Festivals are a time to make memories, and Holi 2024 is going to be one such grand occasion: India will celebrate the festival on March 25 this year. In order to keep these memories captured with you through your lifetime and beyond, it is extremely necessary to plan and implement a photoshoot.
The festival of colours
Among friends
Happy family
The Kala Chashma look
Of little joys!
Eco-friendly!
Coming together
The close up
All decked up
The good life
Be you!
Hand-some memories
The delicacies
The umbrella effect
Foot-loose
Highlighting contrast
Tips for Holi 2024 photoshoot
Protect your camera equipment: Use a protective cover or a rain sleeve to shield your camera and lens from water and colored powder.
Choose the right camera settings: Opt for a fast shutter speed to freeze motion and capture candid moments without blur. A shutter speed of at least 1/500th of a second is recommended. Use a wide aperture (low f-number) to achieve a shallow depth of field, allowing your subject to stand out against the colorful background.
Use a telephoto lens: A telephoto lens will allow you to capture candid moments from a distance without intruding on the festivities. It also helps compress the background, making the colours pop.
Shoot in burst mode: Capture the dynamic and fast-paced moments of Holi by using burst mode. This ensures you don’t miss out on the perfect shot amid the chaos.
Focus on expressions: Holi is a festival of joy and vibrant emotions. Capture the expressions of people as they play with colours, share laughter and enjoy the festivities.
Utilize natural light: Holi is a daytime festival. Make the most of natural light. Avoid using a flash to maintain the vibrant and natural feel of the photos.
Capture group dynamics: Holi is celebrated in groups. Capture the interactions, camaraderie and group dynamics. These shots can be visually appealing and tell a story of togetherness.
Get close and low: To capture the energy and intimacy of the celebration, get close to the action and shoot from a low angle. This can make your photos more immersive and dynamic.
Post-processing: Enhance the vibrancy of colours in post-processing but try to keep the editing natural. Adjust contrast, saturation and sharpness to bring out the best in your Holi photos.
No old clothes: Don’t play Holi wearing old clothes. Astrology experts advise against it.
No using last years leftover colours: Dispose of last year’s colour is still lying around. Using them can be extremely harmful for your skin.
Go natural: One can’t over-stress on this one: Play Holi only with home-made natural colours. This is good for you as well as the environment.
