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.
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!
Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
HDR
Comment: Run for cover; it's a hurricane!
Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Long exposure
Comment: I've never seen anybody move that fast! Or are they twins?
Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Color gels
Comment: Wow! She brings her own stage lights to study in the library!
Don’t use unnecessary photography tools.
Props
Comment: OK, hold up the obvious prop a little higher so this definitely feels staged!
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?