Guide to

erotic photography
Written by Jasmine Ducca & Platanomelón

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Erotic photography
guide
Written by Jasmine Ducca
& Platanomelon

It is very likely that you think that erotic photos are not for you or that to
take them you need to go to a studio or have a professional camera. Well,
first of all you should know that none of that is necessary. In this guide
you will find tricks that are as affordable as they are effective, but
remember: a good attitude is essential.

Taking erotic photos is not just that. It's another way to have fun and
raise self-esteem and excitement to another level. Be aware that if you
decide to share them with your partner, not only will their eyes pop out of
their sockets, they will never forget them!

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After reading this guide, made up of 4 chapters (with practical exercises

and a summary included), you will have everything you need to boost your
self-esteem and activate (even more) your sexual partner's desire.
Specifically, we will talk about:

> Cap. 1
Lightning p. 4
With the age of technology we think that
> Cap. 2
Poses p. 10
There are people who are intimidated by the
spotlights are better than natural light, but the camera or simply don't know what to do at the
reality is very different. moment. Take note of these tips.

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Does the mobile camera work? Retouching photos is the order of the day, but
Is there any alternative to the timer? to what extent is it necessary? How do I do it?
Which angle do I choose?

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Don't miss every detail!
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Chapter 1
Lightning

1.1. BET ON NATURAL LIGHT

Contrary to what you may think, the most advisable and also the most
affordable option is to use natural light. No spotlights that blind you. Take
advantage of the fact that it's summer and there are many more hours of
daylight. Specifically, if you can, set aside an afternoon to do it, since that
evening light will create a very warm (important) and beautiful
atmosphere. If you don't have natural light or you simply don't like it, you can
use lamps you have at home, for example flexible lamps (like the one from
Pixar). With them it will be easier for you to direct the light where you want.

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1.2. WHERE DOES THE LIGHT COME FROM?

It is best not to let the light hit you too directly, because it can create
shadows that are too harsh or make it impossible for you to open your eyes.

Whether natural or artificial, if you can't avoid being hit directly by the light,
put something in front of the light (like a white cloth or curtain) that lets the
light through, but makes it reach you more softly. And if you still can't do
anything about it, don't fight it, join in with the I Spy mask or simply get this
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Something you may never have considered is that it is best for the light to
come from both sides or slightly in front of you, rather than from above
or below. And if it comes in these directions, the shadows created are not
usually very pleasant.

Although since these are erotic photos, you can also play with darker
environments.

But without it looking like a horror movie!

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1.3. HOW TO GET COLORED LIGHT?

If you like playing lighting technician, go a little

further: you can buy colored cellophane paper
at any stationery store and use it as a filter. This
way you will have “spotlights” of warmer and
more fun colors.

Let's delve a little deeper into this cellophane

paper thing. When combining the lights you have at home with it, you must
be careful, because the colors can become too saturated, that is, the
color will be too intense and will detract from the naturalness of the photo.

When we think of erotic photography, reddish lighting may come to mind, but
in reality, red cellophane may not be the best option. Red light tends to
saturate the image a lot (especially if you use a mobile camera). This
causes definition in forms and information to be lost.

If you want to use red light, it is better for the light source not to be aimed
directly at you, but at a wall next to you or in front of you, so that the light
bounces around and is less intense.

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Other color options you can use are orange, yellow, pink, green, or purple.
The blue color looks good if you use
professional gelatins, but if you are
going to use cellophane, it is better to
avoid this color.

If you have more than one lamp or light

bulb, you can combine colors by
putting a different paper on each
bulb.

These are all just a few tips. The cool

thing about taking photos is having
fun while taking them and leaving
room for creativity. So the best thing
is to try out which lighting you like best.

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Let's get to work!

Exercise 1

Take 6 photos in front of the same

window at 3 different times of the day.
One with nothing in front and the other

That?

with a white cloth or curtain.

Result

This way you will see how the

light changes depending on
the time of day and how this
affects the photo. You can
also see how much the
shadows are softened by
placing the fabric in front of
them.

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Chapter 2
Poses

If you are not used to it, posing can be very complicated and somewhat
frustrating, because it requires practice. The most important thing is to relax
and be yourself. But, in addition, you can take into account the following
recommendations:

2.1. MAKE YOURSELF COMFORTABLE

There are people who find it much more comfortable to pose sitting, either in
bed or in a chair, because when standing they feel like they don't really
know what to do with their body.

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Leaning in one place allows you to play more with your posture, create
different curves and, of course, be more comfortable. Lean on the back of
the chair, play with the sheets or pillows... Let your imagination run wild!

