Make this photo of you
Outdoor Photo.
Lighting alone makes outdoor photos beat indoor ones 3 times out of 4. Add a few selfies once and get a version that works in about 60 seconds. Want it moving? One more click.
The version that works
Best at photo 1
Same shot, slow turn
Made fromOne backlit photoWhy this shot works
Outdoor light is more flattering than almost any indoor lighting setup most people have access to. Even a basic outdoor portrait. Afternoon shade, soft overcast, golden hour. Beats most indoor attempts. This is why outdoor photos disproportionately appear in successful profiles.
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Shoot during the first or last hour of daylight
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Use overcast days as a free softbox
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Pick a backdrop that's specific, not generic
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Soft natural light
Overcast or golden hour, not harsh midday.
Three steps. No photographer.
- 1
Add a few selfies, once
Magnt learns your face from a handful of clear photos. After that, just switch on Me.
- 2
Use this idea, or say it your way
The prompt is filled in for you. Change the city, the outfit or the time of day.
- 3
Get it in about 60 seconds
Download it full size, try a variation, or turn it into a short video.
Ready-to-use prompt
A outdoor photo of me in a real place, soft natural light from the side, caught mid-moment with a relaxed, real expression, natural skin texture, shot on a 35mm lens.
- Me: on
- Style: Natural
- Shape: 4:5
- Photo, then video
Same outdoor photo, four kinds of light
Swap one line in the prompt and the whole photo changes.
“Hi, nice to meet you.”
The video version
Bring it to life.
Turn your outdoor photo into a 5 or 10 second clip. Pick a move, or type a line and you say it to the camera.
720p or 1080p. Ready in a few minutes.
If you like this one
All ideas
Questions
Should I use a outdoor photo on my profile?
Lighting alone makes outdoor photos beat indoor ones 3 times out of 4. Outdoor light is more flattering than almost any indoor lighting setup most people have access to. Even a basic outdoor portrait. Afternoon shade, soft overcast, golden hour. Beats most indoor attempts. This is why outdoor photos disproportionately appear in successful profiles.
Where should a outdoor photo go in my profile?
A outdoor photo works best at photo 1. Lead with a clear, well-lit shot of your face.
When does a outdoor photo hurt?
Midday harsh sun creating raccoon-eye shadows. Generic park bench shot. Outdoor in a backdrop that says nothing (parking lot, suburban driveway).
What should I avoid in a outdoor photo?
Direct overhead sun. Squinting against the light. Wearing sunglasses that hide your eyes. Your eyes are the most important pixel.
Will it still look like me?
Yes. Your face, skin and build stay yours. Magnt changes the light and the place, not the person.
How long does it take?
About 60 seconds for a photo. Videos take a few minutes.
Can it talk in the video?
Yes. Type a line and you say it to the camera, in a 5 or 10 second clip.
What if I don’t love the result?
Change one line in the prompt and try again, or ask for a variation. Keep only the ones you like.
Your outdoor photo is ready when you are.
A few selfies in. A better photo out. Then make it move.