The best time for shooting fall colors is in the morning and late afternoon. These times often provide the most interesting shadows. However, there are also opportunities mid-day. With the sun overhead, you can use backlighting to make leaves glow in your photographs.

Polarizing filters may enrich the blue of the sky, cut the glare on water and overall enhance fall color.

When taking portraits in fall color try working with subjects and leaves on the ground. Don’t hesitate to get in tight for a close-up.

Be sure to watch out for distracting elements in all your fall photographs. It's easy to get carried away by the beautiful colors all around and the crisp, clear air and fail to notice the telephone pole, wires, or stop sign that will be all too apparent in your photograph.

Get out there with your camera and enjoy the fall colors!