{"id":24897,"date":"2019-10-29T00:30:15","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T07:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/?p=24897"},"modified":"2020-03-14T10:36:35","modified_gmt":"2020-03-14T17:36:35","slug":"mobile-photography-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/mobile-photography-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Mobile Photography Tips Every Photographer Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to take stunning photos with your mobile phone? Mobile photography may seem daunting. But with a few simple tricks, you&#8217;ll be able to shoot the kind of photos you never thought possible! Read on to discover 12 mobile photography tips that will dramatically improve your photos.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22524\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Table Of Contents: Mobile Photography Tips<\/h2>\n<p>Click any title link below to go straight to that section of the article:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#Clean Lens\">1. Clean The Lenses For Crystal Clear Photos<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Focus\">2. Set The Focus To Ensure Your Subject Is Always Sharp<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Exposure\">3. Adjust Exposure For Perfect Brightness Levels<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#HDR\">4. Use HDR For Evenly-Lit Photos With Amazing Detail<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Portrait Mode\">5. Shoot In Portrait Mode To Create Gorgeous Blurred Backgrounds<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Burst Mode\">6. Activate Burst Mode For Incredible Action Shots<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Zoom\">7. Switch Between iPhone Lenses To Zoom In Or Out<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Camera Steady\">8. Keep Your Camera Steady For Sharp, Shake-Free Shots<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Rule Of Thirds\">9. Use The Rule Of Thirds To Compose Beautiful Mobile Photos<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Leading Lines\">10. Use Leading Lines For Powerful Images With Incredible Depth<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Perspective\">11. Experiment With Different Perspectives For More Unique Images<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Simplify Composition\">12. Simplify Your Compositions For The Most Striking Shots<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Clean Lens\">1. Clean The Lenses For Crystal Clear Photos<\/h2>\n<p>Your mobile phone spends a lot of time in your hands, as well as your purse or pocket.<\/p>\n<p>And as a result, the camera&#8217;s lenses can get covered in dirt, dust, and fingerprints.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26983\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A dirty lens will leave smudges, blurs, or dust spots on your photos.<\/p>\n<p>And that won&#8217;t look good!<\/p>\n<p>So here&#8217;s the first of our mobile photography tips:<\/p>\n<p>If you want <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/sharp-iphone-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">clear and sharp photos<\/a>, clean your phone&#8217;s lenses!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22520\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Use a soft cloth (or even your t-shirt) to gently wipe the lens.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/beach-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shooting at the beach<\/a> or in dusty conditions, blow on the lens first. This will remove any sand or dust that may scratch the lens.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22545\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Cleaning your iPhone lenses might seem obvious. But most people don&#8217;t remember to do it.<\/p>\n<p>So get into the habit of cleaning the lenses on your phone.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26984\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It will make a big difference to the clarity of your photos.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Focus\">2. Set The Focus To Ensure Your Subject Is Always Sharp<\/h2>\n<p>Even if your lens is perfectly clean, sometimes your subject just doesn&#8217;t look sharp.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s because the camera&#8217;s autofocus doesn&#8217;t always focus where you want it to.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure your subject is always in sharp focus, you&#8217;ll need to set the focus point manually.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27021\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, how do you <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/focus-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">set iPhone camera focus<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s actually super-easy!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22518\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Simply compose your shot, then tap on the screen where you want to set focus.<\/p>\n<p>(You&#8217;d normally want to set focus on your main subject.)<\/p>\n<p>A yellow box will appear to indicate the focus point.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27009\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now, just press the shutter button to take your photo.<\/p>\n<p>The area that you set focus on will appear crisp and sharp.<\/p>\n<p>Anything in front of or behind the focus point may appear out of focus.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22519\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Setting the focus is one of the best mobile photography tips you can learn.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s so simple to set focus. And it results in beautifully sharp photos that will stun the viewer!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Exposure\">3. Adjust Exposure For Perfect Brightness Levels<\/h2>\n<p>Do your photos often turn out too bright (over-exposed) or too dark (under-exposed)?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22521\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It doesn&#8217;t have to be this way!<\/p>\n<p>So, how do you ensure your photos have the perfect level of brightness?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22526\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You simply adjust the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/exposure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">exposure<\/a> (brightness) before you take a picture.<\/p>\n<p>Adjusting exposure in the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone Camera app<\/a> is easy.<\/p>\n<p>Start by tapping to set focus. Then swipe up or down to adjust exposure.