How to get the perfect photo

Hey, cuties! In this article, I am gonna share all my tips on how to get the perfect photo. Since I started my Instagram account, I am getting more and more into photography. Btw, I am taking all the pictures with my phone, so the camera is the last thing you have to worry about.

-BACKGROUND-

Personally, I find the background to be the most important element of the photo since it sets the whole aesthetic and ties everything together.

◆ Explore the city you live by going for walks with your friends, discover new places such as cute coffee shops, vintage looking buildings, cool scenery etc. Be open-minded, think creatively and look at things from different points of view.
◆ Remember it's all about what's in the frame.
◆ I suggest finding the background first. Use your background as inspiration for your outfit, your poses and the mood you wanna set up.

-LIGHTING-

Get that lighting, girl! Trust me, with the right lighting you can take your photo to a whole new level.

◆ Prefer taking your photos in the morning or at least before the sun starts going down.
◆ Always face the light. Don't stand behind it.
◆ Play around with shadows.
◆ Take advantage of the golden hour to get the perfect selfie.

-POSE-

The most important thing here is to be aware of your body type so you can find what works for you.

◆ Have 3 signature poses that work for you every time.
◆ Search for inspiration and save your favorite images on your phone in case you need them.
◆ Before you start taking photos, run a quick test-drive by taking 5-10 photos. This way you will have an idea of how your photo looks like and what you need to change.
◆ Try to change your pose every 10 shots so you can have a variety of photos to choose from.
◆ Don't overdo it. Sometimes all you need to do is act natural and have fun.
◆ Play around with elements from your background such as leaves at fall or you can use an object such as a coffee cup, your phone etc.

-FACE EXPRESSION-

That's the hard part. Not everyone is naturally photogenic but with a little bit of practice, you can do it.

◆ As cringy as it sounds, practice in front of your mirror so as to find your right angles and work on your expressions.
◆ Just like with your poses try different things. Look around, smile, close your eyes, play with your hair, be silly.

-PHOTOGRAPHER-

◆ Ask someone who makes you feel comfortable to take your photos such as your bff, your sibling or your bf/gf.
◆ Show to the photographer some photos so as to help him get the aesthetic you are going for.
◆ Ask the photographer to give you some directions through the shooting.

That's it for this article! Hope you got some inspiration! Thanks for reading! XOXO :)