How to Improve Your Photography with Self Portraiture

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Try doing a Project.

   Like a 365 Day or 52 Week project.
   
   This forces you to stretch your boundaries.
   
   Just how many ways can you take a picture of yourself and keep it interesting.
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   Step 2: Reproduce an effect that you see.

   That doesn't mean taking a photo that mimics another one, it means reproduce the 'effect'.
   
   Determine what it took to make the shot and try it yourself.
   
   If you see a model or photo that you like, try using lights, depth of field, and aperture to get the look. , Figure out what you have to do to make it an incredible opportunity. , Figure out what you have to do to make that shot work. , Find what you like and what works for you. , You will notice that your skills and abilities are improving.
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   Step 3: Take pictures of yourself in areas with 'undesirable' backgrounds.

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   Step 4: Shoot your self portraits in poor light conditions.

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   Step 5: If you have different lens

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   Step 6: use them at various focal lengths.

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   Step 7: Watch your photos as you progress with your self portraiture.

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