The below photos were taken without a tripod. There are many techniques, this one is mine: If you don't have a tripod, don't worry too much. All you need is a clear head, patients, and the ability to obtain focus. Your body combined with an inanimate object, (such as a pole or wall) is all you need to create a tripod. Each one of your legs are 2 of the legs of the tripod, the pole or wall (previously mentioned) is the 3rd leg. Take three deep breaths. On the last deep breath, exhale slowly and completely. Hold your breath at that point and take the picture. Do this as many times as you need in order to get the photo you desire.