The amazing thing about photography is that there are SO many things you can photograph!

I’ve decided to put together a list of some of the great things you can photograph.

If you’re new to photography, this can be a great resource for you to determine what you like to shoot the most.

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I have done quite a bit of landscape photography as well as some portraits. I personally prefer landscape photos (especially of the coast), but I’m always up for trying new things.

Sometimes the best way to discover what you enjoy shooting the most is simply by getting out there and doing it!

No matter what city or town you’re from, there’s always something to photograph. This is where your creativity gets to shine through!

So, let’s dive into this long list of ideas.

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Discover Your Passion

Here are 27 photography ideas to shoot:

• Landscapes (Beaches, coastlines, mountains, lakes, national parks)
• Seascapes (ocean, coast, similar to landscapes)
• Golden Hour (the hour before sunset that gives warm tones)
• Cityscapes (skyscrapers, buildings, infrastructure)
• Streets (streets, graffiti, similar to cityscapes)
• Portraits (people, babies, seniors, families)
• Wildlife (nature, animals)
• Candid (capturing subjects without them knowing; be careful with this)
• Boudoir (capturing intimate photos)
• Events (engagement photos, weddings, concerts, festivals)
• Real Estate Photography (interior/exterior, architecture)
• Aerial (Drones, helicopter overhead)
• Advertising (For billboards, magazines, posters, newspapers)
• Fashion (clothing, shoes, accessories)
• Travel (documenting personal travel experiences)
• Photojournalism (editorial, candid, news-worthy images)
• Products (for brands, partnerships, similar to advertising)
• Stock Photography (capturing anything to sell)
• Astrophotography (photographing stars, sky)
• Sports (fast-moving, action shots)
• Abstract ( aka “unhinged” photography)
• Macro (objects up close)
• Food (obviously food, drinks, cooking)
• Head Shots (similar to portrait photography)
• Long Exposure (slow shutter speed, blur effect)
• Lifestyle (capturing in real life stories)

While there’s a lot to digest here, this just proves how vast the world of photography is.

I also realize that there are probably several categories that are a bit bundled together. 

If you’re just starting out in photography, explore some of these options! 

Photograph your favorite pair of shoes and practice getting just the right lighting and the right camera settings…

Photograph the ocean and the coast if you live in a coastal area.

Photograph city skylines, your favorite meal, real estate, or whatever your little heart desires. These are just some of the great things you can photograph. 

Wrapping Up

Okay, so I kept this post relatively short…but I’m hopeful this will inspire any photographers out there to try something new or even step outside your comfort zone.

When you push the boundary, this is when your best work is revealed!

If there are any ideas that I missed or that you think are worthy of being displayed here, feel free to let me know in the comments below.

Share your thoughts with me – what are your favorite photography styles? If you’re a beginner, which ones seem the most intriguing to you?