Week Five is all about technique! Strike a pose! Try
something different.
For most of us, one side is more attractive than the other.
Tilt your head to the left and then the right as you view yourself on your
phone’s screen to find out your “best side”. Also, try extending your neck
forward to accentuate your jaw line and get rid of the double chin effect. You can also shoot high or hold the camera
slightly above you and look up… that technique can help with a multitude of
things! Most importantly, try and try again. Just keep clicking and figuring
out what you like best and what is most comfortable for you!
Here are this week’s prompts with a little more explanation:
The Two Fisted Selfie - Hold the camera with two hands, away
from your body. It’s easier to take a selfie this way because you can steady
your camera with one hand and push the shutter release button with the other. Be careful not to cover up the lens.
Standing In The Light - Pose in an area with good lighting,
like inside near a window or outside. Gorgeous lighting = a more flattering
selfie. The best time to shoot for lighting is “the magic hour”—one hour after
sunrise and one hour before sunset.
The Full Monty (with clothes please!) – Do a full body shot! Strike a pose in
front of a mirror or experiment by holding your camera at different angles
(over your head, off to the side, etc..). Angle your body to the left or right,
that's usually more flattering than shooting straight on.
Feet First – A selfie isn’t just about your face… try
snapping a fun shot of your feet or another body part (keeping it clean!), like
your hands, your shoulder, knees, etc.
Get Tight – Don’t like that “I’m holding my arms up to take
a selfie” look? Crop in tight on your face. Zoom in on your phone just slightly and hold the camera far
away from your face. You’re features look proportionate, you declutter the
background and you can’t see those arms at all!
Accessorize – Try wearing a hat, throwing on some
sunglasses, don a wig, or sport a mustache… the possibilities are endless.
Express Yourself – Let’s break away from the duckface and
try a good old fashioned smile! Not feelin’ it? Pout, frown, smirk, laugh, be
goofy!
Just a little heads up…. We will be having a giveaway in
Week Six to celebrate completing the challenge! There will be a few rules, but
nothing you can’t handle! Stay tuned and keep up those selfies!!
