Golden hour with kids
Late in the day children still have energy and the heat has gone. The low light makes the playground look different, and the outing ends on its own as the sky darkens.
When, where you are
Best for this: golden hour
Allow about 15 minutes before it starts. Adjust for your own walk.
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Bring, and watch for
- Keep the low sun out of small eyes. Choose a spot where it is behind or beside them.
- Bring a layer for each of them. Evenings cool fast.
- Head home before the light turns blue. The way back is easier.
Two questions
How long do we have outside?
The bar above shows the minutes left in the golden hour. Plan to be back as it ends.
Good for photos too?
Yes. Let them play and shoot from a distance with the sun behind you.
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