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27010\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Swipe up to make the image brighter. Or swipe down to make it darker.<\/p>\n<p>Try to ensure the most important parts of the scene are exposed correctly.<\/p>\n<p>When they&#8217;re correctly exposed, they&#8217;ll have plenty of color and detail.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22582\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Of course, sometimes you might want to deliberately under or over-expose your photo.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, you&#8217;ll need to reduce exposure to create a <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/silhouette-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">silhouette photo<\/a> where your\u00a0subject appears completely black.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22524\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Or you might want to increase exposure to create a photo with bright, clean whites.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22525\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As you can see, the iPhone&#8217;s exposure feature offers amazing control over the brightness of your photos.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you&#8217;re photographing a high-contrast scene, it can be difficult to achieve a good exposure.<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, the iPhone camera offers a great solution!<\/p>\n<p>Read on to discover one of the best mobile photography tips for capturing well-exposed photos of high-contrast scenes.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"HDR\">4. Use HDR For Evenly-Lit Photos With Amazing Detail<\/h2>\n<p>Taking photos of high-contrast scenes can be a problem when it comes to exposure.<\/p>\n<p>A high-contrast scene has both dark and bright areas &#8211; such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/landscape-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">landscape<\/a> with a bright sky and dark foreground.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22531\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you take a photo, the camera struggles to capture detail in both the shadows (dark areas) and the highlights (bright areas).<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll usually end up with one of two problems:<\/p>\n<p>Either the highlights will be correctly exposed, but the shadows will appear too dark. Or the shadows will be correctly exposed, but the highlights will appear too bright.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22522\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, the iPhone camera has an amazing feature that helps you create more evenly-lit photos.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s called <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/hdr-meaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HDR<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. And it allows you to capture\u00a0detail in both the shadows and the highlights.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22532\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, how do you shoot HDR photos with your iPhone?<\/p>\n<p>First, you need to check your HDR settings. Open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> app from the Home screen, and select <strong>Camera<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27014\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you want your iPhone camera to automatically shoot HDR photos whenever it needs to, ensure <strong>Smart HDR<\/strong>\u00a0(Auto HDR on older iPhones) is switched\u00a0on. When you shoot, you won&#8217;t need to think about using HDR &#8211; your camera will do the work for you!<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;d prefer to control the HDR setting manually in the Camera app, switch <strong>Smart HDR<\/strong> off in Settings. With Smart HDR switched off, you&#8217;ll see an\u00a0<strong>HDR<\/strong> icon at the top of the Camera app. Use this icon to turn HDR on whenever you want to shoot HDR photos.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27013\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With HDR on, you can shoot beautiful photos with perfect exposure throughout the entire scene.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22529\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"Portrait Mode\">5. Shoot In Portrait Mode To Create Gorgeous Blurred Backgrounds<\/h2>\n<p>Do you want to shoot professional-looking photos with dreamy, blurred backgrounds?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22613\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You might think this is impossible with mobile phone photography.<\/p>\n<p>But you don&#8217;t need a professional DSLR camera to <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/how-to-blur-background-on-iphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">blur the background in your photos<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If your iPhone camera has <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/portrait-mode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Portrait mode<\/a>, you can easily blur the background when taking pictures.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27003\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Portrait mode is available in the built-in Camera app on the following iPhones:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-11-vs-iphone-11-pro-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-xs-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone XS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-xs-vs-iphone-xs-max-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone XS Max<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/iphone-xr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone XR<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-x-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone X<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-8-plus-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone 8 Plus<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-7-plus-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone 7 Plus<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Portrait mode uses depth-effect software to keep your foreground subject sharp while blurring the background.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22528\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, how do you use Portrait mode?<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s simple!<\/p>\n<p>In the iPhone Camera app, select the <strong>Portrait<\/strong> shooting mode at the bottom of the screen.