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If you are looking to create awesome high-quality OnlyFans content, you’re in the right place.
This guide will show you how to get it done. It will also provide you with a list of things you need to ensure that you are able to create high-quality photo and video content on a regular basis.
Even if you don’t have some of the stuff you need, no need to worry. However, we’ll also show you a neat little way to snag those items even for free (you don’t want to miss that part of the guide). Whether you can afford it or not, you can still be able to get your hands on it one way or another.
High-quality content is king on OnlyFans. The higher the quality, the better you will stand out. And your followers and fans will enjoy plenty of it.
With that said, let’s dive into how to shoot good OnlyFans content:
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What you need
First, we’re going to put together a list of things you’ll need in order to shoot high-quality content. Most of the time, OnlyFans creators starting out won’t have the equipment below. But you can still be able to leverage what you have for the time being.
Here are some of the things you need for content creation:
1. Smartphone (iPhone or Android)
What better way to start creating your OnlyFans content by using a smartphone. The latest phones for Android and iPhone will be sufficient. What you need to look for here is a camera that can take high-quality pictures and videos.
Keep in mind however that these smartphones are not cheap. If you are looking for one on a budget, find the best that you can afford in terms of photo and video quality. If your current smartphone has decent quality, that might be enough.
Almost 80 to 90 percent of the time, most of the OnlyFans content that you’ll create will be done on your smartphone. Plus, you can be able to use the OnlyFans app to upload your content to the OnlyFans site once you are satisfied.
Remember that the more expensive the phone, the better the quality will likely be. Buying the latest iPhone (or at least one from the past couple of years) should easily be sufficient.
Most OnlyFans creators are using a smartphone, and you can shoot good OnlyFans pictures using a phone if you follow the rest of our advice in this guide.
2. Tripod
Not all of your materials will be created with your smartphone in hand. That’s why it’s important to consider getting a tripod. Be sure to find one that will be compatible with your smartphone of choice.
You’ll also need a tripod that is easy to use, set up, and can be able to stand up straight whenever you are creating your content. Whether it’s photos or videos, a nice sturdy tripod complete with different height adjustments, swivels, and so much more will do you some good.
3. Ring light
Lighting is important when it comes to creating content. That’s why a ring light will be the best option. You don’t need to use a desk lamp or the light in your room since it can do more harm than good to your overall content quality.
Most ring lights come with a white light while some others come in different shades of the same color. Either way, the light needs to be white and bright enough to enhance the quality of your shots (regardless of whether it’s a photo or video).
4. Digital camera
Your smartphone may not be enough if you are looking to produce high-quality content. If you want high-quality images, you’re going to need a digital camera that gets the job done. The search is where things can get really tough – check out our list of the best cameras for OnlyFans and other fan platforms here.
You’ll need to find a camera that has the ability to take high-quality photos and videos. There are cameras available on the market that are taken in different resolutions. Then comes the price itself. If you have a budget, this means choosing the right quality and resolution that fits your budget.
However, this is one camera that you can consider if you need a digital camera that doesn’t cost you an arm and a leg. Not only can it take great-quality images, but it does a pretty good job shooting high-quality videos as well. It can make for a great backup camera if your smartphone isn’t necessary.
5. Microphone
There are two parts to every video – the picture and the sound. While a high-quality camera and lighting will do everything to make your videos look great, you want them to sound good too.
There's nothing worse for taking a customer out of an immersive video moment than crackling audio, or sound that echoes or just sounds overall low in quality.
A directional microphone is a good addition to your main camera, but the best ones are expensive. Instead, start off with a lapel microphone.
They're designed to work with an iPhone or any other phone or camera, and just plug straight in. They have a long cable that's discreet, so it won't get in the way of your shots but it will easily clip onto your clothing or a nearby surface. They're perfect for live videos too.
The difference that a good lapel microphone will make is staggering. You'll be clear and crisp as your talk to your fans, and the extra level of professionalism will help to encourage more people to sign up or pay for your content.
The one trick that could get you some of the items you need above (even for free)
If you are running short on cash and need some of the items listed above, there’s a way to go about acquiring them even for free. But here’s the caveat: you’ll obviously need an OnlyFans account to make this work. One of the things that OnlyFans allows is the inclusion of an Amazon wishlist.
A typical practice that happens on OnlyFans is that fans and subscribers can be able to purchase an item for a content creator on the latter’s wishlist. The subscriber or fan can purchase the product via Amazon and have it arranged to be sent to your address. Of course, this is done at no cost to you.
With that said, take the time to find the items you want to make high-quality OnlyFans content. Remember to choose wisely when it comes to each item. The quality and performance should matter more than price. Also, don’t be tempted to choose the most expensive item on the list since it might likely sit there and you may never have it.
