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Photo Prompts for June

June brings Father’s Day, the official first day of summer, and many other opportunities to test out your photo skills. Do you need some inspiration? Check out the following photo prompts for June.

  1. Selfie (new month, new selfie)
  2. Nature
  3. Blue
  4. Sky
  5. Water
  6. Flower
  7. Shadows
  8. Up High
  9. Comfort
  10. Light
  11. Peace
  12. Happiness
  13. Shapes
  14. Flag Day (USA)
  15. Space
  16. Distance
  17. Love
  18. Low Light
  19. Warmth
  20. Animal
  21. Father’s Day
  22. Current View
  23. Food
  24. Beverage
  25. 3 pm
  26. Red
  27. Hats
  28. Morning
  29. Landscape
  30. Sunrise or sunset

Do not forget to take the time to share your photos.

May Photo Prompts

For many, May still brings stay-at-home requests and social distancing. Even with these mandates in place, you still can have fun with photos. Grab your cell phone or favorite camera to see the world through the lens. You may find your interpretations of the world around you completely fascinating. Do you need some photo prompts for inspiration? Check out the following list for May:

  1. Selfie (Start the month with a new selfie)
  2. Morning
  3. Paper
  4. Green
  5. Flowers
  6. Favorite View
  7. Reflection
  8. Smile
  9. Beverage
  10. Mother’s Day (US)
  11. Happy
  12. Grateful
  13. Black and White
  14. Up Close
  15. Clouds
  16. Green
  17. Shadows
  18. To the Right
  19. To the Left
  20. Shapes
  21. Meal
  22. Nature
  23. Shiny
  24. Down Low
  25. Memorial Day (US)
  26. Motion
  27. Weather
  28. Photo of Another Photo
  29. Group of 3
  30. Peace
  31. Stepping Through a Door

Hopefully, the May photo prompts will inspire you to post photos on social media. Or print the photos to hang on your wall.

October Photo Prompt Ideas

Leaves are changing, cooler weather is setting in, and Halloween is just around the corner. October is the perfect month of photos. Do you need some help on what to take? Try this list of 31 photo prompts for October.

  1. Selfie
  2. Leaves
  3. Crafty
  4. Nostalgic
  5. Decorative
  6. Up-close
  7. Witchy
  8. Meal
  9. Signs
  10. Harvest
  11. Pumpkins
  12. Fog
  13. Candy Corn
  14. Far Away
  15. Black and White
  16. Water
  17. Something Purple
  18. Spooky
  19. Sweet
  20. Snack
  21. Magical
  22. Current View
  23. Clouds
  24. Orange and Black
  25. Fall
  26. Sunset/Sunrise
  27. Nature
  28. Candy
  29. Cats (National Cat Day)
  30. Costume
  31. Happy Halloween!

Have fun. Take lots of photos and make memories.

 

September Photo Prompt Ideas

September marks the end of summer, the beginning of a new school year, and changes in weather. Enjoy the colorful fall season. Grab your camera and head outdoors to view summer’s transformation into fall.

Photo Prompts for September

  1. Selfie
  2. Labor Day
  3. Black and white
  4. Back to school
  5. High angle
  6. Beverage
  7. Water
  8. Sunset/sunrise
  9. Trees
  10. Words
  11. 9-11 Remembrance
  12. Shapes
  13. Something up close
  14. Feelings
  15. Shadows
  16. Red
  17. Food
  18. Collection
  19. Weather
  20. Current view
  21. Low angle
  22. Nature
  23. 1st day of Autumn
  24. Leaves
  25. Off-centered
  26. Toy
  27. Memories
  28. Apples
  29. Clouds
  30. Love

Enjoy fall. Take and print photos. Make a scrapbook. Have fun.

Celebrating World Photography Day

Did you know August 19th is World Photography Day? Starting with film and advancing to digital, cameras have been around for decades. A camera can catch a glimpse of reality before passing away into history. From haunting disasters to daily routines, every photo tells a story. 

Ways to Celebrate World Photography Day

Photography is your personal journey. Taking pictures is the best way to celebrate World Photography Day. Do not be afraid to show others your view of the world. 

Unplug from Your Computer

Unplug from your computer or other devices during your lunch hour, for the afternoon, or the entire day. Grab your camera or mobile phone and head out to take some pictures. Find your personal inspiration.

  • Go outdoors. 
  • Go for a nature walk. 
  • Take your dog for a hike. 
  • Enjoy the scenery.
  • Photograph a meal.
  • Set up a scene.
  • Photograph your family, pets, or friends.
  • Photograph from different angles.
  • Make your photo adventure a family activity.

Buy a Good Camera

If you enjoy taking pictures, consider investing in a high-quality camera. 

  • Do your research to find the right fit for you. 
  • Ask friends or family members for input.
  • When you go to purchase a new camera, ask questions. 
  • Hold the camera. 

Remember a camera is just a tool. True photography comes from your inspiration and personal viewpoint.

Learn the Rules

Photography has rules. Composition, exposure, balance, and lighting are just a few of the common areas. 

  • Take a class.
  • Attend a workshop.
  • Go to the library or local bookstore for photography books.
  • Join social media groups.

Break the Rules

Yes, photography has rules. Do not be afraid to break them. Every person views a subject differently. Your pictures are your own personal viewpoint. Let your personal inspiration shine through in your photo. 