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26997\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Compose your shot, making sure your subject is between two and eight feet away. (The depth-effect won&#8217;t work if your subject is too close or too far away.)<\/p>\n<p>When you see the words <strong>Natural Light<\/strong> in yellow, you&#8217;re ready to take a shot.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27025\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Press the shutter button to take a stunning photo with a beautifully blurred background!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27002\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, you might not like the blur effect in a photo. But that&#8217;s not a problem!<\/p>\n<p>You can easily remove the blur and revert to the regular version of the image.<\/p>\n<p>Simply open your portrait photo in the <strong>Photos<\/strong> app, then tap\u00a0<strong>Edit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26999\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tap the yellow<strong> Portrait<\/strong> option at the top of the screen to remove the blur effect from your photo. You can turn the blur back on at any time by tapping\u00a0<strong>Portrait<\/strong> again.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27001\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you have the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, XS, XS Max, or XR, Portrait mode also has a feature called <strong>Depth-control<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Depth-control allows you to adjust the strength of the background blur&#8230; after taking the photo.<\/p>\n<p>To adjust the background blur, open your photo in the <strong>Photos<\/strong> app, then tap\u00a0<strong>Edit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you have one of the iPhone 11 models, tap the <strong>f-number<\/strong> icon at the top left of the screen. (On older iPhones, you don&#8217;t need to do this.)<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27000\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll see the <strong>Depth<\/strong> slider beneath your image. Drag the slider left or right to make the blur stronger or weaker.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26998\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you&#8217;ve finished editing your Portrait mode photo, tap\u00a0<strong>Done<\/strong> to save the changes.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Burst Mode\">6. Activate Burst Mode For Incredible Action Shots<\/h2>\n<p>Do you find it hard to capture great action photos of <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/moving-subjects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">moving subjects<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>Do you often miss the perfect shot because you don&#8217;t press the shutter button at exactly the right moment?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22542\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is a common problem when shooting subjects that are moving.<\/p>\n<p>But the iPhone has a <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-camera-features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hidden camera feature<\/a> that helps you shoot amazing action photos.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s called <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-burst-mode\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">burst mode!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22538\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once you discover burst mode, you&#8217;ll be able to capture perfect action shots every time!<\/p>\n<p>So what is burst mode? And how do you use it?<\/p>\n<p>If you have one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-11-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone 11 cameras<\/a>, activate burst mode by sliding the shutter button to the left. The camera will keep taking photos in quick succession until you release your finger.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26996\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you have iPhone XS or older, just hold down the shutter button to activate burst mode.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26995\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Within the burst of images that you capture, you should have at least one photo with your subject in the perfect position or pose.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22565\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To avoid filling up your iPhone, you can keep the best images from the burst and delete the rest.<\/p>\n<p>To select the photos you want to keep, open the\u00a0<strong>Photos<\/strong> app. Find your burst and tap to open it.<\/p>\n<p>Tap\u00a0<strong>Select<\/strong>\u00a0at the bottom of the screen. Scroll through\u00a0the images\u00a0and select the ones you like. Tap\u00a0<strong>Done<\/strong>, then choose to keep only the photos you selected.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22605\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Burst mode is such an easy camera feature to use. And it will instantly improve your chances of shooting stunning action photos.<\/p>\n<p>So ensure you use it whenever there&#8217;s movement or unpredictability in the scene.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22607\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Burst mode is perfect for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/quick-tips-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">photographing children<\/a> and animals.\u00a0It&#8217;s also great for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/street-photography-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">street photography<\/a>\u00a0and capturing people on the move.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use it to capture stunning water splash images.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22539\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Burst mode really will take your cell phone photography to the next level!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Zoom\">7. Switch Between iPhone Lenses To Zoom In Or Out<\/h2>\n<p>Do you have an iPhone with a dual-lens or triple-lens camera?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27026\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If so, you can easily zoom in and out by <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-11-lenses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">switching between the iPhone camera lenses<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Zooming in allows you to capture a closer view of the scene. And zooming out lets you capture a wider angle of view.