Mark's 1st Tip - Scout In Advance! Because… You want to make sure you don’t block the shot (lightpost photo). For reference of size, think of incorporating cityscape or putting the lightposts strategically in the composition.
Preparing Heart Template Draw large heart design in center of either cardboard or coated foam board and cut out so you have a template. Draw a series of smaller hearts on another board and cut out. Use either painters tape or duct tape along the edge of the cutout so paint doesn't bleed into the board.