Before you bust out thesad tromboneon us, think about all of those high-profile horror stories ofaccount hackingandrevenge porn.
Sadly, making a sex tape isnt a decision it’s possible for you to take lightly anymore.
We expect to beliterallyscrewed when we make a sex tape, but we dont anticipate being figuratively screwed too.
The bottom line is that youve got to be incredibly thoughtful and cautious.
You should only ever make a sex tape with someone youd trust with your life.
That may sound dramatic, but leaked sex tapes have literallyruined lives(andcompanies).
Dont let anyone pressure you into it, either.
If you get even the tiniest gut feeling that something feels amiss, dont go through with it.
Get inspired
Itsyoursex tape, so you want it to be sexy and entertaining toyou.
Here are some variables to consider:
Do you want the film to have a plot?
Or do you just want to see sex?
Do you want to be yourselves in the movie, or do you want to role play other characters?
For some people, roleplaying can relieve the jitters since youre taking on the role of another person.
For others, having to be in character may only add to the pressure!
Where do you want to do the filming?
The bed is always a safe bet, but you could move to other rooms as well.
Which specific acts do you want to film?
it’s possible for you to be as PG as a striptease, or go hardcore with pain play.
Do you want to play with props or sex toys?
Do you want to create little snippets (or even GIFs), or a full length movie?
Having these conversations with your partner can be really sexy.
If you simply want to have an evening of fun, you dont have to do too much pre-planning.
Use your answers to the questions above to create a rough plan for the shoot itself.
Knowing what youre going to be doing beforehand can relieve anxiety.
What to do if you feel awkward
Making a sex tape is intense!
Its perfectly normal to feel timid, nervous, anxious, or awkward.
First, try taking pictures of yourself in lingerie, or naked in a mirror.
Next, have your partner take naughty pictures of you, and get their input.
From there, try taking simple POV pictures while youre being intimate.
Hand a cell phone back and forth and see how creative you’re able to get.
Work your way up to short video clips with just a few licks or thrusts.
Youll start feeling more comfortable in front of the camera in no time!
If youre going for a classier feel for your sex tape, a DSLR is a good option.
Action Camera:Action cameras like a GoProare perfectly suited for making your own sex tape.
Most action cameras also come with atonof mounting options so you could get creative with your camera work.
Of course, you get what you pay for.
Cheaper models might struggle in low light.
Good lighting can make a video go from shadowy and grainy to near-professional (seriously).
So dont neglect it.
If youre self-conscious of your body (you shouldnt be!)
or want to take a more demure approach, try candlelight.
Its flattering against the skin, and wont show too much detail.
Or utilize a dimmer switch for better mood lighting.
Pointing lights at the ceiling can help brighten the room without making the lighting too harsh.
Lighting is intensely complicated, but theabove videois a good primer.
If you dont really feel like researching that much, you have other options.
The easiest thing to do is to simply film in natural light.
Your film will look great and you wont have to think about a thing.
If natural light isnt an option, you might want to experiment with a variety of lighting setups.
Start with a lamp above you, directed down.
Then try positioning smaller lamps behind the camera and around you.
Find the perfect angle
Porn is all about finding the right angles.
Youll get a wide shot of both of your bodies.
Have each of you hold the camera in your hands and discover interesting POV shots.
Find angles that your partner has never been able to see from their perspective.
For example, if youre having sex doggystyle, have the penetrating partner film from behind.
Film close-ups of penetration.
During filming, dont be afraid to play around with a few different angles.
If you dont love what you see, simply move the camera around and loop back and try.
Be your own fluffers!
A single glass of wine might help too (though its best to be mostly sober).
During filming itself, take a stab at pretend that the camera isnt there.
Its important not to expect it to look like a professional porn.
Once you get the hang of it, youll be able to edit together multiple angles and different scenes.
Your most secure option is to agree to watch the tape together, then immediately delete it.
Of course, this wont completely protect your privacy, but could give you some level of plausible deniability.
Next, youll want to encrypt and password protect the video so nobody else can watch it.
After installing Veracrypt, open it up and go for the Create a Volume option.
Choose Create an encrypted file container, and then select your video file.
Pick where you want to save it, select AES encryption, then enter a password.
From then on, itll be protected from prying eyes.
Check outour full guide to encryptionfor more info on how to use VeraCrypt.
