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How to Overcome Camera Shyness and Become Confident in Front of Camera

Blog Editor — Tue, 28 Jul 2020 14:19:16 +0000

Camera shyness is a personal trait which makes an individual avoid or dread having their picture taken – or avoid being recorded by video cameras. It varies in intensity, from one person to another, but it is common to people who are afraid of speaking publicly or performing in front of an audience. This post is going to provide you tips on the major causes of camera shyness and how to overcome it.

Firstly, let’s take a look at the likely causes of camera shyness.

Likely Causes of Camera Shyness

1. Thinking of Not Being Photogenic

People who think they are not photogenic, good-looking, or picturesque, sometimes have camera shyness. This is because they often appear different in photographs, which in most cases isn’t a true reflection of what they see in the mirror. If this happens repeatedly, these individuals sub-consciously avoid taking pictures by saying or thinking they are not photogenic. This is their own way of avoiding a damaged self-esteem.

2. Bad Photoshoot Experience

Having one’s photo taken by an amateur or inexperienced photographer can also damage one’s confidence, and subsequently lead to camera shyness. This is why it is advisable to get professional photographers to capture your images. Imagine you take a shot, and when the image comes out, your nose appears more prominent than other parts of your face, and your body appears fatter. No one would like such images of his or her self. Such images can be patronising, thereby making you less confident working with such photographer again.

3. Lack of Personal Confidence

There are times when individuals may perceive themselves as having some physical flaws and may not be willing to expose such flaws in pictures. These individuals result to keeping a low profile to prevent their pictures from being taken.

Other causes of camera shyness in people include the fear of their pictures being available freely on the internet and social media, defamation, inability to fully withdraw consent of images already taken, and not wanting to keep memories.

Now that we have identified the likely causes of camera shyeness, let’s take a look at how to overcome camera shyness and become confident in front of camera.

How to Become Confident in front of Camera

There is currently no scientifically backed guide that provides tips on how to become confident on camera. However, from experience, people have been able to overcome camera shyness by following these tips:

1. Addressing Camera Shyness Mentally

Identifying the basic reasons of what fuels your shyness will help you identify ways to overcome it. Reasons may be because you do not like the way you look or appear or maybe there is a particular feature you wouldn’t like to expose. Once the reasons are known, then it starts getting easier to overcome.
Exhibit some relaxation technique. If you know in advance that you are going to be in front of a camera, try a deep breathing cycle and relaxation technique to help manage the stress. Listening to your favourite music and dancing around before a photo shoot is advisable.
Make yourself comfortable during the shoot, avoid emulating a trendy pose, which won’t make you relaxed, natural and comfortable. Try different poses to that showcases you. Having a photo shoot themed “shy and brave” could be a stepping stone to discovering your gift.

2. Practising for the Camera

Do a different kind of freestyle pose in front of the mirror before going on a shoot; this will get you prepared and could make you comfortable during the shoot.
Dress to your taste, practise taking selfie photograph with your phone camera alongside with suitable props like a hat, wristwatch, scarf, chair, and also from different angles of view. With this, you can get as many shots as you can until you discover your best pose and angle.

3. Getting in front of the Camera

Develop a good relationship with the camera person “photographer”, and have a good flow before going on a photo shoot. With this, your weak point could be figured out and overcome. You can also relay your reserved nature to the photographer which then helps the photographer to be part of your journey.
Go with friends or any loved one that can make you lively and free in front of the Doing this would help you not be at the centre of attention all the time.

As it has been stated above, there are currently no scientifically backed guides on how to become confident on camera. However, following the tips we have provided would help you overcome camera shyness. Contact Elite Studio Nigeria for experienced photographers who can make the best out of every shoot.

Best Photography Studio Rental in Lagos Nigeria

Blog Editor — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 15:28:41 +0000

Photographers are artists who constantly need space to stretch and explore their creativity. With the right backdrops, lighting, and props, there is no limit to what you can achieve as a photographer. Elite Studio Nigeria provides you with the best studio rental in Lagos Nigeria, making it possible for you as a photographer to access awesome studio facilities and come up with masterpieces for your clients.

Elite Studio is a modern photo studio in Ikeja, Lagos equipped with ultra-modern photography equipment and manned by skilful and experienced photographers. The studio is also available at cheap rates for photographers who need studio space to shoot for short periods.

What does the studio rental include?

Private space – Some shoots need to be behind closed doors. Elite Studio Nigeria provides private studio space; privacy is guaranteed. There are also changing spaces within the studio.

Lights – Lighting is very key to photography and is a major factor for the final product of any shoot. A wide variety of lighting options are available in the studio, giving the photographer flexibility when determining ambience and moods. From Key lights to Fill lights, Background lights, Kicker lights and so on, your light problems are solved at Elite Studio Nigeria.

Light modifiers – Octabox, Softbox, Umbrellas- Sometimes, all you need to achieve the feel and texture you want is the correct light modifier. Elite Studio presents photographers with a variety of light modifiers and more options for your imagination.

Props – Where props are properly used, they bring great effect to photographs. Elite Studio provides a variety of props that you can use to create different effects.

Cameras – Often, photographers have their cameras, but there is the occasional situation where you may need cameras, too. Elite Studio rental provides cameras and lenses for photographers who may require them.

