{"id":33157,"date":"2015-07-05T00:30:07","date_gmt":"2015-07-05T07:30:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/?p=33157"},"modified":"2019-12-12T12:02:28","modified_gmt":"2019-12-12T20:02:28","slug":"reflections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/reflections\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Tips For Capturing Spectacular Reflections In Your iPhone Photos"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you want to add a new dimension to your iPhone photography, capturing reflections is an excellent place to start. Not only is it great fun hunting out interesting reflections, but\u00a0the results will be incredibly beautiful\u00a0if you get it right. In this tutorial you&#8217;ll discover nine essential techniques for finding and shooting amazing reflections with your iPhone, as well as\u00a0creating your own unique reflection images using apps.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33195 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11409\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-31.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 31\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>1. Find A Reflective Surface<\/h2>\n<p>The first thing you need to find for a reflection photo is obviously a reflective surface. There are many different surfaces that you can use to capture reflections, and once you train your eye you&#8217;ll start to notice reflections everywhere!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33182 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11415\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-18.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 18\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some of the most beautiful reflection photos are created using <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/water-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">water<\/a>. When you&#8217;re out in nature, look for reflections in large bodies of water such as lakes, ponds and rivers.\u00a0You can capture wonderful sky reflections in these situations. The more interesting the sky, the more beautiful\u00a0the reflection will be.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33201 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11417\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-37.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 37\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But you don&#8217;t need large bodies of water for reflection photos. After a rain storm, venture outdoors and use the puddles on the ground to your advantage. You can <a href=\"\/puddle-water-reflections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">capture amazing reflections even in the smallest of puddles<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A tiny puddle can be incredibly effective if you shoot from the right angle. Try crouching down and<a href=\"\/low-angle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> shooting from a very low angle<\/a>. If you have a <a href=\"\/macro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">macro lens for your iPhone<\/a>, you could even try capturing reflections in tiny water droplets.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33199 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11421\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-35.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 35\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When taking <a href=\"https:\/\/iphonephotographyschool.com\/winter-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">winter photos<\/a>, ice can\u00a0work well for reflection\u00a0photography, creating a different take on the classic\u00a0water reflection image. Ice provides wonderful texture that will add an <a href=\"\/quick-tips-abstract\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">abstract quality to your photo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33197 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/21885\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-33.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with a9 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While water makes a great surface for reflection photography, it certainly isn&#8217;t the only reflective surface that you can use.\u00a0Look around for other surfaces that reflect light, then see what reflections you can capture in them with your iPhone.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33166 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11459\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-2.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with c6 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mirrors, glass, windows, a car windshield, sunglasses, shiny table tops, shiny floors, marbles, bubbles, and the screen of a phone or tablet are all great surfaces that will work for reflection photography. I used some old windows in a closet to create a spooky reflection of my daughter in the photo above.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33189 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11463\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-25.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 25\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A large urban building with a glass facade will make an amazing reflective surface for capturing\u00a0reflections of other buildings, people, trees, etc.<\/p>\n<p>And don&#8217;t forget about metallic surfaces. Buildings with shiny metal exteriors, the roof of your car, a train track, or even a small spoon will all reflect objects in their shiny surfaces.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Include An Interesting Subject<\/h2>\n<p>Of course, once you\u2019ve found a nice reflective surface, you need\u00a0to have an interesting subject to capture as a reflection. Using a human for a subject is always attention grabbing, especially if they&#8217;re wearing bright\u00a0colored clothing or you capture them in an interesting pose.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33198 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11465\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-34.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 34\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But you can use anything as a subject, just as long as its reflection\u00a0will make the photo more interesting and thought-provoking. <a href=\"\/tree-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Trees<\/a>, <a href=\"\/buildings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">buildings<\/a>, animals, bicycles, boats and bridges\u00a0are all great subjects to use in your reflection photos.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33216 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11469\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-52.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 52\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This jetty in the water makes a stunning reflection with all of its intricate <a href=\"\/lines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lines<\/a> and shapes. The <a href=\"\/dramatic-skies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cloudy sky adds drama to the image<\/a>, and the person stood at the end is an extra\u00a0bonus that helps\u00a0create a story.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33179 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11472\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-15.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 15\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Be observant and actively look for anything that makes a dynamic and fascinating reflection. As I was photographing the reflection of a\u00a0boat at the foggy riverbank above, a grey heron flew over which\u00a0created an interesting additional reflection. I\u2019m glad I was ready with my camera!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33187 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/21894\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-23.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 23\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/props\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Using a prop<\/a> along with your subject, or as the main subject itself, helps to create more interesting reflection photos. I love to use umbrellas in my puddle reflection photos. Their shape and color creates a very strong visual impact.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Capture Reflected Colors &amp; Skies<\/h2>\n<p>While an intriguing\u00a0subject is key to a good reflection photo, remember that an interesting sky can act as a great subject for your reflection photos.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33203 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11509\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-39.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 39\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If the sky has dramatic cloud formations or beautiful colors, it&#8217;s likely to make a great reflection in water, glass, metal or any other shiny surface.