Have you ever snapped a photo with your phone and thought, “Why does this look nothing like what I saw with my eyes?” Yep—been there, done that! Lighting is one of the biggest game-changers in photography. It's the difference between a ‘meh’ shot and a ‘WOW, did you take that on your phone?!’ moment. The good news? You don’t need fancy gear to get it right. Whether you’re chasing sunsets, capturing moody night scenes, or just trying to take a decent selfie indoors, understand