5 Working Selfie Tips for Selfie Addicts

I'm a photographer.  With the years of experience I've had taking shots for portraits, fashion or runway, I think I have mastered one skill every self confessed selfie addict would proudly want to have, taking selfies. I am not saying I'm the best, but I've had enough experience explaining the science behind it and what constitutes a perfect selfie. 

1. Setting the mood

Your face has tons of expressions, it can portray sadness, happiness, if you're angry or fierce. It's a canvass and all you have to do is fill that up with the mood you want to express. Start practicing with mirrors because it's one fool proof way of seeing yourself right before someone else sets you up for a shot. You can't be happy if you're in a graveyard, nor can you laugh loudly when inside a church. Take the initiative to check which goes where because the last thing you need is a place to take the attention away from your face, remember, this is your show so don't forget to set the mood before immortalizing yourself in photos.

2. Look at the Light! 

The face is not an artsy subject so don't make it age or become too noisy by not giving it the light that it needs. Looking the light source gets that extra glisten in the eyes that makes it that remarkable windows to your soul. I've seen a lot of people fall in love with people who have gorgeous eyes, so if this is your asset, go ahead and flaunt it!

3. Use Your Angles

I do this in every photo that has been taken of me. I know I'm a little fat than usual so I have practiced a lot of times in the mirror and made sure if other people catch me in photos that I show at least what's left of my jawline. You have to know how it will show on photos and that will make you look thinner. A few pounds off photos will do you wonders and if you do the same with poses, you'll get a lot of people to complement you and say you lost a few pounds, even look taller at times.

4. Take LOTS of Shots

A smirk, a smile, a pose, couldn't be catched by one shot. Thank the heavens above for digital cameras and smart phones because as long as you have space, you can try to capture that moment. Delete quite mercilessly so you still have photos to choose from and enough memory to take more photos. 

5. Choose the right Hardware

Now that you've covered the basics, you need the more powerful hardware to do the job. Take for example Cloudfone Excite Prime 2 Pro. It's got a 20 Megapixel front camera, a great Sony IMX376 sensor, a rear and front light, dual rear cams (13 and 8 Megapixels) that can also do optical zooms. I don't think you'll have any more problems after that. Affordable, but solved your selfie problems, that's a good thing.

I hope this helps!

KUMAGCOW

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Justice League Phones Now Availabe with Smart

Got the chance to be with some of Manila's best bloggers in an afternoon of coffee, food and first dibs on the new Justice League smartphones that's been released by Ekotek via their brand Ekonik (which is a company that outs lines of branded and licensed devices, accessories etc.). They are the same people behind previous released Justice League Headphones, Bluetooth Speakers, Powerbanks, and a long line of accessories under the Ekonik brand.

If you've been to SM Megamall Fashion Hall, they are the same people behind Satchmi, one of the coolest coffee shops in the district. For DC fans, it's probably one of the greatest news they've received so far because just like crazy collectors would feel, this is limited edition and it also goes with a certificate once you get it from Smart.

These are the Justice League Powerbanks, it wouldn't just power your gadgets, as it's quite lovely to look at!

I am Batman, and with these awesome sounding headphones, I'd be glad to listen to my Deezer playlist all day!

The Justice League Ekonik Wireless Bluetooth Speakers have really good construction, and I think those are complete suction cups so it'll be sturdy and stick to surfaces you would like this to be in. Imagine your shower sessions eh?

I know ladies would love Wonder Woman all over again with these Themyscira Headphones, I think Earth got these and wore it home.

Blogger Lucky Magno got these Central City headphones because he's a hige Flash Fan. It matches his costume and is more on the comic hero color side.

For Superman fans, it's the Metropolis headphones that you should get. Be in a suit, complete with glasses and walk around the city with this, and you're already Clark Kent.

The Justice League Phone comes in a box, the certificate of authenticity, some more paraphernalia like stickers which has got those comic book strips on them. 

Then they revealed the actual Ekonik Justice League Smart Phone. It's got a 5.5 inch IPS HD Display, Mediatek 6737 Quad Core CPU processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB Internal Storage, 5MP Front Camera and 8MP Rear one. It's dual sim, 4G LTE ready with a 2500mAh battery so you could last the whole day. It also has Android 7.0 Nougat installed so you don't need updates right from the get go.

