Filters And Photoshops: Are They Hurting Our Self-Esteems?
It is easy to take a quick selfie with friends and family. However, there is something memorable about taking one at a professional photoshoot studio. With the right people, they are able to capture a particular moment in time that cannot be recreated. Hence, whether it is to celebrate one’s graduation by taking a proper graduation picture or to update your family photo, making a photoshoot studio rental in Singapore is a memorable experience. At Crio Collective, we make your idea a reality stress-free. With a variety of unique studio spaces and lighting options to choose from, we are able to capture your needs (no pun intended) and bring out the best in your desired photos.
After your photoshoot, using post-production software like Lightroom and Photoshop to work our magic, we are able to correct certain imperfections to help you achieve the best-quality images. However, as much as we rely on such software to help us achieve the final product, it is crucial to constantly remind ourselves that it is just an editing tool and that moderation is vital. Here are some scenarios of when photoshop is not suitable.
When you did not apply makeup
For most individuals, many assume that they are able to entirely rely on post-production editing to make them appear much better in the images. However, that is not always the case. While it certainly is able to edit minor imperfections, such as blemishes or stray hairs, the basis of looking good on camera is to be camera-ready, and that involves putting on some makeup before the photoshoot. Putting on a bit of lipstick, mascara, concealer, and foundation can go a long way in helping you achieve a camera-ready look. If makeup is not your forte, do not fret, as we provide makeup services upon additional request and cost.
Although this may appear as an additional step, looking camera-ready will provide you with a confidence boost, which will be reflected in your photos.
When it completely changes the way you look
The most common style of photoshopping and filters that most individuals use is the slimming of their faces and making their eyes appear more prominent. Our team do not recommend excessive use of photoshop and filters. While photoshops are generally used to conduct a bit of retouching of imperfections as well as to correct the colour, do not overdo the edits. After all, good photos are ones that show our natural state but are slightly elevated.
Society gives the impression that we need to appear a certain way to be considered beautiful and attractive. Hence, many individuals, in their bid to achieve “perfection”, edit their image right down to the tiniest detail, completely changing the way they look. It not only damages their self-esteem, causing them not to be proud of who they are and how they look but also reduces sentimental values, making it hard for them to look back on those moments. Overusing filters and photoshops makes your images unnatural and artificial.
Conclusion
Remember, photos are taken so that we can have something to fall back on to remember those moments. Hence, every laugh line, stretch mark, or wrinkle is part of the story. Embracing your natural state and beauty is what makes a photograph unique.
At Crio Collective, we are not just a photoshoot studio. We are a production agency in Singapore that provides a variety of photo and video services for personal and corporate use. When you engage us, you can be assured that your photos will be a direct yet elevated reflection of you, your families, and your friends.
Contact us at +65 9469 1000 or visit us at https://www.crio-collective.com/ to find out more about our services or space rental today!