Terroir - Intro to Cell Phone Photography

Resources

• National Geographic - How to Take Camera Phone Pictures

Basic Concepts

Lighting

• Avoid direct sunlight, have subject stand in brightest patch of shade
• Avoid backlighting subject (unless it's on purpose)
• Enjoy shooting during the "Magic Hour" (sunrise/sunset), the golden light makes your photographs look amazing
• Low light settings? Make sure to stabilize your phone by bracing your arms against your body. Pay attention to your breath.

Framing the Shot

• Use the rule of thirds when framing your shots
  • Do a Google image search on 'rule of thirds photography' to get some ideas about this principle
  • Many phone cameras give you the option to display a grid while shooting.
• Foreground and Background
  • Notice what is in the background of your shot.
  • Change your angle or move closer to your subject so that the background supports the image or at least does not distract from the subject.