five photo tips

 

Photographing everyday life is one of my biggest creative passions! There is just something so special about capturing the things that make today wonderful. I’ve been photographing my daily life for a few years now and I love looking back on random moments from the past. In the days of film photography, people were afraid to “waste” film. They chose to take more posed photos of groups of people and less small memories of each day. We’re so lucky to live in the digital age where you can literally take 100 photos on your phone today and only keep your 3 favorites. I always think back to my high school self (who spent a lot of babysitting money on packs of film) and imagine how blown away I would be if someone would have told me that in just 10 years time I’d have a phone that took better photos than my camera. As an extremely visual person, the resources we have at our fingertips are truly incredible!

 Here are 5 tips for capturing your everyday life…

 1. When In Doubt, Bring Your Camera. 

There are so many random photos that I would have missed if I hadn’t been lugging my Nikon with me everywhere I go. I have quite a few camera bags to switch out (some that double as purses) and that’s super helpful! It’s always easier to leave it at home, but I’m determined not to let any dust collect on my camera. 

I never regret bringing it along! 

Instead of focusing only on wide shots of people, take time to zoom in and capture little details! Each day there are countless expressions, moments and pretty vignettes in your life that you might not remember if you don’t caputure them. Always remember to zoom in and photograph the little things you simply love in life! 

There are little things that make you unique. Be sure to document these quirks and special qualities! Step outside the box of getting a “good photo” and try to capture something really personal. Evoke a memory. 

4. Cell Phone Photos Are A-O.K.! 

Cell phone photos have completely changed the photography world in the past five years. The quality has quickly gone from something you couldn’t really print to something that, at times, rivals traditional photography. It’s pretty exciting! I often post cellphone/instagram photos on my blog and have them printed out on a pottery barn photo carousel when you walk into our home- the nest. There is nothing wrong with using your phone as your secondary, or even primary, camera! It’s a great way to capture everyday life because it’s always with you. <3

These little things might have gone undocumented had I not had my phone at my side.

5. There Is No Such Thing As A “Wasted” Photo

When in doubt, snap the photo! No matter who makes ‘fun’ of you for documenting- 

in the end, if you want the photo- take it 🙂 

I hope you’ve picked up a few helpful hints from this post. 


Taking everyday life photos is one of the healthiest creative habits to excercise. 


If you’re not currently in this routine, why not try some today?