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By Nancy Gray


Whenever you attend an event, it is likely that you will have to pose at a wedding photo booth Houston TX to have your picture taken with the event's backdrop. If you are someone who doesn't like his photos taken or who looks awkward at pictures, there are still ways for you to look great at the prints. Here are some tips.

While waiting for your turn, take time to check the mirror and retouch your makeup. Good photographers will usually have a mirror available at their booths. After all, their most satisfied clients are generally those that look great at their snaps. You may need to add more color to your face since strong lighting can make you look pale and dull. Do not forget to tame and comb your frizz.

To get a good picture, make sure that you know how to pose in front of the camera. You can practice this days before the event. Stand in front of a mirror and experiment on your angles. You can also use your camera and set the timer on while you prepare for your picture. Look for your best angles. To get some ideas, check out celebrity photos and how they pose for them.

If you are not comfortable posing for a solo picture, ask a friend or two to join you for the shot. By having other people in the picture, your awkwardness will be less noticeable. This picture will also be a perfect remembrance of the event and the people who enjoyed it with you. Being with friends will also help you appear natural.

Show that you are having fun by taking advantage of the props brought by the photographer. You can also use these to cover some unflattering bulges that cannot be concealed by your clothes. Let your creativity flow. If you aren't satisfied with what's available, you may pick other items from your bag or from the venue.

A key tip in look great in pictures is to arm yourself with a smile. While smiling is so simple and easy, people who become anxious about having their photos taken forget to do this or end up smiling awkwardly. You can practice your smile in front of a mirror or while taking a selfie. Check if you look better when you show your teeth or when you just smile with your lips.

There are always bad shots and the only way to make them better is to request for a retake. In many cases, a photographer will oblige. After all, they want you to be happy about your pictures. However, if there are a lot of people waiting for their turn, you may have to wait for everyone to be done before you can get your retake.

These pictures are taken so that you and the event hosts will have something to remember the event with. Since these photos may be uploaded to social media, try your best to look good by practicing your poses, smiling and having fun during the event. If possible, ask for retakes of awkward shots.




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