Sometimes the simplest tools make the biggest difference.
Imagine walking along the beach, waves at your feet, camera ready. You press the shutter and… blurr! That perfect moment is gone. Enter your tiny secret weapon: the camera remote. It’s the superhero your tripod never knew it needed.
Getting remote is all about keeping your hands off the camera when it’s time to take the shot. No matter how carefully you press the shutter, even the slightest touch can cause blur. Use a wired remote, wireless remote, or even a phone app to trigger the shutter without touching the camera. The result? Crisp, tack-sharp photos every time.
The Problem: My Photos Aren’t Tack Sharp
Even the steadiest hands create micro-shakes when pressing the shutter button. That tiny vibration can make your sharp seascape or sunset look soft or fuzzy. People look at your photos and wonder why the horizon isn’t crisp or why that little rock you loved in the composition is… just a smudge.
The Solution:
Turn your camera vertical and watch your story change instantly.
- A lighthouse becomes towering.
- A tree becomes majestic.
- A person becomes the true star of the frame.
Vertical orientation cuts clutter, forces focus, and gives drama where horizontal gave “meh.”
Pro Tip Alert!
I use my camera remote for everything — landscapes, seascapes, products, food and even action shots. It’s small, portable, and will forever change the way you shoot. Experiment with different remotes to see which feels most natural. Sometimes the simplest solution is the one you’ll actually use consistently.
Behind the Shot
Here we are, walking the beach together. I set up the tripod, attach the camera, and keep the remote in hand. Watch how the tiniest finger press keeps the shot steady. While Roni Trixie wades through the surf for the perfect foreground, I’m snapping away without worrying about a single shake. It’s effortless, and yes, it makes you look cool while doing it.
Get the Gear
Try It Yourself
Mount your camera on a tripod.
Connect your remote shutter (wired or wireless).
Compose a scene — rocks, waves, or that heart-shaped depression in a tide pool.
Press the remote and take multiple shots.
Compare them to shots taken by pressing the shutter directly — notice the difference in clarity.
Go Deeper
Sometimes the best shots happen when your hands aren’t holding the camera. Explore my workshops or books to see how hands-free techniques—tripods, remotes, and creative setups—unlock new perspectives and let your photography flow naturally.
Dive deeper into the lessons and stories with my fine art photography books
Learn hands-on techniques in my photography workshops—practical, fun, and inspiring.
Bring peace, beauty, and storytelling into your space with fine art prints.
Get Hands Free – Bonus Challenge
Set up your camera on a tripod, ledge, or any stable surface. Take three shots without touching the camera: one self-portrait, one landscape, and one experiment with slow shutter speed. Feel the freedom of a steady, hands-free perspective.
