There is no wrong way to capture a selfie. The selfie is a way of self-expression and the artistic choices vary as much as faces themselves. “Selfie” was named Oxford Dictionaries Word of the year for 2013, and it’s defined as a photo taken of oneself and shared on social media. Taking selfies is a fun way to show your Continue Reading
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Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock (or just never check social media), you’ve likely heard of, or even participated in, the selfie trend. Although the trend first started back in the MySpace days, things really took off when Apple released the front-facing camera on the iPhone 4 in 2010. Since then, elementary schoolers, teenagers, and young adults alike have Continue Reading
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We all know the obvious, selfies are here to stay! So why not make the best out of them? Shutterfly’s guide offers tips on how to capture a great selfie that’s worth sharing. It teaches you everything from how to find the best lighting to giving your picture that little extra oomph before posting. Follow these tips, capture your selfie, Continue Reading
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In a unique spin on the typical Gigapan panorama we’ve come to know and love, the company teamed up with NASA on Earth Day this year for something big – an image comprised of self-portraits captured by citizens all over the world. When zoomed out, it resembles an image of Earth from space. The final product has been released, with submissions coming in from every continent. Take a look
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Ever wonder what Fido gets up to while you’re away?
Teach your pup to selfie, and all you’ll have to do is follow Mr. Muffins on Instagram to keep tabs.
Yes, your dog can take selfies!
Our Pal Anna Jane of NYC’s School for The Dogs has been teaching dogs this skill (her pooch Amos is quite a pro). She’s kindly agreed to to let you in on just how it’s done.
Convincing your furball to update their Instagram on the regs, is up to you.
How To Teach Your Dog to Selfie
p.s. Help! Anna Jane’s School for the Dogs’ building burned down. So she is raising funds to give the doggies of New York a new place to go for training (and fun). Throw her a (metaphorical) bone, wouldya? Visit her fundraising site.
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Selfie taking is a solitary pursuit, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help each other with our selfie snapping technique.
After extensive research (and many a photographic self portrait) the Photojojo Institute of Selfie Studies is pleased to share their collection of the very best selfie taking tips, apps and gadgets, for the good of society.
Read on to become a true master of the selfigraphical arts.
Then before you go forth and selfie, please, forward this invaluable guide to all your friends. Let’s get better at taking photos alone, together!
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Whether you need to prove you met Bono, are checking your face for post-lunch food particulates or it’s time for a new profile pic … Sometimes you just have to take a photo or yourself. Before you tap that shutter button, please complete the following selfie prep:
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Selfie Enhancing Apps
Everyday app reminds you to take a selfie every single day. Then, compiles your pics into a neat-o timelapse. Take a photo from farther than one arms length. CamMe lets you trigger your camera from afar with a wave of your hand.
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| Solo Selfie Gear
No flash for your front facing camera? Add soft even light with… No outstretched arm in your pics! This guy helps your phone stand up for itself. Add kaleidoscope, starburst and wide angle effects with these filters over your lens. With sharp optics and a big ‘ol sensor, the QX beams your pix straight to your phone.
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Group Selfie (gro?op ‘self?) n. Any photo featuring two or more people, when one of those people is you. Once you master the group selfie you’ll never have to leave someone out of the group shot again! Group selfie tip: Don’t forget the silly one! Once you’ve documented your best smiles, yell “silly one” and snap one more. Your true friends know what to do.
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Document your group and yourself at the same time. Dblcam app takes photos through your front and back facing cams and puts them side by side. Self-timer apps are great for group pix! Trigger the countdown, then run to join your friends in the shot.
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Groupfie Gadgets
No need to grow your arm. Fisheye lenses fit more pals in the pic. Pose with your posse and snap photos at a distance with a handy remote. This tripod folds up for ultimate portability. Take it anywhere the party. The Glif will prop up any phone and attaches to any tripod (folding or not).
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Now that you’re a classic and group selfie expert, ask yourself: Would you selfie in a box? Would you selfie with a fox? If yes, you’re ready for extreme selfies! Extreme selfies are not just about documenting your face. X-selfies show your creative side, your masterful skillz with a phone cam and your zest for life.
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Extreme Selfie Apps
You never sit still, why should your selfies? Selfie360 take pix as you spin and stitches them into a magical shareable gif. Turn your phone cam to pano mode and just try to take a selfie (the results are bound to be silly).
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Ready for your close up? Macro lenses capture stunning detail at close range. Adorn your portrait with splashes of rainbow-y color. Snap underwater selfies all while keeping your iPhone safe and sound. A charging cable and phone stand, Une Bobine bends to capture your best angle.
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You’ve pretty much mastered the selfie … impeccable arm extension, flawless duck face, precision head tilt.
All that perfection can get boring.
It’s time to make the switch to Pano Selfies.
Give your selfies some edge with distorted perspective, glitchy stitching and guaranteed laughs from all who see ‘em.
It’s easy!
1. Put your camera into Panoramic mode or fire up any auto-stitching pano app.
2. Point your camera at your face and start the pano. It can be tricky since you have to use the back-facing camera, but practice makes perfect (or a bit easier).
3. Move you camera from one side of your face to the other. Use your whole arm, don’t just tilt the phone. Add wiggles, bumps, move the camera closer/farther from your face or change your expression as the phone passes by, for max silliness.
4. Share! Throw your masterpiece onto the web with #panoselfie.
5. Check Out Others’ Pano Selfies and Have a Chuckle
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