Some Great Tips For Looking Fantastic In Photographs

Isn't it a shame when sometimes on holiday or at a wedding party we have gone to great efforts with our hair, makeup and outfit to realise afterwards that we have taken a bad picture. It could be that we were slouching, our faces are shiny, we look like we've suddenly developed a double-chin ... that special pic that we wanted to keep to remind ourselves of the happy occasion just gets thrown into the darkest recesses of our desk not to surface again. There are, however, some simple tips that many photographers use which can vastly improve our photos and create a picture fit to be framed and not hidden away.

Posture

• Stand with your feet pointed 45 degrees away from the camera and then turn towards it - this gives a great slimming effect to your body profile and it is a trick that many celebrities use. Alternatively, stand and look back over your shoulder with your head towards the camera. Watch closely the next time you see a red carpet event on TV and you will see this is a very popular and flattering pose.
  
• If you are worried that your arms are a bit on the plump side, hold them slightly away from your body, especially if the picture is taken from the side as this has a brilliant toning effect.

Faces

• If you are having a portrait taken, stretch out and elongate your neck whilst holding your chin down - this has the effect of widening your eyes and also ridding you of any double chin creases.
• Remember if it's a warm day to ensure that your nose is powdered nicely or you use a tissue to dab away any excess oil on your skin as this will be sure to shine out either in a sunny daylight picture or if using flash photography.
• I would suggest for girls wearing a little bit of makeup - preferably foundation which matches your natural skin colour - just to even out your skin tones. This can be done using Photoshop afterwards but all professional photography studios will apply full makeup before a photoshoot.

Outfits and Mood

• Accentuate your best feature, if you have gorgeous shoulders wear a strappy or sleeveless top - think about which item of clothing suits you best and is one that you feel great in.
• If you are having a professional photoshoot remember to have a giggle, play some music and try not to feel self conscious and if you are at an event just remember some of the tips above, have a great time and your pictures will come out great too.