Introduction to parent-child photography skills

Lead: Because we can't accurately predict the baby's cute expressions and actions at the next moment, it is necessary to help the baby record his journey diligently. Here, I'll bring you the whole strategy of parent-child photography skills. Let's have a look!

Introduction of parent-child photography skills to baby articles

The baby hasn't opened his eyes for the first few months, and his parents have begun to capture their precious images. Because we can't accurately predict the baby's cute expressions and actions in the next moment, it is necessary to help the baby record his journey diligently, and the result of this process will definitely make himself and his family unforgettable!

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Everyone knows that the baby's eyeball is still developing. I don't think any parents will be willing to risk flashing lights for their little baby, even if it is jumping lights! Natural light is definitely the best choice to shoot your baby, and the light by the window is within reach, so if it is daytime, it is recommended to push your baby to the window and let the soft light shine in.

The telephoto lens captures the baby's facial expression.

3. Focus and shooting mode

Many times, when focusing, you must pay attention to the baby's eye close to you. Unless necessary, novice parents are advised to use the aperture prerequisite mode of the camera. If the baby is facing you, you can turn up the aperture, blur the background or create a front lens so that the photo can be completely focused on the beautiful baby. However, if the baby is slightly facing you, it is best to reduce the aperture by two or three levels as appropriate to increase the depth of field, so that the baby's other face and eyes will not be too blurred. If it is a group photo, please enlarge it so that all the people can see it clearly.

Large aperture close-up, highlighting the baby's foot details.

5. Composition of photos

As Kappa, the master of war photography, said: If you don't shoot well enough, is it because you are not close enough? . It is best to get close to the baby without blocking the light and the camera can focus, so that he can occupy the camera and become the only protagonist. Compared with the baby who is straight in the picture, it will be more dynamic if his body can lie sideways in the picture.

The soft blanket is simple and clean as the background.

7. Use of props

Are you tired of taking hundreds of pictures of your baby? At this time, you might as well buy some brightly colored props for your baby, whether it is a hat or a toy, which can add a lot of color to the photo!

When the overall exposure is lower than that seen by naked eyes, the exposure compensation must be increased.

9. Adjustment of white balance

The automatic white balance of the camera is quite accurate in today's era, but the white balance given by the camera is not necessarily what we want. For example, this big photo wants to express a warm atmosphere, and the background is wooden, so it keeps the tone of yellow indoor light. In this photo, the baby is in front of the window, but at the same time, it is illuminated by yellow indoor light. We slightly cool the color temperature to make the baby's face whiter and more tender, and also let the natural light in the background have a little light blue tone to enhance the charm of the photo. Every photo suggests that you can try a different white balance, which sometimes has unexpected effects.

When the scene is dark, the background is blurred, highlighting the child's action expression.

Shoot close to the ground

This skill can be said to be very important. Remember to be as close to the ground as possible when shooting children, so that the camera can be balanced (or lower) with their sight, so that they can shoot the world they see! I often sit when I shoot, and more often I lie on the ground!

Wide-angle lens explains the surrounding environment.

Shoot with a fisheye lens

If you often take pictures of your children, buy a fisheye lens! Fisheye lens can not only let you shoot more children and environment, but also shoot children's vision, and everything looks great.

Continuous shooting can get many details.

6. Involve children in your shooting.

Children like to see themselves in photos! If you take a cool photo, you might as well show it to them. They may produce more interesting movements. You can also give them your camera and let them watch you hold it up to take a picture. It will also be a picture worth taking.

Using telephoto lens can capture children's expressions and show their movements.

Backlight can highlight the outline of a child.

9. Ask an assistant to help shoot

Children's attention is not high, and they are often attracted by other things, so you will need an assistant to do some actions behind their backs or use small toys to guide children to make ideal expressions and actions.

Pay attention to flash and exposure compensation when shooting at night.

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Many parents will also worry about what lens they should choose to shoot for their children. Generally speaking, lenses can be divided into two categories, namely zoom lenses and fixed-focus lenses. Because they have different characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, it is suggested to use different lenses according to different situations.

1. Zoom lens

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You can shoot in telephoto or wide angle at will, which is convenient for composition and shooting.

Focusing speed is usually faster than fixed-focus lens (for newer models)

Because of the large coverage focal length, it is suitable for some parents who are inconvenient to carry too many photographic equipment.

Due to the above advantages, the zoom lens can be used in the following occasions:

When traveling or going far (because the zoom lens covers a large focal length, it is not necessary to carry too many lenses)

Faster focusing speed can clearly capture the child's movements.

Wide-angle lens can clearly show everyone's facial expressions.

Large aperture can be used to increase exposure in dim environment.

Taking thematic photos for children in a beautiful background (because the lens of fixed focus lens, especially the 85mm long focal length, has the most beautiful background compression and sharp photo quality)

The fixed-focus lens has a good sense of background compression.

Take a photo of the depth of the scene (this kind of photo can make the child as the main body stand out more)

The blurred background focused attention on the child's facial expression.

So what lens do we need to shoot children? In fact, when we buy a SLR, the camera is equipped with a zoom lens (that is, a set of mirrors such as 18-55mm, etc. ) parents can also cover most of the focal length o, which is convenient for us to shoot. But in addition to the kit mirror, a standard large aperture fixed-focus mirror is also very worth buying. Especially when children are just born to 1 year old, I believe we also record their growth at home most of the time. Because the lights at home are generally dim, and we can't use the flash to affect the children's vision development, so the large aperture fixed-focus lens is more suitable for us to shoot in the dark environment at home. In addition, there are usually many decorations at home. If you shoot these backgrounds, the photos will be messy and the theme will be unclear. So we shot with a large aperture lens, which can blur the background and highlight the theme. Spice up the photos.

Therefore, a set of mirrors plus a standard large aperture fixed-focus lens is an inevitable choice for shooting children. Of course, in addition to these two lenses, there are many different types of lenses on the market that can help us shoot more. If conditions permit, we can also choose:

1. Macro fixed-focus mirror

Macro lens imaging is very sharp, clear and meticulous, which is very suitable for photographing children's delicate skin, especially for children aged 0 to 1 year.

Macro fixed-focus lens can show a child's delicate skin.

Macro fixed-focus lens highlights the texture of hair and skin well.

2. Long focal length zoom lens

When children start school, we will take them to many competitions or sports meetings more or less. At this time, a zoom lens with long focal length can be of great use. It allows us to photograph children's movements from a distance, especially for children who have started school over 3 years old.

The telephoto lens allows us to film children's movements from a distance.

After understanding these skills, take action immediately and start recording the little things of children at home, leaving precious and beautiful childhood memories for them!