Ever wonder why you feel thinner than you look in your photos? Ever scurry away when someone pulls out a camera? Ever wonder if those Victoria’s Secret models have to see chiropractors after their photo shoots?

I do.

All the time.

Well, maybe not all the time; just when I have to take a picture, which in the coming months, is guaranteed to be more frequent.

I think.

So, I brought in style expert and author, Constance Dunn to chime in on the do’s and don’ts for striking a pose. She discusses

-the anatomy of a pose (3 considerations: relationship to camera, tilt of head, expression)

-how to project various emotions while looking beautiful

-mining your past photos for clues on your best photo face

-model tips

Take a look at this picture of “Biggest Loser” host, Alison Sweeney after her weight loss. What do you notice about her pose?

Contance Dunn on How to Take a Fantastic Photo by Christelyn