12 Inspired Mirror Photoshoot Ideas

In the market for a few mirror photoshoot ideas? After all, who among us hasn’t done a fun mirror photoshoot in the past, even if it’s just with our smartphone camera? I think we’re all guilty as charged because it’s just so easy – taking casual photos in our bathroom mirror or in whatever large wall mirror we happen to run across. And why not? It’s a great way to snap pictures of your outfit, your good hair day, or whatever else you want to capture on a given day.

But there are ways to take your mirror photoshoot to the next level. To help you do that, if that idea interests you, we at Peerspace have gathered 12 inspired mirror photoshoot ideas. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, incredible locations are our forte. Therefore, we’re also including suggestions of locations where you might have your mirror photoshoot (other than your own bathroom, of course – nothing wrong with that!).

Keep reading for our suggestions and by the time you’ve reached the end of this article, you’ll be more than ready for your own creative and elevated mirror photoshoot. 

1. Use multiple mirrors in one shot

One mirror photoshoot idea we love for a surreal visual effect is to use more than one mirror reflecting off of each other in one shot. If you do this right it can create a really interesting look to your photos as well as an otherworldly vibe.

Consider doing this photoshoot in a space like this dance and rehearsal studio in Chicago. It’s an industrial space with brick walls, high ceilings, and two mirror walls.

2. A photoshoot as one of multiple subjects

Mirror photos don’t just have to involve solely the photographer taking photos of themselves, even though we’re all so accustomed to mirror selfies at this point. What about a photoshoot where the photographer takes photos of themselves in mirrors while also including others in these mirror shots, perhaps standing next to the mirror itself?

Have fun with this concept at this cloud room studio in Los Angeles. You can use the mirror inserts to reflect yourself and anyone else you want reflected (literally!) in your photos.

3. Dance studio ballet-themed photoshoot

Consider a ballet-themed photoshoot using mirrors, since ballerinas typically perform their exercises in front of dance studio mirrors. We love this spacious studio with large mirrors in Toronto, as an example of the kind of space you might use for this mirror photoshoot idea! Its beautiful open floor and all-white color palette allow the focus to remain on you and your creativity.

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4. Car mirror photoshoot

A classic photoshoot location is inside a cool car if you have access to one! To take this photoshoot idea to the next level, consider incorporating the car’s mirrors into your photos, and shoot images of your model (whether it’s yourself or someone else) via these mirrors. These are timeless images with a twist!

5. Mirrors in a field

Bringing a mirror (or multiple mirrors!) outdoors to a space like a beautiful, wide-open field could make for a really interesting mirror photoshoot idea. Being out in nature, the mirror itself could be used to reflect any number of interesting visual features/vistas. This one is pretty easy to do for free if you have any natural areas near you.

However, maybe you’d like to rent a location for this photoshoot and ensure you won’t be interrupted. In that case, what about this big open field (measuring more than 21,000 square feet, to be exact!) in Houston, Texas? 

6. Simple bedroom mirror selfies

We’re all about the unusual mirror photoshoot ideas, but if you have a nice big mirror in your bedroom, be sure to tidy things up a bit and then take some self-portraits! You’ll be in a familiar and comfortable space and this vibe will definitely come through in your photos. 

7. Mirrored twins photoshoot

Are you a twin or do you know a set of twins who would be willing to model for your next photoshoot? If so, involving a pair of twins in a mirror photoshoot could be a visually stunning and even funny possibility. Perhaps you can snap some photos where the viewer will be challenged to figure out whether they’re looking at twins, mirror reflections, or even both!

Find a space with a lot of mirrors like this elegant dance studio in Bailey’s Crossroads, Virginia, and get to explore all the visual possibilities! In fact, a Peerspace user who booked this dance studio for their own photoshoot shared this review after the fact: “Fabio was excellent and the space is just as advertised. Clean, spacious and air conditioned. The team is extremely attentive and we will definitely refer to them again.”

8. Mirror in front of the subject’s face

Using a round or oval-shaped mirror as your key prop, you can have your subject hold this mirror up in front of their face so it looks like their face has been replaced with a mirror.

These will be some surreal photos. But if this is well-suited to your creative aesthetic, it will make for a really cool photoshoot!

9. Water reflections as mirrors

Perhaps you’d say that we’re stretching the definition of a mirror by including an idea involving reflections on the surface of water as one of our mirror photoshoot ideas. But think about it – reflections in water were basically the original mirror! Plus, if you use a body of water such as a pond or lake in your photoshoot, you’ll have a reason to take photos out in nature, which always enhances a photoshoot!

Consider visiting a location like this beautiful cottage on Lake Wylie in Charlotte, North Carolina. That way, you’ll have a whole lakefront space to yourself for your photoshoot.

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10. Infinite mirrors

Two mirrors reflecting back at each other create infinite reflections back and forth, and there’s a lot you can do with that, creatively speaking! If you’re taking photos of an object, for example, you can set it up between two or more mirrors and then take photos from all kinds of different angles. These will be highly geometric and very optically interesting photos – there’s a lot to explore here and the sky’s the limit when it comes to this mirror photoshoot idea.

This LED mirror room in Atlanta makes it happen. The hosts call it “The Box” and with good reason! It’s a 12′ x 12′ mirrored cube with color-changing RGB lights. Be sure to check out all the photos to see how other creatives have used this space! And don’t forget the reviews; here is one stand-out to get you started: “Had a great shoot at “The Box” & was able to capture some great content! The host was very friendly & welcoming and answered all our questions. The space appeared just as advertised. There was also a nice & clean restroom to change in which is always a plus. I love the concept! I will definitely book again!”

11. A lady’s boudoir for selfies

Many people have full-sized mirrors to ensure their outfits are on point before heading out to work and play. If you have a particularly aesthetic mirror at home, consider taking selfies in front of it, ensuring to capture the beauty of the mirror along with your own beauty.

If you don’t have a mirror at home ornate enough for this idea, then you can rent a space like this gorgeous historic Treme studio in New Orleans. The bedroom has a beautiful boudoir setup that includes two stunning mirrors so you can take photos to your heart’s content!

12. Funhouse mirrors

Perhaps for a retro photoshoot, visiting a carnival with distorting funhouse mirrors could add a really visually interesting element to your pictures. Whether they’re selfies, photos of a subject, or both, this is a mirror photoshoot idea to consider if you want to take things in a truly surreal direction.

If you’re in Fort Lauderdale, this circus-themed entertainment space should do the trick! It’s a 1,650-square-foot themed salon with plenty of mirrors lining its black walls.

Mirror photoshoot ideas: conclusion

We hope these mirror photoshoot ideas will change the way you think about your favorite reflective surface! We also hope that you can see that Peerspace is the easiest (and most fun!) way to book photoshoot locations for all your themed projects.

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