Hello, My name is Krizia and I have mastered the Fine Art of Selfies. What are my credentials you ask? Well, both my Instagram AND Twitter usernames are @theartofselfies and @artofselfies respectively, so, yeah I am qualified. Here are a couple of tips in the form of haikus to help you become a selfie master… if you aren’t already.
Header image: adweek.com
Lighting
Source: wonderfulengineering.com
Balanced light
If it is dim, don’t do it
Always think
Reflective Surfaces
Source: knowyourmeme.com/ globalgrind.com
A dirty mirror
Not attractive, okay
Turn off your flash
Clothing
Source: @jamesfrancotv/ @manrepeller
Clothing is key
Do you feel comfortable?
No nudes
Background
Source: funny-pictures.picphotos.net
People walking
Old man standing beside you
LOL watch out
State of Mind
Source: thepizzadog.tumblr.com
Think happy thoughts
A puppy, pizza, or new shoes
Channel Beyonce
Facial Expressions
Source: veryhilarious.com
Don’t close your eyes
Duck face isn’t in
Remember to smize
Filters
Source: brandflakesforbreakfast.com
Enhance your selfie
Valencia, Hudson, Rise
Never Kelvin, k?
Props
Source: wired.com
Use a prop sparingly
Strategically located
Dogs, people, or food
Canvas
Source: you.co.za
Make-up essential
Lipstick, blush, and concealer
Caked on is a NO
Angles
Source: news.epicinter.net
No SOH-CAH-TOA
Avoid selfies from below
Check your double chin
Here’s ours:
#TEAMFORA