Do you think you are not very photogenic and unable to take beautiful photographs? Taking good shots first of all means using the camera correctly. By getting to know your body better and understanding what values you, you too can look good in photos.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Preparing to Shoot
Step 1. Try to understand why some shots flatter you and others don't
Study your images. When did you look good? When did you get sick? Can you tell the difference? Look at photos of other people and find out why they turned out well. Here are some problems you may have:
- Photo lighting;
- Squinted or closed eyes
- Wrong face angle
- You don't flaunt your best smile;
- Cosmetic problems, such as blemishes, blackheads, a hairstyle or a choice of clothing that doesn't flatter you.
Step 2. Try poses in front of a mirror or camera
The best way to find the right angle or smile is to practice. Try to figure out which positions are ideal for you or how to smile.
- Decide if your best side is the right or the left. No face is completely symmetrical, so generally one side enhances you more than the other.
- Try moving your body to become familiar with the position to take in front of the lens. Turn around 45 ° to have a pose that fully enhances you.
- The hairstyle usually helps determine the best side, especially if it is asymmetrical.
Step 3. Wear the right clothes
Show off clothing that fits you perfectly. Choose cuts that enhance your figure. Find out which colors best suit your complexion and hair - it's important to look your best in your shots. Generally speaking, solid color is preferable to patterns.
- Choose carefully the printed clothes you intend to wear. Some prints are not ideal for certain types of physique. Smaller patterns can create a messy and messy effect in photos. Instead of wearing printed pieces from head to toe, choose just one such item for each outfit.
- If you want to look slimmer, go for dark clothes. You are thin? Try wearing a fitted dress or jacket in a light color.
- Above all, wear clothes that make you feel confident.
Step 4. Smile spontaneously
A fake smile can prevent you from looking good in a photo. It seems forced, and the eyes betray you. When taking a photograph, you need to offer an open, natural smile so that you look your best.
- To smile spontaneously, you need to feel an emotion. Aren't you happy at that moment? Think of a good memory, your favorite dish, or something that makes you laugh.
- A real smile also involves the eyes. Try squeezing your lower eyelid. This can help you look more natural.
- Put the tip of your tongue on the back of your upper dental arch. This can help you smile naturally and avoid making a too wide smile.
- Ask someone to make you laugh out of frame;
- Practice in front of the mirror. Learn to feel the difference between a natural smile and a fake one.
Step 5. Buy the right makeup products
Make-up has the power to improve or worsen the appearance of a woman in a photo. Understanding how to bring out the right parts of your face can help you look good in any photograph.
- Instead of a thick foundation, use concealer. This product allows you to erase imperfections on the face, such as red areas around the nose or dark circles. Apply it to the shadow areas of your face, which you can identify by tucking your chin down as you look in the mirror. Then, apply translucent powder to the "T-zone": forehead, nose and chin. These parts of the face can look oily.
- Line the eyes with eyeliner to prevent them from disappearing in the photo. To open your eyes, apply mascara.
- Apply blush to the cheekbones to make them look less flat. Try a pink, coral or peach shade. Don't have blush? Pinch your cheeks just before a snap for a healthier complexion.
Step 6. Bring your hair to life
Before posing for a photo, turn your head upside down. This move gives volume to the hair that has flattened out. You can also try to fix the line or volumize them with your hands.
- Don't overdo it with styling products. Hair that looks wet or hard due to an excess of gel or mousse does not come out well in the photo.
- Keep frizz under control, so you don't see fluttering hair in photos. Apply gel or dry oil with your hands to smooth them out.
- Also, style your hair. Don't let them flow freely over your shoulders. Instead, place them in front of you, behind you, or on your shoulder. Practice in advance and decide which position best suits you.
Part 2 of 2: Learn to Take Quality Photos
Step 1. Tilt your head
When you are in front of the camera, don't look straight into the lens. Look slightly above or below. Then, slightly bend your head up or down.
To have a more defined jaw and not make it look like you have a double chin, lengthen your neck and tilt your chin down. It may seem strange to you, but it will enhance you
Step 2. Find the right light
Lighting is important for taking good photos. If you don't have a flash, find a light source that completely illuminates your face, not just one side.
- Open lamps, street lights, windows and doors can offer good sources of light in the absence of flash. They can also offer nice soft lighting and enhance you more in photos.
- He wanders through various rooms in order to find good lighting. To find the best location, try placing the lights behind you, on you and in front of you.
- You can find good lighting for photos an hour after and an hour before sunset.
- Avoid lights that create sharp shadows on the face. This can accentuate blemishes and form dark areas that won't flatter you. Strong lighting can also highlight wrinkles and other difficult spots. This may be due to the sun or the bright, strong lights overhead. Look for lighting that creates an even glow on the forehead, cheeks and chin. Try taking photos on a cloudy day, or using a lamp or a softer light.
Step 3. Turn your body in front of the lens
Stand in front of the camera and rotate your body 45 ° instead of taking the picture by placing it in front of you. This pose slims you and creates angles that will enhance you in photos.
- Pose like you're on the red carpet. Place your hand on your hip, turn your body 45 ° and turn your face towards the lens.
- Turn your torso so that one shoulder is closer to the camera than the other. This helps you look slimmer.
- All the parts you place in front of the camera seem more voluminous. If you don't want to emphasize certain areas of the body, make sure they aren't the ones closest to the target.
- Pull your shoulders back and straighten your back. Good posture can undoubtedly make a difference while taking a picture.
Step 4. Position the body correctly
Instead of having straight, soft arms and stiff legs, try bending them to gain some life. Bend your arms and move them slightly away from your body. This also helps you to create curves in the central part of the body, so it will not appear shapeless. Keep your hands relaxed and slightly bent.
- Bend your front leg and put your weight on the back leg. Alternatively, try crossing your legs at the ankles.
- Pull one arm away from your body and bend it slightly to make it look slimmer; maybe, put your hand on your hip.
Step 5. Take lots of photos
One of the best ways to get quality shots is to do more than one try. Models also take a lot of photos before finding the perfect one. The more you shoot, the more likely you are to get an excellent image.
Step 6. Feel safe
You have to be proud of yourself. You are unique and have many qualities: focus on them, without obsessing over your alleged flaws. Being happy and smiling genuinely are two moves that can make a big difference.
Don't try to bend your body in awkward or strange poses. The position must enhance you, but still be natural. If you tense up, the result will look forced, which will result in a bad photo
Advice
- Try the poses and try to figure out which one best enhances you.
- When you take a photo, be happy.
- If you don't like showing your teeth, try a smile that hides them - it can be just as good.
- Make sure the makeup looks natural.