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22517\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The lenses that you have will depend on which iPhone model you own.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-11-vs-iphone-11-pro-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>iPhone 11 Pro<\/strong> and <strong>iPhone 11 Pro Max<\/strong><\/a> have three lenses: <strong>Wide<\/strong>, <strong>Ultra Wide<\/strong>, and <strong>Telephoto<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27028\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>iPhone 11<\/strong> has two lenses: <strong>Wide<\/strong> and <strong>Ultra Wide<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27027\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-xs-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone XS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-xs-vs-iphone-xs-max-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">XS Max<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-x-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">X<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-8-plus-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8 Plus<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-7-plus-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">7 Plus<\/a> all have two lenses: <strong>Wide<\/strong> and\u00a0<strong>Telephoto<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Single-lens iPhones just have the <strong>Wide<\/strong> lens.<\/p>\n<p>So, how do you switch between lenses when taking pictures?<\/p>\n<p>You use the\u00a0<strong>Zoom<\/strong> icons (<strong>0.5x<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>1x<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>2x<\/strong>) at the bottom of the viewfinder.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27029\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>0.5x<\/strong> is the <strong>Ultra Wide<\/strong> lens. <strong>1x<\/strong> is the <strong>Wide lens<\/strong>. And <strong>2x <\/strong>is the <strong>Telephoto<\/strong> lens.<\/p>\n<p>Note that you&#8217;ll only see the icons for the lenses that you have on your iPhone.<\/p>\n<p>To use the <strong>Wide<\/strong> lens, ensure <strong>1x<\/strong> is selected.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26988\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This lens has a moderately wide angle of view which makes it suitable for most shooting situations.<\/p>\n<p>To switch to the\u00a0<strong>Ultra Wide<\/strong> lens, tap <strong>0.5x<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26986\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This allows you to zoom out to capture more of the scene in your photo. It&#8217;s perfect for shooting <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/landscape-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">landscapes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/busy-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cityscapes<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/architecture-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">architecture<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Tap\u00a0<strong>2x<\/strong> to switch to the\u00a0<strong>Telephoto<\/strong> lens.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/26989\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This lens allows you to zoom in and capture a closer view of the subject. It&#8217;s great for situations where you can&#8217;t physically get closer to your subject.<\/p>\n<p>Below are three photos of the same scene captured with the\u00a0Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto lenses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27016\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><em>Ultra Wide Lens<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27017\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><em>Wide Lens<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27015\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><em>Telephoto Lens<\/em><\/p>\n<p>As you can see, you get very different results depending on which lens you shoot with.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re not sure which lens to use, why not capture the scene with each lens and then compare the results!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Camera Steady\">8. Keep Your Camera Steady For Sharp, Shake-Free Shots<\/h2>\n<p>Do your photos sometimes turn out blurry?<\/p>\n<p>A common cause of blurry photos is camera-shake.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22551\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Camera-shake happens if you move the camera (even very slightly) when taking a photo.<\/p>\n<p>Now, in bright light conditions, some slight camera movement usually isn&#8217;t a problem.<\/p>\n<p>Because when there&#8217;s lots of light, the camera uses a fast shutter speed (to avoid too much light getting in).<\/p>\n<p>A fast shutter speed freezes any movement in the scene, including camera movement. So in bright light, your shots will usually be nice and sharp.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22514\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But in low light conditions, the camera has to use a slower shutter speed. This lets more light in over a longer period of time.<\/p>\n<p>During this longer exposure time, any movement (including camera movement) will be captured as a blur or streak.<\/p>\n<p>And this is why you often get blurry photos when <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/low-light\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shooting in low light<\/a> or at <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/shoot-at-night\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">night<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To capture sharp photos in low light, you need to keep the camera really steady.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22591\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you have an <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-tripod\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone tripod<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-tripod-mount\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iPhone tripod mount<\/a>, you can use them to keep your iPhone perfectly still when shooting.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22590\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But what if you don&#8217;t have a tripod?<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few mobile photography tips for keeping your phone steady when you don&#8217;t have a tripod:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rest your iPhone on a solid surface, such as a wall or rock.