By Maria Correa

There is so much new technology out there nowadays that it can make our heads spin. But instead of having it drive you crazy, why not embrace it, and even use it to your advantage? The smartphone can be an Auntie’s dream tool.

Your smartphone can become your best friend when it comes to capturing those picture-perfect moments with your niece or nephew. Let’s face it, it’s usually the only camera you carry with you on a daily basis. Become a photo savvy auntie with some cool apps that will make picture taking on your smartphone that much easier. If you’re looking to take an awesome selfie, its time to invest in the selfie stick. You might feel a little silly using it, but your niece and nephew will be sure to have a good time laughing along with you. Who knows, it could even turn into the perfect picture!

Don’t worry if you need a little help with editing you pictures. Photo editing apps can help with everything from auto-correcting your pictures to having more filter selections. Once you have created the perfect picture, you are going to want to share it with the entire family. Why not create a private family Instagram page? This way everyone can enjoy your newly acquired photography skills.

Ideas from New York City photographer Heidi Green can help you create magical picture moments. She shares with us in the Savvy Auntie book (pages 128-129) that the best pictures are those that aren’t even planned. Have fun with your snapshots and be sure not to forget to catch special moments, such as candles being blown out and presents being unwrapped.

So now you’ve created a memory, but you don’t want to go through the long process of getting a picture from your phone to a piece of paper. You can have a copy of your creation in your hands in seconds right from your phone case. No more need to be sending from one device to another!

With these new tools you are sure to become the coolest new photographer out there!

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Published January 28, 2015