Fall Photoshoot Ideas to Post on Instagram This Year

Fall Photoshoot Ideas to Post on Instagram This Year

Fall and photoshoots go together like pumpkins and pie. You are definitely going to want to capture tons of photos this fall when the weather is nice and the leaves are changing. If you're looking for some inspiration for your next fall photoshoot, look no further. We've put together the cutest photoshoot ideas to keep your Instagram feed festive and fun all season long.

Whether you're heading to the pumpkin patch or going for a hike, we've got ideas that will make even iPhone photos look professional. So throw on your coziest sweater, round up your friends or family, and hop to it because fall doesn't last forever. Also check out these fall Instagram captions to pair with your photos!

1.Take a Hike

Fall weather is perfect for hiking and with the leaves changing the views can't be beat. Whether you're on the east coast, west coast, or somewhere in between, find a picturesque wooded area or overlook and you're sure to get the perfect shot!

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Bonus points if your outfit matches the fall foliage. 🍂

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Photo credit: Oleg Breslavtsev - Getty Images

2.Go to the Pumpkin Patch

Taking pictures at your local pumpkin patch is a no brainer. The perfect fall photo props are literally growing out of the ground. Plus, pumpkin patches usually have other fun attractions like hay rides or a corn maze that provide excellent photo ops.

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Photo credit: Natalia Ganelin - Getty Images

Ideas for Posing With a Pumpkin:

  • throw a pumpkin in the air

  • pose with the pumpkin in front of your face

  • kiss a pumpkin

  • sit on a pumpkin

  • hold two pumpkins and have your followers vote which one is better

  • candid shot of you picking out your pumpkin

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Photo credit: Anastasiia Krivenok - Getty Images

3.Pick Some Apples

Similar to the pumpkin patch, an apple orchard is a great photoshoot destination. Take some candid photos of you and your friends picking apples, walking through the orchard or sipping apple cider.

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Photo credit: jeffbergen - Getty Images

4.Throw Leaves

This classic fall photo idea will never get old (and you're never too old to partake). Get your photographer or self-timer to take a ton of photos in rapid succession while you throw the leaves in the air and you're sure to get a few that turn out just right. Just don't forget to smile!

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Photo credit: Westend61 - Getty Images

Mother Nature provides the best photoshoot props!

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Photo credit: Primorac91 - Getty Images

5.Make a Leaf Crown

We love a good DIY project and this leaf crown idea is to die for. Round up the prettiest vibrant leaves and glue or tie them to a headband. You can go for a monochromatic look or incorporate all the fall colors.

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Photo credit: Susanna Blavarg - Getty Images

6.Get Spooky

Fall and Halloween are pretty much interchangeable, right? You'll definitely want to take some spooky photos before the great pumpkin returns. Of course you'll take pictures in your Halloween costume, but you can also incorporate Halloween props into any of your fall photoshoot. Throw on a witches hat, put on some scary makeup, pose with a jack-o-lantern or throw a sheet over your head to look like a ghost. You could even do a photoshoot in a cemetery to add a subtle spooky vibe without having to use props.

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Photo credit: Iuri Gagarin - Getty Images

We are obsessed with this ghost photoshoot trend!

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7.Warm Up By The Fire

Fall is the best time to cozy up next to a campfire and it also makes for a great photo op. You can play around with the fire light and smoke to create some really cool and unique pictures. Incorporate a flannel, hot chocolate, s'mores, or a fuzzy blanket to make your pics even better. You could even take candid photos of you building (or pretending to build) the fire to impress your friends with you outdoorsman skills.

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Photo credit: Emely - Getty Images

8.Take the Wheelbarrow For a Spin

Next time you're raking leaves, hop in your wheelbarrow for a fun photoshoot. There are so many great and easy options for this idea! You can pose in an empty wheelbarrow, have a loved one push you, pose in a wheelbarrow full of leaves or push a wheelbarrow full of pumpkins.

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Photo credit: LWA/Dann Tardif - Getty Images

9.Pose On a Hay Bale

Something about hay bales just screams fall. If you've got access to a few they are a great way to spice up a photoshoot. You can sit on top of one, lean against it or use them to frame your backdrop.

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Photo credit: Stepan Obruchkov photography - Getty Images

10.Get Lost in a Corn Maze

Who doesn't love a good corn maze? Make the most of the hours spend look for the exit by having an impromptu photo shoot in the maze. Have a friend take pictures of you walking towards the camera inside the maze. The maze will provide the perfect backdrop and naturally frame your photos. Let The Children of the Corn inspire you or go for something a little more PG, either way these pics are sure to be a hit.

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Photo credit: Zbynek Pospisil - Getty Images

11.Incorporate a Smoke Bomb

Incorporating a smoke bomb into your fall photo shoot can really take your pictures to the next level, but use caution. Throw a smoke bomb inside of a jack-o-lantern and let the smoke pour out of the holes or hold it in your hand to add a pop of color to your photos. Of course, go for a fall color like orange, yellow, red or purple.

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Photo credit: CaitlinElizabeth - Getty Images

12.Show Off Your Shoes

If you're having a bad hair day or just really want to show off your cute new boots, this is the idea for you. Stand in a pile of colorful leaves or pick one or two favorites to showcase on the asphalt. Simply snap a photo of your feet standing next to whatever items you want to include in your photo. You can also strategically place a pumpkin or some mums on the ground instead of using leaves.

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Photo credit: alyfromuk2us - Getty Images

13.Pose With Festive Food

Food is another great prop for your fall photo shoot. Some of the most photogenic fall foods include caramel or candy apples, pumpkin pie, pecan pie, or a hot drink like apple cider or a pumpkin spice latte. Not only will you get some great Instagram content, but you'll also enjoy a yummy fall treat.

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Photo credit: Daniel Grill/Tetra Images - Getty Images

14.Cover Your Face With a Leaf

If you're lucky enough to find the perfect fall leaf, you've got to show it off to all your followers. Once you have found the leaf all you have to do is hold your arm out with leaf in hand to get a great photo. The lead will cover your face but everyone will still see your cute outfit!

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Photo credit: Veronika Kraeva / EyeEm - Getty Images

15. Hit the Beach

That's right! You might not think of spending time at the beach once the weather cools off, but it's a beautiful backdrop for family photos year-round. Plus, the light can be beautiful in the fall.

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Photo credit: Geber86

16. Get the Grandparents Involved

Of course, grandma and grandpa always love getting photos of their loved ones. But this year, involve them in the photoshoot. Everyone will treasure the memory.

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Photo credit: Sam Edwards

17. Take a Bike Ride

This idea is perfect for an active family or couple. Find a pretty path with fall color and set off on a ride. Have a friend or photographer get some action shots along the way. Bonus: You won't hear complaints of "we're bored" from the kids.

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Photo credit: Ariel Skelley

18. Prop Up Your Feet by the Fire

This is truly a simple idea. No need to worry about finding the perfect outfit or doing your hair. Just have each family member don a festive pair of socks and prop up their feet by the fire.

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Photo credit: DisobeyArt

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