Theme parks have captivated the imaginations of children and adults alike for generations. There’s something about the game booths, whirling rides, and carnival food that lends an atmosphere to the theme park that can’t be reproduced elsewhere. Children can run into real life costumed versions of their TV heroes, and older visitors have the opportunity to spend the day riding roller coasters. It’s a special time for everyone, and one that’s full of opportunities for memorable photos.
What To Photograph
You should definitely be keeping an eye out for great photo ops of your children. There are so many wonderfully decorated booths, stores, and alleys that your children will usually have a good backdrop somewhere close by. Try letting them get a little ahead when they see something exciting, and get a shot from behind, or try to time it so that they’re looking back towards you when you take the photo.
Keep a sharp eye out for their costumed cartoon characters, as they tend to get mobbed quickly. Don’t try to get a picture in when there are children and other parents running around in your shot.
And remember to do your best to keep the camera low and at your child’s eye level. Take a knee if you have to in order to get the best shot you can.
Rides
If you are trying to get some good shots of a particular roller coaster or ride, remember to take your time. You might end up needing to wait for a while until you get the shot you’re looking for.
Also remember to obey all the warnings and stay on the right side of the fence. It sounds obvious, but sadly it has to be said. You aren’t invincible, and the fences are there for a reason. Try shooting through them if they’re chain link.
Reaction Shots
Head over to the water rides if you want to get some really good reaction shots. There’s nothing like a splash of water to elicit a great reaction on your family members’ faces.
Landscapes
Don’t forget the landscape. Like we said before, many theme parks have buildings or landscapes that you just don’t see anywhere else. The entrance to a funhouse or an old carousel can make for very interesting photographs if you wait until the evening when the light softens.
And speaking of lighting, waiting until it gets dark can provide you with some incredible shots. The rides have to stay lit in order to keep running, so play around with your exposures and see if you can find a few that you like.
Remember, taking photos at the theme park is fun, but don’t forget to put the camera down sometimes. You’ll end up taking more photos than you keep, and there’s no reason to miss out on your child meeting Goofy because you were worried about the perfect shot.
You’ll leave the theme park with plenty of fantastic photos, so why not create a playlist and display them on your entire family’s Nixplay WiFi Cloud Frames?
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