Top tips for stunning Jubilee photos
Those great guys at Nikon have released a handy map to ensure you get the best snaps of the Thames River pageant this Jubilee weekend. According to research commissioned by Nikon COOLPIX, a cool 332 million (!) pictures will be taken of the festivities - more than last year’s Royal Wedding! - so check out the map HERE and also take a note of shooting tips from veteran Royal photographer Arthur Edwards, just below:
- Get there early and make sure you’re in position.
- If you don’t get your pictures, you don’t get your memories. Make sure your camera is fully charged and keep it in your hand ready to take a shot as soon as you spot something.
- Make use of the whole long weekend. The great thing about the Jubilee is that we’re talking about four days of photo opportunities. Get ready to snap street parties, people dressed up, Union Jack flags popping up all over the place, and some typically British pomp and ceremony.
- Don’t be frightened to ask people to move to the left or right so that you can get a clearer view of proceedings.
- Also don’t be afraid to ask people to pose: if they’ve dressed up, chances are they’ll love the attention!
- Try taking some video clips: music plays a large part in the Jubilee events, so try capturing the entire experience.
- Try and get a picture of the Queen. She is the only reigning monarch in living memory for most people in this country, and the Jubilee events mark a tremendous achievement. Even more than that, a picture of our smiling Queen is truly inspirational: I always think if she is smiling, everything’s alright with the world.
- Don’t forget to take some crowd shots and pictures of all the venues, and get a picture of yourself there!
- If it rains, don’t let it put you off. Rest assured that the Queen will wear a vivid colour to stand out from dreary weather, and she uses a clear umbrella so that spectators can still see her.
