Q&A for How to Take Erotic Photos of Yourself

To prepare for a professional erotic photo shoot, begin accepting your decision, since this appears to be the hardest step that many women have to confront. A lot of women feel anxious and not really self-confident in terms of their looks, but overcoming these fears is what matters. Select a studio or photographer that does everything for you, such as providing wardrobe choices, locating a spray tan, and professional hair and makeup. This does help you focus on being confident and empowered. Mentally approach the photo shoot with bravery—open to the unknown—and keep telling yourself how beautiful you are. Once you have that state of mind, you'll be ready for on-camera stardom.

Don't do it. The pictures will end up everywhere, and you'll be ridiculed. You may think it will make you popular, but it won't. These pictures could even follow you for the rest of your life, and you, or anyone you send them to could be charged with child pornography just for possessing them.

I highly recommend you don't do that. Even if you trust the boy, there's always a chance he could show/send the photos to other people, and that could be really damaging to your reputation. Tell him no, and if he doesn't accept your decision, he is not a good guy.

It's simple! Find what you love the most about yourself (jawline, eyes, hair) and play it up! You don't need abs to be charming and sexy. Many women think abs are overrated. The most important thing is to feel confident. If you're worried and insecure, it will be obvious in the picture.

Take one when you get out off the shower. Blow dry your hair just a little and make sure that you still have water droplets on you for a cute "I just got out of the pool or I just finished skinny dipping" look.

If you stand in yoga pants with your bum facing the camera, but turn your torso sideways in a cute bra. You can get a great shot showing off your assets in a classic way.

Yes. A soft body can be just as beautiful as a well-toned one. Different people have different tastes, and your figure may appeal to some people. What is erotic for one person may not be erotic at all for another.

Take a few, and only send it if you feel confident. Remember to consider keeping it anonymous by not showing too much of your face or any tattoos/scars/birthmarks.

Take a photo of yourself in your underwear, or in the nude.

If you are a girl, try a big shirt that has been altered at the top to show your shoulders. Also, try short shorts and a short spaghetti strap shirt. If you want, also try knee high socks or stockings when wearing the big shirt but make sure they match. Don't wear anything that makes you look disfigured though. If you are a boy, remove or tear your shirt, wear tight pants/bike shorts that fit well (no bulges where there shouldn't be any) and immaculate hair.

If you're not over 18, there are legal issues at stake. You can take photos and keep them to yourself, but if you send them to others, you and the recipient could be charged with possessing child pornography.

You could, but it might be too soon. Try going for small steps. For example, start with one side of your body. Try hiding your breasts with your hair or a decorative flower. Make him want more -- if he says "keep them coming" then you could keep the pictures flowing. If you're under the age of 18 this could be breaking laws. However, be very careful about sending erotic photos of yourself to others, if your relationship with that person ends badly they could post them out of anger.

You just ask. Look for a "boudoir" photographer. This is an entire genre of portrait photography with (mostly female) photographers who specialize in it, so perhaps you can find one nearby. That said, you may want to be less specific in what you want. By all means suggest it, but listen to the photographer's suggestions as well.

You can if the photo is for you both and both of you know it is being taken. Having photos of you and your partner can be a great memory flash when trying to get friskier when sexting.

You can take them at any age, but in order for anyone to legally view them, you must be at least 18 years of age (21 in some regions).

Take a bath, put on something you feel sexy in and light some candles for a flattering light.

No. That is illegal. If someone is pressuring you to send sexual messages or pictures, tell a parent or another authority figure.

This is a plus for you as it makes you look more feminine and busty, which will arouse the viewer.

Sometimes less is more! A sheer or thin shirt to show the outline of your nipples is a good option, or just wear some nice underwear. It will even drive guys crazy to just see a collarbone or shoulder sometimes.

You could watch porn or masturbate a little bit beforehand, both of which could make you feel sexy and excited to take photos of yourself!

Yes, that is okay. Just make sure you keep the photos private.

Make sure that you are in a secured area - lock your door, shut the windows/blinds, etc. before taking the photos. If your parents find out, don't freak out. Explain calmly that you are just exploring/experimenting. Tell them you were just taking the pictures for yourself, not sending them out.

Sleep naked, walk around the house naked, and just try to become more used to being naked casually outside of sexual situations. Most importantly, remember that everybody deals with self-confidence issues, so you're not alone.

Don't rush it. Start slowly by giving subtle hints to the person through your reactions, emojis, etc. When it comes to sexting, let the other person lead the sext for a bit too. It should easily flow, exchanging dirty talk, dirty ideas, and some very naughty pictures to spice it up a bit. Don't spam too much as it's a turn-off.

It can be, sure. If you/your partner find the photo erotic, then it's erotic. Sometimes it's even sexier when everything is left to the imagination.

Stand or lay in front of a mirror or prop up your tablet where you want to take the photo.

Absolutely! Small or large breasts, all are beautiful! Embrace what you do have and focus on the parts of your body that YOU like the best. Having a large chest is not a requirement for sexy photos.

Take a picture of your legs bent, maybe in the bath. Bubbles might make it more enticing.

Try a number of different ways. Find good lighting and take as many photos of the same thing but in different corners then decide which one is best!

Definitely. Wear a pushup bra and the jacket over it with a nice pair of underwear and boots. Do it after you get out of the shower for a “wet” look.