Who doesn't love a glowing background? There's something so gorgeous about an abundance of light taking over a photo- casting the perfect light on your subject. To do this, place your subject in front of a light source (in this case, we used the sun) and don't be afraid to experiment. There's no right or wrong it's all about placing your subject in the right place and once you have your settings in place- have your subject experiment with different poses, which allows the sun to peek through various body movements. The outcome really is beautiful and has a tendency to have a vintage and classic look.
When we took these photos, Kelli placed Emma directly in front of the sun and then let her pose so that the light leaked through it different ways.
The best time of day to experiment with glowing light is during the magic hour or anytime when the sun is lower in the sky. This makes it easier to pose your model in front of it!
Sun flare is a natural occurance that can be unpredictible. You can find this light when posing your model in front of the sun. You'll be able to see it through your camera's viewfinder as you move around and find the perfect position! Try these simple techniques next time you are out shooting photos and we think you'll be pleased with the results! Have a great weekend!
Kelli, Elsie + Emma
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Posted by: Rae Veda | February 03, 2012 at 06:34 PM
Love the photos and love the sunglasses :)
Posted by: eat my shorts | February 03, 2012 at 06:35 PM
Love these photos! Makes me want to go out and play with my camera
Posted by: Cori Preston | February 03, 2012 at 06:36 PM
Cori... YAY! That's what we were hoping for!!! Happy weekend!
Posted by: elsie | February 03, 2012 at 06:37 PM
Lovely!
Posted by: Desiree Fawn | February 03, 2012 at 06:38 PM
Very lovely I love back lit photos.
Posted by: Melissa | February 03, 2012 at 06:40 PM
Love these! Emma's such a beauty no matter what the lighting though. :)
Posted by: Amber Rose | February 03, 2012 at 06:41 PM
Don't forget to use a filter to protect your CCD :) It's a very important detail that you don't want to overlook.
Posted by: Katie Harrison | February 03, 2012 at 06:45 PM
Thanks, Katie!
Posted by: elsie | February 03, 2012 at 06:48 PM
I LOVE using backlighting. It gives photographs such a dreamy feeling!
Posted by: Rachel | heraura.com | February 03, 2012 at 06:53 PM
I love these posts! Puts logic behind all of the things that have happened on a beautiful accident so I can make them happen again!
Posted by: Colleen Marie | February 03, 2012 at 06:54 PM
I love sun flares! Thanks for the great tips!
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Posted by: Miranda | February 03, 2012 at 07:02 PM
Gorgeous photos! Thank you for the detailed information.
Posted by: Georgina | February 03, 2012 at 07:11 PM
Lovely pics, thanks for the tips.
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Posted by: rory | February 03, 2012 at 07:15 PM
love this series you started. Super helpful! I love this style of photos, with a flare from the sun...so dreamy.
Posted by: debbie | February 03, 2012 at 07:23 PM
These are so pretty. I love photos where the sun is getting low in the sky. It hits in such pretty ways :).
Posted by: Gina_AcuteDesigns | February 03, 2012 at 07:26 PM
So happy you have this photography series going! Such helpful tips!
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Posted by: vivienne k | February 03, 2012 at 07:35 PM
I love the way the sun plays with colors-- another fantastic tutorial, & I can't wait for the next installment!
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Posted by: Tabetha | February 03, 2012 at 07:57 PM
These are such great pictures :) I have got to try this this weekend! Great post!!
Posted by: Chelsea | February 03, 2012 at 08:01 PM