When the nights become colder and the days shorter, the chance of seeing fog in de early morning increases. Because fog consists of tiny little water drops, the (minimum) temperature needs to be lower than the dewpoint temperature. Other factors that improve the chance of fog and mist are little or no wind and humid…
So you want to take professional quality images with your phone? Then, you have come to the right place. This blog is jam-packed with tips and tricks to create stunning photos. Here are 12 tips that will have you snapping like a pro! No worries, you won’t need a high-end smartphone to get these results….
Don’t you just love the way miniature worlds seem so peaceful? Luckily, you don’t have to buy admissions tickets to enjoy this tiny world. Instead, you can create one with nothing more than a smartphone in your pocket. It’s pretty easy to make fake miniature photos with life-size objects like buildings, cars, people, and pets. …
One of the features you might want to use is the portrait mode on your smartphone. But when should you use it? How does it work? And can you convert a photo to portrait mode? I will answer all these questions in this blog post on using portrait mode on your phone. Apple was the…
You have been taking images with your smartphone for a while, and between a large number of settings, you have found something called ISO. What does ISO mean? And why should you use it? This article will give answers to every ISO-related question you might have regarding your smartphone camera. Content of this article Do…
Sunset and sunrise are my favorite things in the world. They bring peace after a hectic day and give you hope on a quiet, sunny morning. I love watching the sunsets with my husband, but I enjoy the sunrise on my own. It is a beautiful spectacle where you see all the colors of the…
You gotta love those stary nights with clear skies and thousands of stars shining in the darkness. One thing most landscape photographers love is an interesting sky. Well, the night sky can be one of the most interesting ones you can photograph, but how on earth can you capture the most exciting part of all…
So you want to take a professional-looking picture of yourself? Maybe you need to send a resumé to get your dream job, or you like to impress a possible date; this blog will make sure you take sharp, well-exposed images with your cellphone. You can take good pictures of yourself with your phone by using…
Have you ever seen a photograph online that looks so perfect, so beautiful, so unique that it takes your breath away? Maybe the photographer used a RAW format. If not, they probably should have! In this blog post, we will be discussing what RAW photography is and how to take these kinds of images with…
Do you want to make a stunning time-lapse video with your phone that will awe your audience? Then, you have come to the right place. This blog will get you through everything you need to know about timelapse photography with your smartphone, what gear to buy, and which apps to use. Let’s dive in and start…
Although many smartphone manufacturers claim that their devices are waterproof, it does not necessarily mean you can take stunning underwater pictures without ruining your camera. We have done some research and came up with our top 3 best smartphones for underwater photography. And we will give you several tips to use your current mobile underwater. The best…
Northern lights can be a rarity to come across depending on where you live. Many people capture the natural event with their professional cameras, but how can you capture the northern lights with your smartphone? You can capture the northern lights on your smartphone using landscape mode, turning off the flash, and changing the focus…
Are you looking for a way to create long, very long shutter speeds to create light trails or shoot the northern lights? Bulb mode, or long exposure photography, is commonly used for shooting these night time photographs. Although your phone’s shutter speed is different from your DSLR camera, you can still recreate long exposures to…
Have you ever seen those Instagram profiles with amazing popping pictures with beautiful oranges and blues? Big chance you are looking at the orange and teal effect that is widely used in the photography industry. This article will guide you through several methods to create your orange and teal filter. Don’t worry; it is not…
In part one of becoming a better Smartphone Photographer, you have learned all about composition rules, exposure triangle, and using manual settings. We have talked about whether or not a Smartphone can replace a DSLR camera and how this will evolve in the future. In this article, we will give you countless tips on photographing…
Nowadays, you don’t need a DSLR camera to take stunning images. On the contrary, with a smartphone, you can make beautiful shots much easier and quicker. The best camera is the one you have on you. You only have to get it out of your pocket to create impressive photographs in seconds. But how can…
Capturing movement with your smartphone can be a bit of a challenge sometimes. But it is fun to do. Did you know there are seven ways to capture movement? You can read all about capturing movement in this ultimate guide to action and motion photography for smartphones. Let’s start with these ways to capture moving…
In photography, people talk a lot about the golden hour. However, this time of day’s soft and warm tones make for excellent photo opportunities. But how about the Blue Hour? What does it mean? How can you capture impressive shots? And when should you go out to take advantage of this magical time of day? …
One of the most popular subjects for photographers is flowers. There are many beautiful flowers in this world. Beginner smartphone photographers will have a great time practicing with these colorful objects. You can even stay at home and use the flowers in your garden or on your balcony. So how do you photograph flowers? There…
Instagram is a fantastic platform to share your images en get inspiration for new ones. Being successful and having a big audience is not something that happens overnight. To give you a shot at becoming an Instagram influencer in Smartphone Photography, you can use these 20 steps. Clean your lenses Use a tripod Do not…
Give yourself a beautiful souvenir of an unforgettable concert by taking stunning photographs with your phone. But how can you do that without having over or underexposed images? It isn’t easy to take a picture in low-light conditions with moving objects all around you. Do not despair! With these few tips, you will make creative…
Even if you are a bit camera-shy, you can take jaw-dropping selfies. Who doesn’t want to have an excellent portfolio picture for Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn? Create beautiful images of yourself with your smartphone. With these tips on how to take Selfies with your Smartphone, it will be a walk in the park. But before…
Almost everybody has a smartphone nowadays. It is always nearby, in your pocket, jacket, or handbag. That might be a good reason to say it is the go-to device for taking pictures. Because the best camera is the one you have with you. But how can you go from just snapping pictures to making professional…
There is still some confusion about the difference between Bokeh and the depth of field. We will clarify that for you in this article. But first, we will answer the question of whether or not you can create the Bokeh effect with your smartphone. You can achieve Bokeh with your camera phone. Some cameras use…
Smartphone cameras have greatly improved their nighttime photography over the last few years. But it can still be quite challenging to get a sharp, well-lit image without noise. We have done some research and made a top 10 list of things you can easily apply to shoot the best possible pictures and to improve your…
Sometimes you need your camera phone to be a DSLR and manually focus before taking a picture. Does your Android camera has the ability to do so? Let’s find out. Most new Android smartphones have a built-in manual mode in their stock camera app. If not, you can download a third-party application that does allow…
Shooting RAW pictures might sound a bit daunting, but it is not as difficult as you might think. It is well worth the effort to get to know this kind of photography. Your smartphone images will shine, among others. Many new smartphones support RAW images. You will find the RAW shooting setting in the stock…
There is nothing more disappointing than uploading your smartphone pictures and seeing they are not as sharp as you like them to be. Unfortunately, it has happened to a lot of macro photographers. In reality, shooting macro with a mobile device is not that hard. You only need some tips to make the pictures extraordinary….
