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Unique perspective — go low for high impact

Shooting from ground level changes how your subject interacts with space and light. It adds drama, surprise, and storytelling potential — especially in scenes that feel ordinary at eye level. Here’s how to use this perspective for stronger smartphone shots.

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Unique perspective — look up and transform the ordinary

Changing your perspective changes your photo. By simply looking up, you reveal patterns, scale, and visual drama that most people never notice. This easy shift in viewpoint creates smartphone photos that stand out — even in familiar places.

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How lens compression brings the background closer

Lens compression makes background elements appear closer to your subject, changing how space and depth feel in your photos. It’s a subtle but powerful technique that can help you create cleaner, more dramatic, and more professional-looking images — even on your phone.

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Why does your subject look distorted in smartphone photos

Ever taken a photo where someone’s face looks oddly stretched or a building curves in a strange way? That’s lens distortion — one of the most common quirks in smartphone photography. Learn what causes it, how to avoid it, and when it can make your photos more creative.

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