The strategic location of the studio, on Allen Avenue in the capital of Lagos, makes it easily accessible. From anywhere in Lagos, people can locate the studio without problems. The studio also has experienced hands to guide, if you are in need of professional help.

Elite Studio also offers post-production services like editing and printing, making it a one-stop station for photographers who want to do stress-free work and achieve perfection without breaking the bank.

Perfect pictures require professional work, creativity, a touch of spontaneity, patience and the perfect space- that is Elite Studio Nigeria. Rental rates at the studio are very affordable and flexible with different packages to fit your needs.

Check out Elite Studio Nigeria for photo studio hire in Lagos; the studio also has a meeting room, so when you need a meeting room hire in Ikeja, you can contract us.

10 Most Popular Types of Photography in Nigeria

Blog Editor — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 08:02:45 +0000

Photography is a popular profession in Nigeria, and there are various types of photography commonly found in Nigeria and other parts of the world. Some of these types of photography are meant for individuals, a few for corporate, while other are a mixture of both. Below are the most popular types of photography in Nigeria.

10 Most Popular Types of Photography in Nigeria

1. Portrait Photography

Portrait Photography is a popular type of photography in Nigeria which involves the photographer capturing a person’s face and shoulder while showcasing different facial expression, personality, profession, and attitude. Portrait photography might be used as artwork, fashion, model portfolio, headshots, to mention a few.

Portrait photographers tend to be very creative by making use of special props, studio chair, backdrops, special lenses, light modifiers and many more. It does take a bit of time setting up all these props for achieving a fantastic output. Portrait photography can be shot either in a photo studio or outdoors.

Check out EliteStudio.ng for your studio portrait in Lagos Nigeria.

2. Wedding Photography

This type of photography needs no much introduction as it is the next most popular type of photographer in Nigeria after Portrait Photography. Wedding photography could involve pre-wedding shoot for the couples, traditional engagement, and the main wedding shoot itself which could include both outdoor and indoor photography. In this genre of photography, it is advisable for the photographers in charge to relate to the clients before the wedding day to shoot as the client requires. Expectations for wedding photography differ from one client to another. Hence, wedding photography cannot be another one size fit all shoot.

One exceptional quality of a professional wedding photographer besides creativity is “strength and agility.” The photographer also has to be friendly and sociable.

3. Event Photography

This genre of photography specialises in capturing pictures of events and parties such as birthday, baby naming, funeral, awards, conferences, religious events, social events and more. It is a vast genre of photography which encompasses other types of photography. Event photography is also a superset of wedding photography.

4. Studio Photography

Studio Photography is mostly done indoor, whereby everything is staged in a photo studio that is full of photographic equipment. Both studio photography and portrait photography are interwoven. A few photography equipment used in a studio besides cameras and lenses are backdrops, backdrop stand/system, studio flashes (strobes), light stand, barn door, softboxes, reflector, light meter and other necessary props required for shooting.

5. Fashion Photography

This photography type is dedicated to shooting fashion items, whether on human (models), still-life or mannequins. Fashion items could be anything from clothing to fashion accessories.

Fashion photography is most often conducted for product showcase, advertisements and fashion magazines production such as Complete Fashion, Pulse.Ng, Genevieve, Style Mania, etc. Fashion photography is one means of speaking fashion to the world.

6. Landscape Photography

This is a type of photography that involves taking the photographs of all the visible features of an area of land or water, often considered in terms of their visual appeal. A good example of this is taking a picture of the new bus station and its surroundings in Lagos.

7. Street Photography

This is a type of photography that covers a wide range of other sub-genre aspects of photography. It could be landscape (with or without human surfacing) photography, street documentary photography, or street portrait.

Furthermore, street photography does not necessarily have to happen on the street; it could be a candid shot in a busy market or a random shot of a subject in public places.

8. Product Photography

Product Photography is a way to expertly showcase images of products in a way that it will compel buyers to make a buying decision. It is a vital stage of launching a new product into the market.

Product photography could take place in a photo studio or outdoors on the field. Images taken from a product shoot are typically used for online and offline advertisement, launching, video ads, listing on an e-commerce website and many more.

9. Aerial Photography

Aerial Photography involves taking photographs from an aircraft or other flying objects like a drone. With the introduction of drones into the market, drone photography is often referred to as aerial photography. Cameras are mounted on objects or structures high up in the sky, and a shot may be triggered remotely or manually when hand-held by a photographer.

Aerial photography is used most times for creative work or documentation of new projects.

10. Black and White Photography

This is my most favourite, and it is still not widely used in Nigeria for some weird reason I cannot even explain. This type of photography is dedicated to shooting the subject in a monochrome form, that is, black and white with no colours appearing in the image. It is a creative form of photography commonly used in photo-documentary, filming and visual art.

It has also been found that some objects are better shot in black and white as they present a more pleasing outcome. Examples of such are babies, multi-coloured animals, texts, waterfalls, landscape, portrait, zebra crossing, repetitive patterns, selective colours, smoke and many more.

Elite Studio Nigeria has professional wedding photographers in Nigeria who are skillful at their craft and can take your wedding photo shoot to another level. Let’s tell a story about the love you share with your spouse. If you live in Lagos Nigeria and want studio portrait Lagos or any other types of photography stated above, visit Elite Studio Nigeria. The studio also provides photography training Lagos.