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Note from Meg:  This post was originally published in September of 2014.  The crazy part?  It still applies to Fall 2017 Colors!  I've made a few alterations, and I'm excited to re-share it!
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Making use of fall colors:


As photographers we have learned how to make the best use out of the fall colors.  We would like to share a little of that with you to help you plan your photo session timing!

 1) Your photos are about you, not the background.  Remember that!  If you love the outdoors, and want a giant scenic vista, do you really want a photo of YOU, or a photo of the vista?  I'm not saying that the background is not important, as it really really is.  I'm saying that you are the focus in your photo session, and we use the background to compliment the look you are going for.  That means that the background is not the main attraction of the image.

Tweet: Making use of #Fall2017Colors for Photos: Remember, your photos are about YOU, not the background. @walckportraits
2) You want the "Fall Look".  Great!  I love it!  To get the "Fall Look" - I only need 1 tree that has changed colors.  Just 1.  This means that we can shoot fall photos from early september straight through the beginning of November.  Of course, there are scenes that will look fantastic with lots and lots of turned trees, but - it isn't fully necessary to have an entire forest of full colored earth tones in order to have the best photo shoot you have ever had :)

3) Tim!  What do I wear!?!?   Easy - Earth tones.  Keep it simple.  Blue jeans, forest green, wine, navy blue.  Jeans and a white shirt are always a winner!  (Plus that portrait can move to any room in your house because jeans and a white shirt go with every thing).  At the same time though, you can use a single color that really pops from the landscape, like teal, mint, yellow, or pink.  To make a color that pops really work, you must be cautious to keep the outfit as simple as possible.   Steer clear of big logos on clothes, or fancy flat brimmed hats if you want fall photos in a fall setting.  I know... it may be your style to wear those clothes.  But, if that is the case, lets find a setting that will really show off your style :)


To learn even more about planning for your fall portrait session read The Wait is Over.  Better yet, contact us via our website or Facebook to schedule your portrait session today!
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