Nov 01 2008
University of Washington Seattle Perfect For Fall Photowalking
King Lane in front of Thomson Hall
The University of Washington with it’s brick buildings and deciduous trees make for perfect fall photos.
It’s not too late for some fall shooting. The fall colors are still bright, even on a rainy day.
The UW makes for a great photowalk no matter what time of year with places like Denny Hall, The Quad, Red Square, the Observatory, Parrington Hall, Memorial Way, The Old library (currently under renovation) and occasional views of Mt Rainier (on a sunny day) a photographer can visit over and over again.
For the fall foliage grab your camera, a rain poncho and head over to the University District within the next few days, or wait till next next year.
Although November is a little late to capture all the leaves on the trees, there is still lots of opportunities for great fall photos. Benches covered in leaves, lanes strewn with newly dropped leaves contrast blue asphalt, red ivy just starting to show their intricate stems as they grow up the walls and marble stairs lined with reds and yellows all make great photo subjects.
A few things to remember when heading out:
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Low light means tac sharp photos will be much easier with a tripod
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Leaves don’t have to be on the trees to be interesting
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Don’t give up when it rains. Cover you camera with a rain cover and point it down. There’s lots of foliage color without the sky.
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Use buildings and lanes to draw a viewers eyes through the photo.
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Watch for small bright lights shinning through leaves
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Walk around your subject to see which angle brings out the most vibrant color
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UW campus parking is free on Saturdays after 12:00 noon
For some great photo ideas – take the UW photo tour at:
To download a map of the campus before you head out:
