A wave of selfie-mania has swept tourist routes around the world
These photos are quite easy to take today, so you don't have to ask strangers for help. To make your 'selfie' as successful as possible, it's important to know some secrets of this kind of photography.
You can take a 'selfie' with your phone's front camera, a simple camera with a timer, by photographing yourself in a mirror, or with special equipment.
Monopods are special handle-tripods for phones. They have made 'selfies' more accessible. With monopods, you can change the distance, coverage, and angles.
It's better to use a simple camera with a timer rather than the front camera. You can strike a good pose within a set time. With the 'iOS CamMe' app, you can prepare longer, then start shooting, opening and closing your palms. Initially choose optimal shooting conditions. The lighting level should be normal.
Take photos near a window or outdoors. Use the flash carefully. It's important to correctly choose the exact angle of your face.
Try to create more lively photos: turn your head, tilt it; a straight-on shot is not always appropriate. Choose a flattering position to make your face look as harmonious as possible. You can raise the camera above your head. This will show a bit of the surroundings, visually enlarging your eyes.
If you are photographing near a historical landmark, style your hair, put on lipstick, dress nicely. Your created image must be perfect so that the background also looks harmonious.
Nature is considered the most colorful background. Try to choose the right facial expression and pose.
Sometimes puckered lips or funny faces are appropriate. A smile is considered the most charming expression. If the shot turns out blurry, don't delete it. Sometimes such photos become very creative after special processing. Use different filters and plugins.
Of course, 'selfies' are for amateurs. If you need a professional outdoor photo shoot in the cities you travel to, it's best to contact a specialist. Only a good photographer can guarantee high-quality shots that you won't be ashamed to show friends or even use in your future travel photo book.