5 Ways to Get the Best Selfies (without taking 100 shots!)

In case you haven’t heard, it’s National Selfie Day! This social media holiday is one we’re EXTREMELY excited about (of course) and in honor of such a special day, we’re sharing our BEST tips to get the BEST selfies!

National Selfie Day is celebrated on June 21st each year.

Selfies are great fun and a good way to practice your posing and self-portrait skills. To avoid taking boring selfies, here are a few tips to get amazing photos.

1.      Show genuine emotion.

It’s hard to get a good selfie photo if you look too rigid or like you’re trying too hard.  To get a natural smile (if you’re going for the smiling selfie), think of something funny and give a genuine laugh. Your eyes will relax, your smile won’t be forced, and your photo will be amazing.

2. Do an Extreme Pose

Taking a photo of yourself standing in front of a backdrop is great, but what would be even better is a photo of you in a sports pose, or creatively using furniture or a prop for posing.  Simply put your phone in a holder, start the self-timer, and get creative with the pose!

 3. Experiment with angles. 

Trust us when we say that angles can make or break photos.  Many people take selfies from or a little above their eye level. Get creative and look for new angles. Taking a selfie from the ground gives an exciting perspective to your photo.

 4. Bend your hands, arms, or legs.

The body parts that can bend usually should be in photos. This helps makes you look more comfortable, less awkward, and tells more of the big picture in your photo.

 5. Clean your camera lens.

Is it really a great selfie if the photo is blurry and dull? Starting with a quick cleaning of your camera lens will lead to sharp, clearer photos.

Do you have an amazing selfie tip to add? Leave a comment below!