you aren't getting the result you wish. Avoid it and don't schedule a session during the middle of the day for a portrait session...unless you are shooting in open shade and you are guaranteed to stay in the open shaded area. Example: The first picture was taken out in the harsh lighting. The second picture was taken at the same time but in open shade to avoid harsh ... continue reading...
