The famous American landscape photographer of the last century Ansel Adams said: “Many people think that by buying the best camera they will be able to take better photos. But even the most modern camera will not help you if you have nothing in your heart and head.”
The DMark team with him 100 percent on that. And as a confirmation of Ansel Adams’ theory, we want to show and tell you how to take a beautiful photo by the sea on a sunny autumn day, having an ordinary smartphone and a set of certain knowledge.
Shooting, supplemented by knowledge of correct posing and a sincere desire to be photographed, works wonders. Don’t believe us? Check it out!
A moment of rest
Imagine that you have been walking by the sea for a long time and you want to rest a little. Find a low fence, but do not lean on it, rather try to sit down slightly, touching the ground with one foot. Forget about the tin soldier image – you need to relax and feel confident. Put one hand on your knee, rest the other on the object you are sitting on. Do not look at the camera; focus your gaze on some object in the distance. Shoulders should not be tense, show your neck, and watch the chin line.
Harmony with yourself and nature
When choosing poses for a walking photo shoot, choose a location where you will have the opportunity to demonstrate harmony with both yourself and nature. An ordinary bench against the backdrop of a lawn with trees will be just perfect. Show self-confidence; look into the distance, as if you are thinking about something important. You can cross your legs and place your hands in front of you. Keep your back strictly vertical, lower your chin a little, but do not overdo it. In no case show that something is bothering you or that you are in a bad mood – do not tense up; do not try on the image of a frightened schoolgirl in class or a subordinate on the carpet.
The whole world at our feet
Lean your back and hands on the railing or another vertical surface, shifting your weight to one leg, while the other can be slightly bent at the knee. Your hands should not be in your pockets – it is better to hold on the railing. Also avoid crossing them, because this will show your closedness, which is unacceptable. It is advisable to look to the side, not straight ahead. There should always be some mystery in your gaze. A winning shot would be one in which the breeze and waves are captured with you, although the sea surface will also work. Other locations will also work for such a photo, but it is clearly more interesting against the backdrop of the sea.
In love
If there is a staircase on the embankment, take advantage of it. Sit on a step, tucking one leg closer to you and lowering the other one a little lower. Rest your right hand on your knee, support your head with your left hand, touching your cheek and chin with your palm. By the way, it is better to look straight into the camera and it would not be a bad idea to think about your loved one or something pleasant at this time. Show with your gaze that you miss them and are looking forward to seeing them. Don’t know what style to arrange a photo shoot in? The image of a person in love is always in trend – the love theme never gets outdated.
Farewell to summer
The most beautiful photos by the sea are taken on sunny days – and this is an indisputable fact. Although the autumn sun does not warm as much as the summer one, you can show with your body that it is still quite warm outside. Stopping in one place, hugging yourself with your arms is not our option. It gives off a feeling of coldness and loneliness. Walk along the sandy beach or at least imitate the gait, putting one leg forward. Raise your head up, look at the sky, as if saying goodbye to summer. Be sure to emphasize the chin line. You can put one hand in your pocket and rearrange your sunglasses, hat, headband or other attributes with the other one.
Unpredictability
Modern poses for a photo shoot should be natural, but if you decide to play a little, like an actress on stage, this is welcomed. You can simulate some kind of force majeure during a walk for a photo. Let’s imagine that something happened to your heel and you decided to look at it. Lean against the wall, holding on with one hand, and touch the problematic heel with the other, slightly raising your leg. Focus your gaze on the place you are studying. Intrigue those around you, perhaps you will even have to leave some questions unanswered.
Ready to conquer the peaks
Poses for photos on the embankment using stairs are always interesting, especially if you use it to demonstrate your determination. Let’s imagine that you have already covered part of the way to the top of Olympus and just decided to rest along the way. Sit on a step, placing your legs as freely as possible. Place one hand on your knee; touch your neck with the other. Keep your head level, do not take your eyes off the camera. Show confidence in your abilities and a desire to move forward again. Maintain your posture; there should be no tension in your shoulders.
Woman in black
Black clothes symbolize relaxedness and elegance, so you should never be afraid of it or ignore it. Photos in this style are atmospheric and memorable. Walk along the embankment or by the shore as if you are on a special mission, carefully examining everything around. Move as dynamics is very important here. Do not even think of crossing your arms in front of you, because it speaks of your closedness and lack of self-confidence. You can keep your hands in your pockets. This is the most unconventional and a little daring idea for autumn photos among the many creative ones.
Bystander
If you are looking for ideas for an embankment photo shoot that will be interesting to you and everyone around you, here it is. The Bystander pose involves sitting on some small elevation and observing what is happening. It is better to sit sideways, with one leg on a bench or step and the other down. Rest your right hand on the base you are sitting on, and keep your left hand near your chin. You can rest your left elbow on your knee. Maintain good posture, do not slouch, and pretend that there is no one else near you.
Relaxation of body and mind
Poses or ideas for an autumn photo shoot do not always have to be accompanied by active actions on your part. Find any vertical surface and lean your back on it – rest a little, relaxing both your body and mind. Keep your back straight, turn your face at an angle of 45 degrees, and look at the camera. You can simply lower one hand down, and grab your outerwear, like your coat, with the other one. Your lips do not have to be tightly pressed together. You can smile a little or take a light breath. And believe us – nothing will bother you at this time: neither the sea breeze, nor anything else.
Sunny mood
Warm shades look good in photos, and the best way to achieve them is the sunny weather. Show everyone that you are in a great mood today: smile, and don’t be sad under any circumstances. Add some dynamics – a light walk will do the trick. Put one leg forward and lean on it, and move the other one back. The pose like your legs together and hands at your sides is definitely not your option. It is better to keep your hands in your pockets, tucking them in completely or partially. Keep your head and chin straight, do not look at the camera – this is unnecessary. Take sunbathes and do it with pleasure. The background of the waves will only be a plus.
Waiting
Find any wall or other structure and lean your back against it. You can shift your body weight from two legs to one. If you cross your legs, it will look even more impressive. But you don’t need to hold your hands in front of you or cross them — it’s better to put them in your pockets, leaving your thumbs outside. You can tilt your head a little. Your gaze should be focused on some distant object, as if you are waiting or looking out for someone. It’s better to choose a sunny place for a photo shoot, because only such conditions help create the cozy image.
Did you like the ideas we have prepared for autumn photos on or near the seashore? Feel free to bring them to life. But if you want to do it on a more professional level, contact the DMark marketing agency. We will work out all the details, select the best locations, tell you how to behave and pose correctly.
If you need a consultation on this, call or email us.