Why “Photogenic” Is Just a Myth
CAMERA CONFIDENCE
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this sentence: “I’m just not photogenic.” After 15 years as a photographer, it’s safe to say I’ve heard it at least once a week.
And every time, I want to stop and lovingly call BS.
Because here’s the truth: there’s no such thing as “photogenic” in the way most people think of it. Just because you’ve seen photos of yourself that you didn’t like does not mean you aren’t photogenic. It usually just means you weren’t comfortable, or the person behind the camera didn’t know how to help you feel at ease.
The Myth of Being Photogenic
That’s what people really mean when they say “I’m not photogenic”: I feel awkward in front of the camera.
And you know what? That’s normal.
Most of us don’t spend our lives being photographed, so why on earth would you already know how to pose, relax, and radiate confidence? It’s not an inborn trait. It’s a skillset.
And like any skill, it takes practice.
This is where my job goes beyond clicking a button. Yes, I’m your photographer, but I’m also your confidence coach. I can see the version of you that you can’t always see yourself. And during our time together, my goal is to gently break down those walls of self-consciousness and help you step into the spotlight as you. Not the version of you that’s trying to look perfect, but the one that feels free, natural, and magnetic.
Because here’s the secret: what makes someone look “photogenic” isn’t perfection... It’s energy.
It’s the spark in your laugh, the way your eyes light up when you talk about what you love, the ease that comes when you finally stop worrying about how you look.
So the next time you step in front of the camera, let go of the idea of perfection. Use it as practice. Practice being comfortable, practice being present, and most importantly, practice being yourself.
And trust me, when you show up as your true self, that’s when the magic happens.
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