Some of us don't have beaming, broad smiles; it's something of a curse, I guess.

@Condor5 Here is the secret to having your photo taken. You never force a smile. Instead you think of something pleasant that makes you happy. Even if your mouth doesn't smile, your eyes will look happier. It just takes a little imagination.

@snytiger6 excellent advice, young man. I'll have to try that.

@Condor5 Back when I was trying to be an actor, I also did some print work (modeling), and ws told how to be a better model for the camera.. It turns out that it isn't that different from acting. You just imagine the scene and situation as being real then behave and act accordingly.

It sounds simple, but it is much easier said than done. You have to practice for it to appear natural and not forced.