camera-shy
Hates being photographed
Camera-shy describes someone who dislikes being photographed or filmed, typically becoming uncomfortable, awkward, or evasive when a camera appears: My grandmother was always camera-shy and would duck out of family photos.
The opposite is camera-ready or photogenic.
Lacking grace or ease
- embarrassedSelf-consciously uncomfortable
- bashfulUncomfortably self-conscious
- blushingFacial reddening from embarrassment
- flusteredNervously upset and confused
uncomfortable · sheepish · coy · demure · self-effacing · cringing · wincing · squirming
Restrained in manner
- timidLacking courage or confidence
- reticentDisinclined to speak freely
- withdrawnEmotionally distant, disengaged
- quietLacking in sound
private · unassuming · modest · low-profile · wallflower · behind-the-scenes · unphotographed · undocumented
Uneasy and apprehensive
- apprehensiveFearful of future events
- fearfulFull of fright
- panickedOverwhelmed by sudden fear
- stressedOverwhelmed by pressure
worried · dreading · uneasy · jittery · tense · alarmed · frightened · overwhelmed
Of unknown origin
- incognitoWith identity concealed
- hiddenKept out of sight
- unseenNot perceived visually
- undisclosedNot made known
unobtrusive · secretive · discreet · backstage · unpublished · untagged · faceless · cropped out
awkward
Lacking grace or ease
- embarrassedSelf-consciously uncomfortable
- bashfulUncomfortably self-conscious
- blushingFacial reddening from embarrassment
flustered · uncomfortable · sheepish · coy · demure · self-effacing · cringing · wincing · squirming · looking away
reserved
Restrained in manner
- timidLacking courage or confidence
- reticentDisinclined to speak freely
- withdrawnEmotionally distant, disengaged
quiet · private · unassuming · modest · low-profile · wallflower · behind-the-scenes · unphotographed · undocumented · unposed
nervous
Uneasy and apprehensive
- apprehensiveFearful of future events
- fearfulFull of fright
- panickedOverwhelmed by sudden fear
stressed · worried · dreading · uneasy · jittery · tense · alarmed · frightened · overwhelmed · avoidant
anonymous
Of unknown origin
undisclosed · unobtrusive · secretive · discreet · backstage · unpublished · untagged · faceless · cropped out · turned away
camera-shycamera-ready
Ready for photographic transfer
camera hog · photogenic · ham · telegenic
camera-shyexhibitionist
One who exposes themselves
attention-seeking · show-off · ham · look-at-me · thirsty
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