How to Take Photos of Yourself
Photography is a fascinating experience for both photographer and the person whose picture is taken, but when it comes to capturing a picture that is worth seeing and attractive, most people look puzzled.
Have you ever tried taking a photo of yourself, but the result was nothing but horrible?
Sound like you are not new to this situation. Most of the people, who do not know much about photography, take pictures without following the rules and basic tricks that make a big difference. The most common feeling that you have when take a photo of yourself is that you do not look good, despite your obvious good looks.
Instructions
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Stay calm and take as many photos as you can
The best you can do is to relax and take as many photos with your digital camera as you can. Taking lots of bad pictures will help you find what is missing and what can be done to make yourself look better. It is up to you to delete bad pictures from your camera and keep ones that look better. Staying calm is the key to taking a good picture. If you are making a worried face while taking photo, thinking that you are going to look bad, you will definitely look bad. -
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Try with different facial expressions
Even if you have good looks, it does not necessarily mean that your picture will be just as good. Because different facial expressions result in different outcomes. So, you have to try taking your picture with different facial expressions. You can put on a smiley or a serious-looking face to give different effects. Keep trying with different expressions until you get a photo that looks awesome. -
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Check your appearance
Check your appearance before taking photos. Looking good before taking a picture is important. Remove sloppy appearance and try several clothes. You may look good in a T-shirt, but it is also possible you look your best in a formal get-up. -
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Be yourself
Just be yourself, you cannot go wrong. Do not try to look like someone else, as it will make you look fake and non-serious. -
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Check the flash/lighting
If you are taking pictures in the open, it is best as the result will be clearer. However, if you are indoors during the photo session, make sure your camera’s flash is on. Camera with flash off will give poor results if you are inside a room or a place where sunlight is hard to enter.
