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Selfie is a genre of photography in which a person takes a picture of themselves, usually using a smartphone or other portable camera. The shot can capture one or several people, as well as their immediate surroundings. Selfies are often taken using the device's front camera, allowing the person to control the composition and facial expression in real time.

Typically, selfies include portrait images that capture the head and shoulder areas, although the framing can vary from close-up to wider shots. The image reflects the relationship between the subject and their environment—whether it is an interior space, an urban landscape, nature, or any other location.

Selfies provide the opportunity to emphasize individuality, mood, activity, or a moment in time, allowing people to capture everyday life moments. This photography genre covers various scenarios: from travel and leisure to celebrations and sports activities. Thanks to mobile technology, selfies have become an integral part of communication and self-expression in the digital age.

Typical characteristics of selfies include the photographer's presence within the frame, often with an outstretched arm or using special accessories such as monopods. The surroundings may include household items, architectural elements, natural objects, and social situations, adding context to the image. Seasonal changes, time of day, and weather conditions affect the background and atmosphere of the shot, making each selfie unique in its composition and visual details.

In image collections, selfies showcase a variety of human faces and expressions, wide variations in shooting conditions and locations, allowing such photographs to be used for different purposes—from creating portfolios and illustrations to socio-cultural and documentary contexts.

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Three friends happily smiling on the beach with palm trees and the sea

Three Friends at the Beach During Summer

Young woman smiles, holding keys and taking a selfie in an empty room

Happy girl with keys in a new home

A young man with an orange cat against the backdrop of destroyed buildings

A Young Man with an Orange Cat Among the Ruins

Young man takes a selfie with a ginger cat among the ruins of buildings

Young man with a ginger cat against a backdrop of destruction

Strict portrait of a blonde woman in a business suit against a blurred background

Portrait of a Young Woman in a Formal Suit

Two aliens posing for a selfie against a modern wall

Aliens Taking a Selfie with a Smartphone

Two aliens smiling and taking a selfie with a mobile phone.

Aliens Taking a Selfie in a Modern Interior