So as you may already know

I HATE having my picture taken (refer to this recent post here). It just never seems to get any easier for me. I know, I know. As a photographer, you would think that it would be natural for me to be in front of the camera. Well, its not.

So this has been my personal goal of late: OPP. Operation.Pretty.Picture. Yes folks, I'm trying to turn myself into a model (ok, no not really). But seriously. I want to be able to have those glowing portraits you see of people when they're out and about with their friends. I don't want to look like I've been out partying all night long just because I can't seem to relax in front of the camera.

So here was my recent attempt straight outta the camera (i.e. - no photoshopping.. scary I know)...

yuck. lol. My skin needs work, but hey, I'm smiling.

Soooo... how did I manage to get a picture of me smiling. Here it is, my secret guilty pleasure... Britney Spears. Should I feel ashamed that I totally love her music? Its one of those things I listen to but don't admit I listen too. I have to admit though. Dancing around my house, camera on a tripod, and wireless remote in my hand, I had fun. Probably one of the first times I've ever had fun getting my picture taken.

Now, fellow blog stalkers, be honest. How dumb do I look?