Taking a selfie is a unique and fun way to show everyone your personality, confidence and fashion sense. Almost everyone is taking selfies these days, whether it is an Academy Award Winner or the President. Taking a selfie is the easiest thing in the world; you just have to point the camera at your face and take a shot without much planning. However, this doesn’t mean that your selfie is going to turn out well. In fact, it may actually be very unflattering. There is an art to taking an excellent selfie that grabs everyone’s attention; one that people are going to love and envy. Want to know how it is done? Read on to find out tips that help you in taking an excellent selfie:

• Choose a good angle

Rather than taking photos head-on, you should experiment with various angles highlighting your features. Your features don’t look flat if you turn your head a couple of degrees to your left or right and holding the camera a bit higher than your head makes your nose look smaller and your eyes look bigger. Take photos of your face’s symmetrical and more balanced side.

• Show off something different or new

If you are taking a selfie to show off something new or different like a haircut or earrings, you should frame the photo in a way that the new feature is highlighted.

• Pay attention to the lighting

When you are taking any kind of photo, it is essential for you to have a solid light source. If you take a selfie in a room that has fluorescent lighting or is dimly lit, it won’t turn out so good. The most flattering kind of light is natural so try taking a photo outdoors or near the window. To take the best shot, you should keep the light source like the sun in front of you and above the eye level. Your features will appear distorted or shadowy if the light is behind you or on the side. Diffuse the light source with something like a curtain as this will make it more flattering. Your facial lines will appear smoother and softer. Artificial selfie light can also be used for filling shadows. Try not to use flash at it creates some glare and distorts your appearance.

• Go for an interesting expression

Smiling is the best expression you could choose for taking a good selfie. You may feel a little silly when you are smiling randomly, but it definitely brightens up the picture. There are different smiles you can experiment with such as a coy and close-mouthed smile or a wide, laughing grin. It is undoubtedly charming, but you can also opt for a cool and collected expression if you wish.

• Highlight one feature

If you are trying to take a close-up of your face, consider focusing on and glamming up one feature while you downplay others. This works especially well when you highlight the feature that’s most pleasing or it is your face’s best feature. Video chat on Facetime too can offer you great experience when you want to look your best while talking to someone.

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