You simply cannot do without inflatable furniture if you decide to have a cool pool party or just a spectacular photo shoot! We have a selection of the most beautiful flamingos, pineapples, bananas and swans, with which you will get a wow photo for Instagram!

With renewed vigor, the trend for feathered inflatable pool furniture emerged in 2007: one of the largest American companies for the production of decorative swimming pool mattresses, Swimline, released a giant proud swan. The toy tore all of Hollywood! During the year, more than 50 thousand inflatable swans were sold, which became symbols of a crazy pool party and a sultry photo shoot by the pool.

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Calvin Harris and Taylor Swift

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Of course, the inflatable 6-meter swan owes its mega-popularity and trend status to the celebrities who fell in love with this cozy cutie and bought a couple of his fellows for their home and began to upload photos without exception riding on this wonderful mattress. , Taylor Swift, Doutzen Kroes, and other eminent beauties showed off their figures in swimsuits in the company of this particular inflatable swan from Swimline. Well, it's not surprising that this 50 dollar pernach was sold out from the company like hot whites on delivery.

As you know: there is a demand - there is a supply. To make the inflatable swan not bored, and you get the right to choose and even more likes under your photos in a bikini, other winged and tailed ones were immediately invented and released. Legendary yellow ducks, black and pink swans, flamingos, parrots, peacocks, and other animals in the form of inflatable dolphins, turtles, cows, and even dragons and unicorns! A trend is a trend. In addition, you can diversify your party with a fruit and vegetable theme in the form of inflatable bananas, pineapples, watermelons, cucumbers, tomatoes and ... even pizza with sausages!

When the apogee reached its apotheosis, the already enterprising Chinese joined in the work, who not only replicated the trend for inflatable toys for the pool, but also made them more accessible to a simple man in the street, longing for the same photos by the pool like Kim Kardashian or angels. Now all this inflatable equipment can be ordered cheaply and in bulk on the same AliExpress, which our enterprising entrepreneurs who organize photo shoots, beach and pool parties have not already used. And the choice is! From a slice of pizza to a classic inflatable flamingo, from a sinking Titanic to ice cream, from a seahorse to a toucan. Issue price: if on the American site swimoutlet.com an inflatable flamingo costs about 60 dollars, and on amazon - 30-35, then in Chinese it can be bought for 19 dollars. There is a difference, right?

Before attempting underwater photography in the ocean, where the water is unpredictable, try shooting in a swimming pool. You will need a special waterproof case for your camera. Most popular compact and digital SLR cameras have plastic cases that seal the camera and lens. They are waterproof and will keep your equipment safe. And attach a polarizing filter as it will reduce glare and unwanted reflections from the water.

2. Catch the action

Practice being underwater for longer periods of time and keeping your camera still. Use a low ISO for fine grained images and a shutter speed of 1/250 sec. or more. You can use flash when shooting in a pool to freeze the action. Wear goggles if you can't keep your eyes open underwater and try to capture a portrait of a floating person with a funny expression.

3. Separation in underwater photography

The main technical problem that photographers face when shooting underwater and above water splits is the amount of exposure of the image above the surface, which is often different from that below. This is due to refraction under water. However, such an issue can be solved with the help of specialized diopter filters designed to eliminate this problem.

4. Camera stability

Getting the camera still underwater is a real challenge as the water is in constant motion. This is where scuba diving comes in handy. Before you take pictures, you will have to practice staying calm while in the water, even if a fish or other creature swims up to you. Use a friend or a rock to stabilize your body and keep the camera still, although holding the camera with one hand is not recommended.

5. Lighting

When shooting underwater, you will have to use a special underwater flash. It can be purchased in the same place as the waterproof case. A regular flash won't be able to travel through dark sea/ocean waters, which is why you need a strobe. Set ISO as low as possible, select ISO 50 or 25 if available for your camera.

6. Zoom in for more detail

To get amazing images underwater, you can use a macro lens (typically 50-200mm). With it, you can focus on objects that are close. Underwater images should be photographed in RAW format because it is best suited for shots that you plan to apply color grading software to.

How to avoid color loss

One of the biggest hurdles in underwater photography is the loss of color and contrast. When immersed in water, objects appear blue or greenish. This is because colors with longer wavelengths are absorbed by the surrounding water. Color loss occurs both horizontally and vertically, so distant objects appear colorless and blurry. This problem can be solved by getting as close to the subject as possible with a wide-angle lens, or by using a flash to help restore lost colors.

