"I love a tree collar made of a natural rattan or wicker-it gives the impression that it is just part of the tree." Wrap gifts (or empty packing boxes) in pretty paper to decorate the space underneath your boughs, and adorn the space on either side with subtle holiday accents. "More likely than not, you will see more of the bottom of the tree than the top of the tree in photographs," says Lester. The area you'll see around the tree is defined by how far away you set up your camera, but if you're taking full-length portraits or wide landscape shots, you should also consider the bottom and sides of the space. "Decorate to complement the natural splendor of the tree, but not so excessively that by the end, you can't tell whether or not there is actually a tree underneath all of the ornaments," says Gill. They go well with the existing décor of my house and don't compete too much with the natural coloring of a Christmas tree." But regardless of the colors and ornaments you choose, the key is to make sure you don't go overboard-and turn your tree into a photo bomb instead of a backdrop. "And since I live on the coast, I always gravitate to blues and greens, if I am adding in a color. Add in felt pieces, or wooden ones, but keep the overall scheme natural and organic," says Lester. "I love to do a neutral tree and, instead, play with the textures of the ornaments and decorations. When you choose a color scheme, note that although not every ornament has to incorporate the designated hues, the base of the tree should be lined with on-palette options." While traditional shades-white, red, gold, and silver-never go out of style, you can also celebrate with a more contemporary look. This will create a decorated look for photos without looking too perfect or staged. "Pro tip," says Gill, "don't select more than three colors to feature. "These evergreens are my top choice with respect to scale and overall appearance, as they are known to be wide and full, with needles that stay on longer than other varieties."Īs you begin adding ornaments, create a cohesive look by adding decorations within a limited color palette. "The smell of Christmas does exist and it can be purchased: a Douglas Fir," says Gill.
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"I like when a tree takes up the full frame, so the bigger the better in my opinion." The other must: opting for a real tree instead of faux. "I would rather have a tree that fits the room nicely and then arrange the photo subjects accordingly to make it work," she says. Lester also recommends selecting the size of your tree based on your space. "In order to select the appropriate size for your space, consider the ceiling height and overall effect you want." Rooms with standard ceiling heights can generally accommodate trees between eight and 14 feet tall, but if you're setting yours up in a two-story foyer, opt for one in the 12-to-14-foot range. "A wider tree is always preferable when considering a good backdrop for a photo," says Gill. If you want your evergreen to create a festive background-and not end up a twiggy, forgettable accent-go big.
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