For those of you who believe there's no such thing as too many photographs... and those of you who want to insure you will live on in posterity looking your best, here are some tips to remember when the camera points your way!
You won't need a makeup artist or a fashion stylist to help you look gorgeous if you remember to...
Avoid bright white clothing around your face... it'll wash you out. Also avoid bold prints... you don't want your outfit to overwhelm you.
Keep your chin up to avoid the appearance of dark circles under your eyes. Apply a little concealer to eliminate shadows. Dust on some powder... on your forehead, nose and chin, so your face won't look shiny. Lift your face slightly. Forget smoky eyes and nude lips... you might look great in person but the camera won't be impressed. The best time to take pictures outside is late afternoon.
Act natural. If you feel awkward, that's what the camera will see. Forget about posing when the photographer is taking candid shots. The beauty of these pictures is the emotion of a moment
While you should always stand tall and proud, these tricks will help you look slimmer in front of the camera. If you're standing, transfer your weight to your back foot. If you're sitting, slide forward slightly, keeping your knees together and to one side so they're not photographed head on.
For those who want to look thinner in photos, position yourself at a 45-degree angle to the camera. Don't press your arms against your sides. Keep them slightly away from your body to make them look svelter. Angling one hip toward the camera can make you shed pounds visually. To make your waist appear smaller, put your hands on your hips with thumbs pointed down in front.
For the most flattering close-up, bring your chin forward, tilt your head down and look up slightly. Although it sounds funny, practice your natural expression and different smile styles in the mirror before any special occasion where you expect to have to pose. Try to remember to change your expression often to prevent looking stiff. Forget about saying "cheese." That'll just get you with your mouth half open.
If you're feeling tense, take a breath, look away, and then look back at the camera. Smile, you are beautiful!
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