If you’re used to taking light-hearted, happy photos, this is one of the few times of the year that you can shoot horror pictures and no one will think it odd. Get creative by using creepy costumes and props or just take pictures of the most beautiful decorations around your neighbourhood. Take inspiration from these fun Halloween photo ideas to get you started on your Halloween photography.
Halloween Pictures Inspiration
The following ideas can be used anywhere, even if Halloween celebrations vary depending on your location. You can use the images to inspire a Halloween-themed photo shoot, even if you don’t live in a country that celebrates it. It’s an excuse to do something different!
Create a photo of a still-life.
As with Christmas, there are many decorations for Halloween, including skeletons and spiderwebs. Halloween is not only about special drinks and candies, but also a variety of subjects that you can use to create spooky still-life photos.
Theo Crazzolara – Pumpkin Spice
Photograph seasonal decor.
You can still decorate your town or neighborhood with harvest decorations if you don’t see any Halloween decorations. These decorations are less frightening, but they still go back to Halloween’s pagan origins, which celebrate the harvest season and the start of winter. These decorations capture the spirit of Halloween without the zombies or ghosts.
Steve Stanger Autumn at Allaire
Photograph a black cat, crow or spider.
These ominous objects have the same Halloween feel as pumpkins without any of the decor. Use them to create a spooky scene or take a close-up. It doesn’t even matter where you are! At least one of the three topics is likely to be taught in your locality.
Create a moody picture.
It’s not necessary to use any Halloween props in order to make a great image. Take a picture of yourself looking foreboding. If you want to make a portrait that is moody, then use black and white. You don’t need any special effects or props.
Federica Giordano- Other Side When directing subjects to pose for a scary Halloween portrait, match the expression and posture of your subject with the mood. If you want to create a serious or frightening image, don’t use a smiley face.
Capture a cool costume.
Costumes are a big part of Halloween for some. Halloween is a good excuse to try on clothing and make-up you wouldn’t normally wear. You can still play around with costumes even if you aren’t going to an actual costume party.
James Drury, the Dead Dancer
Create a creepy photo.
It’s a great time to experiment with conceptual photography. Halloween is a great time to explore creepy settings and subjects that you would not normally consider. You might not be interested in a portfolio full of horrifying images (or wouldn’t you?) It can be fun for you to play around with the horror genre and step out of your comfort zone.
Yane Naumoski Sinister Days (#1) The Slasher
Shoot in low-light conditions.
You can still celebrate Halloween even if you don’t care about scary pictures or decorations. Just shoot in the darkness. Darkness is an important part of Halloween. You can take night photos in any location, whether you are in the city or out at the edge of the wilderness.
Victoria Pickering Dark Dolls for Halloween