When shooting underwater, choose the lowest possible ISO value to reduce image grain. You will need a shutter speed between 1/125 and 1/500 sec to freeze an action such as a school of passing fish. Use a small aperture (f/11-f/20) to keep the background and foreground objects sharp. Shoot in RAW file mode whenever possible to make later color adjustments easier.

You need to get an appropriate underwater housing made specifically for your camera (usually by a third party manufacturer). Also, when photographing in deep and gloomy sea waters, you will need a strobe light. The best lenses for underwater photography are macro and wide angle. Telephoto lenses are useless as they won't capture enough light to produce a sharp image.

Photographing objects located under water allows you to create unusual, beautiful, unique pictures. Such frames have their own magic, which is difficult to describe. A professional underwater photo shoot is a rather time-consuming and expensive process that requires the use of special equipment. The photographer must have diving skills - he has to be under water for some time, freeze for a few seconds in an absolutely motionless position, fix the camera, take a picture and not breathe or breathe with the help of special equipment. Not every specialist is able to create really high-quality underwater photographs.

For the photographer, it is necessary to allocate his working area under water, which is not always possible in cramped conditions. All these factors are the reason why many specialists refuse to work underwater, because even a small experiment will require laborious preparation, not to mention regular professional underwater photo shoots.

Few people know that you can create the most beautiful underwater images without using waterproof cases, without experiencing inconvenience during shooting and without being underwater at all. To get gorgeous pictures, you do not need to learn a special technique of underwater photography, purchase expensive equipment and take urgent diving courses. It is enough just to arm yourself with a good camera and take a photo session from the pool with glass walls. How the transparent pool is revolutionizing the field of photography will be discussed in this article.

Surely many photographers will be skeptical about the idea of ​​shooting through glass. After all, everyone knows how the glass surface can distort the image. Glare, reflections, halos - all these troubles can appear in a photograph when shooting through ordinary silicate glass. The camera will capture even small dirt and fingerprints with great pleasure, turning them into huge muddy spots in the photo. But we are in a hurry to focus your attention on the key point: not ordinary glass is used for glazing the pool, but acrylic - and this is a completely different material with special properties. The following characteristics of acrylic make it an ideal material for underwater shooting through glass:

Interesting ideas for underwater photo shoots in a glass pool

Here are a few basic ideas that can be implemented using a glass pool.

A swimming pool with acrylic glazing can become the epicenter of a real “photoboom”. This is an effective opportunity to create gorgeous shots with minimal effort. Poolglass experts recommend using the technique of underwater shooting in a glass pool for professionals and amateurs who want to experiment in the field of photography.

One of the most common places for a photo shoot is the pool. Look on social networks with your friends and acquaintances - you will surely find a lot of photos there, taken at different times and in different places, but by the pool. Even wedding photos today are taken either by the pool or directly in the pool. Professional photographers are very fond of doing photo shoots by the pool. After all, the quality of pictures taken against the background of blue clean sparkling water will always be excellent. By the way, please note: every famous model or artist will definitely have a photo shoot by the pool in their portfolio. An ordinary girl can also achieve no less effect than in the pictures of the stars. It just requires a good professional photographer, and original ideas for a photo shoot by the pool. Well, quality training also does not hurt.

Well, now let's look at a few ideas that will help you create a photo shoot:

• photo session when the model is in the water. To do this, you should take care of a beautiful swimsuit, sunglasses, a deck chair or chair, an air mattress, etc. The picture will look very beautiful when you lie on an air mattress in the middle of the pool. Any swimsuit is perfect for such a shot. Both open and closed. By the way, large jewelry for such a photo shoot on the model looks quite appropriate;
• photo taken by the pool. For a creative photo session, in principle, it is not necessary to climb into the water. You can also take great pictures near the pool. An example of such a very bright photo, when the model lies on a sun lounger near the pool, and its turquoise water serves as a background. The next option for a picture near the pool is to sit or lie on its side. The main thing is to choose a 100% winning pose that will allow you to demonstrate all the advantages of your figure. And at the same time hide all the flaws;
• photo shoot by the pool using various accessories, shoes, clothes. A photo session by the pool allows you to demonstrate good taste without much ore. Change clothes, shoes and swimwear, experiment with hair. May you look different in the photo;
• photo shoot by the pool. The couple acts as models. When people are in love, the photographs are original and sensual. If possible, some photographs should be taken underwater. Of course, if the photographer has the appropriate equipment. If this is not possible, then very high-quality pictures can be taken when lovers simply hug in the water. You can ride a large air mattress together or fool around, splashing each other with water from the pool.

