How To Keep A List of Shooting Locations
Location scouting is fun and sometimes unexpected. There are times when I would see a beautiful location, but would then completely forget about it. Whenever I travel - be it a 10-minute or a 5-hours ride - I always try to keep my eyes open (except on curvy roads; it makes my stomach lurch!). Outside of a car window is a vast new world passing by and if you’re looking for locations, you might as well find some interesting ones. I use a few different methods to keep a list of locations for future reference:
GOOGLE MAPS I love using the Google Maps app on my smartphone! With only an add to bookmarks click you’ve got your awesome location pinned down for future reference. Not only you can find the EXACT spot next time, you can as well add a name to it. I like to keep things simple and straightforward, like: ‘’Cool ruins for fashion shoot’’ ‘’Tall trees! Come in fall’’ ‘’Yellow flowers - spring’’
MICROSOFT'S ONENOTE OneNote is my go-to for everything I need to organize and remember, from my hairdresser's working hours to my dentist's phone number. The app (that works both online, on your PC and on your smartphone with an easy way to sync these devices) lets you create notebooks where you can keep everything you need. It's great for keeping a list of locations with photos and a short caption (the time of year, brainstorming ideas and color schemes that could work well!).
PINTEREST IS OUR QUEEN When I first got on Pinterest, I had to idea what I could use it for besides looking at pretty Scandinavian interiors and delicious desert recipes. Only a while back I've figured I could use Pinterest's secret boards to create moodboards for my shoots! I love having an idea in my mind and collecting various visual references and locations play an important role in my work. Once I'm all set and done with my moodboard, I send an invite link to my models/team and show them what I've got in mind for our shoot.
Do you keep any lists? What works best for you?
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Hi! I'm Isabella and I'm a photographer, blogger and applied arts graduate. I love spending my time creatively, or watching movies, drinking tea, playing with my cats and hanging out with friends.
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