Bognor Regis is an amazing location for portrait photography due to the varied environments in a small area. There are so many options to be creative when photographing people here.
1.)The Beach
The first, and most obvious place for me is the beach. While the wind can sometimes be temperamental, it is a great place for calming portraits. For this shoot, I decided to edit the beach photos in black & white. The blue sky was distracting, and I wanted her tattoos and dark hair to have contrast against the background.
2.) Arcades
After the beach, we went into one of the arcades to experiment with the colours and bright lights. While this type of background has a bit too much going on, it was fun to work there and try something new. This type of environment works particularly well for businesses in the gaming industry, or those who enjoy something fun or vintage.
As well as the bright lights, the main thing I noticed was all of the glass and reflections. I wanted to experiment and take pictures through the glass for a smoother look. The colours appear slightly more muted, and the glass has such a creative effect.
If you want to have your portrait taken in a location like this, always ask for permission from the owner.
3.) Parks and Greenspaces
Bognor Regis is home to many amazing parks such as Hotham Park, and Marine Park Gardens. Each month brings attention to different trees and flowers, making them great locations all year round. In the picture below, we experimented with how the light came through the trees to create a dappled look.
What are your favourite places in Bognor Regis? I’d love to know!
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