9 Tricks to Add Spookiness, Moodiness, & Mystery to Your Photos
Trick #1: Shadows, Shadows, and More Shadows
Adding shadows to your photo can instantly add a spooky vibe. Try shooting your subject in a room with a single light source, or outdoors with the sun at a low angle. This will create deep shadows and add a mysterious atmosphere to your photo.
Trick #2: Find the Brightest Spot in the Room/Yard
Look for the brightest spot in the room or yard and have your subject stand there. This will create a stark contrast between the subject and the background, making the photo look more eerie.
Trick #3: Skew Your White Balance
By skewing your white balance, you can make your photo look unnatural and eerie. Try setting your white balance to a cooler temperature or a warmer temperature to give your photo a creepy feel.
Trick #4: Block the Eyes
One of the most effective ways to make a photo look creepy is to block the eyes of the subject. This can be done by having the subject look away from the camera, or by using a prop to block the eyes.
Trick #5: Add a Little Tilt
Adding a slight tilt to your photo can make it look more off-kilter and eerie. Try tilting the camera slightly to the left or right to give your photo a spooky feel.
Trick #6: Have the Subject Look Out of the Frame
Having the subject look out of the frame can add a sense of mystery and suspense to your photo. Try having the subject look away from the camera, or out of the frame, to add a creepy vibe to your photo.
