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If You Want to Look Like Your Best Self for the Camera

Penelope Trunk recently twittered that she felt she looked “fat” and “structurally ugly” in a New York Times photo. First, not true; second, there are many people who feel they are simply not photogenic.

Posted On 04.23.08

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Karen Swim

April 27, 2008 7:37 pm

Hi Milena, I saw Penelope's tweet and instantly related as I'm sure most did. I have always been photo shy and manage to mostly avoid the camera. However, life is changing and photos are becoming more common. At least I now have a handy set of tips to help me feign confidence. Thanks for sharing your inside tricks with us.

Karen Swim

April 27, 2008 7:37 pm

Hi Milena, I saw Penelope's sweet and instantly related as I'm sure most did. I have always been photo shy and manage to mostly avoid the camera. However, life is changing and photos are becoming more common. At least I now have a handy set of tips to help me feign confidence. Thanks for sharing your inside tricks with us.

Bubba

April 27, 2008 9:25 pm

And if you have glasses make sure to tilt them down a little to avoid glare over from the flash.

Milena

April 28, 2008 2:00 am

@ Karen Swim

Great, I'm glad you found them useful!

@ Bubba

That's a useful hint too, thanks!

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