<\/li>\n<li>Hold your iPhone with both hands, making sure you have a good tight grip.<\/li>\n<li>Lean against a wall or tree to steady your body.<\/li>\n<li>Position your elbows against your body to keep your arms steady.<\/li>\n<li>Crouch down and rest your iPhone on your knee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just do whatever you can to keep your iPhone as still as possible &#8211; especially when shooting in low light.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22587\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you do this, you&#8217;ll get the sharpest shots possible. And blurry iPhone photos will be a thing of the past!<\/p>\n<p>If you have one of the iPhone 11 models, you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/iphone-night-mode-camera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Night mode<\/a> when shooting in low light. This camera feature helps you capture sharper night photos with better color and detail.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27030\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But even with Night mode, you&#8217;ll still get the best results by keeping your camera as steady as possible!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Rule Of Thirds\">9. Use The Rule Of Thirds To Compose Beautiful Mobile Photos<\/h2>\n<p>Getting sharp, well-exposed photos is crucial. But composition is\u00a0equally important.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"10 Composition Tips For Taking Better iPhone Photos\" href=\"\/composition-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Good composition<\/a> is what sets apart an average photo from an amazing one.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22513\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Composing a visually pleasing image involves careful positioning of the important elements in the frame.<\/p>\n<p>So how do you decide where to place your main subject or <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/focal-point\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">focal point<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>You use the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/rule-of-thirds-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rule of thirds<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>The &#8220;rule&#8221; states that you should position the most important elements off-center &#8211; rather than in the middle of the frame.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22554\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"320\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This creates more balanced and natural compositions &#8211; compositions that are engaging and pleasing to the eye.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, the iPhone camera has a handy tool to help you compose using the rule of thirds.<\/p>\n<p>What is this tool?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s called the\u00a0<strong>camera grid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22555\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To switch on the gridlines, open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> app from the Home screen of your iPhone.<\/p>\n<p>Scroll down and select <strong>Camera<\/strong>. Then ensure the\u00a0<strong>Grid<\/strong> option is switched <strong>on<\/strong> (green).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27011\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now, open the <strong>Camera<\/strong> app.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see two horizontal lines and two vertical lines in the viewfinder.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22556\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now you can use the grid to help you position the key elements in your photo.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you could position your main subject on one of the vertical lines, or where two gridlines meet.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22558\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re shooting landscape photos, position the horizon along\u00a0the top or bottom gridline &#8211; rather than across the middle of the frame.<\/p>\n<p>(You can also use the gridlines to ensure the horizon is perfectly level).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22559\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The iPhone camera grid allows you to compose stunning photos using the rule of thirds.<\/p>\n<p>So make sure you switch it on. And use it to help you decide where to position the most important parts of the scene.<\/p>\n<p>But remember, rules are made to be broken! So once you&#8217;ve mastered the rule of thirds, try breaking it on purpose.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27031\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, placing your subject in the middle of the frame can create a striking image.<\/p>\n<p>And if the scene is symmetrical, you can use a central composition to <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/shooting-symmetry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">create perfect symmetry in your photo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22593\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Leading Lines\">10. Use Leading Lines For Powerful Images With Incredible Depth<\/h2>\n<p>Do your images often look flat and lifeless?<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s one of the best mobile photography tips to avoid this:<\/p>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/leading-lines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">leading lines<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27007\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Leading lines are lines that lead from the foreground to the background of the scene.<\/p>\n<p>A leading line could be a path, a road, a river, or a railway line.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22572\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It could be a fence, a wall, a bridge, or a row of trees.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22560\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It could even be footprints in the snow or the water&#8217;s edge at the beach.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22579\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can use anything as a leading line &#8211; as long as it draws the viewer&#8217;s eye into the image.