There’s nothing my sister hates more than taking my Instagram photos on vacation. The poor girl has no choice but to follow me around like paparazzi, but I’ll tell you what: I hate it too. Finding an appealing background, selecting the best pose, and trying to make the right face is an experience more frustrating than any.
What’s supposed to be a quick and simple task ends up causing plenty of arguments, and I’m sure other perfectionists who notice every little detail can relate, too. Instead of looking forward to a getaway, even the mere anticipation of having to take pictures is exasperating — but when else am I going to have a scenic beach pic for my feed?
No matter how hard I try or how often I practice, getting “the perfect shot” feels impossible to achieve. I’m either too hot or cold, tired from standing up, or just start to lose confidence after a couple of shots. It all makes modelling so draining, but there’s no better feeling than finally getting one I’m satisfied with. In the moment though, I can’t help but wish for it to be over.
