Self Portrait - Blog Posts
wierd self portrait 😞
happy valentines day from me and my gf!!
So ever since @fishymom-art did the #ToonMe challenge (check her blog out omg her art is great), I've been meaning to do it. But I can't take selfies to save my life.
So until I can take a proper selfie, have #ToonMe... With a twist.
Realism isn't my go-to style, but I decided to try this cuz frankly I had way too much time to kill in science this morning.
Enjoy! And remember my commissions are open until tomorrow at 3 PM! See my earlier post for more details
How to Take a Great Selfie – Tips from a Professional Photographer
Taking selfies is part of our daily lives, but how can you capture a truly great one? I’m Jarno from Kuvaajankulma, and in this blog post, I’ll share my best tips for a successful selfie.
A beautiful blonde woman with elegantly styled hair and flawless makeup, taking the perfect selfie in natural light.
1. Good Lighting Works Wonders
Lighting is the essence of photography, including selfies. Natural light is the best option – position yourself near a window or go outside. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can create harsh shadows. Soft light, like on a cloudy day or during the golden hour, gives your skin a smooth appearance.
Tip: Face the light source. A slight movement can change the entire mood of the photo.
2. Composition is Key
The rule of thirds is an easy way to improve composition. Place your face slightly off-center. Keep the background simple to ensure the focus stays on you.
Tip: Try different angles and heights. Holding the camera slightly above eye level often results in a more flattering angle.
3. Angles and Expressions
Experiment with different angles. A selfie taken straight on can be boring, but one taken slightly from the side can highlight your best features. Smile naturally – a relaxed expression is always the best.
Tip: Avoid taking pictures too close, as it can distort facial proportions.
4. Beauty Touch-Ups
A great selfie is also about the details. Ensure the background is tidy and that your hair and clothes are in place. Light makeup or using powder to reduce shine can help.
Tip: A good selfie is also authentic – don’t overdo filters.
5. Edit Lightly
Use editing sparingly. Adjust brightness, contrast, and sharpness if needed. Fine-tuning colors can enhance the mood, but avoid overdoing it.
6. Selfies in Different Settings
Taking a selfie at the beach? Use natural light and a bright background. Indoors? Be creative with lamp lighting. On the move? Ensure your camera is stable and the background interesting.
7. Using a Selfie Stick and Timer
For more versatile selfies, try a selfie stick or your camera’s timer. This gives you more freedom with angles and composition.
Need help with professional photography? Check out my studio photography services or book a model photoshoot. Find more photography tips and my services on Kuvaajankulma’s homepage.
Happy photographing!
Jarno, Kuvaajankulma
chronic humidity
be bisexual + sit weird
Sorry for being gone so long... I’m going to try to post more often now... but here’s... my second bit of digital art on tumblr? I thought I posted more....
hi, I'm back !
A lot of things have happened to me lately : I finished my master's thesis and got my degree with an unbelievable good grade. I turned 23 and got my nose pierced. And last but not least : I'm moving to Germany in September !
This year was a really challenging one, but I'm glad I got through it. I'm currently enjoying my holidays, doing art, seeing friends and trying to survive the dangerous heat.
I'm gonna try posting some new art and tidying things up a bit !
It Is I !
(working on my little digital face)
Making life-changing decisions in your 20s should be illegal.
Growing up is just learning to deal with disappointment, eh ?
¨Say that you remember feeling the same about me¨
how I actually look when im too lazy to wear a white button down *turns off mitski*
Little self portrait
Self portrait in crayon 🖍️
SELFIES 2 the project continues...for now.
"SELFIES" I had setup some T5 fluos with a white muslin backdrop, and needed to fire off some test shots for this. [sidenote: tons of issues with the color and light until after editing I realized one bank of the T5's was at a different color temperature than the others--which totally throws the whole thing off as far as color/exposure consistency… be sure to match up your kelvin and kill any stray ambient fluos in the room. For mine, even the gray cards were inconsistent on these tests].
I am loathe for self-portraits. I don't like shooting myself– I have the same insecurities just about everyone else does. I prefer shooting inanimate objects or others who are portrait or model material. But a setup… I can deal with that out of practicality. No one will see that.
My family is pretty much the same. I'll fire off some head shots of my wife or kids when they are around that look AMAZING , and they usually dictate that "these can NOT wind up on the net… or anywhere for that matter!" Funny, because they ARE very photogenic.
So of late, I always see these "self-portrait-a-day" projects, and I think they are utterly amazing. I rarely feel like I have the time for such things, but also really don't like confronting myself. Even the "filter" of drawing myself offers me more comfort than photographing.
So earlier this year, I settled on the "selfie-a-month-or-so" project instead. Nothing like minimal commitment, huh? Some of the selfies I have taken with the old iPhone 4. Others with the macintosh's built in camera. Only time will tell if I have the time or guts to stick with this. These low-res versions of the file (72ppi for net at 5 x5) also seem to lose some punch, although that can't be pinned to the camera or the lights. I'll have to check the resampling setting in Photoshop to see why.
Abstracción del artista
Herramienta: Celular Samsung (Penup)
Estilo: Autoretrato
Notas adicionales (y fuera de contexto): No se, solo quise hacerme un yipee y termine haciendo 3 de la misma cosa
Bagno, 2020
Day 1 of improvement challenge
Self portrait