An autumn photoshoot can be a great way to get your business into the seasonal spirit. You could stage an autumnal shoot for seasonal promotions on social media or use the photos to create posters and collages to promote your seasonal offerings. The opportunities are endless.

Discover six autumn photoshoot ideas with Adobe Express. We’ll also walk you through how to generate your own autumnal templates with our handy AI tools. Read on to learn more.

Why should you consider an autumn photoshoot?

There are many reasons you might consider an autumn photoshoot. A seasonal photoshoot can help your brand:

• Stay relevant. Staging an autumn photoshoot can enhance your brand relevance by creating engaging content that aligns with the season. Document your photoshoot on TikTok or use your photos for Facebook posts.
• Promote seasonal products. They can be a great way to promote seasonal products. For example, small café owners could create an Instagram post promoting their limited-edition pumpkin spice lattes against a vibrant autumnal backdrop.
• Attract new customers. An autumnal photoshoot can help you attract new customers, especially if your business sells seasonal products that people are likely to be looking for, such as Halloween costumes and scented candles.
• Boost online engagement. Sharing your seasonal photos on social media can be a perfect way to boost online engagement. For example, you could create a poll on your Instagram story asking your followers to vote for their favourite shot from the shoot.

6 autumn photoshoot ideas to get you started.

An autumn photoshoot can look different for every business. However, you may want to consider your brand, audience and tone of voice when deciding what approach to take. Here are six autumn photoshoot ideas to get you started:

1. Autumnal landscapes.

Autumnal landscapes make the perfect backdrop for any autumn photoshoot. Seek out forests or woodland areas with plenty of trees for natural hues of orange and red. Or, stage a haunting photoshoot of your business among the cold, crisp weather. After all, autumn wouldn’t be complete without a few spooks.

2. Cosy interiors.

Nothing says autumn like cosy interiors. Think roaring fires, burning candles and warm blankets. Place candles and lanterns around your café, or blankets and heaters on your outdoor dining patio to capture a moment of cosy bliss. You could even snap one of your employees sipping a hot coffee amongst your cosy business interiors.

3. Autumn hues.

Oranges, reds and brown are rich, warm autumnal hues that are associated with the season, and there are plenty of ways to capture some of these colours in your autumnal photoshoot. You could create autumnal wreaths to place around your shop to act as a scenic backdrop. Or, you could dress up in seasonal clothing – think cosy cardigans, scarves and boots, all reflecting the leafy shades outside.

4. Animals and wildlife.

Animals and wildlife are the perfect props for an autumnal photoshoot. Whether they’re real or not, they’re sure to be the star of the show. Capture dogs wrapped up warm in snug coats, enjoying a rest at your local café, or toy foxes perched on a stool in your salon.

5. Pumpkin patches.

If you own a clothing brand, what better way to showcase your products than promoting them at a pumpkin patch? Model the clothes yourself or ask one of your employees to model them for you. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to find plenty of photo opportunities to capture those cosy autumnal-inspired outfits.

6. Food photoshoot.

There’s nothing better than tucking into hearty grub on a cold autumn day. Food photography is the perfect way to get your business into the seasonal spirit. Capture some of your favourite autumnal stews, pies and cakes. Upload them to your social media accounts or use them to create a seasonal-inspired menu.

Autumn photoshoot outfit and colour ideas.

There are plenty of ways to get creative with your autumn photoshoot. We’ve rounded up some autumn photoshoot outfit and colour ideas:

Autumn outfit tips.

• Choose your outfit colours wisely. Opt for seasonal colours such as brown, orange, dark green and mustard.
• Layer up. Create an extra cosy feel by layering up with cardigans over t-shirts, scarves and long jackets.
• Prioritise comfort. It may take a while to capture the perfect shot, so it’s important to make sure you’re comfortable. Besides, comfy clothing is what this season is all about, right?

Autumn colour ideas.

• Choose earthy, autumnal tones. Centre your photoshoot around earthy autumnal tones such as brown, burgundy, burnt orange and mustard to capture the warmth of the season.
• Avoid vibrant summer colours. Try to keep in the autumn spirit and avoid any colours that could clash with the season, such as bright pinks or turquoise.
• Keep it neutral. Neutral colours can work well in an autumn photoshoot as they can help evoke a sense of peace and relaxation. Neutral colours can also complement warm and rich autumn tones.

Autumnal photoshoot template ideas and examples.

How can Adobe Express help your business with autumn photography?

Looking for more inspiration? Discover how Adobe Express can help your business with autumn photography:

1. Try the Adobe AI image generator.

No time to schedule a photoshoot? Easily generate autumn-inspired images with the Adobe AI Image Generator. Just write a text prompt, click generate, and watch your image appear. Make further edits or transform your projects into social posts.

2. Update your marketing materials for autumn.

Easily create standout flyers using your photos with Adobe Express. Choose a template and experiment with different fonts, icons and more. Display your flyers in shop windows, or hand them out in your local area.

3. Resize your photos for different channels.

Want to upload the same photo across all your channels? Resize your autumn photos in one click with the help of the Adobe Express free image resizer. The tool makes sharing images across your socials easy.

4. Share autumn photos on your socials.

Easily share your autumn photos on your socials with the Adobe Express free social media post maker. Plan, publish and create eye-catching social media posts with no experience required.

5. Schedule your image-based promotions.

Keep on top of your seasonal content with the Adobe Express content scheduler. Easily create, plan and schedule image-based promotions all in one place. Try it for free today.

Generate your own autumnal templates with AI tools from Adobe Express.

Whether you’re new to social media or are looking for a way to speed up your marketing activities, easily generate your own autumnal templates with AI tools from Adobe Express. Generate fully editable templates with the AI template generator. Simply describe what you want to create in the text box, then tweak the template to your liking. It’s completely free to get started, just head to Adobe Express and sign in to your account. Once you’ve generated and customise your template, you can either download your design or share it with others.

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Good to know.

What month is best for an autumn photoshoot?

September and October are perfect times for an autumn photoshoot. If you’re looking to maximise the autumnal season, why not schedule two separate photoshoots, one in September and one in October?

How do you get an autumn aesthetic?

To create an autumn aesthetic, try to embrace the season’s natural colours. Autumn is all about warm, earthy colours, so be sure to incorporate these into your seasonal social posts, advertisements and autumn photoshoots.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes, our free plan offers many core features, including thousands of templates, photo editing and effects, animation, and 5GB of storage. See our pricing page for details and to compare plans.