How to Be Photogenic
The word 'photogenic' was coined by a pioneer of photography, the British inventor named, William Henry Fox Talbot. Being photogenic means that you look attractive and appealing in photographs. Just like me, I can bet that you must have seen numerous people who look dashing in real life but in photographs they may not appear so appealing. Similarly, many people look great in photographs but flaws on their skin and face appear more pronounced when you meet them in person. So how are some people more photogenic than others? Well, there can be numerous reasons for this. In some cases, it is about confidence and natural beauty in front of the camera whereas in some cases, it is more about presenting oneself more smartly on the camera. Whatever be the case, it is possible to be photogenic and you can learn some simple tips to look better in your photographs.
Tips On How to Look Good in Pictures
It is important to know simple photography tips and tricks so that good pics can be taken. Good and attractive pics are also the efforts of a good photographer. If your photographer is not aware of good photography skills, he or she may be unable to take good pics. I assume that all things being proper (camera quality, photographer, proper lightning conditions), you can improve your appearance on camera. The secret to look cool in your pics has been unlocked here.
- When you're being photographed, don't get tensed or appear more conscious. Relax, smile and be natural. Nothing can be a better pic than an individual in his simplicity and natural style. Don't panic and run away from the camera. It is just a pic and can be retaken, if you don't like it!
- How to look good in pictures? You can improve your physical appearance on camera by wearing clothes that suit you, wearing matching accessories and using clothes of suitable color. These things are automatically compensated if you have a smile but if you dress properly, photos will surely look better.
- Don't be in an unkempt appearance. Be in a hairstyle that suits you and don't appear messy unless you're shooting for the same purpose (to appear disorganized and in messy hairstyle!)
- Learn effective portrait photography posing ways so that you can enhance your appearance.
- If you have plans to attend a wedding or a birthday party within few days or weeks, ensure you get rid of any skin patches or redness on your face. Make up may help but if you aspire to look good without makeup, then keep things simple and take care of your skin properly.
- Focus on your posture. Good posture helps in taking good photographs. Breathing normally and keeping your shoulders back helps in taking good pics.
- Always look a bit above the camera when the photograph is taken.
- When being photographed while sitting, always make a slight angle.
- Don't hold your breath as it will show on your face that your body is in some sort of tension or is suffocating.
- How to be photogenic with braces? Well, people with braces have this disadvantage that if they laugh their braces may be visible making the image look poor. There is certainly some truth in it. To avoid that people with braces can avoid laughing their heart out on camera. They can give a controlled smile. Braces are temporary and once they're removed, they can get back to their million dollar smile.
