Have you ever tried taking some photos by the poolside or at the beach and failed miserably, no matter how amazing you looked? It’s okay, because it takes some time and practice to get things just right, especially if you’re a newbie. 

In fact, it took me years to learn how to pose just right and use the lighting and my surroundings to my advantage. If you want to do the same, take a look at this collection of pics and try to recreate them on your own.