It’s the fall, when even the sunlight and the wind feel extra romantic. Before you set out on a trip driven by the call of nature, here are some must-know tips on how to take the best photos of your life with your cell phone! Even without an expensive camera or having particular talent, you can take amazing photos by checking out these tips.

Tip 1. Stick to the basics!

Lights, zooming, smudges! These are the three elements to note before taking photos.
Check whether there’s enough light, and whether the light is just right for that time of day. Natural light in the early morning or evening create a mysterious and romantic scene. Broad daylight has too much light, making it difficult for you to take three-dimensional pictures. If you use the HDR mode, you can take perfect pictures in a dark or bright space.
It’s better not to use the zoom on smart phone cameras if possible. Since it is not an optical zoom, the image quality is likely to be ruined. Instead, “zoom with your feet” and move yourself.
Smudges are overlooked by many people. You may take a picture of a wonderful scene and later find out that it is too murky or blurry. This is because of the smudges on the front of your camera. Carry a soft cloth used for polishing glasses, and wipe the lens thoroughly before taking a picture.

Tip 2. Best to keep the background neat!

It is best to eliminate factors that distract your vision in the photo. It would be better if the photo doesn’t include a crowd of tourists around the subject or cluttered waste behind beautiful flowers. It may be inevitable in tourist spots, but try to organize the surroundings if you’re in an environment that can be controlled. One tip to keep the background neat is to change the perspective by climbing up to a higher position or using a selfie stick.

Tip 3. Make 200% use of applications!

As smart phones become more widely used, there are more and more camera-related apps that are becoming available that are either free or paid, with diverse purposes such as simple filtering, for use on social media, suited for experts, etc. So be sure to make 200% use of them. The latest smart phones provide options that enable you to adjust filters, brightness and contrast without an app. Don’t just use the shutter button alone; make use of various subtle movements and apps to come up with photos that you would want to print.

Tip 4. Crop if something’s not right!

If you feel that something’s not right, or if you want to create a more sensible image, just ‘crop’ the picture. If you leave only the part you want to emphasize, you can make your photo look more dramatic.

Tip 5. You just need one step to create a sensible photo!

Remember that you just need to take one small step to come up with a photo that makes you look like a model!
When seated, move your body sideways and stretch out your legs to make them look longer. When taking a full-length photo, adjust the camera so that your feet are at the bottom of the screen, and leave a blank space above your head. That will make you look taller. Smart phone cameras tend to create slight distortions, so your face may look the smallest and clearest when positioned at the center, and you will look more slender if you form a triangle with arms and legs.


It’s fall, and the exceptionally beautiful natural landscape is calling to us. Go driving to the suburbs and take the best photos of your life with NEXEN TIRE’s must-know tips. You will be apt to experience something truly special in your everyday life.