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It takes time and practice to become a good photographer. Yet you might think it’s difficult to sharpen up those skills when you\u2019re stuck at home or unable to travel. But being a skilled photographer doesn\u2019t mean you need to travel far and wide. We\u2019ve pulled together the best home photography ideas so you can hone those skills from the comforts of your own home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These simple home photography ideas will help you refine your photography skills like a pro. Better yet, though, they will help you unleash your creativity and see that you can shoot fantastic photos wherever you are!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on for our top home photography ideas. All you need to do is free a couple of hours out of your afternoon, whip out your camera, and get creative! For most of these ideas, it\u2019s best to use a DSLR so you can have more control and you have the ability to change the settings and get that perfect shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Play with Fire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fire is one of those mesmerising wonders that has fascinated mankind from the beginning of time. So, there\u2019s no wonder, then, that it makes such a compelling photography subject. For obvious reasons, you need to be careful when photographing fire! Be sure to check fire regulations in your local area before you start. Avoid starting fires outside near dry grass or foliage, and be sure to have water or a fire extinguisher nearby if you\u2019re starting a fire in a drum or container!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the safety measures out of the way, you can start experimenting! Inside, start by experimenting with candles, sparklers or lighters in a controlled environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To capture as much detail as possible in your fire photos, use a narrow aperture, like f\/8. However, if you want to include other subjects in your photo, just increase your ISO to include more light in your image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re photographing fire, you don\u2019t want to get too close! Use a zoom lens to capture details without putting you (and your camera) at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Experiment with Soap Bubbles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another fun (and safe) home photography idea is bubbles! Soap bubbles can provide endless fun and are simple enough to photograph if you can enlist a few little helpers to help you create bubble magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First up, create a strong soap bubble solution so your bubbles don\u2019t break before you have a chance to shoot them. Next, you\u2019ll want to use a macro lens for your bubble photography so you can get in nice and close to the bubbles and capture all the fine details, like the light hitting the bubble. You can also use a telephoto lens or just use your standard lens at the maximum focal lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use a small aperture between f\/11 and f\/16. Time is also important when you\u2019re shooting bubbles, as they can pop quickly. Therefore, you\u2019ll need a relatively fast shutter speed, such as 1\/250. If your shutter speed is too slow, any movement in the bubble will also be captured as a blur. As for ISO, try somewhere between 100 and 200, and stick closer to 100 if your light is brighter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Try Mesmerising Dye Drops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are so many interesting home photography ideas you can play around with water when it comes to using water. While you can play with water drops in a glass of water, food dye in water is much more fun! All you need is a glass of water or a small fish tank, food colouring, and your camera!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this one, you\u2019ll either need someone to help or you can use a remote to operate the camera. From there, simply use a syringe or dropper to slowly drop food colouring into the water. The way the colour slowly sinks into the water in intricate patterns is truly mesmerising! For a different effect, you could also try using clothing dye or acrylic paint, and mix different colours for a beautiful photo. For lighting, you can experiment with using a flash or using LED lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Play with Shadows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Use ordinary objects like a vase of flowers or glasses to create and play with shadows. Use the sun as a source of light or play with artificial lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can even play with shadows from people. If you have a willing model around, experiment with their profile and get them to create shapes using their hands or their body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Use Fairy Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fairy lights don\u2019t just look good in Christmas photos! They are mobile and cast a magical glow in your photos! They\u2019re also easy to move around, especially the battery-operated lights. You can place them in a jar, wrap them around someone\u2019s neck, or use them to decorate. For the best results, use a wide aperture, like f1\/2-1.8.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Spread some glitter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like fairy lights, there’s something magical about glitter \u2013 as long as you don\u2019t spill it everywhere! If you can learn how to photograph glitter well and experiment with the light hitting the glitter in just the right way, you can create some beautiful photographs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Glitter portraits are beautiful. Get your subject to play around with throwing glitter in the air just in front of them \u2013 ideally outside! Capture the way it lands on their face, hair, or hands. You don\u2019t necessarily need a model, though. Experiment with glitter falling out of the jar, sprinkled on unlikely objects to create an interesting juxtaposition, or throw it in the air and see what fantastic shots you can capture!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Again, you\u2019ll have to use a fast shutter speed for this one, especially if you\u2019re doing action shots. Remember to shoot at a lower ISO to reduce noise, otherwise, this can make the glitter look especially terrible on camera. And be sure to protect your camera from the glitter, or it can be almost impossible to remove it from all the nooks and crannies of your camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Neon Paint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to achieve a cool look with night photography, why not experiment with neon paint? Neon paint can provide endless hours of entertainment, but you will need a UV flashlight (and a helper or two!) to bring the look to life. Or, you can use an affordable UV light from Amazon<\/a> if you want to capture a larger subject or if you have intricate neon patterns that you\u2019d like to capture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simply apply neon paint to your skin (or your subjects), or apply it to an object like a wall, fabric, or whatever you like. Then turn on the UV lights and shoot! The most difficult part will be shooting in low light. To make it easier, use a tripod, a long exposure time, high ISO and a wide aperture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Try Bokeh Photography<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wondering what bokeh photography is? Bokeh simply involves taking a subject and making it a little blurry while the subject is in focus. It is often used when photographing portraits in the city in front of neon lights, or cars against a blurred background to give the impression of movement and speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To perfect bokeh photography at home, you can experiment with lights or candles. To start off with try using objects, such as a glass of champagne in front of lights. Use a large aperture \u2013 so, in other words, the smallest f-number on your camera, such as f\/4. Use a fast shutter speed at a setting of 1\/60 seconds and faster\u00a0for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re out and about (or you\u2019d just prefer to cheat) you can mimic the bokeh effect with an iPhone that has a dual lens. Simply use your iPhone\u2019s \u201cPortrait\u201d mode, and hit the \u201cf” button in the top right corner of your camera screen. Change the aperture to the lowest setting and shoot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Photograph Water Droplets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can watch endless hours go by photographing water. Here are our top home photography ideas for shooting water droplets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n