Rain on event day - we've all been there. Whether the outdoor event moves indoors or you find yourself shooting with an umbrella in one hand, rainy weather definitely raises the photography difficulty level.
In this article, we'll share tips for capturing great event photos even on rainy days.
Protecting Your Smartphone from Water
First and foremost, protect your phone from water. Even waterproof smartphones produce blurry photos when water droplets get on the lens.
- A zip-lock plastic bag lets you shoot while keeping your phone dry (touchscreen still works)
- Make a habit of wiping the lens with a dry cloth before each shot
- A neck strap makes it easier to shoot one-handed while holding an umbrella
- Dry your hands thoroughly before handling your phone
Embrace the Rainy-Day Atmosphere
Rain might seem like bad luck, but it actually creates plenty of photogenic scenes.
Rainy-Day Photo Subjects
- A colorful array of umbrellas lined up together
- Reflections in puddles
- Rain-soaked flowers and greenery that pop with vibrant color
- Indoor scenes shot through rain-streaked windows
Tips for Shooting When Events Move Indoors
Events often relocate indoors due to rain. Keep these indoor photography tips in mind.
- Use natural light from windows (fluorescent lighting alone can make skin tones look off)
- Take some wide-angle shots that capture the overall venue atmosphere
- Use Night Mode or exposure compensation in darker indoor spaces
- In crowded rooms, shoot from a slightly elevated position to capture everyone
Sharing Photos from Rainy Events
On rainy days, everyone has extra baggage and sending photos via LINE becomes a hassle. With PicTomo, just scan a QR code and you can upload photos to the album on the spot. You can also batch upload once you've folded up your umbrella and caught your breath.
Summary
Don't put your camera away just because it's raining. Take proper precautions against water damage and approach the shoot with a mindset to enjoy the rain-unique scenes. Rainy-day event photos create distinctly memorable keepsakes that are quite different from sunny-day shots.