Summer is here and the beaches are where it's at! Lake, pond, river or ocean, everyone loves a beach. I think so anyway, pretty sure that's true. Now whether you are planning your future photo session or you're just on vacation with the family, golden hour (or golden morning, I should say) is key. Here are some things to remember when planning a golden hour lake session with or without your Hudson Valley photographer.
This is all about light! The evening brings a softer, warmer light as the sun gets lower. Timing wise golden hour is about an hour before sunset. The same is true for the morning, but this time it occurs an hour after sunrise. Say hello to a soft glow and goodbye to harsh shadows.
Now something else happens in the mornings and evenings by the water that can create truly magical images. The stillness of the water changes throughout the day. Now of course, ignore me if it's stormy because this won't be true and also I am not a scientist! But usually in the mornings and evenings the water becomes like glass. Super reflective and super beautiful.
Can you tell which ones are taken in the evening and which ones in the morning? Who cares, am I right? They both create a beautiful backdrop for your images and a great way to remember your time in the Adirondacks or wherever you might be. Several of these are taken at Little Wolf Pond Campgrounds, NY, https://www.tupperlake.com/campgrounds/little-wolf-beach-campground and other are taken at Moosehead Lake, ME, https://visitmaine.com/things-to-do/parks-natural-attractions/moosehead-lake and a local Hudson Valley spot, Clermont State Historic Site, https://parks.ny.gov/historic-sites/16/details.aspxhttp:/clermontstatehistoricsite.blogspot.comwww.friendsofclermont.org.
This shows just why a photographer will suggest golden hour for your photo session whether you are at the lake, in the Hudson Valley or beyond. Also, a great way to entertain those kiddos if they are early risers or post "spring ahead" late bedtimes.
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