Also, be sure to refer your followers and subscribers to your wishlist. If you have items you need to create high-quality content, explain to them why you need these items. They will be more than grateful to help you even if it means more high-quality content that they’ve paid for.
Alternatively, you could purchase the items yourself once you earn a consistent stream of money on OnlyFans. If you choose to buy it yourself, be sure to delete it from your wishlist so you don’t get two of the same items.
Don’t forget the backdrop
One of the most overlooked aspects of good OnlyFans content is the backdrop. If you focus entirely on improving the quality of the images and videos you’re shooting, but you neglect to consider the place that you’re shooting, then your photos are still going to look amateur – in the wrong way.
In fact, if you light the room well, and improve the sharpness of your content shoots, you’ll only accentuate the problems with your background instead.
Here are some tips on making the most out of your shooting location.
Bedroom
One of the most common locations for a photo or video shoot, your bedroom is quite an intimate location.
It’s quite a personal reflection of yourself, so try to include a few accessories that help to showcase your personality. If you’re playing up to that girl-next-door persona then a few stuffed toys will help with that innocent vibe, and if you’re aiming for a more mature persona then consider adding contemporary touches like plants or artworks.
The most important thing is to make sure the room is tidy – it’s a basic tip but you’d be surprised how many people think that shooting ‘amateur’ content means you can get away with a messy room since it’s realistic.
It’s fine for it to look lived in – in fact that can help – but it’s not great if it looks like you’re lazy. People don’t want to engage with lazy people.
Living area
Depending on your living circumstances, shooting content in your living room may be a good choice. It’s often where you’ll get some of your best lighting, and there’s the advantage of it looking a little more exhibitionist.
Even if you live alone, there’s more of a thrill of ‘getting caught’ in a living room shoot, while it exudes confidence to shoot material in a more public part of your home.
The same tidiness rules apply though, and just be careful that you don’t expose yourself to neighbors when trying to get the best lighting.
Bathroom
Shooting photos and videos in the bath or shower is a great idea. This is a naturally sexy place and your content can reflect that.
Some tips though:
- Don’t use your bathroom if it isn’t clean. If you have mold in the bathroom then that’ll look terrible in your content – get it fixed first!
- You’ll want a softer light for the bathroom. A bright white bulb will reflect harshly from any tiles, and it’ll have a vibe that feels clinical/medical. Softer yellow-whites are the way to go here
- Remove your day-to-day products. Unlike the bedroom, where some day-to-day living accessories help it feel more real, a bathroom isn’t really enhanced by having your products in the background, even if they’re tidy.
- Be careful when shooting with water – you don’t want to damage your equipment, and don’t try adventurous poses that could see you slip and hurt yourself!
Kitchen
Shooting content in the kitchen feels like an extra step up in the naughtiness stakes, and there are some clever tips and tricks you can take advantage of here.
Again, cleanliness matters – you’ll want a few kitchen accessories in the background but it needs to be tidy.
Kitchen-themed content works well if you wear an apron, and not much else.
Some people even do live cooking and baking while nude – you just need to be careful that you don’t hurt yourself in the process!
Outdoor spaces
There’s an element of exhibitionism in shooting outdoor content, even if it’s in your own garden or yard.
This has both its pros and cons of course – and even on your own property, you can get in trouble with the police if you’re being too revealing and your neighbors can see you.
But if you are able to shoot outdoor content safely and securely, it will be exciting for your subscribers and can add some much-needed variety to your shoots.
Boudoirs and studios
Concerned about how you can make your home look suitable for your content shoots? Or just want to avoid the risk of being identified from your backdrops?
Then you should look into hiring professional studios or boudoirs. There are plenty out there that are friendly towards adult creators, and the rates can be surprisingly reasonable – starting at around $30 an hour in some places.
Bear in mind that you could plan ahead and within a three-hour session potentially shoot a couple of months’ worth of content, and it’s sometimes worth paying that fee.
Boudoirs and studios that support adult content are popping up with more regularity thanks to the boom in OnlyFans workers, so keep checking your local area to see if there are some useful options.
Some will even offer their photography or video shooting services too (although not for $30 an hour…). This is up to you – if you’re confident performing in from of a professional stranger, then you could massively improve the quality of your content. Otherwise, shoot your own.
And always check out the reviews before you book – you don’t want to turn up to just find it’s a creepy person’s bedroom that wants to hang around and watch your shoot.
Content creation tips
Now that you have some of the stuff you need, it’s time to create some content. But don’t start up just yet without knowing these tips below. The more you put these to good use, the better your content will likely turn out.
