Reflections are fantastic to photograph as they add an extra dimension to your images – whether it be a reflection of a building in glass; the sky through a puddle; the bridal party as seen reflected by the wedding car’s polished metal; a city reflected by a lake.

The reason that reflections add an extra dimension is the reflective surface changes the object slightly (by a texture, color and/or distortion) so you get two slightly different versions of your subject.

You might even sometimes take a shot of the reflection only!

Water is a fantastic element to include in your photos, as the reflections it generates can make your image stand out. However, water can present an additional challenge as the ripples or waves can change the reflection from second to second.

Keep a look out for water around your environment when you shoot. Reflections from lights, or splashes of color can really help with the ambiance of an image.

Rainy days are particularly good as puddles abound!

Extra Secret: Photographing just the reflection and leaving the subject out is a great way to produce abstract images.