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Typically, we use the Pano Mode feature on our phones to capture horizontal landscape photos, resulting in panoramic images that contain a greater amount of content.  Did you know that this mode can also be used to produce vertical shots? To do so, simply operate the Pano Mode as you normally would but instead of panning your device from left to right, gradually tilt it upwards to capture a vertically oriented scene. This is a photo using the regular Photo Mode. This is the same photo in Pano Mode panning vertically upwards. See how much more content we got into...

The most conventional way of taking photos is by capturing them at eye level. However, you can make your photos more intriguing by changing your perspective. You can do this by either getting low to the ground or elevating yourself on an object. But, did you know that there is yet another way to create a distinct and exceptional perspective?  It's as simple as flipping your phone upside down!  Assume the standard position for taking a photo from a low angle and then flip your phone upside down to witness how the perspective is amplified. Just make sure to keep...

Do you feel like you could use more photography skills and techniques? One great way to learn more about photography is to take a course.  Many online courses are now offered specifically for mobile photography. Camera phones are now being used by professional photographers – that’s how good they have become! Here are three top-rated online courses to learn more about phone photography. Mobile Photography from Alison Alison is an online learning platform that offers courses on various topics, including mobile photography.  The Alison course on mobile photography covers topics such as the basics of photography, composition, lighting, editing, and...

When doing a photo shoot with a person in a landscape setting with the horizon line visible, like a beach or a desert for example, make sure to position your model and the horizon line carefully. Take a look at what happens when you position the horizon line at the model’s neck area. Placing the horizon line at the neck area creates a visual cut-off and a negative feeling for the viewer. Now, take a look at what happens when you place the horizon line above the head or well below the head of your model. Change your perspective and...

Do you like photo books? Photo books from renowned and less-known photographers make great coffee table books and awesome conversation starters. Did you know that you could create your very own photo book with a selection of phone photos? Camera phones are now so sophisticated that they offer excellent print quality, so why not print your very own photo book from some of your favorite photos!  Websites like Blurb let you design, print, and distribute your books.  They offer a user-friendly graphics tool to create the book and let you keep complete creative control of the design and look. You...