There’s something magical about capturing the perfect snowy day! But, that magic can quickly fade when you realize your photos have turned out lackluster and with average lighting that you can’t easily fix in post production.

Let’s explore some winter photography tips and tricks in these three fun guides! Photographing in the snow is all about contrasting colors against the snow, and understanding the lighting requirements to capture what your eye can see on the other side of the lens. Let’s begin!

1. Capturing Great Photos in the Snow

Even if you live in a warm climate, you’ve probably been to the mountains skiing or something similar, right? If not, we are sure you may have the opportunity to do so one day – and we want to make sure you’re prepared and ready to take on that photography challenge of photographing in the snow. Snowy conditions present a lot of challenges. Primarily, you’ll find issues with exposure and color balance. Check out this free quick guide on how to capture your best snow photos here.

2. How to Create Magical Winter Landscapes

We’ve all seen some incredible winter landscapes. You know, those otherworldly shots where the clouds and sky are a beautiful gradient, with the snow just right, and the subtle bluish tones send a chill down your spine. Or, maybe it’s a photo featuring a cabin at the end of a row of pine trees with bows covered by an impossible amount of fluffy snow. Capturing the magic that we see with our eyes is challenging for a landscape photographer. Here’s a great place to start with this guide on creating magical winter landscapes. Read it here.

3. Photographing Snowflakes

Would you like to create macro shots just like this? They’re pretty cool! We all know macro photography is challenging. But, what about photographing a snowflake? Sounds even more challenging and with a time limit (you don’t want them to melt before you get your shot!). Well today, we want to introduce you to an entirely new skillset. Author and photographer Leanne Cleaveley has mastered the craft of snowflake photography. Read this informative and entertaining guide here.

Extra Reading

If you want more fun and creative ideas to try this season, then check out these informative Making the Ordinary Extraordinary Case Studies here. Learn through 5 different case studies covering topics like limiting light, changing perspective and using texture. These case studies are sure to get your creative juices flowing – so if you’re interested in learning more, click here.