Getting a great photo for your Instagram profile can be quite complicated. Even though this might seem odd to some people, it is true. You are probably thinking – what can be that difficult? You find a spot, take a pose, and someone spans the photo of you. Well, this is true, but it is not enough if you want people to be wowed when they look at your Instagram profile.
If this is your goal when it comes to Instagram posts, you will have to put in more effort in these. Due to this reason, in this article, we are going to give you some tips and suggest some places where you should capture the photos. You will be able to find many of these locations in your area, so all you have to do is find those that you like the best.
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Hit the town (London, Sydney and Wroclaw)
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Some of the best photos come from the city centers and the three cities which we have chosen for you to offer amazing photo session opportunities. Of course, you will not travel there just to take a couple of photos, but if you live in these cities, you might as well find a photographer who knows the experience and have knowledge in photography.
So let’s get started:
- London offers so much to the lovers of photography. The first thing that comes to mind is the London Eye, but how can we forget about Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, Notting Hill, Buckingham Palace and other tourist sites. Furthermore, there are some places in London that are great for sessions but aren’t as popular.
- Sydney is famous worldwide for its Opera House and this is yet another place where the panoramic view is amazing. We will not reveal all the secrets, but you will be thrilled with your images after the day is done.
- Wroclaw is a small Polish city, but its Town Hall is one of a kind and this is just a suggestion where you can start the photo session. The city lies on the Oder River and it gained its popularity because of the historic Market Square.
Turn to nature
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If you want to go in a completely different direction, then you should explore the nature around your home. Firstly, you can start with your own backyard. If you have a green thumb and have worked really hard on decorating and improving the aesthetics of your garden, then it is the perfect place to start your photo shoot.
Furthermore, you can make a trip out of it, and visit some farms and fields in your area. Landscapes are always a great background and the great thing that upon adding some filters and colors to them, they will look as if a professional photographer took them.
You can start by looking for some old fences or vehicles that will provide you with that rustic effect. Continue by taking photos in flower or cornfields, or even vineyards. The last one can be quite romantic, so it is a perfect location if you want to take some with your spouse or partner.
Lastly, if you want to have some awesome shots of your children, nothing can top photos of them interacting with animals. If you can find some farm animals such as sheep, goats, and even donkeys and horses, take that opportunity. We can almost guarantee that these will look adorable, because is there anything cuter than kids and animals playing together? We don’t think so either.
The beach
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Since the summer is here, and so are long, excruciating hot days, the beach is not only a great place for you to take Instagram shots, but you can also make a day out of it. Is there anything better than relaxing on a beach with your favorite cocktail? No, there is not.
So why not take advantage of your day off and take some stunning shots? In addition, this place provides you with so many possibilities. You can have a photo shoot at the beach, or take some candid ones in the water. Why not do both?
Do you remember what we have mentioned about water and reflection and light? That’s right – whatever you choose, you will end up with perfect takes. What’s more, make sure to take advantage of the sunset. Can you think of any setting that is more beautiful than a beach at the dusk?
Neighborhood
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If you have small kids or are simply in a hurry, going on a trip might not be an option. Don’t worry beacuse you can always take great shots right in your neighborhood. Go out for a walk with your baby and take some candid photos of you enjoying your time together.
Moreover, you have probably noticed a lot of Instagram posts of people in front of their fence or even front door. Yes, however unlikely it might seem, these can do wonders for your photographs. Depending on the type of shots you want, you have multiple options. Additionally, if your kids are about to start school or kindergarten, or on the other note, have just graduated from it, a shot of them with a blackboard or a note in front of your house is a must.
Need Social Media Assistance?
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After you have taken your professional photographs, it is time to make full use of them. Sure, posting them on Instagram will generate a large number of likes, but if you want to grow your profile (not just Instagram but other social networks as well) you would need someone who knows how to utilize these images.
How about the people that took these amazing photos in the first place? Make sure you revisit the link above and ask for help regarding the social media and we are sure that they will step up.
