Reflection And Photography

Reflection photography, also known as mirror photography is the use of reflective surfaces to create artistic images.

- Souradeep Roy

What is reflection photography?

Reflection photography, also known as mirror photography is the use of reflective surfaces to create artistic images. This kind of photography changes the perspective to create beautiful and confusing images. Reflective surfaces can be anything from glass buildings to rivers, lakes, ponds or even a puddle after a rain. There are less traditional reflective surfaces as well like metal, mirrors or any shiny surface really. Let’s see how we can create some stunning photographs with reflection..

Scout out the right location

While water is the most commonly used reflective surface, you can scout for other locations as well. After a spell of rain, one can find reflection on the streets and if used well, can lead to lovely images. You can look for mirrors in road side hair salons, or glass windows on shops etc. Selecting the right location is key to a good photograph.

Selecting a subject

This is extremely important as well. Once you have located an area or a frame which might look interesting using reflection, choose a subject. The subject needs to be interesting as well. So that the viewer, even in the confusion might be able to concentrate on the subject itself. It can be anything living or non-living.

Use the right equipment