WITH Christmas party season fast approaching, you’ll be surrounded by snapping
cameras in the coming weeks.
Make your festive photos something to be proud of – rather than sifting
through Facebook untagging unflattering pics – with these six easy posing
tricks.
1. Get an ‘S’ shape
Perhaps most importantly, don’t stand face-on to the camera. They say the
camera adds 10 pounds and the angle of your body can have a huge impact on
this.
If you stand or sit straight-on you will likely look bigger than you are and
create a ‘wooden’ look.
Instead, angle your body away from the camera and push your weight onto your
back foot for a more relaxed look. This should give you an ‘S’ shape – which
has been deemed the most flattering in photos.
2. Lower your shoulders
Drop the shoulder that’s closest to the camera downwards.
This will elongate your neck and open up your body. Try to keep your chin from
facing down – point it slightly out to avoid a double chin.
3. The rules apply to sitting too
If you are snapped sitting down, try to shape your silhouette too. If
possible, sit up straight with your body angled away from the camera.
READ:
Thought yours were bad… here are the winners of the most awkward holiday
snaps
4. Watch your hands
Be careful with where you place your hands.
If you are touching your face in a snap, try not to turn your palm to face the
camera. Instead, use it to replicate the contours of your face.
5. Bend your knee
If you’re being photographed from the side – don’t forget your ’S’ shape. This
can be achieved by bending your knee a little and lowering your shoulders.
This should make you look slimmer as well as more relaxed and natural.
READ:
10 Things you didn’t know about your body
6. Tilt your head
Don’t stare down the lens – this can give a harsh look.
Instead, try turning your body slightly away from the camera. You should also
tilt your head for a better shot.