Kate Branch

This article appeared in Female First magazine in the UK :  HOW TO LOOK GOOD IN PHOTO'S by Lucy Moore When I tell people about my book,  How to Look Good in Photos , the first reaction I hear is “I really want to know how to look good in photos, I’m going to read your book!” This is really exciting as it almost feels like I had to write my book to help body and face conscious people. Until now, people just assumed that posing was purely for celebrities and the rest of us just had to grin and bear it. But in a world where social media demands photos, taking a great selfie is as important to self-esteem and first impressions in a job interview. What is your top tip for looking your best in photos? I would have to go with my slim and streamlined pose. This is because most people don’t like their arms in a photo as they feel nervous so slap them at the sides of the body and this makes arms look twice the width. Also I’m a big believer in being proud of the body we h...

I give four greats tips in my new you tube video that are from my book "How to look good in photos," to help you take your average LinkedIn profile photo into something that looks amazing and catches the eye of a future employee or someone you just networked with recently. So enjoy! Click the link below and go forth and improve that LinkedIn profile photo. https://youtu.be/3Eq4GMEI0WQ It’s really important that you have a good photo because it’s one of the first things people see when they log on to your LinkedIn account. It doesn’t need to be perfect, but it needs to be one that stands out. So enjoy!

Your look is very important. Your collection of “selfies” that you share with others will start to give an overall message about who you are. Are you a book worm who loves crazy glasses? Or perhaps a party person who is always snapping himself (or herself) looking fabulous? Capture who you are. The important message I am getting across is you must have elements that are uniquely you and fun. Otherwise, your identity will get lost in the white fuzz. I get tired of seeing selfies of people showcasing their breakfast, drinking their twentieth cocktail, or walking their pet. I love seeing people share their passion for wearing vintage hats and scarfs. I enjoy selfies that proudly showcase the person’s amazing ability to create a Michelin Star dish. You already will have a unique style. I would add this to your selfies. It will give your online personally a more unique twist. Make your images count by making them unique to your individual style or lifestyle.” Check out my You tube...

Check out my cute little youtube video I made "How to look good in photos using props." Just a bit of fun, Enjoy X

I just recently gave tips to verywellbeing.co.uk. Enjoy reading my tips here  http://www.verywellbeing.co.uk/self-confidence-build-photo-confidence-christmas-selfie-esteem/, o r check out the post below: Selfie Esteem Holiday season is the time of the year when selfies and group celebration photos hit an all time high. Whether it’s the office party, a friends get-together or a family knees up, everyone wants to capture the cutest, most festive and hysterical pics, to post on every social media site. In a month where everyone needs to look their best, this can also be a worry for some who don’t like their appearance and avoid the camera. This slippery slope of hiding in the sidelines can also accelerate towards a confidence drop and end up being an unhappiest 31 days. I’ve created some tips and tricks for you to quickly master so you are the king or queen of the party ball and will love being in every photo. It’ll boost your selfie esteem, well being and give you an extra...

I just gave professional photography tips to Christian Connections international blog. Make your online dating profile photo stand out with my tops tips from my book How to look good in photos .  Read the article below or check it out here   How to look good in photos, by Kate Branch  As a photographer for twelve years, I’ve had my fair share of taking thousands of photos from people in a multitude of settings. Looking through the lens, I see something unique about their personality and characteristics. Just about the biggest mistakes people make with their dating profile photo is that they don’t show any personality characteristics about themselves. One of the first things I explain in the dating profile chapter of my book  How to Look Good in Photos  is that your profile photo needs to stand out. It must communicate who you are and your interests in life, to attract the right partner. By posting a really great profile photo, y...