The artwork on these back covers are unbelievable. It's features art by Jim Lee (my personal fave writer, editor, publisher and artist for DC), Jason Fabok, Francis Manapul and Ivan Reis. 

The box in itself is gorgeous and I don't think people would even think of throwing this away.

It comes with it's own power and daya cord, earphones and manual. 

The Ekonik Justice League Smartphones is available now on Smart Postpaid Plans by merely adding Php 400 on your existing plan for 30 months. So go visit your favorite Smart Business Center and ask for it becauseit will run out fast as the Flash!

Again, this is limited edition. You wouldn't want to miss the opportunity to own one and connect to the biggest network in the country, Smart Communications!

The IDEAFIRST Company Artist Management

It looks like a new wave of talents is coming your way via The IDEAFIRST Company. Now they won't be just producing shows for TV5 but putting up The IDEAFIRST Company Artist Management means they'll be handling in house artists, a range of Directors to be part of a whole plethora of talents made to cater and complement what the content creators from The IDEAFIRST Company is already doing. 

Perci Intalan says "We are excited, it's like coming of age, exciting times, and it's interesting. Storytellers are already getting fame, social media makes them celebrities just like in Hollywood. It's a sign that the formula is changing, the good story, the good cast is now appreciated. When we started the company, we wanted artistry to be the heart of the business. We expanded beyond production and now it goes in different ways, this is in the heart of IDEAFIRST Company."

7 of the brightest Directors have banded together and will be part of the Dominic Lim, Ivan Payawal, Mikp Livelo, Prime Cruz, Sigrid Bernardo, Perci Intalan and Jun Lana. This will mean they will line produce for the big studios and represent these celebrity Directors and manage them accordingly. We will support them, tell them the next step, Directors and writers don't know hownto represent themselves so we are empowering them even if they are not doing projects under us, but with other production companies. Though they have different styles, they will still tell the stories how they want it. Some will get to work together, and will make this grow. Be prepared to see even more great stories, as they will be mentored by the people from IDEAFIRST Company specifically Perci Intalan and Jun Lana. 

Direk Jun Lana says "Managing talents came in at the right time. It's like a natural extension of what we do and we have them all work with us in past projects, you'll know about them later. When we created IDEAFIRST, we knew we had our hopes on the creative side so we really invested with great writers and storytellers. We will continue to be a production company and we will be content creators for other companies."

As mentioned earlier, they will also be managing talents and we got to see three of them. Cedrick Juan, Adrianna So and Christian Bables.

Cedrick Juan introduced himself and said "I came from FEU and UP theater companies, worked hard and had to represent myself. I personally talk to producers and tell them what I do in theater in the hopes of getting roles in films or TV. I am so glad I'm going to be taken cared of by IDEAFIRST, with a clear career path and vision of who I want to be as an artist."

I have watched how Malak So now Adrianna So grow as an artist in TV5 but now that she's out of the contract, and now joining IDEAFIRST she says "When they asked me what I'd like to achieve, I wanted to be a good girl. It was my first time to also be in the lead. We discussed changing my name (which she had long been wanting to do) but didn't get it at the time. (Now they did it and she's glad to keep the surname as she keeps it for her mom). I trust these people, I believe IDEAFIRST has a lot of things in mind that they could do for me. I am so glad to be with them."

Christian Bables adds "I've been asked by so many people and management companies but I know how they are like family to me. IDEAFIRST made me and I am so excited to see what the future holds for us."

Stay tuned for more of IDEAFIRST Company's artists in various shows, in different movies and channels.

KUMAGCOW

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Kenny Rogers Garlic Butter Roast

Suddenly you just see yourself drooling with this new item on the menu of Kenny Rogers Roasters. Their chicken is one of the healthiest among the fast food outlets in the Philippines because of the way they cook it, completely roasted.

They probably thought of upping the anté in the flavor department and this comes as a welcome addition to the throng of chicken dishes they have on the menu. Do you love butter? Do you love intense garlic flavor that's been browned a few seconds in a pan then mixed into the chicken? That's exactly what the new Garlic Butter Roast is and more. They do it slowly in the modern rotisserie, making the chicken meat soft and juicy in every bite. 

They also come with sides like your favorite mashed potatoes, carrot and corn, mac and cheese, plus veggies and gravy that's savory, you'll ask for more! 

Thank you Kenny Rogers! Gimme more of that chicken please!