Filming yourself is currently one of the quickest ways to get your name into the public consciousness, as long as the caught-on-camera boinkfest is released onto the web.
Of course, not everyone has dreams of recognition and some just think filming themselves getting it on would be fun. It's risqué and you get to feel like a porn star. Plus, who hasn't wondered what they look like doing it?
But many don't know where to begin. And there is that added fear that, if you do make a home movie, your roommate or cleaning lady will find it and boy will you look stupid.
You know what? Own it. Make that home movie so good that even if someone else does get their hands on it, all they'll think is 'Damn. That's hot. Maybe I can get cast in the next one.'
OK, But How?
I went straight to the experts for advice. Through adult production company Digital Playground , I got in touch with director Robby D. and actress Jesse Jane.
Robby D. has been in the business almost a decade, garnering more four-star ratings, Editors' Choice accolades and rave reviews than any other director in the same time-span. Jesse Jane is a television host and star of several films including Digital Playground's benchmark Pirates, the most expensively made porno... like... ever. The two of them provided enough tips to make your home movie the best in the world.
Make Yourself Comfortable
Robby D. insists the key to making a good video, professional or amateur, is psychological. "A good meal, maybe some wine -- whatever puts you in the mood. Make the other person feel comfortable."
Jane concurs. "Being comfortable with yourself means being confident and knowing you're sexy. Tell yourself you're sexy. You know your partner thinks you are and you know how to turn him/her on. You already know how to hit this person's buttons. My first time on camera was a little home video with my boyfriend. I was nervous but knowing it turned him on automatically helped build up confidence."
"And pick your outfits accordingly," adds D. "Put the girl in really flattering clothes that she feels comfortable in. Don't put her in a nun's habit if she doesn't feel comfortable or in something that maybe exposes a weak spot. Same goes for men."
For the ladies, Jane adds, "If you have stretch marks maybe use a little spray tan. Definitely don't wear anything that covers too much of you and don't wear anything loose. Just wear a bra and panties or even just panties. Or a man's shirt with one button buttoned and nothing else." Classic.
Get Your Good Side
We've all got that little something we're not thrilled about: Midriff rolls, thunder thighs, cellulite, butt zits. And while we know we should just get over it and be comfortable with our own unique beauty, the fact is we aren't delighted about the idea of catching these flaws on camera. The solution? Angles.
Beforehand, Jane suggests you "find a mirror and test your angles. Honestly, you know certain positions might not flatter your body but bending over doggy-style, for example, tightens up your legs and firms up your ass. Know your angles."
Blinded by the Light
Not sure what to do with lighting? We've all heard candlelight is the most flattering but D. says otherwise. "Daylight is probably the most flattering. I shoot almost everything in daylight. If you're doing something in the afternoon you can just open up some curtains."
For a night-time project, "Today's cameras have such low-light sensitivity that you can use almost any ambient light."
