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Get in close and focus on one aspect of a costume—in this case, the makeup.
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Whether photographing costumes, decorations, parties or Halloween parades, pick the most important
facet and zero in on it by moving in close. By doing this, you'll avoid a common photography error:
cluttered pictures with no discernable subject or not enough detail.
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You can also narrow the focus of your photos with colour. Try snapping a field of orange pumpkins, for
example.
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Add extra light inside pumpkins |
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To take pumpkin pictures that really shine, you need to let the light through-and add extra wattage.
Try these tips:
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Cut extra-large openings for eyes and big, jagged smiles.
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Use two or three candles inside the pumpkin. Or, place a flashlight in the pumpkin.
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Take photos at twilight |
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Use available light at dusk for dramatic effects.
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Plan to take pictures in the hour leading up to sundown. This time of day is ideal because there's still some
light in the sky, which means you can take pictures without a flash. Ideally, use a tripod during twilight hours.
Other ways to deal with low-light conditions include:
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Turn off auto-flash: Your camera's automatic flash will come on at night, but
for better results, turn it off and use a flashlight to illuminate spooky subjects from the side or below.
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Use the Night Portrait setting on your HP camera, which uses flash and a long exposure to avoid blurry results. Set your camera on a tripod for best results.
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Terrific trick or treat shots |
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If you're welcoming children to your door, work with a partner: Have one person open the door and greet the
kids while the other snaps away. When taking your kids trick-or-treating, position yourself so that you can
photograph them as they receive treats.
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Halloween photo party favors |
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Photos make excellent party favors. Whether you're hosting the Halloween party or attending one, have your
digital camera and a portable photo printer on hand. Get people to pose in costume or with props, and send
them home with instant photo memories of all the fun.
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Product recommendations |
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Find the right HP printer for you with the HP printer buying guide. See the full lineup of HP Photo printers.
A compact photo printer is perfect for Halloween parties.
See all HP compact photo printers.
Learn more |
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