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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

So I was chatting to a guy on here this morning who complained that he was often blocked after sending a face pic. Not surprising I told him as it’s really bad...

Tips please forumites on how to take sexy face pics.

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By *ceKweenWoman
over a year ago

Bolton

Good light and always take photo from above and never below... unless you want to see your chins lol

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

Daylight I find makes skin look better. And take your time if your not feeling it, leave it for a bit and come back to do it

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Good light and always take photo from above and never below... unless you want to see your chins lol"

Wow, your pics are gorgeous. I’m taking notes too

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Daylight I find makes skin look better. And take your time if your not feeling it, leave it for a bit and come back to do it "

So natural light?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Do not take it from face on.

Tilt head.

Get decent lighting.

Have more than just your face in the picture ( i.e leaning on hands or wearing a hat)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh gosh i need this advice

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Do not take it from face on.

Tilt head.

Get decent lighting.

Have more than just your face in the picture ( i.e leaning on hands or wearing a hat)"

Props- noted

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Oh gosh i need this advice "

Ask and it shall be given

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By *ceKweenWoman
over a year ago

Bolton

Thinking sexy thoughts always brings a sexy look as well... when dressed up and feeling sexy, another bonus.

But we will always take about 10 photos and 2 could be ok lol

Play with the camera

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"Daylight I find makes skin look better. And take your time if your not feeling it, leave it for a bit and come back to do it

So natural light? "

Yeah that

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like"

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

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By *asilyled1Man
over a year ago

ogmore valley

I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Confidence.

Sounds trite I know but if you look confident to the camera with a big beaming smile, you're more likely to look attractive

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By *otmale5Man
over a year ago

glasgow

I’m told I’m handsome but for the life of me I can’t take a good selfie. I actually don’t take that good a pic when someone else does it either.. Still... not bothered..

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie..."

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in "

See I'm too lazy for that I take 2 or 3, else I get frustrated and it's never a good photo then

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc "

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend

Smile

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By *asilyled1Man
over a year ago

ogmore valley


"I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in

See I'm too lazy for that I take 2 or 3, else I get frustrated and it's never a good photo then "

Yes but you’re pretty while I have a head like a hairy potato!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in

See I'm too lazy for that I take 2 or 3, else I get frustrated and it's never a good photo then "

I just take one pic and think it'll do

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By *parkle1974Woman
over a year ago

Leeds

I have no idea....let me know if you find out

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Not a fucking clue.

I have resting bitch face.

Deal.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just took one after reading the advice. Let's see if it works

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in

See I'm too lazy for that I take 2 or 3, else I get frustrated and it's never a good photo then

Yes but you’re pretty while I have a head like a hairy potato! "

That's not true so shut up you

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"I usually take about fifty and pick the one I look not too bad in

See I'm too lazy for that I take 2 or 3, else I get frustrated and it's never a good photo then

I just take one pic and think it'll do "

I often do some stupid grimace on the first one, so the second sorts it out lol

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter

I also have a resting bitch face. But my facial expression changes a lot very rapidly. I think that's why I do exponentially better in the cam chat rooms than I do via messaging/forums. Although ironically if I used stills from my webcam as profile pics it'd be even more futile!

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester

I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter

In terms of selfies though, use the self timer and set it to take three or five shots in a row, that way

You can pretend you have a friend doing a photoshoot. Make love to the camera, baby!

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend

Ok ...rate my mug shot ...only for this afternoon

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?"

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x

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By *asilyled1Man
over a year ago

ogmore valley


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it! "

You make me laugh. Because you’re right!

But it’s an attractive grumpy face

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Think of something or someone who makes you smile, it'll light you up from the inside.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it! "

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"So I was chatting to a guy on here this morning who complained that he was often blocked after sending a face pic. Not surprising I told him as it’s really bad...

Tips please forumites on how to take sexy face pics. "

Ouch burn

Everyone thinks they have a best side or feature? Capitalise! Don't alter though as yiu may meet one day

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it! "

Thing is, the only time men can get away with that is if we're musicians having our picture taken for a press shot or something. When it comes to stuff like dating sites etc, if a bloke looks moody, it can convey the wrong type of danger. There's a site called photofeeler that allows you to upload your photos for review by other site members - I recommend people check it out. It had plenty of useful insights on where you might be going wrong or why your favourite headshot isn't winning anyone over. It's helpful.

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter


"Think of something or someone who makes you smile, it'll light you up from the inside. "

Or swallow a torch

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

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"Think of something or someone who makes you smile, it'll light you up from the inside. "

This is a good idea! It's what I do before I take any photos and my mugshots are generally okay. I'm not good at the whole pout and tilt my head thing but I think looking directly at the camera, having a clear background and feeling good about yourself all helps.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ooh, taking notes!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Take 50. Choose the best.

Always in good light!

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"Think of something or someone who makes you smile, it'll light you up from the inside.

Or swallow a torch"

Similar....

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?"

I do some of my ‘Stills’ taken from video. Straight selfies usually end up as a pile on the cutting room floor I just can’t get close up selfies right. - even on timer

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"Think of something or someone who makes you smile, it'll light you up from the inside.

This is a good idea! It's what I do before I take any photos and my mugshots are generally okay. I'm not good at the whole pout and tilt my head thing but I think looking directly at the camera, having a clear background and feeling good about yourself all helps."

This exactly. I'm often told I have a filthy smile and sparkling eyes, and it's because of who's in my head when I take a picture

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'd say don't overthink it and just point and click

I just want an accurate representation of what you look like

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too "

Ha ha you’re such a charmer! I’m either laughing or look like I’m fuming. I don’t think I have an in between look!!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too

Ha ha you’re such a charmer! I’m either laughing or look like I’m fuming. I don’t think I have an in between look!!! "

What about the ‘I’m pissed so don’t mess with me’ look?