If you have no idea how to pose, keep these tips in mind:

1 Try to keep your chin slightly raised, as if you were looking straight
Tips! ahead. This will slim your neck and prevent unwanted shadows from forming on your
face.

2 Keep in mind your “good side”: It is no secret that our face is slightly asymmetrical, so
pay attention to your nose as there is probably a side of your face where small
deviations of the nose are less noticeable.

3 If you want to stylize your face a little more, stick your tongue to the roof of your mouth.
This will slim your neck and jowls, making your face look straighter.

4 If you don't know what to do with your arms, there are two key positions: either on your
hips, which flatters your figure, or raised, which will slightly elevate your breasts.

Also, you can get inspiration from photos you like or even put a mirror behind
your camera to better control your poses. If you have a good front camera,
you can use it, as it is always more comfortable to see yourself while
taking photos.

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2.2. TIPS FOR LOOKING BETTER ON CAMERA

Positive thinking is basic. But sometimes, whether we like it or not, the

camera doesn't really show our best side. Don't give up and keep these tips
in mind to challenge the camera and come out on top:

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Face Tips
1 Bring your chin forward and lower your face (works great for frontal photos).
Tips! 2 Relax your lips and open them slightly.
3 Squint your eyes a little and look straight into the camera.
4 Move your face: Just like when you talk to someone you don't keep your head still (it
makes you look a little weird), don't do it in front of the camera either.

5 Find the part of your face that you like most (eyes, smile, nose...). If you have more
than one, make the most of them!

6 Look at the light, close your eyes and smile.

What you should avoid

1 Smiling too much: Although it may not seem like it, it usually doesn't convey
Tips! naturalness. Still, give it a try, maybe it will work for you. And even if you start to force
laughter, you may end up with a real laugh, and this, of course, is natural.

2 Opening your eyes wide transmits tension.

3 Don't try to lose weight in photos: there is nothing sexier than feeling comfortable and
proud of your own body.

2.3. PERSONALIZE YOUR EROTIC BOOK

Personality is essential. Your look, your smile and your body are unique, but
give an even more personal touch to your erotic photo book by doing
what you like best: reading, cooking, dancing, bathing, playing the piano...
In short, create a message and do something unexpected.

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Let's get to work!

Exercise 2

That?

You will realize that this exercise is not

as simple as it seems.
You may feel some discomfort and that is completely normal.

Here comes the real challenge:

1 Take this time as a moment without judgment, just look at yourself, without thinking
about anything else. What do you see? What shape of eyes does the person you see reflected in
front of you have? Do you have a long, short, wide, thin neck? Every time you are about to think
about judgment, try to push it away. Take your time, concentrate and observe yourself as you would
observe a complete stranger.
Tips!
2 Say out loud what you like about yourself, but pay attention only to what you like. It may
feel strange at first, as we are not familiar with this type of comments, especially if they
come from ourselves.

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3 Analyze how you felt: your emotions, your thoughts, your body's reactions... You can help
yourself by writing down what you have felt in a journal. How did you feel at the beginning?
Did you feel like covering yourself with your hands? Writing is a good way to describe,
deepen and organize our thoughts. It may even be helpful to come back to them later and
see what has changed and how.

4 Write a letter to that part of your body that you don't like/didn't like. What do you think of
her? You can start like this: “Dear nose, I am writing to you because our relationship
has never been very good...”

Yes, it may be weird at first, we know. But give yourself a chance.

You can play music that you like

and create an atmosphere in
which you feel comfortable. Get in
the mood and relax even more
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This exercise is good for getting to know your body better and learning to control

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it in front of the camera. Plus, it can be a relaxing, fun, and even therapeutic time!

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Chapter 3
Camera

As we mentioned before, you DO NOT need to have a professional

camera to take photos that you like. The most practical thing today, if you
don't know how to use a camera (or don't feel like using one), is to use your
mobile phone. Most phones take pretty decent quality photos and it's easy
to prop them up anywhere to set the timer and take photos. You can even
make a homemade “tripod” of sorts – there are plenty of ideas on sites
like Pinterest or YouTube!

If your front camera is good, use it, it's much more comfortable!

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Although you should know that the photos will

have lower quality than those you take with the
rear camera.

If the quality of the photo itself isn't something

you're particularly concerned about, what you
can do is record yourself holding different poses
for a while and then take screenshots of the
parts of the video that you like the most.

Another fun idea is to use a Polaroid or

disposable camera. It's much harder to control what's going to come out,
but it's very entertaining and certainly very original.