Here are some tips to keep in mind:
1. Starting with just a smartphone is fine
If you are starting out with creating OnlyFans content, then it’s OK to start out with a smartphone that you currently use. One of the major drawbacks is the quality may not be the best. At some point, you will probably need to invest in a new smartphone or even a digital camera (if you are planning on creating mostly image content).
Most OnlyFans creating content had to start somewhere. And they worked with very little. If they can start out and work their way up, so can you.
2. Lighting improves the image and video quality
Even if the image and video quality is good enough by itself, it still might not be enough without good lighting. This is where using a good ring light comes in handy. It can make your body look more aesthetically pleasing.
The brighter the light, the better the quality. But don’t go too bright to the point where it can cause issues with the image quality.
3. Take multiple images
This is key here. You’ll be taking multiple images at some point so you can package them in a nice content update for your subscribers. Some of them will turn out great while others won’t be so great.
With multiple images, you can choose which ones that are best and disregard the others. It will give you more options to work with rather than take one photo, delete it, and repeat the process in vain. The more images you take, the more options you have.
4. Have fun with content creation
One of the things that people try to do when creating content is to make it perfect. Don’t worry about perfection. Just have fun with the whole creation process.
If you think about it, a lot of your subscribers can tell whether or not you are having fun with creating your content or simply just getting frustrated because you are trying to make everything perfect. Also, some people may not like your content and it won’t be your fault. There are people who simply just hate everything (and they are hard to please).
5. Use one of your images or videos as a preview on social media
Since promoting your OnlyFans is a must, it’s important to use one of the pieces of content you create and use it as a preview on your social media accounts. Keep in mind that some social media platforms can allow adult content and some may not. Choose wisely on where to promote your OnlyFans page.
For example, Reddit and Twitter are two of the best social media platforms that allow adult content. Instagram on the other hand, does not. If you choose to promote using the latter, use a preview photo that doesn’t display nudity or anything that may violate the terms.
6. Mix it up!
One of the biggest mistakes you can make when shooting content is to do the same thing again and again, because it's been popular in the past.
This is the fast-track to boring your subscribers, and you'll likely lose more than you gain.
While you'll want a content plan to help you vary your content, you can help with this by looking at the basics of shooting too. Use different angles (but find ones that compliment you), either of your body or of the setting.
Mix up your backgrounds too. Shooting in the same place all the time will end up quite repetitive.
While the biggest focus here will be on varying the ‘what' of your content, don't neglect mixing up the ‘how' as well, since that can really help to keep your content fresh and exciting.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following is a list of questions that are asked by those interested in creating content for OnlyFans. Use this section as a guide so you have a good understanding of what to do when creating content (and other relevant topics).
What kind of content is on OnlyFans?
OnlyFans contains plenty of content (both adult-oriented and content that doesn’t contain nudity or sexual acts). They can be in the form of images, videos, stories, live streams, and more.
What are some OnlyFans content ideas?
There’s a lot of content ideas you can come up with on OnlyFans. You can create how-to videos, step-by-step videos, behind the scene images, and so much more. You can often do a behind the scenes look on your stories so your subscribers can know what you are usually up to on days when you don’t create content.
Can OnlyFans be anonymous?
Short answer, yes. You can be anonymous by using a stage name or refrain from showing your face. This is typical for most OnlyFans creators whose content is mostly adult-oriented. If you are worried about getting “outed” because OnlyFans is considered a “porn site”, then anonymity is the way to go.
Do you need to show your face on OnlyFans?
Short answer: no. Again, it all comes down to being anonymous if you are comfortable with it. The only time you will need to show your face is when you need to provide a form of photo identification to prove that you are the real you. Other than that, you control what goes into your content. So if you don’t want to show your face, you are more than welcome to do that.
Who uses OnlyFans?
There are many content creators on OnlyFans across different niches. These content creators include models, fitness coaches, cosplayers, adult cam models, musicians, and so many others. You have the option to create adult-oriented content if you are comfortable with doing so.
Final Thoughts
If you want to create crazy good OnlyFans content, you will need a few things to create high-quality content. You don’t need to grab these items just yet. You can simply get started with nothing more than a smartphone or a digital camera.
At some point, you will need the stuff listed above. You can get them yourself if you have the money. If you can’t afford it, use the Amazon wishlist and include it in your OnlyFans profile.
That way, people can help you out if you need a few things in order to create high-quality content. When someone does buy something on your wishlist for you, you can probably include some kind of incentive. It’s one more way of keeping your subscribers and fans happy.
Why create not-so-great quality content? Come up with some ideas, get started, and work your way up with new equipment later on down the road.
