Model Manis

One very important factor in becoming a good model is posing, and in order for you to learn the different poses needed for the type of modeling career you are seeking it will take practice, practice, practice.

Make Your Posing Look Natural

When preparing for your photo shoot, there are

comfortable while posing and your photos will look more natural.

Get Posing Ideas

magazines, or poses you've learned from previous

photo shoots. poses.

Hands and Facial Expression

attention to facial expressions. photographers recommend that you bring some of your own posing ideas to the shoot. Rapport with Your Photographer

If you are really uncomfortable with the pose, let your

If the photographer says she wants something different in the pose, try looking away from the camera or giving a unique facial expression. Posture

When posing you should always keep good posture unless the photographer instructs you to do otherwise.

Things to Avoid when Posing for a Photographer

Misplaced Body Language

Don't hold your breath during a pose. In most pose situations you want your arms, legs,

remember is, if it will bend, bend it.

Mona Lisa Smile?

Another posing tip to remember is that you don't

About Blinking

language, hand position, etc. and your images will

Find positive ways to improve your posing.

appearance and her posing artistry even though she