Candid Photo Tips

Candid photos are some of the best photos because half the time the subjects of the picture don’t even know their getting their pictures taken. I will give you five tips to help you take the best candid photos you can!

1.     Don’t use flash. Using the flash is the most obvious thing and subjects will know that you’re taking their pictures. To create a bright photo, widen your aperture and raise your ISO; doing this will give your photos more focus on the subject rater than the surroundings.

2.     Shoot from the hip. It gives a new perspective and will also give you a cover when trying to be sneaky. If you have a subject that is opposed to having their picture taken this can be a great technique to use.

3.     Catch people in the moment. In the moment photos, show the raw emotion of the subjects. It will also make for a more spontaneous photo.

4.     Take multiple pictures. People are unpredictable so take multiple shots while they are in motion. It will increase the chances of you getting fun and awesome shots!

5.     Include background objects.  Often times, candid photos don’t have depth. I usually try and have the subject on either the right or left side of the picture as a way to add background objects.

Candid photos can often times end up creepy or just plain weird, but most often they can be some of the most fun pictures. These tips will help you achieve better candid photos too!

-Katie :)