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20 Outdoor Photoshoot Ideas - Easy Backyard Photography Guide

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Now that the weather is warming up we can finally be outdoors and this means it’s a great time to use your backyard or outdoor space for some new instagram content!

I’ve put together a list of creative and fun outdoor photoshoot ideas for you to try now. No matter the size of your space you’ll definitely be able to try a few of these out!

And be sure to follow me on Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest. I share a lot of travel content on those that never make it to the blog!

The great thing about shooting at home in your own backyard is you can do it on your own. In fact, I put together this guide on how to do a photoshoot at home by yourself to walk you through the process!

If you’re looking for more photoshoot ideas or photoshoot outfit inspiration check out these posts:

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And here are some guides to some of my favourite photo spots in different cities:

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Now, onto the outdoor photoshoot ideas!

Outdoor Photoshoot Ideas using Props

1. Create a dreamy scene with a book

Books are one of my favourite props to use when shooting outdoors and I’ve been posting a lot lately on my Instagram (you can follow me here!). The photos end up looking so pretty!

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You also don’t need a fancy old fashioned looking book to get this look.

All you have to do is take the shell off of one of your hardcover books like I did. Voila!

By the way, if you’re looking for some pretty and ultra affordable dresses for your next outdoor photoshoot check out this post on cheap cottagecore dresses!

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2. Use a chair

Chairs can make fun but easily overlooked photoshoot props.

You can get super creative and use them the wrong way, lean against them, or set up a scene like I did below.

Credit: @christinaloewen

Grab yourself a lawn chair and see what kind of creative poses or settings you can come up with!

3. Grab your bike

If you have a cute vintage looking bike they make such great photo props!

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Set yourself up against a colourful wall like @saraevyandersson or head out to enjoy a little nature like @alexandratealeaf.

Credit: @saraevyandersson

If you don’t have a colourful wall near you that’s no problem.

Set yourself up at a plain wall and photoshop any colour you want in after!

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4. Bring a mirror outside

You’ve probably seen the #mirrorchallenge trend all over instagram and it’s a super easy photoshoot idea you can take outside.

Credit: @pink.lem

Grab any mirror, big or small, and try shooting from different angles with it.

You can get even more creative by adding flowers or other props like @pink.lem and @tezza did.

Credit: @Tezza

5. Play with newspaper

If you read the newspaper and have a bunch lying around here’s a great photoshoot idea for you!

Credit: @klaudia_kirschner

Make a “tent” out of newspaper like photographer @klaudia_kirschner did with the model above, or just use them as a prop like @lottivanlotti below.

Credit: @lottivanlotti

6. Use your roller skates for a fun outdoor photoshoot idea

Even something as simple as adding a pair of roller skates can make a photo more fun.

Credit: @margusha___

If you want to really jazz your photo up try popping some flowers into them for an extra fun pop.

Outdoor Photoshoot Ideas using Flowers

7. Glue/tape flowers to your face

I’ve seen a lot of instagrammers lately either taping or gluing flowers to their face and the result always ends up being gorgeous!

Credit: @hellomissjordan

You can use any small flowers you like for this so get creative.

I love the way @hellomissjordan combined this with the mirror challenge in the above photo!

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8. Make a flower top for a unique outdoor photoshoot idea

Another great outdoor photoshoot idea you can do using flowers is to pop a bouquet down your pants to make a flower top.

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It sounds like a crazy concept but ends up looking so pretty!

9. Put flowers in your back pocket

Another idea you can do with flowers is to stick a bunch in your back pocket.

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It’s such an easy photoshoot concept and the result is so cute!

10. Shadow play with plants/flowers for a neat & creative outdoor photoshoot idea

I touched a little on shadow play in this post on indoor photoshoot ideas to try at home and I just love the outdoor version.

Grab yourself some flowers, plants, or leaves and hold them up in front of your face in the direct sunlight to get a shadow.

Credit: @anajohnson

I would love to see someone try this with a majesty palm leaf!

11. Shoot portrait style photos with a flower bush or blooming tree

When quarantine first started I honestly had no idea how I would ever create content.

