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Portrait Posing Guide

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Three-Quarter Pose

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Turn the subject's body slightly away from the camera, but the face towards the lens, hands can be pockets or on the hips.

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Looking Over Shoulder

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Subject should turn their back halfway towards the camera and look over their shoulder, adds a hint of intrigue and engages the viewer.

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Full Body Pose

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Capture the subject's entire body; position feet properly and use guiding lines to draw attention, avoid distortion.

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Hands in Hair Pose

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Subject runs their fingers through their hair or rests their hand at the back of their head, can add movement or a sensual touch.

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Backlit Pose

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Place the subject between the camera and a light source, creates a silhouette or heavenly glow, dependent on lighting control.

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Walking Pose

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Have the subject walk towards the camera, capture motion naturally, focus on timing to get the best stride.

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Low Angle Pose

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Photograph the subject from a lower angle to give a sense of power or authority, be careful with distortions.

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Profile Shot

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The subject's face is turned to the side, capturing the outline of the side of the face, emphasize jawline and nose.

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S-Curve Pose

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Subject places weight on one leg, creating an 'S' shape with their body, flattering for female subjects, and accentuating curves.

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Hugging Pose

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Subject hugs themselves or another person, can convey warmth and intimacy, make sure it looks natural.

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Close-Up Pose

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Focus in closely on features of the face or details like jewelry, eyes, or lips, use a shallow depth of field to isolate the feature.

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Seated Pose

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Have the subject sit on a chair or bench, ensure good posture, and allow the hands to rest naturally or be used to gesture.

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Environmental Portrait

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Include the subject's surroundings to tell more about them, use depth of field to highlight the subject within the context.

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Reclined Pose

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Subject reclines in a chair or on the ground, portray relaxation or daydreaming, make sure the body lines look good from the angle shot.

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Action Pose

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Capture the subject performing an action like jumping or dancing, utilize faster shutter speeds to freeze the action.

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Crossed Arms Pose

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Subject crosses their arms over their chest, can convey confidence, make sure shoulders are relaxed to avoid stiffness.

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Laying Down Pose

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Subject lays down on floor or surface, can be shot from above or side, ensure comfortable placement of arms and legs.

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Classic Headshot

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Focus on the person's face, capture from the chest up, use soft lighting to minimize harsh shadows.

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High Angle Pose

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Shoot from a higher angle above the eye level of the subject to convey innocence or vulnerability, can slim the body.

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Leaning Pose

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Have the subject lean against a wall or object, it can create casual and relaxed photos, watch for flattering angles.

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