There are many ways to take pictures, not all wrong but there are ways to get the best from your subject. For the photographer, even just an amateur, lighting and angles can make a difference in the photograph. Sometimes just adjust the angle of the camera/phone can make a difference in getting the best from the subject.

For the cosplayer there are ways to take a good picture when you may not have anything to pose with such as a background. Knowing your surroundings and whats in hand can make a difference to a good photo. (An interactive panel)