Can someone be very beautiful in person, but not very photogenic?

 Absolutely! Yes, it's definitely possible for someone to be considered very beautiful in person but not quite translate as well in photos. Here are some reasons why:

Static image vs. dynamic experience: Beauty in person is a dynamic experience. It involves things like movement, expression, the play of light on features, and even personality. Photographs capture a single, frozen moment, which might not capture the full essence of someone's beauty.

Camera angles and lighting: These can significantly affect how someone looks in a photo. An unflattering angle or harsh lighting can exaggerate flaws or hide someone's best features. Conversely, someone may be more photogenic due to their bone structure naturally catching light in a flattering way.

Photogenic traits differ from "real life" beauty: Photogenic traits often focus on things like symmetrical features, clear skin, and defined bone structure. While these can contribute to beauty, they're not the only factors. In person, things like kindness, charm, and charisma can enhance someone's attractiveness in ways that photos can't capture.

Personal perception: Ultimately, beauty is subjective. What one person finds attractive, another might not. So, someone who isn't considered "photogenic" by some might be stunning to others in person.

Additional factors:

• Camera quality and settings can also affect how someone looks in a photo.
• Confidence and comfort in front of the camera can contribute to someone's photogenic quality.
• Practice and learning some posing techniques can improve someone's photogenic potential.

Remember, being photogenic is just one aspect of attractiveness. True beauty encompasses much more, and being perceived as less photogenic definitely doesn't diminish someone's overall beauty and charm in person!