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10 LIFE HACKS TO LOOK BETTER IN PHOTOS / MODEL TIPS

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Summary of the Video’s Photo/Model Life Hacks

  • Use zoom instead of moving the phone closer (selfies & “hot body” shots)

    • Don’t bring your phone too close to your face/body (it can distort features).
    • Instead: extend your arm and zoom in.
    • You can do this via Instagram Stories or by placing your phone somewhere and zooming before taking the photo.

  • Get a flattering angle

    • If the camera is from a too-high angle, you may look shorter.
    • If the photographer is too low, you may look unflattering or have wrong proportions.
    • Aim for the photographer’s hands facing your chest for a better angle.

  • Full-body photos when you’re sitting

    • Have the photographer shoot from an upper angle (camera a bit above you—even if they’re seated).
    • Keep it slightly above, not “too high up” (avoid the awkward, “helicopter” look).

  • Positioning to lengthen legs

    • For full-body shots: have your legs face toward the edge of the camera to make them look longer.
    • Don’t leave too much empty space between your legs and the bottom of the frame—this can make legs look shorter.

  • Choose shoes to look taller (and legs longer/ slimmer)

    • Wear nude-colored shoes to blend with your skin tone and create a “leg extension” effect.
    • Open-toe shoes can also help visually lengthen the leg.
    • To make legs look slimmer: use slightly bigger-looking shoes so the contrast makes the leg appear thinner.

  • Prep your skin for the camera

    • Apply body butter or body cream before the photo.
    • Focus on getting moisturized, glowy legs so the image looks less dull.

  • Use “selfie mode” guidance for poses

    • If someone else is taking your photo, ask them to switch to selfie mode.
    • They should hold the phone like they’re taking a selfie, then adjust your body while looking at the screen to get a better pose and more confidence.

  • Your mood affects the photo

    • Take pictures when you’re in a good mood—it shows on camera.
    • Use music to get into the right vibe (sexy/cute/etc.), which can change your expression and body language.

  • Use the grid to keep the horizon straight

    • Turn on the camera grid and make sure it’s aligned properly.
    • Keep the grid lines parallel to the horizon (or adjust using visible straight lines).
    • Avoid heavy editing afterward—cropping can cut off important parts.

  • For sitting-on-the-ground shots

    • Avoid upper angles.
    • Ask the photographer to shoot from your level for a more flattering result.

Notable Locations / Products / Speakers Mentioned

  • Speaker: Ruslan (creator of the tips)
  • Product/Brand: Casepi (Case to PI) phone cases
  • Promo mention: “case defy comm slash ruslana” (for 20% off)
    • Military-grade drop protection
    • Added freebies mentioned (including sanitizing wipes and protective mask donations related to COVID-19/medical workers)

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