Why You Shouldn’t Shoot During the Golden Hour (+ Free Cheat Sheet 📝)

Hey photographers, here is something you'll find useful to improve your landscape shots... [Home]( Hey, Golden hour – the period shortly after sunrise or before sunset – is often praised for its perfect light to capture stunning photos. While it does offer a unique, warm glow, it's not the be-all and end-all. Here are some compelling reasons to rethink this “golden rule”: 1. Tricky Lighting: The contrast between light and shadow can be tricky to manage, sometimes resulting in overexposed highlights or underexposed shadows. 2. The Clock's Ticking: Golden hour is short. You're racing against the clock to get that perfect shot, and sometimes you might rush and mess it up. 3. Been There, Done That: The popularity of golden hour makes it challenging to create standout, original work. 4. Color Overload: The orange and yellow hues are cool, but they can drown out other colors in your shot. 5. Weather Woes: What if it's cloudy or rainy? There goes your perfect golden hour shot. 6. Other Times Rock Too: Don't forget about other times of the day, or even nighttime. Ever tried capturing a landscape with a full moon or a crystal-clear blue sky at noon? It's a whole different vibe, and sometimes even cooler than golden hour. Bottom line, don't limit yourself to the golden hour. Try shooting at different times and in different lighting to really make your photos pop. You might find that the real "golden" shots come when you break the rules. A checklist can be a great way to remind you of all the points that you need to consider to get the perfect shot and not miss a photo opportunity. To help you capture perfect landscapes, here’s a free [landscape photography checklist]( that’s guaranteed to serve you well when you’re out photographing. [Get your free cheat sheet here]( It also comes with a bonus five-day landscape photography email series that will really take your landscape photography to the next level, guaranteed. Have a creative day ✌️ Cheers, Brett         [ Want a quick way to learn the basics of photography? Grab our best-selling collection of cheat sheets: [The Snap Cards]( If you missed out on your set last time, they’re available again and on-sale right now. Plus there's a sweet bonus that expires at midnight. Don't miss out! [Download Here →]( Thank you for supporting Photzy! We're so glad you're here. Our mission is to help you explore your creative side, through photography. As a small community-led team, email is a crucial way for us to keep in touch. We regularly send out free tutorials, photo tips, inspiration, and store discounts. Never want to hear from us again? Break our lil hearts and [unsubscribe](. Or tell us how we can improve [here](mailto:cservice@photzy.com?subject=Feedback%20on%20your%20email). [Made with ♥ at Level 2 11 York St Sydney Australia]( Copyright © 2012 – 2023 Photzy Pty Ltd. [All Access Pass]( | [Free Quiz]( | [Advertise](