For many people, the start of spring signals a welcome boost to their overall outlook on daily life. Lighter mornings, especially when the clocks move forward an hour, which in 2026 happens on Sunday the 29th of March, and the end of what a lot of people see as the doom and gloom, weather-wise, of winter, certainly can help to, as the saying goes, put a spring into one’s step. There are those who like to change up the types of photos and prints that they have displayed around their house at the start of each season, and even the picture frames, to reflect the different vibe. One way of doing this is to go back to the old in the form of photos, prints and frames which you have previously used and displayed. The alternative is to really go big by purchasing new prints and picture frames, and to go out and take some fresh spring photographs.
The best way to take spring photography shots
Spring, from a photography point of view, is actually a bit of a gift. After months of fairly flat colours and grey skies, the world suddenly looks a lot more interesting through a camera lens. Flowers begin popping up everywhere, trees slowly regain their leaves, and even a regular local park can look like an entirely different place compared with how it did just a few weeks earlier.
One simple idea is to focus on colour. Spring colours are usually soft but varied – yellows, pinks, purples and fresh greens. Instead of trying to capture everything in one wide shot, sometimes it works better to zoom in a little. A single blossom, a patch of daffodils, or even raindrops sitting on petals can create a surprisingly striking photograph.
Early mornings can also be a great time to head out with a camera. The light is softer, the air is often still, and you occasionally get a light mist, which can add atmosphere to a photo without you having to do anything clever technically.
Another tip is not to ignore the small details. Buds forming on branches, insects returning, or reflections in puddles after a spring shower can all make interesting subjects.
And finally, once you’ve taken a few photos you really like, don’t leave them sitting on a phone or memory card. Spring photos, especially colourful nature shots, can look fantastic when printed and placed in a well-chosen picture frame. Sometimes the best way to enjoy photography is simply to see it on the wall every day.
It’s also worth remembering that spring weather can be unpredictable, and that can actually work in your favour. One minute it might be bright sunshine, the next a quick shower passes through, leaving the ground glistening and the light slightly softer. Those moments often create some of the most interesting photographs. A rainbow after rain, sunlight breaking through clouds, or reflections in wet paths can all add a bit of character to a photo that might otherwise have looked quite ordinary.