I am used to shooting very travel-esque shots with my wide angle lens which require scenic landscapes and lots of space.

Being stuck within four walls (and a garden) forced me to get a little more creative and start playing around with my portrait lens.

Shooting with a portrait lens allows you to not only focus in on a smaller space, but blur out the background if it’s not as perfectly scenic as you’d like so it’s perfect for backyard photography.

Credit: @alana.camposs

You don’t need an amazing garden to get shots like these, all you need is one pretty bush and your portrait lens!

Outdoor Photoshoot Ideas using Angles

When you’re limited with space and working with a small backyard angles can be your best friend.

Here’s some creative ways to utilize angles to get the most out of your outdoor photoshoots!

12. Shoot for the sky

Position the camera at ground level angled upwards and shoot up towards the sky.

Credit: @tezza

You can do this with a small tripod, with the aid of a photographer friend (who will have to lay down to get the shot), or even sit your camera on the ground propped up against a few items.

Credit: @kyliekatich

Shooting this way is such a great way to capture the pretty blues of the sky.

13. Lay in the grass and shoot from low

All you really need is some grass for this shot!

The easiest way to get this type of shot is using a portrait lens.

Credit: @kyliekatich

This will not only give you the blurred background (which helps when the background isn’t that notable on it’s own) as well as the blurred grass in the foreground.

14. Lay in the grass and shoot from above

If you’re stuck shooting content in a small backyard space utilizing different angles is super helpful to get the most out of your space.

Credit: @hellomissjordan

You can lay in the grass and shoot it from low like the above photo or shoot it from above like @hellomissjordan and I did below.

In order to shoot from above you’ll either need to set up your tripod above you or else get a friend to straddle you (awkward, but it works).

15. Try a through the window shot

I adore through the window shots! They used to be super popular on instagram.

Credit: @carley_aplin_

I’m sure you’ve seen the ones set up through a cafe window with an instagrammed drinking her coffee and looking out the window pondering life… Why not try something similar from home?

Creative Outdoor Photoshoot Ideas

16. Use a fishbowl for a spacey sci-fi style creative shoot

I never thought I would see the day where I would be recommended people put a fishbowl on their heads for photos.

Credit: @officiallyquigley

However, thanks to @officiallyquigley and her insanely creative mind here we are!

17. Pour water on yourself

I have to give @kyliekatich a lot of credit here because this gal is CREATIVE when it comes to her photos.

There’s a reason she’s been featured so many times in both of my photoshoot idea posts.

Credit: @kyliekatich

If you’re not afraid to get wet try playing around with pouring water on yourself.

It just goes to show that even the smallest things can make for a much more dynamic and interesting photo.

18. Try a picnic scene for a fun outdoor photoshoot idea

Picnic scenes have always been my favourite outdoor photoshoot ideas and they’re so easy to do.

All you really need is a blanket, some sort of basket, and some extra props like food items or books and flowers.

These also always do really well on instagram I find!

Credit: @hellomissjordanCredit: @candy_nicole__

19. Shoot with your clothesline

This is a super fun idea if you have a clothesline (or even if you can make one/fake it!).

Credit: @hellomissjordan

Stick to white fabrics for a cleaner look, or if you’ve got a colourful feed have some fun and use some colourful fabrics!

Credit: @kirstenwendlandt

20. Shoot in your car

If you have a car it can actually make for a great outdoor photoshoot location! Does it really count as outdoors? I’m not sure but I decided to include it anyways.

Tip: you don’t have to find the perfect location for this if you have some photoshop skills.

You can photoshop any scene you want into the window like the snowy scene I photoshopped in the above!

Credit: @margusha___

Final Thoughts

I hope you all enjoyed reading this list of outdoor photoshoot ideas you can try in your own backyard!

Hopefully you’re feeling a little more inspired to shoot and have plenty to keep you busy over the coming weeks.

