West38 shares Posing Tips
Welcome to the West38 blog. West38 is a photographic studio in the heart of NYC dedicated to working with and helping those looking to break into the talent and model industry. In this post, we’ll be discussing basic model poses for female models. Whether you are a model choosing a pose or a photographer posing your model, this is a decision that can shape the look of the image and therefore the success of the campaign.
Basic Model Poses. There are a few standard fashion poses. These are the stances we see in lookbooks, brochures, and online stores.
You can mix up the poses by turning your body (or your model) in different directions and by looking in different directions.
Seated Poses. A lot can be said with a seated pose. Think about:
- Whether the shot should be from below, above or equal height.
- Direction of knees and feet
- Be careful of making the shot too crotch-centric. You can use a hand or leg thrown casually in the foreground to stop this.
- Is the seat height right for the shot? If it looks or feels awkward, perhaps a lower or higher seat is required.
- Ensure that if you’ve previously been doing a standing pose, that the light is brought down to meet the new seated pose.
Movement. Movement requires great timing. Just be aware of:
- Strange facial expressions: When jumping, flicking hair, spinning or running.
- Fingers tend to do weird things.
- Photographers: there is usually only one suitable split second moment during a movement. Be ready!
Beauty Poses. These are some of the most difficult poses to master.
Pay attention to:
- Expression. Whether it’s neutral, happy or serious, the expression is crucial.
- Jawlines. Beware of shooting from below as chins and nostrils can become too prominent, depending on face shape.
- Make sure hands positioning is appropriate to the feel of the scene.
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