I'm a bit camera shy so I don't do a heck of a lot of vlogging. Any advice on how to overcome being shy on camera. I'm no actress, but I'd like to be presentable 
Vlogging and being camera shy.
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Are you as shy when it's just your family or friends watching? Try imagining that you're just creating a video clip to share only with those closest to you, and it may help you to relax.
But remember, creating video may not be for everyone, I don't personally think it's critical for any blog. Sure for some people being able to see a video of a destination before they go there is nice, or even important, but for those people it's not about the "host" it's about the place, so you really don't even have to be on camera if you're really uncomfortable with it. Try creating a few clips that you're just narrating off-camera.
Posted 1 year ago # -
Great advice Trisha! I agree, be yourself and don't think about it.
Posted 1 year ago # -
The more time you spend recording and watching yourself, the more comfortable it will get. A word of warning, you will quickly become hyper-aware of every “Angela-ism” you possess and every “um” that slips from your lips... so embrace it. Your audience loves you and they're rooting for you, so there's no reason to worry.
My pre-speaking ritual includes: take a deep breath, exhale half of it (otherwise, I start my sentences with too much emphasis and talk waaaay too fast) and before I start talking, I look right into the camera lens and smile (it calms me and makes me think of people smiling back).
If the on-camera thing is just too much, cut out the visual of you and just narrate a video or series of photos.
I have another tip, but I’ve seen it completely backfire. Try holding a prop... something that you will incorporate into your recording. It can take the pressure off the spoken word. It might be a copy of the magazine that just published your latest article or a gadget or a souvenir. Just be careful with this one... I’ve seen too many videos of people who thought a sombrero could make anything more fun.
Posted 1 year ago #
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