If you’re considering a lifestyle family session in your home, you’re probably wondering where in your home would be best for photos. However, the best room in your home may not be the one you expect because finding the best light is the most important for great photos. So today, I’m gonna share how to find the best light in your home in 5 easy steps.
1. The Best Time of Day
Depending on the direction your house faces it may have better light in the morning or afternoon. Pay attention to the rooms in your home with large windows at both times of the day. Take pictures on your phone of rooms that you think would be best to get a better idea of how the light will look.
2. Even Light
Now, you may have lots of sunlight coming through a specific room but pay attention to harsh light versus soft light. Pay attention to whether windows create deep shadows or speckled light.
3. Open the Curtains
This will help maximize the natural light coming through the windows. Every little bit helps to showcase your family in the best light and let your story shine through.
4. Turn off the Lights
Turn off artificial lights such as lamps or overhead ceiling lights. Electrical light conflicts with natural light and creates unpleasant imbalances in the color balance of your image. This is such a simple tip that you probably wouldn’t think would help but actually makes the biggest difference in finding the best light in your home.
5. Open the Door
Similarly, opening a main door can make a huge difference in how much light is able to enter your living space. If you have a beautiful entryway, this could be the perfect place to capture a little peak into your lives together.
Last notes on how to find the best light in your home
Talk to your photographer and learn more about how they will handle finding the right space for beautiful portraits. Please don’t stress about finding the perfect light, your photographer will be able to spot great lighting in your home. This guide is to help you have a starting place to choose the best time of day and not feel pressured to keep your entire home spotless before an in-home session. I hope this helps you as your prep your space for lifestyle family portraits.