When you get to caught up in the right way to take a photo, you miss out on the experience. Have fun. Photography is an art form, your art. Never let anyone diminish your art.

July Photo Prompts

Summer is now in full swing. Are you enjoying the warm summer days? Grab your camera and go outdoors. Try the following list of different July photo prompts for your inspiration.

31 Photo Prompts for July

  1. Selfie (A new month deserves a new selfie)
  2. Red, White, and Blue theme
  3. Fireworks
  4. Independence Day, USA theme
  5. Friday Fun
  6. Outside
  7. Relaxation
  8. Landscape/Waterscape
  9. Vivid
  10. Meal
  11. Beach/Lake/Pond/Water
  12. Wildlife
  13. Stuffed Animal
  14. Sunset/Sunrise
  15. Friendship
  16. Small
  17. Large
  18. Current View
  19. Cold Beverage
  20. Flowers
  21. Green
  22. Ice Cream
  23. Street
  24. Black and White
  25. Up-Close
  26. Signs
  27. Movement
  28. Music
  29. Clouds
  30. Summer Vibes
  31. Memories

Have fun with the July photo prompts. Get your family members or friends to join in. Create a tag or a social media page to share the photos with each other.

 

30 Picture Ideas for June

Long summer days are great for being outdoors. Enjoy the warmer weather by taking photos of your surroundings.

30 Photo Prompts for June

  1. Selfie
  2. Pet
  3. Landscape/Waterscape
  4. nature
  5. Current View
  6. Something Yellow
  7. Signs
  8. Best Friends
  9. Seashells or Beach Sites
  10. Iced Tea or Other Refreshing Beverage
  11. Down Low
  12. Up High
  13. Favorite Snack
  14. Flag (Flag Day in the U.S. is today)
  15. Clouds
  16. Father’s Day Inspiration
  17. Something Green
  18. Memory
  19. Oreos
  20. Ice Cream or Other Frozen Treat
  21. Summer
  22. Strawberries or Other Fruit
  23. Flowers
  24. Garden
  25. Water
  26. Sunglasses
  27. Weather
  28. Something Blue
  29. Street View
  30. Skyline

June is a wonderful start of the summer months. Take pictures, print them, share online, or make a scrapbook.

Photo Prompt Ideas for April

After a long winter, April generally brings warmer weather. Unfortunately, with the changing temperatures, rain is often in the forecast. Just remember the old saying, April showers bring May flowers.

  1. Selfie (Always begin each new month with a selfie. For added fun, do something foolish. After all, it is April Fool’s Day).
  2. Peanut butter and jelly
  3. Sunrise/Sunset
  4. Flowers
  5. Breakfast
  6. Noon
  7. Pink
  8. Umbrella
  9. Favorite food
  10. Trees
  11. View from far away
  12. View from up close
  13. Memory
  14. Relaxing
  15. Monday inspiration
  16. Favorite beverage
  17. Easter decorations
  18. Easter bunny
  19. Your view on Good Friday
  20. Easter eggs
  21. Easter fun
  22. Earth Day inspiration
  23. Black and white
  24. Action
  25. Texture
  26. Friday fun
  27. Nature
  28. Landscape/waterscape
  29. Siloutte
  30. Looking forward to May

30 days are in the month of April. Each day is a chance to tap into your creative side. Use the photo prompts to explore the world around you.

 

March Photo Prompt Ideas

March brings St. Patrick’s Day, the first day of spring, and warmer weather for northern regions. Documenting your month in pictures is a fun project to share with friends and family. Do not let your photo inspirations set unseen in your phone or camera card, print them. Make a scrapbook and enjoy your outlook on life for the month of March.

Photo Ideas for March

  1. Selfie (always start the month with a new selfie)
  2. Current view
  3. Closet object
  4. Trees
  5. Community view
  6. Relaxation
  7. Current mood
  8. Messy
  9. Something up close
  10. Light
  11. Happy place
  12. Food
  13. Weather
  14. Creativity
  15. Something green
  16. Shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, or a pot of gold
  17. St. Patrick’s Day fun
  18. Friendship
  19. Outside
  20. Spring
  21. Flowers
  22. Yellow
  23. Pet or wild animal
  24. Sunset or sunrise
  25. Something far away
  26. Skyscape or waterscape
  27. Favorite snack
  28. What’s currently out your window?
  29. Friday night fun
  30. Nostalgia or favorite memory
  31. Favorite color

Have fun with March’s photo ideas. Create a personalized hashtag to share with friend and family. Or consider making a group on social media for everyone to share individual photo inspirations for the month.

February Photo Prompt Inspiration

Are you ready for the shortest month in the year? February brings Valentine’s Day, the Super Bowl and much more. Enjoy the month by making memories. Take pictures. Gather inspiration. And, simply enjoy.

February Photo Prompts

  1. Selfie
  2. Outside your window
  3. Something small
  4. Landscape or skyscape
  5. Pet or animal
  6. Warm drink
  7. Favorite romance
  8. Flowers
  9. Love
  10. Something fuzzy
  11. Valentine’s Day or other sweet treats
  12. Red/pinks
  13. Hearts
  14. Valentine’s Day fun
  15. Sign or symbol
  16. Stuffed animal or toy
  17. Favorite meal of the day
  18. Patterns
  19. Low view
  20. Snack or special treat
  21. Water
  22. Something blue
  23. High view
  24. Birds
  25. Sunrise or sunset
  26. Clouds
  27. Happiness
  28. Dream