
Apply the perfect shot system to create better pictures by planning composition, setting lighting with multiple lights, guiding posing, refining details, and reaching the final shot.
Direct models using the mirror technique, give precise directions, show the picture as reference, and keep movement minimal; enlist an assistant for on-set fixes and avoid touching unless trusted.
Identify the model's best side by examining the hair part and how hair falls to maximize facial exposure, then favor the side they prefer for pictures.
Explore slimming techniques in portraits: shift weight to the back hip, turn to the side, and shoot from a higher angle. Use the Photoshop tool to slim in post.
Use props to elevate posing by giving models something to do with their hands, such as sunglasses, scarves, or purses, creating more engaging arm positions and varied compositions.
Explore leg posing techniques to create hourglass silhouettes and dynamic lines across sitting, standing, and leaning poses, using leg lifts, cross poses, and props to highlight shape and form.
Push the hip out in one direction to create a flattering curve and S-shaped silhouette, using leg angles and staying away from the camera to hide weight.
Master arm posing by using a one up one down configuration, with arms grabbing onto hair, a ledge, or a wall, and avoid hiding limbs.
Learn to pose hands with a relaxed, feminine look in modeling photography, avoiding clenched fists, using the fist-to-relax technique, and placing arms for flattering exposure.
Lift the chin to elongate the neck and reveal the jawline, and adjust shoulder position with higher lighting to avoid neck squish and emphasize the neck.
Learn how to position shoulders to enhance portraits by exposing at least one shoulder, balancing one up one down or one forward one back, and avoiding hair blocking the shoulder.
Improve portrait poses by guiding clients to roll their shoulders back and chest out, then fine-tune posture at the end for stronger, more dynamic images.
master the one hair back, one hair forward rule to expose the neck and shoulder while keeping hair off the chest, with added volume.
Master the art of expressions in photography by tuning gaze, lips position, and relaxed eyebrows, practice in mirrors and selfies, and prioritize a powerful expression over perfect pose.
Face the main light source to illuminate the face and guide the gaze. Look at the camera or away, balance pose, light direction, and natural expression.
Direct performers to look at the camera or in the direction they face. Avoid looking straight at the main light; look across or down to reveal the body.
Master standing poses for models, including leg up, hip out, and hands on hair or on jackets and props, for dynamic portraits with photographers.
Learn how to craft dynamic leaning poses against walls or props, using curves, hip out, and leg lifts to expose the neck and shoulders while coordinating hand and hair placements.
Learn sitting down poses through practical examples, focusing on posture, chest forward, arm placements, and one leg up one leg down, while noting how outfits and props influence the pose.
Learn laying down poses that create curves and arch the back, with intentional hand, arm, and leg placements, eye gaze, and hair arrangement to produce engaging, framed shots.
Learn the three main posing angles: straight on, left forty five, and right forty five, and how to vary body and face directions for various poses.
Learn the four main pose types—standing, leaning, sitting, and the optional moving pose—and how mixing these varieties adds framing options and visual interest to photo shoots.
Access a Pinterest board with 100 images showing posing for men, providing head-to-toe detail and catalog-style inspiration for models and photographers.
Master 18 arm poses for men, from resting on the side and in pockets to across the stomach and touching the face, with variation and prop tips.
Learn to pose hands for men by forming closed fists and avoiding open, feminine gestures; analyze images and refine jacket poses for a masculine look.
Learn effective leg posing for men, covering standing poses with shoulder width apart, leg gaps, and variations like one leg up, cross legs, leaning, and seated poses.
Explore how shoulder positioning, especially a high shoulder, shapes a dominant, masculine look in images by facing the high or low shoulder and varying lean and direction.
Explore how posture influences photos, compare good versus bad alignment, and learn quick fixes—deep breath to boost chest, relax shoulders, and pull arms back for stronger, better portraits.
Learn to master expressions in fashion photography by controlling mouth, eyes, and eyebrows, practice from full body to close shots, and keep a slight gaze with relaxed lips.
Learn to emphasize a strong jaw line in portraits with lighting, angle, and head position for close-ups, avoiding jaw concealment and using side poses or beards to enhance masculinity.
Learn where to look in posing by directing the model's gaze at the camera, past it, or above and below, and choosing left or right facing directions.
Review and analyze the course’s standing and leaning poses, with expert notes on arm and leg placement, posture, gaze, and expression to help you master masculine posing from the images.
Explore leaning poses as an alternative to standing poses, emphasizing leg up, arm and hand placement, gaze angle, and natural expression with prop use.
Explore and master sitting poses by reviewing angles, hand placements, and posture, then practice with image references to refine expressions, jawlines, and leg positions for models, couples, and families.
Master two couples posing and flow posing for weddings, using a mood board of 100 poses to guide hands, arms, legs, expressions, and intimate moments.
Explore a Pinterest board featuring 100 categorized couple poses—from hugging and holding to lifts and playful shots—to plan and recreate next shoots.
Explore when to break posing rules for couples, using flow posing and iterative image evaluation to capture images that express the emotion the couple likes.
Master flow posing by establishing a foundation pose and then vary face direction, hands, posture, legs, hair, and angles to create multiple images of couples.
Cycle through three expressions—relaxed, smiling, and laughing—to capture varied emotions in a couples shoot, then deliver multiple image sets that clients may prefer.
Explore a sequence of holding poses for couples, from single-arm holds and holding hands to close hugs and forehead kisses, with flow posing to vary images.
Explore a series of hugging poses with flow posing to create intimate, expressive couple photos, adjusting arm placements, bear hugs, dips, and avoiding hands on the stomach.
Learn a series of kissing poses for models and couples, from nose and neck kisses to temple and hand kisses, with close holds and arching back for dynamic poses.
Explore a series of lifting poses for couples, from hand lifts and leg lifts to piggyback and over-the-shoulder lifts, to create dynamic wedding-style images.
Learn a sequence of sitting and leaning poses for couples, including couch and ground placements, interlaced legs, hugs, and mood-board driven flow posing to draft varied images.
Explore practical family posing for parents with kids, kids alone, and group shots, with hands, head placement, hugs, sitting poses, and props to craft natural, connected portraits.
Focus on kids' expressions over poses when posing siblings, and learn practical, expression-first setups that create engaging, balanced compositions across different heights.
Learn how to pose groups for family photos by balancing sitting and standing poses, creating level differences, and forming triangles and pyramids for cohesive, connected portraits.
This course is for all Portrait Photographers. If you take pictures of people whether as a hobby or professionally then this course is for you. It has hours of content regarding posing subjects. With hundreds of examples so you can see clearly how it is done. If you are ready to take your photography to the next level then this course is for you. This is also good for models looking to learn to pose for photoshoots. This course has been taught to students globally for the last 5 years. With lots of tools and tips to make yourself a better photographer. It is split into 4 parts. One part to posing female models. Then another part to posing couples. Then another part to posing families. Lastly a part to posing male models. Taught by a photographer with over a decade of experience and owner of a popular studio in the United States. You will not just know how to pose models, but also work better at directing models. You will be more confident and be able to stand out in your region as Posing is a topic that is often overlooked by photographers. Many have felts that after taking this course they now felt as professionals.