As so many individuals are now expressing their enthusiasm for home decor, and because so many of us are investing so much more time in our houses, I thought I'd offer some of my recommendations for taking images of your house to post in those small squares. I see a lot of individuals who have beautiful houses, but their photos don't do them justice – and it's not because the interiors they're presenting aren't beautiful; it's simply that the images they've taken might be better!

Mastering the fundamental concepts of composition and lighting, as well as sharpening your own photographic skills, is required to capture decent images with your phone. There are only a few easy guidelines to follow.

Go Natural

An excellent photograph's core is lighting. Perhaps the most crucial guideline for shooting beautiful shots with only your phone is to learn how to use light. Instead of using your flashlight, use natural light to take photographs that are more vibrant and rich.

Your shot will be compressed and your subject will be washed out if you use a flash. Take shots near the windows or in well-lit areas if you can't shoot outside. Also at night, sources of artificial light such as street lighting and store windows are desirable.

Be Cautious with Contrast

A shot that is too dark may be lightened with editing software, while an overexposed image cannot be fixed. Adjust the illumination on your screen to avoid overexposure by tapping and sliding your finger up and down to adjust the intensity.

Another approach to avoid overexposure is to change the brightness before capturing your shot by placing your finger on the brightest section of the frame (in this example, the windows).

Understand the Golden Hours

Golden hour is prominent among photographers for a purpose. Every photograph is more appealing at this time of day when the sun is low on the horizon. It's nature's version of an Instagram filter.

Clouds are your friend if you're photographing during the noon hours. Under direct sunlight, which may be harsh in images, it's difficult to acquire a decent shot. Clouds soften and brighten the sun's radiance.

Remember the Rule of Thirds

The structure of a photograph: the forms, textures, colors, and other aspects that make up your photographs are referred to as composition. Probably one of the best composition concepts is the rule of thirds, which refers to a basic approach to balancing your image. It creates balance by dividing a picture into a 3x3 grid and aligning the subjects or elements in a shot along the grid lines.

However, "balanced asymmetry," in which the focus is off-center but is matched out by another item, can produce a beautiful appearance. The flowers are positioned in the lower-right part of the shot, and the sun in the top-left corner balances them out.

Always Capture the Whole Room

Visitors want to know how a space is laid out and how the design looks as a whole, not simply close-ups of design elements. Please attempt to catch your major areas in their fullness so we can comprehend your whole place. It's acceptable to include a close-up of a design feature or two in your pictures, but please try to capture your main rooms in their entirety so we can fully understand your complete area. Enhance whole-room images with more detailed miniature shots of things that need a closer look or have a compelling tale to tell.

Avoid Posting Screenshots and Copied Images

Please only upload photographs that are free of watermarks or other overlays. Also, no screenshots of your Instagram photos. These sorts of photographs not only help you make a bad first impression, but they also harm your reputation in the long run, therefore it's best to avoid them.

Hide Visible Thing and Clutter

You don't have to decorate your house like a magazine cover, but seek to prevent taking photos of clutter, which might detract from the beauty of your interior design. The dining room table and kitchen counters, the coffee table and sofa, and the doorway are all common clutter sites. You may improve the photographs of your house even if you merely move clutter like computers, shoes, and other everyday things out of the way for the image.

The TV (particularly TV displays that are on), computer screens that are on, and photos that include private information, such as mail with your address on it, are all items to avoid in shots of your house. If you see any cables, you may want to shove them out of the way. Avoid mirrors and reflecting surfaces by angling your body away from them. Pillows and picture frames should be straightened out. Make a bed for yourself. Also, please put toilet seats down.

Now that you've learned how to capture beautiful photographs, it's time to put your new skills to use. I hope you found these suggestions useful today. These steps will assist you in taking amazing shots of your residence.