Looking for creative ideas

4 years 2 months ago #674677 by Pavijoki
Looking for creative ideas for photographing a group of 12 3rd grade students (no teachers). It must be a vertical composition. All I've come up with so far is using a ladder. Anyone have other suggestions?


,
4 years 2 months ago #674744 by effron
My wife teaches second grade, and every year she shoots (pics) of the kids and just has them stand there and smile. She uses her phone camera and I process and print them. They always turn out great!
Don't complicate it.

Why so serious?
Photo Comments
,
4 years 2 months ago #674753 by icepics
I agree, keep it simple. I doubt I'd bother to get a ladder for a group that size. You could just do two rows with shorter kids in the front, taller in back. Or I guess maybe three rows with the front row seated on the floor, maybe the middle row kneeling?

However you have them line up, check and make sure you can see every one of those 12 little faces before taking pictures. You could maybe do more than one grouping if there's time.

Think about the background, go early and figure out where to set up, make sure trash cans and other visually distracting objects are moved out of view. If you're in a gym make sure lines and signs are straight or out of view.

Sharon
Photo Comments
The following user(s) said Thank You: KCook
,
4 years 2 months ago #674805 by Pavijoki
Ummm, thanks for the responses, but that's really not what I was asking. I have been a professional school photographer for 25 years. I specifically need ideas for something CREATIVE and VERTICAL.


,

817.3K

241K

  • Facebook

    817,251 / Likes

  • Twitter

    241,000 / Followers

  • Google+

    1,620,816 / Followers

Latest Reviews

Nikon’s retro-looking Nikon Zfc is anything but retro. Under its classic body is a host of features and amenities that make it a worthwhile compact mirrorless camera for 2024.

Apr 15, 2024

The Canon EOS R50 is one of the newest R-system cameras from Canon. Is it worth your money? Find out all the details you need to know in this comprehensive review.

Apr 10, 2024

The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is Sony’s flagship mirrorless zoom lens. As such, it’s loaded with features and has a top-shelf build quality that makes it a top pick!

Mar 27, 2024

The Leica SL2-S is an attractive, premium mirrorless camera with photo and video specs that are sure to impress. And with the legendary Leica name, you know this camera exudes quality!

Mar 26, 2024

Forum Top Posters

Latest Articles

Nikon’s retro-looking Nikon Zfc is anything but retro. Under its classic body is a host of features and amenities that make it a worthwhile compact mirrorless camera for 2024.

Apr 15, 2024

Moving from taking snapshots of your dog to creating beautiful images doesn’t have to be that difficult! Use the tips outlined in this dog photography guide, and you’ll get better results in no time.

Apr 15, 2024

Acrylic print photos are a beautiful way to display your favorite images. But they don’t come without some questions. Get all the answers you need about this medium in this guide!

Apr 15, 2024

Where do you get your landscape photography inspiration? Is it from masters like Ansel Adams? Or perhaps viewing art from other genres? We’ve got these and a few other sources for you to check out!

Apr 10, 2024

The Canon EOS R50 is one of the newest R-system cameras from Canon. Is it worth your money? Find out all the details you need to know in this comprehensive review.

Apr 10, 2024

Too often, affordable online printing companies don’t meet your expectations of what a print should look like. But there are some choices that combine affordability with superb quality!

Apr 09, 2024

Self-critique is an important component of your journey to improving as a photographer. Use these simple tips about critiquing your work as a means to make faster progress with your art.

Apr 08, 2024

With these easy iPhone photography tips, you can maximize the functionality of your iPhone’s camera and get much-improved results for portraits, landscapes, and any other genre!

Apr 05, 2024