We all want nice pictures.
But few have photographer friends.
And even if you do, they don't usually live with you.
Photography
has never been so easy.
I designed and developed a camera app that allows you to use reference photos as overlays and learn about composition very easily.
Proof of Concept: Image Overlay
Play with real camera feed using Origami Studio
Origami Protoype to test camera feed
Origami Protoype
Improve UX: Maximized Camera View
Experimenting with gestrual and GUI controls to
balance usability with a minimal screen footprint.
GUI control iterations
2-finger gesture for sizing/rotation/scaling
Code in SwiftUI to achieve gestural controls
Adding various basic features that's ranked high in target user surveys.
Beta Testing & Continuos Iterations…
Tested the APP with 30+ users. Recieved positive feedback. Currently working on next build with some exciting new features.
A user recreated his childhood photo.
Positive Beta Feedback
“I want to take KOL-like pictures!”
In beta testing, some users wanted to recreate influencer photos but struggled when overlay backgrounds didn’t match their camera feed.
Background Mismatch Challenge
Testing Various Blur
Testing Various Blur
Other Special Effects Tests
Advanced Assist?
Prototyping some bluesky ideas for advanced photography assist.
In-feed Position Lighting Guidance
Making the guide in Blender