There are plenty of reasons to shoot outdoors for any portrait shoot. You have the natural lighting, the weather that can enhance the mood, and the simply picturesque scenery. It doesn't matter if you live in the city or the suburbs there are plenty of natural backdrops you can use during your photo session if you know where or what to look for. Consider these top natural backdrops when scouting out a location for your next shoot.

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1. Wooded areas

Shooting in the woods can be a little more challenging than with other natural backdrops but it is well worth the challenge. If your shoot is on a cloudy day than you have the perfect lighting to take some amazing portraits. If it's a sunny day than you can creatively capture the rays of light coming through the treetops. In either case, you will have stunning images that will be a little mysterious yet beautiful

2. Sea, Beach or Lakes

If you are lucky enough to live near the water than you have an amazing backdrop for your photo shoot just waiting for you. These locations are some of the best because they tend to look different with each session. Since the tides are always changing, the weather may be different and the light is cast in various colors you can have a unique location every time you shoot.

3. Fields

In the spring and summer time, you can't go wrong shooting in a field of flowers. They can add pops of color to your shoot and can capture a whimsical or fairytale mode perfectly. While fields of flowers can be colorful, cotton fields can also add a whimsical touch to your photo shoot. Fields also work well in the fall for those times when the trees no longer have their leaves. Shooting as the sun is going down will allow you to capture the light and buds of the field.

4. Sunset

No matter where you end up shooting capturing the sunset is always a perfect backdrop. From the orange and pink colors reflecting off the water to the golden rays dancing on flowers petals or through treetops, sunset is one of the most picture-perfect settings to capture.

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Michele is a lifestyle portrait photographer in North Oaks, Minnesota. She photographs children and their families both on location and in her studio in Northeast Minneapolis. mQn Photography is the premier family photographer in the Twin Cities. To schedule your next session with Michele please visit mQn Photography | Twin Cities Photographer or e-mail michele@mqnphotography.com

Michele is a participating photographer with The Tiny Footprints Project which provides free photography for families living in the NICU. To see how you can help or to request a session please visit www.thetinyfootprintsproject.org or apply directly through Michele at https://www.mqnphotography.com/nicu

Michele also specializes in Fresh 48 photography sessions in local Minnesota Birth Centers and hospitals. To book your custom Fresh 48 Session with Michele be sure to send her e-mail with your due date to get on the calendar. BOOK NOW

4 Comments

Nov 5, 2019, 12:02:46 AM

Kara C. - I love how you highlight the amazing varieties of backdrops, but you make it so clear that the love shines through the most!!

Nov 3, 2019, 4:36:33 PM

Iana - We’re so fortunate to have such beautiful backdrops on our doorstep. I just adore the rich variety nature spoils us with!

Nov 3, 2019, 4:28:59 PM

Tanya - Michele these are perfect! I agree on the wooded areas being a challenge. I usally don't enjoy the woods at all unless it's cloudy out. Golden hour can be good too! These are beautiful captures. You have shown some amazing work in all types of locations!!

Nov 3, 2019, 10:08:06 AM

Stacey - It would be tough to choose a location for backdrop - they are all so beautiful! Love these images!

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