Get That Perfect Pic

Tips for a Professional Shot with a Smartphone

Jay@RoRos

8/7/20232 min read

Resolution Revamp: Unleash the magic of high resolution! Set your phone’s camera to the highest quality to ensure your crafty masterpieces shine with stunning clarity. Whether you’re making a cosy quilt, a colourful painting, or a cute origami, you want to capture every detail and texture of your creations. High resolution will help you do just that, and make your crafts look more vibrant and professional.

HDR to the Rescue: Hail the HDR mode! It’s your trusty sidekick that helps capture every captivating detail, especially when lighting conditions are tricky. HDR stands for High Dynamic Range, and it works by taking multiple photos at different exposures and combining them into one optimal image. This way, you can avoid overexposed or underexposed areas, and balance the shadows and highlights of your crafts. HDR mode is especially useful when you’re photographing crafts with metallic, shiny, or reflective surfaces, or when you’re shooting outdoors in bright sunlight or indoors in low light.

Grid Lines Awesomeness: Activate the grid lines in your camera settings and be amazed by how they guide you in nailing perfect alignments and compositions. Grid lines divide your screen into nine equal parts, forming a 3x3 grid. You can use them to apply the rule of thirds, which is a popular technique in photography that places the main subject or focal point along one of the grid lines or at their intersections. This creates more visual interest and balance than placing the subject in the center of the frame. Grid lines can also help you align your crafts horizontally or vertically, and create symmetry or asymmetry in your photos.

Burst Mode Thrills: When your crafts are in full swing or dynamic, burst mode is the way to go! Capture multiple shots in quick succession and pick the crème de la crème! Burst mode is perfect for capturing crafts that involve movement, such as spinning pottery, flying kites, or popping balloons. It can also help you capture candid moments of joy and laughter as you and your fellow crafters have fun with your creations. To use burst mode, simply press and hold the shutter button on your phone’s camera app, and release it when you’re done. You can then review the photos and select the best ones to keep or share.

Embrace the Crafty Adventure: Let your creativity run wild! There’s no right or wrong in crafting, just pure fun and endless possibilities. Embrace the crafty adventure and enjoy every moment of it! Experiment with different materials, colors, shapes, and styles. Try new techniques or invent your own. Mix and match different crafts or combine them into one. The sky’s the limit when it comes to crafting, so don’t be afraid to explore and express yourself. Crafting is not only a hobby, but also a way of life. It can bring you happiness, relaxation, satisfaction, and inspiration. It can also connect you with other crafters who share your passion and enthusiasm.

So, fellow crafters, let’s make craft photography an extraordinary and delightful experience. Embrace the joy, spread the happiness, and let your crafting journey be filled with laughter, fun, and love! Get ready to dazzle the world with your unique crafts, one fantastically fun photo at a time! 📸🎉🎨