You can also do this idea when you are having a good time with your
partner. Instead of doing something more typical, like a video, you can take
photos with analog cameras and then have fun seeing what you get.

There are many ways to play!

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3.1. THE CAMERA ANGLE

Especially with a mobile phone, if you tilt the camera to one side or the
other, the perspective will change and with it, the shape of your body.

Specifically, if you tilt your phone in the

shape of this “\” bar, your head will look
much larger compared to your body.

If, on the other hand, you place your

phone like this “/”, your legs will appear
much longer and your head much
smaller.

The best thing you can do is make sure the camera is parallel to your
body and at the height of your abdomen.

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Let's get to work!

Exercise 3
Many sites recommend getting in shape
before starting your self-photo shoot. Admit
that after an orgasm your face changes:
your pupils are dilated, your color turns
red... You look very sexy! With the Nico
bunny vibrator, for example, your face will
speak for itself.

That?

Take photos of yourself right

after masturbating.

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Chapter 4
Edition

It's important to get rid of the idea that a photo has to be highly edited
to look good. It's all a matter of taste! But we will give you some practical
tips from photographer Jazmín Ducca (@jazducca) so that your photos are
10/10: the same photo, one original, and two ways to edit it.

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Photo Photo Photo

1 2 3
Photo 1 is the photo without any retouching. You might think, “But it’s not
that bad,” but it’s a photo that has too much exposure, that is, it has too
much light and not enough color, and that causes information to be lost.

A mistake that almost everyone makes is using filters that change the entire
photo and in which everything is already preset. It is best for you to play with
the different variables in each photo yourself, instead of applying a general
filter to all of them, since what works for one photo may not work for another.
Also, the filters that apps come with are often limited, so it's always best to
take the plunge and experiment with editing!

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What do you need to take into account when changing variables like
contrast or exposure? Don't overdo it. It sounds a bit silly, but there is no
mystery to it. To “improve” the photo we have only lowered the exposure a
little, raised the temperature a little to have a warmer tone and we have given
it some saturation, that is, we have increased the intensity of the color. Little
more. If, for example, the app allows you to increase the contrast up to 100,
it is recommended not to exceed 15. This obviously depends on the photo,
but the important thing is to understand that it is not necessary to “move” all
the tools we have a lot to make the photo change and be more beautiful.

To make it easier to see, photo 2 is a photo in which we have “moved” the

contrast, brightness and saturation. And photo 3 on the far right would be
the correctly edited photo.

The key is to play, but without going overboard. Slight changes, believe it
or not, are noticeable. To edit these photos we used PicsArt, a free tool that
has practically EVERYTHING (in case you want to get carried away editing).
Other apps like Snapseed, VSCO, Afterlight (free) or Lightroom (one
month free demo) are also super easy to use.

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Let's get to work!

Exercise 4

That?
Take advantage of one of the photos
Result
you took for the previous exercise and
play with 3 types of editing: first, apply
You will be able to compare the
your favorite filter to the photo, the
difference between the saved
second time play around with
photos. This will make it easier to
saturation, contrast and exposure; and
evaluate which editing levels you
finally, follow our advice and edit the
should apply depending on each
photo by playing with the variables
filter and the result you want.
without going overboard. Save all
three photos.

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Summary

How to get good lighting

• Take advantage of natural light (but without being seen).
• The evening light will help you create a warm atmosphere.
• Try to get light coming from both sides.
• Avoid letting it come directly to you and leave you blind.
• Avoid shadows (this is not a horror movie).
• Play with colored cellophane to have photos with different backgrounds.

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Pose like Hollywood
• Sit/lie down to give your body some play.
• Learn what to do with your face and where to put your arms.
• Get inspired by photos you like.
• Use the front camera to control your poses.
• Accessories and lingerie help you pose and give it an erotic touch.
• Bring your chin forward and lower your
face.
• Relax your lips and open them slightly.

• Capture your best moments

• Use your mobile phone camera.
• Set the timer.
• If your front camera is good, use it, it's much more comfortable.
• You can take screenshots of the video.
• Feel free to use a disposable camera.
• Share it with your partner.
• Try different angles of the photo and stick with the one you like best.

Take advantage of post-production (just what is necessary)

• Don't overdo the editing.
• Play with the lighting in your photos, the intensity of the colors and other
tricks to get a 10/10 photo.
• Use mobile apps.

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As you can see, you don't have to be a model or a Hollywood star

to pose and look super sexy in photos.

You have everything you need to get out of the routine, boost your self-
esteem and, if you want, surprise your partner.

Go ahead and do it and have fun in a VERY

different way than you are used to.

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