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1. Look Younger
2. Lose Weight
3. Get the pale out
4. Fix problem skin
5. Increase height
6. Make big noses (or other body parts) smaller
7. Taking (out) the red eye
8. Smile better
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Comments
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Subscribe to commentsframe1233May 14th 2008 11:44AM
These are some of the worst before & after example photos I've ever seen. How much time was spent researching images for this article....more than a minute? Come on, if you're going to offer suggestions on how to enhance or correct photo flaws, at least have the decency to use examples of good photography. This article does a disservice to the craft.
JMay 14th 2008 1:09PM
I thought most of the "before" pictures looked better than the "after"s.
maryMay 14th 2008 1:43PM
Actually I thought using subjects who were real people was a great idea... most of our friends and family are not models... the point is how to flatter our less than perfect subject... as to erasing pimples.. come on they are not permanent for most people so who wants them recorded for history.
KaylaMay 22nd 2008 12:18PM
I agree! Most of us aren't models and aren't professional photographers!
DorothyMay 14th 2008 2:25PM
How can you read the "fuzzy" small, smll print describing these photo fixes?? AND NO,, it is not my eyes.....maybe there is someway to adjust it on my computer, but if so, I do not know how.
SandyMay 16th 2008 6:42AM
I just happened to fall upon this article. I have to say that I am not experienced at all at taking pictures and I did learn alot. I don't have a fancy camera and with a large family I count on either my old 35 mm point and shoot or just a disposable. Does anyone have any advice if I were to by another camera on a limited income, which would take a better picture? Great article! Thank you!
AngelaMay 20th 2008 8:39AM
Sandy, I love the 35 mm Minolta camera that I have. I also have a bounce flash. I actually took a basic photography class at a local college and really enjoyed the class. I learned a lot about how to use the camera and take good pics. Good luck!
JhannaJul 11th 2008 11:26AM
Yes, Angela is right! Any highschool in your neihborhood has courses for photography and very inexpencive, yet helpful
webstertruckersJul 11th 2008 1:29PM
Hey there Sandy,
I must say if you are just wanting a easy point and shoot camera that isn't very expensive I would suggest a Kodak. They are so simple to use and take suprisingly wonderful pictures. I suggest them to people who either are new to the digital photo world or who just want something simple. And don't let the salesman fool you. Yes more pixels are better, but if you aren't going to be blowing up the pic past an 8X10 then six megs is more than sufficent.Hope this helps. Feel free to ask me any more questions if you like.
LuannaMay 16th 2008 12:15PM
Thank you for some helpful and timely tips that use photos that the average person can compare their photos too! They can also realize that small steps in improving pictures makes a big difference, and feel good about the photos they take, making them more likely to take more photos which preserve more memories. I wish I had more pictures of some people who have shuffled off this mortal coil, they felt they didnt take good pictures, so they would not allow for people to take pictures of them.
I have been working with one of the programs you mentioned and the complication of that program is vast. They have people making livings helping others through the tutorials! ... These are helpful tips and hints the average person can grasp most easily ... and even the above average photo shooter can pick up a new technique to try.. GREAT JOB! Thank you!
francieMay 18th 2008 3:10PM
EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS!!! these are very helpful tips for the every day family/friends/events picture taking. (for those of you that are looking for more professional suggestions, move on.) thanks soooo much for these tips.
ElizabethMay 22nd 2008 2:28PM
My boyfriend has a difficult time keeping his eyes open when he takes a picture. Any advice?
sugardaisyMay 27th 2008 8:26PM
He can't keep his eyes open when he TAKES a picture or when someone take a picture of HIM?? If the latter is the case, then he needs to not look directly into the camera. If he can't keep his eyes open to take a picture, then I guess he should give the camera to someone else hahaha.
Creative ImagesJul 11th 2008 1:30PM
I am a professional photographer and this article caught my eye so I decided to check it out. Another suggestion is to use the Auto Enhance in your program this works really well for those who are just taking snapshots.
I must say I was disappointed in the article. I think it was misleading as these are mostly tips to correct a potential snapshot instead of how to take the preventive measures so you don't have to "fix" the photo...
I have one other suggestion. If the colour is bunk, then turn it B&W. It works wonders for people and makes their features just pop.
LouiseJul 14th 2009 9:29AM
ELIZABETH, I WAS ALWAYS TOLD TO FIX MY EYES ON SOMETHING OTHER THEN THE CAMERA, MAYBE A LITTLE TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT OF CAMERA. AND IT HAS ALWAYS WORKED no blinking or closing eyes ., JUST KEEP TALKING TO PERSON ABOUT SOMETHING THEY LIKE. PICTURES ARE MORE NATURAL THAT WAY.
cocoakisses31Jul 15th 2009 12:10AM
this was great!!! I especially liked the lose weight tip.. very interesting.