For some, the holidays are still here. In the pool of Pilatus or the rivers of Cassis, it’s also a matter of making it famous on social networks, French photographer and YouTuber Tycia gives us her tips and advice to finally succeed in her vacation photos.
The long-awaited summer holidays are the perfect time to bathe on Mediterranean beaches, cruise the Cevennes and, of course, take photos. Something to rock the gallery on Instagram or at your next dinner party with friends.
There are many on social media who bombard us with holiday photos all year round, each one as captivating as the next. Poolside inspiration for this summer! Photographer and YouTuber Tycia, who has 214,000 followers on Instagram, reveals her tips for finally taking photos by the sea. Whether it’s shooting a sunset or a simple Moscow mule on a terrace, we’re going to expose his devices. And this time without blushing.
Get inspired by the pros
“There are many accounts on Instagram that can give good ideas. For my part, I follow the work of photographers and influencers whose content I enjoy for inspiration. This is the case of @tezza or @meryldenis. I also check Pinterest a lot. There are many original photos.
trigger the natural
“A successful photograph is one that gives the impression of being taken on the spot. And this naturalness provokes itself. Listening to music is a good way to relax. The ideal is when the photographer puts us at ease and tries to make us laugh. A trick that works almost 100%. burst mode. Because it creates more spontaneity. Of the 36 photos that will be taken, there will be at least one that will. And it avoids posing in front of the lens.
A matter of time
“In summer, the ideal time to take pictures is either very early in the morning or at the end of the day. Ten o’clock is already late because the sun is very high. This accentuates the shadows and tends to make facial features harsher. So I prefer the evening, about an hour before sunset. The light is softer and restrained, with golden colors. This is called golden hour“.
The web, your best ally
“When I take a picture with my smartphone, I always use the grid to frame it well. You just need to go to settings and activate the “grid” option. then two vertical and horizontal lines are visible on the screen. From there, if you capture the sea, you must make it parallel to one of the horizontal lines. In the same way, if a bar appears in the photo, it is about being parallel to the vertical line.”
Movement, always movement
“We must avoid a straight posture at all costs. Instead, we draw a silhouette with his body. You do not hesitate to create corners with your own hands on the chair. While standing, you can also put one of your legs forward with a little support. Choosing a slightly lower angle if you want to make them longer.”
Immerse yourself in the atmospheres
“To differentiate yourself from traditional landscape photography, you can simply appear in your photos. Whether strolling on the sand or sipping a cocktail. Even if nothing prevents you from capturing a beautiful and beautiful place. Then I personally like to highlight atypical places where there are no people and reflect a certain atmosphere. For example, if I go to Barcelona, I want to take pictures of people smiling on a terrace or people dancing. The opposite, in Corsica I would tend to gravitate towards the deserted beach. The idea is to adapt to where you are.
Good apps
“In the summer, I like my Instagram feed (feed matches the vibe and tone your gallery sets, Editor’s Note) is orange. In this case, I use the InShot app, which allows me to apply a filter to my videos and photos. Without overdoing it, other apps are also ideal for enhancing the look of your photo: VSCO, Snapseed or Facetune.
Focusing on details
“If you don’t dare to get your hair wet, you can draw attention to other details, for example, big glasses, an XXL bag or a swimsuit. shiny. When you are not very comfortable with your body, you make sure you avoid diving or squatting. A good compromise. an open kimono revealing a jersey.”
A bet on the vintage
“It’s very easy to give a vintage effect to your photos with a phone these days. But I always put a disposable camera (Kodak, Lomography, etc.) in my bag. The advantage of choosing these types of vintage cameras is that you extend your vacation a little longer because you still have to develop your photos. We draw on the spot with disposable products. The important thing. Always have it with you so you can draw it anytime. And avoid flash, it tends to harden the image. In general, it is better to prefer a natural photo without flash. Good to know for the most environmentally responsible. reusable cameras are available. A good alternative when you’re limiting your waste.
Source: Le Figaro
