Capture March! Top 10 Photography Subjects to Feel the Breath of Spring | Release #458

A field of rapeseed flowers spreading like a yellow carpet is one of the symbolic landscapes of spring. By capturing the contrast with the blue sky on a sunny day, you can create a refreshing photo.

Use a wide-angle lens to dynamically capture the field of flowers, or focus on a single bloom with a macro lens to bring out different charms.

The sight of Japanese white-eyes flocking to cherry blossoms is a spring tradition. This combination, also known as 'Umejiro,' creates a beautiful contrast with the soft pink of the cherry blossoms and the vibrant yellow-green feathers of the white-eye.

Set a fast shutter speed and aim for the moment they jump from branch to branch. A telephoto lens of 300mm or more allows you to capture their natural appearance without getting too close.

March is graduation season. It's a chance to capture moments of farewell with friends and family, and the start of new beginnings. Use the continuous shooting function to not miss scenes of smiles and tears.

Backlit silhouette photos or commemorative photos with the school building in the background also make for emotional works. A telephoto lens helps naturally capture changes in expression.

Known as the 'fairy of spring,' the Katakuri flower is a rare plant that blooms in March. The pale purple flowers bloom with a drooping posture, creating a fragile and beautiful atmosphere. Shoot from a low position and blur the background to create a dreamy impression.

From March, the Milky Way begins to reappear in the night sky. On a spring night with lingering cold, the starry sky captured in clear air is exceptional. Use a wide-angle lens and tripod, and capture the Milky Way clearly with long exposure. Choose locations with minimal light pollution, away from urban areas.

Hinamatsuri on March 3rd is one of the events where the vibrant hina dolls and decorations are photogenic. Utilize the soft light of a Japanese-style room or close-up shots with props for atmospheric photos.

The Cabbage White Butterfly, which starts flying as it gets warmer, is a subject that signals the arrival of spring. Especially the combination with rapeseed flowers or violets makes for a quintessential spring photo. Set a fast shutter speed to capture the moment the butterfly lands on a flower, beautifully capturing the flapping of its wings.

In March, there are spots where late-blooming daffodils are at their best. The landscape of clusters of white and yellow flowers creates a magical scene that signals the arrival of spring. Shooting from a low angle with the sky as the background highlights the dignified beauty of the daffodils.

The March full moon, known as the 'Worm Moon,' is a mystical subject floating in the spring night sky. Use a telephoto lens to capture the details of the moon's craters. Collaborating with snow-covered mountains or water surfaces can result in even more impressive photos.

Peach blossoms, which bloom slightly earlier than cherry blossoms, are characterized by their deep pink color. With a different vibrancy from plums or cherries, blurring the background to highlight the subject makes it ideal for beautiful portrait photography.


March, heralding the arrival of spring, is a season that increases the joy of photography. From rapeseed flowers and cherry blossoms to Katakuri flowers, graduation ceremonies, Hinamatsuri events, the Worm Moon, and the Milky Way, a variety of subjects are available. Feel the breath of new life and head out with your camera to explore spring.