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure the leading line <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/depth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">creates a sense of depth in your photo<\/a>, frame the shot so that the line starts in the foreground.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22606\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The line should either lead into the distance or towards your main subject.<\/p>\n<p>This is such a simple composition technique. But it will have a huge impact on your mobile photography.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22571\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So whenever you&#8217;re out shooting, look for leading lines. Then use them to create incredible depth in your pictures.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Perspective\">11. Experiment With Different Perspectives For More Unique Images<\/h2>\n<p>Most people take photos from chest height while standing.<\/p>\n<p>But you&#8217;ll get far more interesting photos by <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/perspective\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shooting from a different perspective<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22567\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So, always look for an alternative point of view when taking pictures.<\/p>\n<p>Would the scene look more interesting if you <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/low-angle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shoot from a low angle<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>Try crouching, kneeling, or even lying on the ground.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22574\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Shooting from a low perspective is great for making foreground subjects loom large in your photo.<\/p>\n<p>You could also try shooting straight up at a tall building, tree canopy, or decorative ceiling.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22626\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What about shooting from a high vantage point?<\/p>\n<p>Could you capture a more unique photo by looking down on your subject?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22561\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You could also <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/nature-close-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">get closer to your subject<\/a> to capture its intricate detail.<\/p>\n<p>You can create fabulous <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/abstracts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">abstract images<\/a> by getting close and filling the frame.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22578\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s another perspective technique you can try:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/framing-composition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shoot through a &#8220;frame,&#8221;<\/a> such as an archway, doorway, or window.<\/p>\n<p>This adds wonderful foreground interest to your photo. And it draws the eye through the frame towards the background.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22580\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For really unique images, try <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/shoot-through-objects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shooting through a semi-transparent object<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You could use frosted glass or a window with water droplets.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22602\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can create wonderfully abstract images using this method.<\/p>\n<p>So remember: Don&#8217;t always go for the obvious shot.<\/p>\n<p>Try to come up with some different mobile photography ideas where you can shoot from\u00a0a more unique angle.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22569\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It will make a huge difference to your photography!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Simplify Composition\">12. Simplify Your Compositions For The Most Striking Shots<\/h2>\n<p>The best photos are often the most simple ones.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22552\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If there&#8217;s too much going on in the scene, your photo will be confusing. The viewer won&#8217;t know what to focus their attention on.<\/p>\n<p>So, always aim to simplify your compositions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22584\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>How do you create simple compositions?<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few mobile photography tips for creating simple, striking photos:<\/p>\n<p>First, try to include only one main subject in your photo. The more subjects you have, the more confusing the photo will be.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22581\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Second, ensure the background isn&#8217;t too busy or distracting.<\/p>\n<p>You might need to change your shooting angle to eliminate distractions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27022\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Try taking a few steps to the left or right.<\/p>\n<p>Or get down low so that you can include more sky in your photo.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/22553\/1120\/mobile-photography-tips.jpg\" alt=\"mobile photography tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Another option is to get closer and fill the entire frame with your subject.<\/p>\n<p>This is an easy way to remove the background completely.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27018\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And finally, try to include lots of empty space in your picture.<\/p>\n<p>In photography, this empty space is called <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/negative-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;negative space.&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/27032\/1120\/Mobile-Photography-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Mobile Photography Tips\" width=\"560\" height=\"auto\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Including large areas of negative space helps draw attention to your subject.<\/p>\n<p>And it creates wonderful, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/minimalist-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">minimalist photos<\/a> that really catch the eye.<\/p>\n<p>So don&#8217;t forget one of the most important mobile photography tips:<\/p>\n<p>Keep your compositions simple. 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