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33171 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11564\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-7.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with c7 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it will be the colors and tones in the reflections that provide the most visual interest in the photo. Photographing water or other reflective surfaces\u00a0during <a href=\"\/golden-hour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">golden hour<\/a> (just after sunrise and just before sunset)\u00a0is often the best time to capture stunning colors in your reflections.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33185 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11575\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-21.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with s5 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Look for ways to bring out the natural colors in your reflection so that they become\u00a0the main feature. Try shooting from different angles to capture the light from the best viewpoint.<\/p>\n<p>Adjust the exposure if necessary (by swiping up or down on the screen after tapping to set focus) so that the reflection colors are captured in all their glory.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not just the sky that will create wonderful colors in reflections. Look for other colorful objects that appear in water and other reflective surfaces, such as green trees, brightly colored\u00a0flowers, or the clothing of your subject.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33170 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11578\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-6.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 6\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The green reflection of the trees and the blue of the sky make a great backdrop for this lonely little duck swimming in the river.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Emphasize Symmetry<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"\/finding-symmetry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Symmetrical compositions<\/a> are incredibly striking and pleasing to the eye. There&#8217;s a sense of balance and harmony in a symmetrical image, and because reflections naturally create a mirror image within the scene, we can easily use them to create powerful symmetry.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33188 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11579\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-24.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 24\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Usually when creating a symmetrical photo, the image\u00a0is divided in half with the line of symmetry going either horizontally or vertically. This creates a perfect mirror image.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33208 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11581\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-44.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 44\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve found a reflection with an interesting subject or strong focal point in a landscape, accentuate the symmetry by composing the photo so that the\u00a0line of symmetry (where the reflection meets the actual subject) is perfectly central.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33206 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11583\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-42.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with c6 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can switch on the grid in the camera app to help you line everything up (Settings &gt; Photos &amp; Camera &gt; Grid). If you notice the symmetry isn&#8217;t perfectly central after taking the photo, you can always crop the image\u00a0a little in post-processing to get the line of symmetry in the middle.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33260 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11586\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-64.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with m3 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While water reflection photos always have a horizontal line of symmetry, a vertical reflective surface such as the mirrored glass of this\u00a0building will create an image with vertical symmetry. Again, just make sure that the line of symmetry is perfectly central.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Experiment With Your\u00a0Viewpoint<\/h2>\n<p>The great thing about reflections is that you can create so many different versions of the image by <a href=\"\/point-of-view\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">changing the angle and viewpoint that you shoot from<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33202 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11588\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-38.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 38\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One option is to get really close to the reflective surface to eliminate all of the surroundings in the scene. That way you capture just the reflection of your subject. This can create an intriguing image, and the viewer might not realize it&#8217;s a reflection until they look closer.<\/p>\n<p>Another option is to shoot from a distance so that you include the reflection, the subject and some of the surroundings in the frame, which is what I did in the photo below.\u00a0I think using this technique was a good choice here as it emphasizes just how small that puddle is.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33219 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11589\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-55.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 55\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To make this photo even more interesting, I decided to compose the shot with only the bottom half of my subject in the frame. This emphasizes the top half of the subject which is reflected in the puddle.\u00a0If you shoot from a low angle, you&#8217;ll\u00a0get more of your subject reflected in the water.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33184 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11591\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-20.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 20\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Including an object in the foreground of a reflection photo can add another dimension to the image. If composed correctly, you\u00a0can create an intriguing photo where it&#8217;s difficult to tell what&#8217;s reflected and what isn&#8217;t. Plants, <a href=\"\/leaves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">leaves<\/a> and flowers\u00a0work really well as foreground interest around water reflections.<\/p>\n<p>Another creative way to present a reflection is by flipping the photo in post-processing.\u00a0The photo below\u00a0shows an un-flipped version\u00a0of\u00a0a river on a foggy morning with trees and geese reflected in its surface.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33174 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11592\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-10.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 10\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The next photo, which is a similar composition, was flipped upside down.\u00a0It almost tricks the viewer into seeing the photo in a normal perspective.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33173 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11594\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-9.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 9\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At first you might not realize that the trees and sky are a reflection.\u00a0Flipping your reflection photos\u00a0is a great way of holding the viewer&#8217;s attention for longer while they work out what&#8217;s going on.<\/p>\n<p>When photographing reflections, think about how much of your actual subject you want to include in the photo. You might want to capture the whole subject and its reflection. Or maybe it would be more interesting to just include part of the subject and all of its reflection.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33217 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11595\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-53.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 53\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the\u00a0photo above I thought it would be more intriguing to just include the lower half of my four children walking through this puddle. I also flipped the photo to make it more interesting.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33181 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11598\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-17.