Tips on How to Look Great in Photos

Have you ever caught yourself staring at pictures of models and celebrities with a tinge of envy? Well, you're not alone. The good news is all of us have the potential to look great in our photographs.

• Stand up straight
  Good posture is the first step to posing for a great picture. Take a deep breath and pull in your tummy muscles.
  
  
• Add a twist
  Facing the camera with your hips at a slight angle adds visual interest while slenderizing your torso. Also, place one foot in front of the other, facing slightly away from the camera.
  
  
• Avoid that dreaded double chin
  Start by relaxing, then straighten up, tilt your chin out and down, resting your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
  
  
• Mind the arms
  Place your hands on your hips, holding your arms back and away from your body.
  
  
• Smile
  Smile with your eyes, flirt with the camera, think happy thoughts and let the inner you show through.
  
  
• Go glam
  Hide blemishes, powder your nose, groom your brows, get luscious lips and big lashes and the look of a fresh blush on your cheeks.
  
  
• Hair care
  Sport a hairdo that's well groomed with clean, healthy, shiny hair. Pay special attention to flyaways. Adding a jeweled hair accessory can add that extra sparkle.
  
  
• Find your hue
  Wear colors that complement your skin tone. You probably already have a good idea of what works for you, if you don't do your homework.
  
  
• Practice, practice, practice
  Then sparkle and shine - pose in front of the mirror, try different angles, looks and smiles. Once you've perfected the art in the mirror have a friend take lots of pictures, review them and improvise.