How to take cool photos on Instagram
Published: 04.08.2020
We will tell you how to take cool photos for Instagram using your phone. We will provide ideas for awesome stories and attracting followers.
Learning how to take incredible photos using only your phone is the best way to stand out and gain popularity on Instagram.
To learn how to take good photos on your phone, read about the basic principles of composition and lighting. Then, practice to hone your own photographer instincts. Follow a few simple rules and excellent results are guaranteed.
Long live the light!
"Lighting is the foundation of a good photograph. Understand that using light is the first and most important rule for capturing great photos with a phone."
A flash can soften a photograph and blur the object. If you can't take pictures outside, take photos near windows or in well-lit rooms. Even at night, it is advisable to find sources of light. For example, streetlights and shop windows.
Avoid using flash. Natural light makes photos more vibrant and bright.
Create a Light album from your cool photos. You don't need to print the photos separately for this. We will print your photos directly on the pages of the Light album. Upload your images to the free editor Mapi7 and create a thematic Light album. You can upload photos from your phone.
It is better to underexpose than to overexpose.
You can adjust a photo that is too dark using editing tools, but nothing can fix a photo that is overexposed.
Prevent overexposure by adjusting the lighting on the screen. Press and swipe up or down with your finger to adjust the exposure.
Another way to prevent overexposure is to tap your finger on the brightest part of the frame to adjust the lighting before taking the photo.
"When taking a photo on an iPhone, touch the screen and wait for the yellow frame to appear. Once it appears, move the small sun icon to the right of the window. The exposure will start to decrease. Keep moving until you achieve the perfect result."
Time to take pictures
There is a reason why photographers love the golden hour. During this time of day, when the sun is low on the horizon, every photograph becomes more beautiful. It's a natural Instagram filter.
If you are shooting at noon, clouds are your friends. It is difficult to get a good shot under direct sunlight. Objects come out too sharp. Clouds scatter the sunlight and create a softer effect.
Follow the rule of thirds
The composition of a photo is made up of shapes, textures, colors, and other elements. The rule of thirds is one of the most well-known principles of composition and relates to a simple method of balancing your image. Divide the image into a 3 x 3 grid and align objects in the photo along the grid lines to create balance.
Turn on grid lines for the phone camera in the settings and use them to practice aligning photos.
You can center your photo. Or achieve a pleasant effect with "balanced asymmetry", when the subject is not in the center, but balanced by another subject.
Change the shooting angle
When you take a photo on your phone, you probably hold it at eye level and shoot, right? That's what everyone else does. Don't follow this trend if you want to take interesting, unexpected shots.
Taking a photo from a different angle provides new perspectives, even when it comes to a familiar place or object. Try shooting from above or below, crouching low to the ground or scaling a wall (if you're feeling ambitious). Just be careful not to break a leg in search of the perfect shot.
Direct the viewer's gaze
In photography, "leading lines" are lines that run through an image, attracting the viewer's eye and adding depth. These can be roads, buildings, or natural elements such as trees and waves.
Follow the leading lines and use them to direct the viewer's gaze towards the subject.
"Add depth"
It's easy to focus solely on the subject of a photograph, whether it's a person or a beautiful slice of pizza. But photos that contain layers, patterns, or objects in the background are more interesting because they offer greater depth.
"Photography is art"
Some photos on Instagram are so popular that they become clichés. They inspire followers to recreate the images.
Do not get so carried away with other people's photos that you lose your creativity.
If you want to stand out on Instagram, set yourself a goal to find a new perspective on a common theme. This way, you will create a distinctive and memorable personal brand.
"7 Ideas for Instagram Photos"
Now that you understand the principles of photography, let's talk about subjects.
There are certain items and topics that work well on social media. Since they generate visual interest, posting such content increases your visibility on Instagram.
Here are some ideas for Instagram stories.
1. Symmetry
Symmetry is pleasing to the eye, whether it appears in nature or in human creations. A symmetrical composition often highlights an object that may not be interesting on its own.
Another way to grab the viewer's attention is by breaking the symmetry.
2. Templates
"Our brain loves patterns. Our universal love for patterns explains the viral appeal of the mirrored rooms of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, which create endlessly repeating patterns of simple shapes and colors."
Look around. Architecture, design, and nature are sources of mesmerizing views.
3. Bright colors
"Minimalism and neutrality are in fashion, but sometimes you crave bold colors. Bright, saturated colors make us happy and give us energy. And when it comes to Instagram photography, they have a big impact on the small screen. Even a tall building can be beautiful."
4. Humor
For depression, head to Twitter. Instagram is a happy place, which means humor works great here. Especially in contrast to the perfectly curated and edited photos that circulate on the platform. Funny photos are a breath of fresh air for your audience. They show how easy-going you are about life.
5. Animals
"Some things work, even if we don't understand why. Photos on Instagram get more views if they feature a cute animal."
For the sake of fairness, it should be noted that this is the cheapest trick. But if you have a charming puppy, it would be unforgivable not to take a photo of him.
6. Food
The secret to great food photos? Shoot from above, use a photogenic environment, and natural lighting. The last one is especially important because people dining nearby definitely don't want to be disturbed by flashes.
"Use the portrait mode for taking pictures of food."
Each photo is a masterpiece! Don't hide unique shots from viewers in your phones and cameras. A worthy way to show your talent and preserve memories is to print photos on canvas.
7. People
Studies have shown that people enjoy looking at faces on Instagram.
"Photos with people receive almost 40% more likes than those without them."
To create an amazing portrait, follow the principles mentioned above. Use natural lighting, choose an attractive background, and explore shooting from different angles. Many phones have a portrait mode that optimizes lighting and focus. Use this setting.
When you are ready to publish photos on your account, you should take another skeptical look at them. Viewing images on your phone can be subjective. Upload the pictures to..."Editor Mapi7", создайте альбом Лайт и закажите печать. Инста-фото, напечатанные прямо на страницах альбома Лайт, выглядят также круто, как и в ленте.
On Instagram, photos live beautifully, but not for long. Therefore, do not let your photos go unnoticed. Take every opportunity to print your pictures.