If you’re looking for more easy & creative photoshoot ideas, guides, or photoshoot outfit inspiration check out this posts:

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Finding beauty in the city around us is not so easy. If you think so, then you simply did not look closely! One of the secrets of truly harmonious and beautiful photographs is that your image and the shooting location must be combined perfectly, like Yin-Yang, then the photo session in nature will turn out to be truly impressive. nine0003

Another "feature" of an outdoor photo shoot in nature is naturalness. If you want to get really live shots with genuine emotions, then this is your choice. In addition, a photo shoot on the street allows you to realize a very diverse image and ideas. And you will come to the aid ...

Photographer's skill. Photo shoot in nature - what's the secret?

Professionalism lies not only in the art of presenting your personal style, but also in the ability to see the light and work creatively with it. The sun is the most important tool for working on the street - you need to use the light pattern correctly, avoid unnecessary and ugly shadows. Moreover, a professional photographer must skillfully extract the best from any weather: whether it is overcast, windy or even raining. nine0003

And one more small but important aspect for successful outdoor photography: there are really many interesting and beautiful places for photo shoots in Moscow, but the main thing is choosing the most suitable place. And in this the best assistant is experience.

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Outdoor photo shoot - at any time of the year.

Most people think that the best time for a photo shoot on the street is in the summer. After all, nature is in its prime: trees delight with green foliage, flowers play with colors, it is warm and comfortable outside. And this is true, a summer photo shoot in nature is a very good option! But this does not mean that you can forget about the advantages of other seasons:

In the spring: the beginning awakening of nature - the first buds on the trees, green leaves, the soft spring sun - a photo session allows you to convey this exciting atmosphere of a new beginning;
In Autumn: the extraordinary beauty of yellow-orange foliage and fall foliage, which can be very well used for a photo shoot, for example, tossing leaves into the air or falling into a soft and large pile of autumn foliage;
In winter: ice sparkling in the sun, beautiful snow caps on trees and amazing frost patterns on glass. And do not be afraid of red noses and cheeks - firstly, a healthy blush only makes photos more interesting, and after half an hour or an hour of shooting, you can go to a beautiful cafe and continue the winter photo shoot in an extraordinary interior. nine0033

To summarize:

Professional outdoor photography is the art of a photographer to take a photo session on the street or nature at any time of the day, in any weather and at any time of the year in the most suitable place. So that in the end you get high-quality natural photos with pleasant colors and good light.

Separately, we note the opportunity to issue an individual gift certificate for a photo session, which is valid for 4 months, so that the recipient can choose the most favorite season of the time of the year for shooting. nine0003

In addition, in addition to a huge variety of opportunities for taking pictures in nature, it is no less diverse in genre options:

love story photo shoot in nature;

photo shoot for pregnant women in nature;

children's photo shoot in nature;

family photo shoot in nature;

men's photo shoot on the street.

Benefits of shooting and choosing an idea

Outdoor photography is the choice of those who want to take creative photographs. Enlisting the help of professional make-up artists and photographers, unusual ideas are realized, moments of happiness and harmony with oneself are recorded. nine0003

1 How to look your best in photography

2 Benefits of shooting outdoors

3 How to choose clothes and accessories for a photo shoot

4 Ideas for a outdoor photo shoot: creating an image and creating a story

4.1 Portrait

couples 4.2 For lovers

4.3 For autumn photoshoots

4.4 For winter photoshoots

How to look your best in photos

When shooting outdoors, you need to follow tips that will help you look great in pictures:

Professional hair and make-up. Even if a woman skillfully copes with daily make-up, and her hairstyle does not look sloppy, it is still better to visit a stylist before a photoset.
Wear stylish yet comfortable clothing. In advance of the start of the photo session, it is advisable to choose a couple of ready-made images. It is important that the clothes emphasize the strengths of the figure. At the same time, be sure to feel comfortable in the chosen image. If a person feels “out of place”, this will be noticeable in the photographs. nine0033
This advice will be useful for girls, because no woman wants to look bigger and rougher in the photo. As you know, the camera adds up to 10 extra pounds, so it is better to choose poses at an angle to the lens.
Do not forget about the folds. If a person stands straight in front of the camera, stretched out like a string, this position looks unnatural. Ideally, it is better to make a smooth bend of the arms, forming a free space between them and the body. This posture will make the figure proportional. nine0033
Even if a person stoops a little in life, in the photographs it is necessary to make a little effort and correct their posture. A straight back is the key to a beautiful shot.
A natural smile will enhance your photo. To do it, you need to relax, but control the position of the chin. When smiling or laughing naturally, people tend to pull it hard up to the neck, which creates wrinkles in the skin. This can be avoided by placing the tongue behind the upper teeth, inhaling and exhaling through the mouth.
Do not skimp on the services of a professional photographer. He will select a location that suits the concept, adjust the lighting and take high-quality pictures, and then process them in photo editors. They also use professional equipment, which has a positive effect on the final result.

