One of the many popular things to do with a cell phone camera and social media for many, many years has been the selfie. This is taking a picture of yourself with your own phone.
Selfies have taken a life of their own, as the front facing camera was invented years ago to help one capture a better angle upon themselves. Also, Ellen DeGeneres popularized the group selfie during this year's Oscars.
Here are some pointers and tips I have picked up along the way in taking selfies.
1. Cook your head and neck slightly downward.
This minimizes showing you holding the camera, which is important in a good selfie. Also, it makes you look slightly slimmer.
2. Make sure whatever area you use, especially the bathroom, is clean.
Approximately 75 percent of all selfies are taken in the car or the bathroom for some reasons. You look at the picture, and all you see is the junk, mess, and clutter surrounding you. Please take of this.
3. Don't overdo it.
Take about one selfie/week maximum. You need not take 100 selfies/day. It makes you appear narcissistic and self-centered. Less really is more.
4. Use photo apps to enhance your selfies.
Add funny effects, reverse angles, or several different photos in one grid. Allow your creativity to take over and simply be a master of your own masterpiece.
5. Always adjust your lighting properly, on your camera and the room.
This is all so vital, especially for the front camera shot. Often the light and resolution are both dimmed, so increasing both can help you create a fine, visible self-portrait.
How many selfies do you take per day, week or month? Do you have any tips to offer?
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