if you are not photogenic does that mean you are not pretty?

Answer 1

No, it doesn't mean you're not pretty. There can be a number of reasons you don't like the way you look in a picture. I model, and there are times when I don't like how I look in pictures.

Some reasons why you may not like the way you look in pictures are:

Lighting- Proper lighting makes a big difference, shadows can be cast across your face and create a distortion. The best light source you can use is natural lighting, as it is most flattering. Just be sure the sun is behind the photographer so the model is being lit.

Bad Photographer- Sometimes the photographer may not know what they're doing, so they can get unflattering angles, not have proper lighting etc.

Facial Expression- Sometimes you may try to do different expressions, and they just don't photograph well, practice some facial expressions in the mirror so you kow what works. Also move your head around and see what looks most flattering for you face. Generally you can't go wrong with smiling, just make sure it's a real smile, ask the photographer to tell a joke.

Comfort Level- You may not be comfortable in front of the camera or with the photographer. Try to get comfortable with whichever is the issue. If you're not comfortable, it will show in the picture, and it will probably make you look tense. Try having a friend take your picture that way you'll be more comfortable.

Answer 2

Omg,

Not at all when im being shot on screen people say im photogenic but when at home i don't think im the prettiest girl ion the world. You don't have to be gorgeous to take good pictures. You just need to now where you are and how your taking it whether you have a good angle when getting shot if not you might pose like you added 10 pounds to the picture. So don't worry about how u look it's about how u present the picture your self.

audrey

Answer 3

Before you start asking this kind of question,have your photo taken by a professional. I speak from experience. I am not photogenic,if you catch me offguard I look normal but with the right lighting and a good shutter bug behind the lens I can look amazing.Try it,you will too!

Answer 4

I don't think so. It means pictures of you don't turn right. I'm not photogenic. Whenever I try posing for pictures either I close my eyes or I have a really fake smile plastered on my face.

Answer 5

I'm sure you're a beautiful girl...

To me, it means that you're not comfortable with your photos. Sure, some pictures of me make me look like crap. But I'm a guy, and don't really care all that much. Being a girl, I can understand you being picky about what photos make you "look good". But don't put yourself down like that. Of course you are pretty, even if you think your photo says otherwise. Someone else might not think the photo is bad at all!

Answer 6

No, you just don't take good photos for some reason. Maybe you tend to blink when the flash goes off, or your eyes always look red in photos or it could be a large variety of things!

Answer 7

NO!

Everybody will look nice of photos. It just depends on where the camera is coming from and which angle of you are they taking. Everyone can look pretty in photos

trust me!

Answer 8

Certainly not; I've always been told I'm beautiful, but have never had a decent photo taken in my life, except for one school portrait taken when I was 16.

Answer 9

no it doesnt mean your not pretty it just means that not all times you look perfect in your pictures. But im sure your pretty

Answer 10

no way your are pretty but the camera is ugly. you just need to relax have some one take pics of you when your not ready and you will see the difference