Top 10 Fantastic Tips On Taking Perfect Selfies
In this day and age, taking a good selfie is an important skill to have — especially if you looking for more Instagram-cred. Whether you like to take pictures or shy away from the camera, it seems that it’s merely impossible to avoid taking a selfie at some point! If you find that your selfies are a little underwhelming and just aren’t pulling the likes, here a few things to keep in mind so you can snap the perfect insta-worthy pic.
1. Check yourself out
Tips on taking good selfies must include giving yourself a once-over before you take the pic! Have you ever snapped a photo assuming your hair and makeup were on point only to find out that you have flyaways and smeared eyeliner ? Of course you can always delete the pic and take another, but you might as well check yourself out first so you have lots of good selfies to pick from!
2. Find good lighting
When you’re taking a selfie, or any photo for that matter, you have to have good lighting! You can’t show off your makeup, #hair or new outfit in bad lighting because it’s distracting and unflattering! Sure, you can strategically hide a blemish with a shadow, but don’t choose lighting that’s too harsh or too dark. Even if you plan it that way, your vision might not translate well to the photo!
3. Check your background
Another important element in taking pictures is to pick a good, clear background. We’ve all seen those photo fails where someone has taken a selfie in a dirty bedroom with piles of clothes or in the bathroom while someone’s taking care of business. Always check your surroundings so you have a clear background that lends itself well to an impromptu photo sesh. #Look for solid colored walls, textured curtains or any place without clutter.
4. Try A Selfie Stick
If you can’t seem to hold your phone at the right angle or far enough away, a selfie stick might help. Although selfie sticks can seem like you’re taking the whole selfie thing a bit too far, they really work. They help you get the right angle and they help you hold your phone steady. They’re also great for taking group photos.
5. Look at the pic first before taking it
Look at the picture that you are taking before you snap it! A lot of camera phones now have the ability to switch the phone around so you can see the photo you are taking before you snap it — do you like it? Then snap it!
6. Be confident
No need to be shy when you’re taking a #selfie, go all out! Nobody is watching you trying to take silly or sexy #photots, so work it! Remember all those episodes of America’s Next Top Model you watched? Put Tyra’s #tips to good use and strike a pose! Be confident and have fun, it’ll show in the photo and you’ll have tons of fun taking the #pictures when you’re being yourself and letting loose.
7. Don’t move
An obvious but challenging tip to execute is to be still when you take your photos. This is especially important when you’re taking a selfie since you can’t rely on someone else with two steady hands to snap the photo. You’re usually trying to pose, make sure you’re in good lighting and trying to steady a wobbly arm all at the same #time. It takes practice, but it is possible to take clear, non-wobbly pics! Take a deep breath, try to relax and hold your pose!
8. Take a lot of selfies
When it comes to taking pictures, the more you take, the more pictures you have to choose from. Don’t expect to get your best shot the first time. Even the most effortless-looking photos took #time and preparation! Don’t be afraid to take tons of photos so you have the best pictures to choose from when you’re picking your next profile or Instagram pic!
9. Try and change angles
A lot of people do not consider the angle of the picture when they are taking their own selfies; don’t be that person! Some #people look great when they hold the phone up and angle their face upward — think about it! Switch it up and find your best side and your best angle. Don’t be scared to try something different!
10. Have fun
The silly selfies that you take are often the best and truthfully, they can be super fun to take! Pull a fish or duck #face, really pull out the cute faces and even try some amazing props, all based around silliness!