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 17\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here I chose to just include my daughter&#8217;s feet, with the rest of the image taken up by the reflections in the puddle. I also flipped this image upside down.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Capture Texture In Reflections<\/h2>\n<p>Rather than always photographing still bodies of water, capturing ripples and waves on the water&#8217;s surface can help you capture interesting textures and patterns in your reflection photos.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33172 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11599\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-8.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 8\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The reflection of this beautiful colored sky in the ripples on the water creates a stunning and almost painterly effect. The moving water creates distortions in the reflection, making the reflection of the\u00a0tree more interesting and dynamic.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33180 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11601\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-16.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with a2 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re photographing a still body of water, you could make your own waves by moving your hand around in the water or using a stick to make splashes. Or try throwing a stone into the water to create wonderful concentric circles.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33220 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11602\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-56.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 56\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If it&#8217;s raining, try capturing the splash of raindrops in water. This creates amazing\u00a0shapes and textures that add an extra dimension to your reflection photos.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Use Minimal\u00a0Composition<\/h2>\n<p>A good way to make your subject stand out in a reflection photo is to include\u00a0lots of <a href=\"\/negative-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">empty negative space<\/a> in your composition. Negative space helps to define and isolate your subject for maximum impact.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33175 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11603\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-11.jpg\" alt=\"Processed with VSCOcam with a2 preset\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/minimalist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Minimalist compositions<\/a> are very appealing because the eyes are drawn immediately to the subject. With nothing but empty space in the rest of your photo, there&#8217;s nothing to distract your attention from the subject.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33222 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11604\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-58.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 58\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even if your subject is quite small within the frame, it will still have a big impact if you surround it with empty space.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33196 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11605\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-32.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 32\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Reflection photos that contain a lot of negative space tend to evoke feelings of peace and tranquility.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Create Abstract Reflections<\/h2>\n<p>Reflections often transform the usual into the unusual. Using reflections that naturally occur on windows, combined with a human subject, can\u00a0make\u00a0a wonderful abstract portrait photo. Instead of trying to diminish the reflection on the window, use it to create something distinctive and unusual.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33213 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11606\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-49.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 49\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This portrait of my daughter was taken on a window that reflects the trees in our yard. To create the shot, I asked my daughter to stand inside the house looking out through the window.<\/p>\n<p>I took the shot from outside, where I&#8217;ve managed to capture the reflections of the trees combined with my daughter&#8217;s face behind the glass.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26889 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/4035\/1120\/iPhone-Portrait-Photography-5.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Portrait Photography 5\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I love to use this as a unique way to feature my children in abstract portraits. What&#8217;s outside your window will determine what kind of reflections you can capture, so if you live in a city, your window reflections might include tall buildings rather than trees.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33186 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11607\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-22.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 22\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Try to be\u00a0creative and original. Experiment with different ways of composing and cropping the photo until you\u00a0create a unique\u00a0abstract\u00a0images that will instantly catch the viewer&#8217;s eye.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Create Reflections In Post-Processing<\/h2>\n<p>If you can&#8217;t find\u00a0a good reflective surface, you can always cheat and create reflections using apps! When I took the photo below I loved the detail in the sky and the <a href=\"\/quick-tips-silhouettes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">silhouettes<\/a> of the trees,\u00a0but wasn&#8217;t so keen on the large area of black at the bottom of the photo.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33204 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11608\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-40.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 40\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I wished there had been water there so that I could have captured this color and detail in a reflection. Luckily, I could easily create this effect using the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/reflect-mirror-camera\/id898143628?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Reflect Mirror Camera app<\/a> ($1.99).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33223 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11609\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-59.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 59\" width=\"320\" height=\"568\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To add a reflection using this app, import the photo then\u00a0tap on the place where you want the reflection to start. Slide your finger up and down to fine tune the placement of the reflection.\u00a0The Presets tab lets you choose from a variety of reflection types and surfaces.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33224 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11610\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-60.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 60\" width=\"320\" height=\"568\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Edit tab lets you make further adjustments by changing the displacement, blur and brightness of the water. You can even edit in fog using the Fog tab.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33225 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11612\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-61.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 61\" width=\"320\" height=\"568\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The FX tab includes other effects and filters, as well as objects\u00a0that you can add into your image.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33227 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11614\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-63.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 63\" width=\"320\" height=\"568\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I added birds to my photo and even erased a few using the masking tool.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33205 ip-cdn\" src=\"https:\/\/images.iphonephotographyschool.com\/11615\/1120\/iPhone-Photo-Reflections-41.jpg\" alt=\"iPhone Photo Reflections 41\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s my final image that I created using the Reflect app. It&#8217;s very realistic and creates a much more interesting and beautiful picture\u00a0than the original.<\/p>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve seen throughout this tutorial, there&#8217;s no end to the kinds of reflection photos you can create. 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