Veronica Chaucer | Fulcrum Contributor
INTERNET PORN IS all about simulating and exaggerating the act of sex. When and if you and your special someone decide to make a porno, it’ll most likely be real sex. You may not pout your lips or arch your back like you imagine you do, your voice might sound different, bits might jiggle, and body fluids might get everywhere, but this is what makes homemade porn so appealing—it’s authentic.
The key to making a great X-rated video is to keep it light and simple. Sometimes a blurry clip showing a muffled blow job can be sexy, but let’s just say you’ll want to do your sex acts justice. So what do you need to know?
Use a real camera. One thing that makes amateur porn so unflattering is the way skin tones appear on screen. Avoid built-in webcams or camera phones.
Most amateur porn lacks proper lighting—you want yours to be warm and dim. Paper-lanterns or lamps are your best and cheapest bet. This will make for even and low-contrast lighting. Don’t be left in the dark!
Avoid low angles or extreme close-ups. To each his own, but for newbies, stick to wider shots that are more about the action happening than the detail of the body part.
Take turns holding the camera (POV shots are an exception to rule number three). Not only does this make for a fun bit of power play, but it also puts you in control of what you like to see.
Nervous about being in the spotlight? Try these beforehand:
Have sex in front of a full-length mirror. Change positions, direct your partner, and spend just as much time watching yourself have a good time as you watch your partner.
Masturbate together. Get out your favorite lube and toy (or warm up those hands). This is a great trust-building activity, and it helps you see the pleasure your partner gets from watching you enjoy yourself.
If you’re really brave, submit a video to Makelovenotporn.tv or check out Seattle’s amateur homemade porn film festival HUMP! and be a porn star for a weekend. For more information, visit Humpseattle.com.
