How to Show a Real Smile in Photographs

Not satisfied with the end results of your photographs? Dislike your smile? Read here and find your real smile to make the perfect photographs for future events!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Smile more in real life. Sometimes people aren't used to smiling and this is why photographs may turn out looking forced when asked to smile. If you begin to smile more in life, you'll loosen up, and your photos will show better sides of you.

2. Think about things that make you laugh. When the camera is on you, don't fret! Clear your head of the present time and start to think about jokes or occurrences that have made you joyful in the past. This is a sure way to get your true smile out there on film!

3. Look in the mirror and find the smile that suits you. Practice making various faces and find out which one, according to you, looks real and most accurately describes your personality.

4. Learn how to pick out phony smiles. Remember these smiles when you are taking a photo and be sure to stay away from looking forced.

5. Smile through your eyes. Look at the camera as if you're looking at a special loved one. Eyes are the key to a great smile.

6. Be relaxed. Remember, you're portraying an image of fun and you must remember to breathe and relax your body.

Tips & Warnings

• If possible, invite friends to take a photo with you. Your friends loosen you up the most and provide the best of times!
• Practice makes perfect. Take your own photograph numerous times if you must until you're happy with the result.

[KellyRose]

on 9/16/2008 HELP! I DO NOT know how to smile. I look awful in ALL of my Photos....(Not just my own opinion) MY children have BIG Beautiful smiles. My mother told me I have low self esteem. At 62, I do not think I am going to change. My son's wedding is next Month and I do not want to ruin the Portraits. Is there a Acting coach or a Modeling coach that could help me ?