As we dive into the
Check your weather app
Find out what time is sunset, and plan your photo session around it.
Use a wide aperture lens
By using a wide aperture, you can get a magical or dreamy look in your shots. I would suggest shooting between f/2 and f/5.6 to create some bokeh, and even get some natural light flares.
Get out in the light
Place your subject directly in the light, letting the sun hit their face. Golden hour is perfect for getting soft and rich skin tones.
Use the sun as backlight and use a reflector
Position your model with the sunlight hitting their back. This can create a lovely glow or rim light around your subject. Use a reflector to bounce the light onto your model and enhance the lighting even more.
Include some shadows
With the sunset creating beautiful shadows everywhere, catching some can make your photos really stand out. If you’re shooting outdoors, look for shadows around trees.
