Despite the lack of scientific studies on the subject, it is safe to assume that the advent of the cell phone camera has led to an explosion of self-taken portraits around the world. Whether it's a candid shot, an extended arm close-up, or the ever-popular self-referential shot in the mirror, these self-portraits have infiltrated the web,
Facebook profiles, and
Twitter streams worldwide. Powered by the popularity and quick sharing capabilities of today's
digital cameras and
smartphones, along with the rise of services like
Twitpic,
Instagram, and Facebook and Twitter photos, the self-portrait trend isn't going away any time soon.
Celebrities have welcomed the rise of the self-portrait with open arms to share candid shots of themselves (and often, their smartphone of choice) with their followers on
Twitter. Need some inspiration for your next self-portrait? Check out how some of today's biggest celebrities have done it on Twitter!
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