Image styles not permitted. These are general guidelines, as there will always be exceptions to the rule. These photos do not feel natural and these styles should be avoided. A general rule is that we want photos that match what can be seen with the eye.

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Extreme angles and fisheye lenses

Comment: Look how big that guy's arm is! Either that or an ant took the photo!

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
HDR

Comment: Run for cover; it's a hurricane!

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Long exposure

Comment: I've never seen anybody move that fast! Or are they twins?

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Color gels

Comment: Wow! She brings her own stage lights to study in the library!

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Props

Comment: OK, hold up the obvious prop a little higher so this definitely feels staged!

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Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Inconsistent lighting and unnatural poses

Comment: Oh, yes, that pose looks natural! Most people stand that way. Is it just me or is your face turning purple?