whats the catch ? Some people are so beautiful on photos some people are on photo so much uglier then in real-life that you wouldn't let them in your home even if there are axes raining outside.
Is there any scientific explanation ( real-life 3D to 2D picture transition might mess up things ? ) or what ?! I do not get it. Of course, I ask because I am one of those normal looking people - but on photo I am something else. Something ugly.
I want to have nice photos, nice memories, facebook picture with my picture, not some random Spongebob or retarded animal photo... but it's simply not possible. Is my camera too cheap ?! 🙂
Originally posted by ivan2908No, you are just plug ugly 😛
whats the catch ? Some people are so beautiful on photos some people are on photo so much uglier then in real-life that you wouldn't let them in your home even if there are axes raining outside.
Is there any scientific explanation ( real-life 3D to 2D picture transition might mess up things ? ) or what ?! I do not get it. Of course, I ask because I am o ...[text shortened]... ongebob or retarded animal photo... but it's simply not possible. Is my camera too cheap ?! 🙂
Originally posted by ivan2908The camera senses your feelings, but does NOT know what your thinking. You have to look at the camera like someone shared a private joke with you about the camera. Even try treating the camera as a friend you have not seen in a bit, or beloved family member. Another trick to fool the camera is look at the camera like you two share a private joke about someone else in the room.
whats the catch ? Some people are so beautiful on photos some people are on photo so much uglier then in real-life that you wouldn't let them in your home even if there are axes raining outside.
Is there any scientific explanation ( real-life 3D to 2D picture transition might mess up things ? ) or what ?! I do not get it. Of course, I ask because I am o ...[text shortened]... ongebob or retarded animal photo... but it's simply not possible. Is my camera too cheap ?! 🙂
Try it and report back. You have got to be convincing though, the camera is not stupid.
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Much of the "ugliness" in your photographs is probably due to taking snapshots instead of planning your shots. By snapshot I mean just vaguely aiming the camera at your subject and pushing the shutter button with no thought to lighting, background, the subject's pose and expression.
The reason studio portraits make people look better is because the photographer takes the time to get the details right even just the simple things like the glare on someone's glasses. To get a "prettier" portrait, you and your subject are going to have to be willing to take the time and work together.
This doesn't mean spending an hour on a single shot. If you know your camera's settings (depth of field, white balance, etc), have chosen a good background in advance, and your subject is willing to work with you, then you can take plenty of good pictures in the span of a few minutes.
Try a local bookstore for a book about taking portrait photos. The techniques described can also be used in your more informal shots.
Originally posted by cheshirecatstevens
1. Look past the camera not at the lens.
>Yes, many photos could be improved by avoiding the "look at the camera and smile" routine, but the direct stare/see the soul through the eyes portrait can be powerful.
2. Don't pose.
>That is, don't stand stiff like you are in a police line-up or throw your hands in front of your face. Help the photographer out by posing as they direct and add your own personal touches to reflect who you are.