Unlike other types of photography which involve specific poses, lighting, etc., lifestyle photography can encompass many different areas. This includes family photography, travel photography, food photography, fashion photography, documentary photography, and so much more. The biggest differences between all of these types of photography is the subject matter, and the purpose of the photographs.
Family photography captures those everyday moments that you want to carry with you for a lifetime. Travel photography offers a chance to document your personal travel experience, along with the adventures you will be having while on vacation. Food photography highlights not only the beauty of food, but also the artistry. Fashion photography places an emphasis on clothing and accessories to make you look absolutely fabulous. Documentary photography is just as it sounds, photos that tell a story.
Studio photography involves working in a controlled environment, using a variety of backdrops and professional lighting. Lifestyle photography, on the other hand, tends to happen in natural settings, including homes, parks, streets, beaches, and other interesting areas. Still-life photography involves working on bringing inanimate objects to life, whereas lifestyle photography captures the life you are already living, with you, the client, feeling at ease in your natural environment.
There is one huge difference between lifestyle photography and portrait photography, and that is the fact that lifestyle photography is candid and natural. Portrait photography generally happens in the studio.
While portrait photography is fantastic for formal purposes, such as family portraits or business headshots, lifestyle photography is much more personal. It captures the moments you want to remember.
Tell your story through lifestyle photography
When it comes to posing for lifestyle photography, I like to tell my clients that the best poses involve posing without actually posing. Lifestyle photography is about lifestyles, and I believe that the photos should look natural.
It isn’t difficult to tell when people are posing for photos, and those photos can be highly predictable. Photos where people are acting naturally, on the other hand, are much more interesting to look at, and when my clients look back on those photos, they are greeted with happy memories of that period of their lives. What could be more rewarding for a photographer, and more cherished by clients than that?
Having said that, I do have some tips for clients that will ensure their photos will be as amazing as they are. For instance, it is wise to wear clothing that will match the setting. If the photos are being taken at a beach or park, the clothing should be light and flowy.
I always advise my clients to relax and be natural for lifestyle photos. Remember, the whole idea of this type of photography is to capture those natural moments, not to look stiff and perfect. You can look absolutely fantastic without looking unnatural.
Don’t worry. I will guide you throughout the session to ensure that the poses are natural, and you will look amazing. If we work together, you can be sure that you will have some amazing memories to cherish for a lifetime. To learn more about how I can help you capture the best memories of your life, please fill out the contact form today so we can begin this memorable journey together.