How to be photographed in a swimsuit so that self-esteem does not suffer

After viewing the photos snapped by the well-wishers on the beach, I want to switch to a diet of boiled water. And go to the monastery. In some deserted monastery. Calm down, it's not you lopsided, it was the photographer who was lopsided. Next time, just let him read this article.

Light

Don't try to make a beautiful shot by turning around to face the bright sun. Firstly, the skin will appear lighter and this will visually add a couple of kilograms to you. Secondly, you will definitely squint and make faces. What beauty is there when the physiognomy looks like a chicken tail.

Use for a photo shoot the moments when the sun goes behind a cloud. And even better, run to take pictures at dawn or at sunset - the light at these moments is warm and soft, with such lighting even bluish skin seems slightly tanned.

Don't stand in front of the sun if you don't want the picture to be one black silhouette. Although this is a good way out, especially if you have complaints about your skin and figure, no redness will still be visible, and besides, you will seem a little thinner than you are.

Pose

Just, for heaven's sake, don't act like an honor guard. You're not on the parade ground, relax.

Get on your knees, pulling in your stomach and slightly squeezing your ass, you can throw your hands behind your head or play with your hair. In this position, the hips look slimmer, the waist is thinner, and in general you are such a sea nymph.

If during the winter and spring the stomach has somewhat lost its fit, stand with your back to the camera and, turning your body a little, look into the lens over your shoulder with a fatal passion in your eyes. A great angle for a beautiful buttocks.

It's also nice to fall apart right on the sand - only without a rug, it spoils the view. Bend one leg at the knee, throw your hands behind your head, and turn your face towards the camera. Any stomach in this position looks flat, and the legs appear longer.

If you are photographed standing up, cross your legs and stand up on your toes. This not only lengthens the legs - in this position, the buttocks tighten and tighten, so the rear view will also be beautiful, as if you were running to the gym all May, and not to the refrigerator.

You should not wallow on a sunbed like a fur seal. Lie on your side, bring your legs together, raise yourself on your elbow, and casually put your free hand on your stomach - it will cover it if you are reluctant to brag about it.

Another way to hide family sides is to lie on your stomach, playfully dangling your legs in the air and leaning on your elbows. This pose emphasizes the chest, adding at least one size to it, and hides everything else.

Do not go too far in terms of creativity - all successful angles have long been known, they are used in the tail and mane in advertising. Unusual doesn't always mean cool.

Frame

There are a lot of dangers on the beach that can ruin the whole thing - either a corn seller wanders through the sands, or someone's unconscious baby takes off his pants in the surf. The plastic bottle is lying around. The bent grandfather froze, staring at you. Ask the photographer to look not only at your charms, but also at the world around you. And to the horizon - of course, you can correct the frame in any simple photo editor, but then, it is possible that the edge of the frame will cut off a piece of your leg.

A delicate girlish body looks cool in contrast to rough, rough textures - pebbles, stone or sand, so all kinds of rocks and stones are your best friends. Roll in the sand so that it sticks to your ass and shoulders - it looks erotic and wild in a good way. In addition, sand can cover a scar or an inopportunely jumped pimple on the pope.

Props

On the beach, you need to look like a beach, so forget about elastic bands and sleek styling - be shaggy and unbridled. To get the right volume at the roots, use styling powder or simply massage the scalp with your fingers.

Use oil - it will give the skin a shine and completely hide all the bumps and "orange peel". And if it is also with a bronzer, it’s generally cool, you will be like a hot Caribbean chick, even if you last saw the sun last year.

Do not forget about any summer paraphernalia like wide-brimmed hats and pareos that you can wave - and your hands are busy, and there is a beach flavor. They can also cover those parts of the body, the photogenicity of which you doubt. Palm leaves, by the way, also work great in this direction.

Text: Olga Lysenko