{"id":1588258,"date":"2018-04-23T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-04-23T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/?p=1588258"},"modified":"2020-04-09T15:27:24","modified_gmt":"2020-04-09T19:27:24","slug":"how-to-get-the-perfect-instagram-photo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/how-to-get-the-perfect-instagram-photo\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the Perfect Instagram Photo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1 pk-dropcap pk-dropcap-borders\">In this digital age, rarely are you going to meet someone who doesn\u2019t use social media of some sort. We\u2019re all guilty of spending (too much of) our time on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. We also spend a good chunk of our time <a href=\"https:\/\/divine.ca\/en\/iphone-photography-tips-from-5-canadian-influencers\/\"><em>posting<\/em> photos<\/a>, on the \u2018gram, specifically. Whether you\u2019re just starting to discover this addictive application or you&#8217;re a pro at #selfies, here are some timeless tips that anyone can benefit from for a perfect Insta pic.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"lighting\">Lighting<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BhcNiN_AonN\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BhcNiN_AonN\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Tyra Banks (@tyrabanks)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-04-11T18:49:15+00:00\">Apr 11, 2018 at 11:49am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The lighting of your photo is probably the most important part of it! Depending on the mood you are going for, not only does it simply make the photo easier to look at, it also helps bring out what you want to show off to the world. If it\u2019s a selfie, for example, make sure to get a nice natural light shining on you, as not only will it give you a healthy glow, it\u2019ll also be clearer and sharper!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"framing\">Framing<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bhnu6YbAmQ4\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bhnu6YbAmQ4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by FLATLAYS &amp; STYLEINSPO | Beus???? (@mysecret.fashiondiary)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-04-16T06:12:33+00:00\">Apr 15, 2018 at 11:12pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Flat lays were, and still are, some of the most popular photos on the \u2018gram. They are pleasing to the eye and extremely insightful, especially when they are product recommendations or outfit ideas. The placement of the objects, and consequently the position of your camera, plays a huge part in the final result \u2014 opt for symmetry and less negative space, without crowding the image.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"colors\">Colors<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BbLXb3ZHP54\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BbLXb3ZHP54\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Camille Rowe -Bel (@fingermonkey)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-07T02:40:19+00:00\">Nov 6, 2017 at 6:40pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Depending on the aesthetic you are trying to convey, colors are often what attract the eye in the first place. Too many colors can take away from your content, so make sure every color there is there for a reason! From travel scenery to outfit posts, the colors always help enhance the picture itself.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"editing\">Editing<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BhZh0-tlSHJ\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"8\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BhZh0-tlSHJ\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by VSCO (@vsco)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-04-10T17:48:51+00:00\">Apr 10, 2018 at 10:48am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>It seems like no picture can be posted without editing first! From VSCOCam to Afterlight, to those popular Asian editing apps, there are so many to choose from. Though it is possible to go overboard, these apps are ingenious for days when you want to hide a little blemish, or help add a bit of lighting and contrast to your images. After all, these are all ways to enhance an image, contributing to your own artistic expression.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"quality\">Quality<\/h3>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B3pRFPlhgf8\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">Voir cette publication sur Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;\"><a style=\"color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B3pRFPlhgf8\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Woke up at 6:30am to catch this colorful sunrise ? Sometimes, timing is everything in photography. Three minutes later &#8211; the light at this exact place was totally different. Grateful to have witnessed this beautiful sunrise of Mother Nature. \u2014 #Autumn #Fall #FallDecor #QuebecCite #Canada #Explore #Outdoor #Mountains #QuebecOriginal #Sunrise<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\">Une publication partag\u00e9e par <a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beurl\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> KIMBERLY DENIS<\/a> (@beurl) le <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2019-10-15T16:01:03+00:00\">15 Oct. 2019 \u00e0 9 :01 PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The quality of the image is probably the most crucial part of it. Not everyone has access to a personal photographer 24\/7 (we wish!), but there are no excuses for bad quality photos now! Smartphones are equipped with some of the best, sometimes even better than DSLR, cameras, and it simply takes good lighting and a good focus to snap the perfect snapshot. Whether it\u2019s a trip or a moment you want to immortalize forever, make sure you do it in HD, and in focus!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">In this digital age, rarely are you going to meet someone who doesn\u2019t use social media of some sort. 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