I am lucky to be a photographer based in the Coronado/San Diego area for many reasons. The main reason being, we don’t experience the type of extreme weather conditions which cancel photo shoots. A drenching rainstorm necessitates rescheduling, but otherwise it’s often clear. Sometimes clients do call ahead on darker, overcast days to check in and ask about the weather. So, here’s a quick post in response to the question of whether good family photos can be achieved when the sun has gone into hiding. The answer is yes! The sky may be less colorful on a cloudy day, however other colors (white shirts, blue jeans) appear more vivid. The softer light can be very flattering and it means no squinting when posing for pictures. The following photos are examples of portraits taken on cloudy days. Read more »