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too

Ha ha you’re such a charmer! I’m either laughing or look like I’m fuming. I don’t think I have an in between look!!!

What about the ‘I’m pissed so don’t mess with me’ look? "

I'm going to take this one now I think....

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x"

Likewise

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend


"Ok ...rate my mug shot ...only for this afternoon "
ooops ..the fabs aren't flooding in as much as I thought they would

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By * Lexi xWoman
over a year ago

stockport

Never use a filter.......

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too

Ha ha you’re such a charmer! I’m either laughing or look like I’m fuming. I don’t think I have an in between look!!!

What about the ‘I’m pissed so don’t mess with me’ look? "

Christ I’ve mastered that one too!!! I’m more multi skilled than I thought!!

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By * Lexi xWoman
over a year ago

stockport


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x

Likewise "

I’ve never tried that.......

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it! "

This is fun, I like pulling silly faces as well

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Always have a clear and smiley mug shot available when requested

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x

Likewise "

Is good as u cant get ass shots unless a contorshinist if u have no one to take them lol x

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x

Likewise

I’ve never tried that....... "

It’s fun, give it a go and have a laugh with it

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Do a video and just have fun, relax... smile, laugh, resting face with different poses and angles, just don’t over think it... then see if anything comes up you like

Video? Don’t get it Chickie...

Video yourself then take screenshots of the angles you like best, this way you aren’t concentrating too much on waiting for the camera to click etc

Ooooooh light bulb moment Wonder if anyone else thought of this?

Most of my pics are taken from a screen shot from a vid x

Likewise

Is good as u cant get ass shots unless a contorshinist if u have no one to take them lol x"

I’ve always just put my phone on timer. Will have a go at the vid though now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A tip.

It helps when you face the window.

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By *hav02Man
over a year ago

Glasgow/London

I find natural poses better, so rarely take photos looking at the camera.

The best shots of me i think are my holiday photos, but who wants see a sweaty me in shorts and shades

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I find natural poses better, so rarely take photos looking at the camera.

The best shots of me i think are my holiday photos, but who wants see a sweaty me in shorts and shades "

Yeah I’m not keen on holiday pics especially when the guy’s holding a big fish. Wtf?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Good light and always take photo from above and never below... unless you want to see your chins lol"

I need to do that - hold the phone higher up

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend


"Ok ...rate my mug shot ...only for this afternoon ooops ..the fabs aren't flooding in as much as I thought they would "

Jeez ..am I really this ugly?

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By *martin1001Man
over a year ago

Bromsgrove


"I just embrace the grumpy look and go with it!

If my grumpy look looked like yours, I’d do that too

Ha ha you’re such a charmer! I’m either laughing or look like I’m fuming. I don’t think I have an in between look!!!

What about the ‘I’m pissed so don’t mess with me’ look?

Christ I’ve mastered that one too!!! I’m more multi skilled than I thought!!"

At least your grumpy face looks moody and sexy...as opposed to 'straining on the toilet'

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Ok ...rate my mug shot ...only for this afternoon ooops ..the fabs aren't flooding in as much as I thought they would

Jeez ..am I really this ugly? "

Wrong thread that’s all.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Be d*unk, that's my best face pic

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Daylight is definitely better. Take loads of pics so you can pic the better of the bunch. Definitely don't rush taking them.

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By *hav02Man
over a year ago

Glasgow/London


"I find natural poses better, so rarely take photos looking at the camera.

The best shots of me i think are my holiday photos, but who wants see a sweaty me in shorts and shades

Yeah I’m not keen on holiday pics especially when the guy’s holding a big fish. Wtf? "

Is that an euphemism

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I find natural poses better, so rarely take photos looking at the camera.

The best shots of me i think are my holiday photos, but who wants see a sweaty me in shorts and shades

Yeah I’m not keen on holiday pics especially when the guy’s holding a big fish. Wtf?

Is that an euphemism "

You’re the bloke. Tell me?

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By *aitonelMan
over a year ago

Travelling

If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall!

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester


"If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall! "

I offered to take pics of you...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Notes being taken, I'm terrible at taking selfies!

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By *aitonelMan
over a year ago

Travelling


"If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall!

I offered to take pics of you... "

That doesn't count as selfies!

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester


"If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall!

I offered to take pics of you...

That doesn't count as selfies! "

There’s your answer.. if you’re camera challenged phone a friend!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall!

I offered to take pics of you...

That doesn't count as selfies!

There’s your answer.. if you’re camera challenged phone a friend! "

Actually that’s true. Taken some great pics for others

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By *aitonelMan
over a year ago

Travelling


"If you find out let me know! Selfies are my downfall!

I offered to take pics of you...

That doesn't count as selfies!

There’s your answer.. if you’re camera challenged phone a friend! "

No peeking though!

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By *eastAndTheHarlotCouple
over a year ago

Hartlepool

Stand with your camera out and slowly move it around. Find your best angle. Lots of lighting.

Also men, stop trying to look mean. It just makes you look stupid.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If all else fails, smile

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Any more tips from you gorgeous lot?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Set a timer.

Put a finger in your ass just is it counts down 1.

That’s how estella does hers

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By *stbury DavenportMan
over a year ago

Nottingham

- Put aside some time to do it. Candid shots don’t work.

- Make sure you’re mentally in a place to cope with being reminded of what you really look like.

- Be prepared to take a three-figure number of photos.

- Be prepared to delete every single last one of them.

- Accept that some days you won’t be able to get a good photo no matter how many hundreds of takes you put yourself through.

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