I’ve officially been part of the bookstagram community for 5 years. In that time I’ve made wonderful friends, got a job that I love, and gained a following of over 65,000 followers.
I’ve compiled a short list of 5 tips from 5 years on Bookstagram that will hopefully help you grow your account or help you start one!
You don’t need a DSLR
Believe it or not, having a pricey camera is not essential in order to start a bookstagram. Quality is important, and yeah, having a DSLR will give you really lovely, crisp photos. But so do cameras on your smartphone. These days, phone cameras are so advanced they take photos that are just as nice as ones a DSLR would produce.
I personally started using a DSLR right from the get go on my account, but sometimes the thought of pulling it and it’s accompanying lenses out is exhausting and I will use my phone instead knowing I will get a similar quality. Your phone is absolutely capable of producing stunning pictures for your account, so don’t feel like you need a fancy camera to get more followers. I can promise you won’t see much of a difference in follower count because at the end of the day they are following you for your style of photos, and to hear about the books you’ve read.
Tip: If you take a picture on your phone and you’re not sure about it, edit it first before trashing it. Don’t forget, a simple filter can change the feel of your picture completely.
Themes are great, but they’re not everything
This one may shock you, but themes aren’t everything. Themes will absolutely make your account look cohesive and beautiful, and it will definitely bring you followers. But do not limit yourself. If you restrict yourself to a theme you will lose your excitement quickly, so don’t be afraid to change things up if you’re in a rut.
Title: Escaping From Houdini
