We do everything for the ‘gram, but sometimes it’s hard to get the perfect shot. There’s nothing worse than bad lighting, an unwanted photobomb or choosing the wrong filter. But don’t panic — the top Instagrammers are here with their tips!
Read on to see how to upgrade your pics — seriously life-changing!
1. “Experiment with cropping and negative space. An ordinary object can become extraordinary in a creative composition.” –Jonathan Lo
2. “It can be hard to fight the urge to post your brunch every weekend, or that cute kitten you have hanging around (especially when you know it will get a ton of likes), but I would at least try to ask yourself ‘Is there something unique or interesting I can bring to this platform today?’” — Jen Gotch
3. “When you’re shooting at sunset or in low light, make sure to turn on HDR on your iPhone camera. It’s able to capture more highlights and lowlights, which ultimately will make for a more dynamic image.” — Jessie Webster
4. “You have to have a real crush on what’s in front of you to take a good picture. No matter the subject, you have to be a believer in it, and you have to take the photo like you’re excited to share it with the world.” – Jimmy Marble
5. “Post often, and stay true to yourself.” – Kimberly Genevieve
6. “Be who you are and forget all the recipes. I post what I love, what I see with my eyes—it’s usually the most simple subjects, but it’s a color story or a texture appreciation. I don’t think too hard about it.†— Elise Mesner