Have you ever began planning your Halloween photoshoots?

Have you ever began planning your Halloween photoshoots? I imply critically planning. I do know it’s solely mid-summer or winter (relying on the place you reside), however October goes to return round in a short time. Relying on what you’re planning on taking pictures, possibly it’s time to collect your staff and begin planning.

Inspiration

Seize a number of pals, or your traditional crew and have a number of conversations over a espresso (or wine) and begin to map out what you wish to do. I’ve simply accomplished this with my artistic groups … and I’ve three! Because of you-know-what I’ve not had a correct Halloween-themed shoot in a number of years. So imagine me, we’re all SUPER eager. I’m not going to present away all my secrets and techniques, however we’ve received a few movie-inspired themes, some comedian characters, and basic Halloween stuff. I imply actually something goes, proper?

• Films: Assume “Ghostbusters,” “It,” “The Addams Household” or different fan favorites
• Comics: There are such a lot of DC and Marvel characters floating round lately; there’s an countless provide there
• Customary Halloween: Pirates, witches, ghosts, astronauts …

Planning

Work out dates that work for everybody. Determine within the studio or on location. In case you are taking pictures on-location, decide different dates, simply to be protected. Arrange a day journey to supply places. Work out who must be the place and when.

Who’s your mannequin/character, and who’s doing hair and make-up? Is there something particular required to make the shoot work? What about gear, lighting, and many others.?

Costumes, props and drops

What costumes, props and backdrops are required to make your shoot subsequent to good? Do you or a member of your staff already personal it, or does it must be borrowed, rented or purchased? Can any costumes, be made, altered or reused from earlier shoots. My tulle skirts are sensible for that, combine and match colors. Paired with assorted corsets and tops. Hit thrift shops and discover artistic alternate options.

Want extra inspiration?

Take a look at a few of these posts on Halloween shoots:

Simply because October is a number of months away, doesn’t imply you’ll be able to’t have enjoyable planning some spooky Halloween photoshoots!