Eye-catching Profile Photo Tips

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PROFILE PHOTO TIPS

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Do you have a reallygood profile photo?

Is your profile photo pulling youraudience in or pushing them away?

In this presentation you’ll discover how you can easily take a profile photo that will make you stand out.

Your profile photo or avatar is often the first thing your audience will notice when interacting with you online.

Having an effective profile photo means your fans will be able to quickly identify who you are and find your profile in a stream of similar avatars.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when creating your profile photo or avatar.

Face FirstYYour profile pic should be of your unique and beautiful face. Avoid using group photos or trying to squeeze in your favorite pet unless it’s key to your brand.

Soft LightingFind soft lighting to prevent harsh shadows and face towards the light source to prevent your picture from being very dark.

IndoorsIf If you’re taking pictures indoors and don’t have access to professional lighting, try to use natural light that is filtering through your windows.

OutdoorsEarly morning and Early morning and evening light tends to be the best because the sun isn’t directly overhead. When taking photos during the middle of the day, find an open shady area to help filter the light.

BackgroundSolid and simple pSolid and simple pattern backgrounds like walls are the easiest to work with. Make sure you’re 10-15 feet away from anything in the background to prevent it from becoming a distraction.

AsymmetricalAAsymmetrical photos are often more interesting to look at. Try taking your photos slightly off to one side or crop your photos to create an asymmetrical arrangement.

Color & ContrastAdd a vibrant or contrasting pop of color to your avatarto draw more attention to it and set it apart from other similar avatars.

Bigger is BetterMake sure you’re uploadinga large and hi-quality image. I save all of my profile picsat 900 x 900 pixels.

ConsistencyUse the same or very similar profile photo across all of your social profiles to make it easy for your fans to identify you.

ConsistencyUse the same or very similar profile photo across all of your social profiles to make it easy for your fans to identify you.

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