Recommended photo spots for the school festival. Create a photogenic space.

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Because you can take photos and keep the memories, creating photo spots is very popular for classroom exhibits and outdoor displays at school festivals.

But when it comes time to make a photo spot yourselves, it’s easy to get stuck on what design to choose, isn’t it?

So in this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of recommended photo spot ideas for school festivals.

We’ve gathered a variety of ideas—from using the blackboard to creating objects—so please use them as inspiration to make a wonderful photo spot.

Recommended photo spots for the school festival: Create a photogenic space (31–40)

I’m trapped!?

You can take photos even with a large group! Here’s an idea for a “We’re trapped?!” shot.

When photographing trick art, sometimes only one person can appear due to how the setup works.

This time, let’s create a trick art piece that four people can shoot together.

In the posted photo, the subjects are photographed inside a capsule labeled “For Humans, Mini Machine,” making it look as if they’ve been trapped.

In the foreground, there’s also someone who has discovered the people trapped inside, which adds a unique and entertaining storyline.

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Floating crosswalk

A crosswalk trick art that uses optical illusions.

Instead of just painting the white crosswalk lines, by rendering the shadows in a three-dimensional way, you can make it look as if the crosswalk planks are floating.

Passersby will likely stop in their tracks and become absorbed in the curious scene.

It can also become a popular photo spot, with the potential for widespread sharing on social media.

If you set it up near the entrance of a school festival or along the main walkway, it should boost attention for the entire venue.

It’s an idea that adds surprise and buzz to an event.

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photo booth

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The photo booth at a maid café during a school festival is a great idea for creating lasting memories of your visit.

Adding stylish fabrics, lamps, and plush toys as a backdrop enhances the extraordinary atmosphere and naturally brings guests closer to the maids.

Having people strike the classic “moe moe kyun” pose or use message boards makes it possible to create unique, on-the-spot memories.

The photo session also sparks conversation, allowing both guests and maids to share a fun moment together.

After the festival, looking back at the photos will bring those happy times to life and deepen the sense of satisfaction from participating.

Displaying sample photos for people waiting in line will draw even more attention.

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Dried flowers

If you want to create a photo spot that highlights the subject, using dried flowers is a great option.

Because dried flowers are dehydrated, they have a soft, muted color palette.

This means they don’t overwhelm the scene and can make the person standing in front of them look even more striking.

Another appeal of dried flowers is the wide variety available, making it easy to add originality.

Try choosing them based on their colors, the meanings of the flowers, or the motif you want to create.

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candle

Using candles can create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

First, find a space that can be darkened.

Then think about how to arrange the candles.

For example, you could line up many simple candles, or you could arrange colorful ones.

The former will give a sacred impression, while the latter will create a lively feel.

By the way, if school rules or other regulations prohibit open flames, using LED candle lights is a good alternative.

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Recommended photo spots for the school festival. Create a photogenic space (41–50)

stained glass

Stained glass captivates people with its beautiful appearance.

I recommend trying window film that mimics stained glass.

Window film is a material you can cut into any shape and stick onto your windows.

This time, we’ll use a type that looks like stained glass.

Just like the real thing, it shines beautifully in sunlight.

There are many designs available, so try finding one you like.

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Globe objet d’art

How about making a globe-like sculpture in your classroom, like the ones at Tokyo DisneySea or Universal Studios Japan? If you take photos in front of a big globe, you might feel like you’re at a theme park! There are many ways to make one, but an easy method is to use a large exercise-ball-sized sphere as the base, paste paper over it, and then paint it.

However, applying paper to a sphere requires layering many pieces, so it’s a bit challenging—but rewarding to build.

There are also videos on YouTube showing how real globes are made in factories, which might be helpful as references.

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