Being yourself is the main rule of a "live" photo session. The camera can capture those moments when a person feels uncomfortable. Therefore, it is best to relax and enjoy the process. nine0003

Benefits of shooting outdoors

Shooting outdoors has three distinct advantages:

Variety of locations. Not a single professional studio or even a home interior full of comfort will ever replace the beauty of nature: green grasses and trees, clear waters, scarlet sunsets and sunrises.
No hard time limits. This distinguishes shooting outdoors from the studio. In the latter, as a rule, there is a tight schedule, and for the continuation of the process you will have to pay extra money, and rather big ones. nine0033
It is possible to change angles. It brings photos to life by playing with light and poses.

The only drawback is the unpredictability of weather conditions. For photo shoots in nature, it is necessary to select the weather, as rain, snow or cloudiness can spoil the whole initial idea.

How to choose clothes and accessories for a photo shoot

An interesting concept is important in the image for a photo shoot. She happens to be:

elegant;
home;
sports.

The material, texture and colors of clothing should be in harmony with the surrounding scenery or location. If a group shoot is planned, then all participants in the set dress in the same style and color scheme. Experts recommend making no more than three accents in clothes and accessories, and complementing bright details with neutral tones.

It should also not be forgotten that the invented image should not only match the environment, but also reflect the inner world, mood and character of a person. nine0003

Ideas for a photo shoot in nature: inventing an image and creating a story

Sometimes clients turn to a photographer with a ready-made concept for photography. But it often happens that an idea is created in tandem with a specialist. Do not be afraid to show the master the work of other professionals with your favorite idea for a photo shoot in nature, location or pose. These examples can be easily adapted to new conditions, combined, modified, and ultimately get a product - photographs that will be reviewed again and again. nine0003

During the implementation of the idea, the main task of the photographer is to create a comfortable atmosphere for the participants in the shooting, to establish trusting relationships with clients so that they show their feelings and character to the camera.

Portrait

To take a creative and unusual portrait, you can use one of the following tips:

Change the angle. Portraits taken from top to bottom look good.
Change your look. For a portrait, it is not necessary to look at the camera, you can look away or look at an object inside the frame (at an object or a person). nine0033
Violate composition rule. Everything that differs from generally accepted standards looks fresh and unusual.
Play with the lighting - changing the direction of the light gives you a lot of opportunities to create creative shots.

These techniques should be used wisely and not pile up the portrait with an abundance of unusual techniques. A person who is sincerely passionate about photography or a professional photographer can realize a bold idea.

For couples

Photoshoot for couples in love reflects the depth and romance of their relationship. As locations, you should choose deserted landscapes with beautiful views, beautiful alleys, streets or interiors of cafes and restaurants.

Also an interesting idea would be a photo shoot, reflecting the common interests of lovers. Joint shootings for one thing come out beautifully: riding bicycles, rollerblading or skating, horseback riding and even fishing.

For autumn photo shoots

Autumn with golden fallen leaves is the time for a beautiful photo shoot. Although the idea of \u200b\u200btossing leaves is considered an "immortal classic", it has managed to get fed up. You can dilute the usual poses and, for example, hide in the leaves or fall into their whirlwind. nine0003

Autumn photo shoots in dense fog also look impressive. In this case, you can appear in the image of a mystical creature - a beautiful and mysterious mavka. Autumn gifts can be used as decorations: juicy apples, honey, wine or grapes.