The Golden Hour

What is it?

While the name would suggest this period being an hour long, in reality, the “golden hour” refers to the time just after sunrise or just before sunset. The sun isn’t high in the sky creating harsh light, and the soft, almost reddened light creates dreamy pictures that seem dipped in light.

Why is it special?

The warmth created by the tone of “golden hour” light is universally flattering and can be wonderful for pictures taken in any season. There’s more light during the golden hour, which means a better exposed photo and the soft light avoids any harsh shadows that can obscure the face during other times of day.

When is it?

There are a multitude of resources online to help calculate when the coveted golden hour takes place! There are even websites that have "calculators" that will tell you the precise time the golden hour will happen in your area.