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20 Flattering Shots for Every Woman's IG Feed

Whether you’re a professional photographer, hobbyist shooter, or online influencer, social media matters…a lot. These days, portraits of yourself (and your clients) tend to rank quite high in the Instagram game, so capturing these images becomes key.

In this article, we look at 20 cute poses for Instagram so you can get some share-worthy pics from the get-go.

1. One Leg Up, One Leg Down

This is a simple one that works for standing, leaning, or sitting! It’s quite flattering to have one leg tucked up into a bend and the other leg straight, and works for all types of women. 

If you’re leaning against a wall, put one leg on the wall and the other remains straight for support. If you’re in a chair, pull one leg in and the other leg stretched out. For just standing, bring one leg up like a flamingo and keep the other straight!

This cute pose for Instagram gives a great body composition for imagery and adds a bit of movement and liveliness to the shot.  

2. One Leg Bent

A variation of the above is a standing shot where one leg is bent while the other is straight. This helps the hip fall down, which allows you or your subject to pop the hip. That hip pop gives a beautiful curvature to the body, making a flattering pose to capture. 

For women, sitting on the hip is a flattering pose that can also feel quite comfortable (we often stand like this without even noticing!). 

3. One Foot Forward 

For the dramatic walking shot, you can cheat this by throwing one foot forward! Extending the one foot creates great compositional lines that lead right up the body and to the face. This pose also elongates the leg, another benefit. 

The key to this pose is to pretend to be a ballerina and point the toe! When posing with feet involved, you more often than not want to point the toe rather than do an upward flex. 

This pose is also a great asset if you or your photographer want to play with angles, as this pose can be shot from lower vantage points all the way up to higher vantage points.  

4. Three Quarter View 

A common portrait shot, the three-quarter view adds some flare to your Instagram. From the model perspective, turn approximately 45 degrees away from the camera! Often having your hips facing forward and your upper body facing back or to the camera. The head can either tilt-up or face away from the camera.

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This pose accentuates curves while also showcasing a slimmer physique, and is all-around a beautiful option. 

5. Criss Cross 

One of my favorite cute poses for Instagram, the criss-cross is a sitting shot with a lot of visual interest going on. Throwing it back to being a kid, start by sitting on the ground with the legs in a criss-cross. After getting into this pose, the legs can then be modified for comfort or visual interest, such as keeping the bottoms of the feet flat or kicking one leg out. 

With one knee being popped, they can add another posing element, such as placing elbows on the knee to lean a head on or by leaning over the knees!

The ideal angle is from a slightly higher vantage point, shooting more downwards.  

6. Lean and Arch – Back to Object

If you or your subject are near a fence, a great pose is to lean one’s upper back to the fence. Start by placing elbows or arms down on the fence or fence-like object and leaning. Once balance is established, arch the back! Legs can be adjusted to support the arching of the back. 

7. Lean and Arch – Front to Object

Likewise, you can do a front lean (or “vacation” pose as some call it) instead! Lean the upper half of your body over a fence or fence-like object and arch the back, adjusting where the legs go to support the balance. Sometimes crossing legs helps keep balance in this pose. 

8. Over the Knees 

This is also a sitting on the ground pose like the criss-cross pose from earlier, but here you or your subject have both feet planted firmly on the ground with knees up. Put elbows on the knees or arms on the knees and lean forward a little bit. 

9. Chair Sit 

Chairs always make the best posing props! The chair sit is achieved in any which way, but the important tip to remember about sitting in a chair is to sit at the very edge. Instead of sitting normally or leaning back, sit at the very front (it may feel uncomfortable). 

When you sit in a chair normally, the camera picks it up as a slouch which can be unflattering. By sitting at the very edge, there is an opportunity to arch or straighten the back and the legs have full freedom of movement. Experiment with different leg positions! 

10. Crossed Hands 

An extension of the chair sit, cross the hands casually across the body. This X shape makes a flattering line in the shot, especially when captured from a bit higher up. Plus, the hands have something to do here! 

11. Hands Raising Up 

A pose that inspires awe and fun, this standing shot requires the subject to outstretch their arms above the head! By pulling up, the whole body outstretches making for a really beautiful pose. 

You can do variations of this pose depending upon how the arms look when stretched up, a happy and excited version stretches the arms well above the head with hands open while a more casual look can have one hand stretched up and the other gripping at the elbow.  

12. Hand on Hip 

You can’t go wrong with a hand on the hip! The golden rule is to always give the hand something to do. A cute and flirty pose can be accomplished by placing one hand at the hip, bending at the elbow. This can be further accentuated by popping the hip on the side that the hand touches. 

13. Squat Down 

Especially awesome if you or your subject are wearing a really cool pair of pants, the squatting shot is a classic. The key here is to keep the back arched and chin up, as both those elements inspire and promote confidence. Practice taking the shot from various vantage points, ranging from ground level to eye level. 

A variation on this pose is to stretch one leg out towards the camera, turning the foot to be parallel with the lens. This image is excellent to capture from floor level! 

14. Hands in Pockets 

It’s not common to find pockets in much of women’s clothing (to our dismay!) so when you do, show it off! Putting hands in the pocket and smiling makes for a cheeky shot and gives the hands something to do! Show off those pockets with pride.  

15. Over the Shoulder

A good over-the-shoulder look is a favorite amongst portrait photographers and social media influencers alike. The key to this is to not turn the head too far, it must look comfortable! So more often than not, over the shoulder is not a full back shot – it’s actually closer to a three-quarter look. If your head, or your subject’s head, is straining too much to turn, open up the camera-side shoulder a bit more. 

Variations of this shot include looking away from the camera, looking past the camera, or looking downward (great for makeup looks!). 

16. Smile and Lean Forward 

Laughter is the best medicine, so let it all out there and inspire the Instagram following! With a real laugh and a real smile, lean towards the camera and let it loose! 

17. Standing with Legs Crossed  

Need to show off a whole outfit by standing up, but feeling lost as to what to do? Cross those legs! Crossing the legs makes for a more interesting standing pose and creates gorgeous flattering curves for women. Just make sure not to lose your balance!

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18. Fix Your Sunglasses 

Pretending to fix, take off, or put on sunglasses makes for a classic Instagram look. Plus, it gives your hands something to do and helps your eyes look mysterious and fun. Be sure to look at the camera during these movements! 

19. Play with Hair

When you need to give your hands something to do, play with your hair! Run the hands through the hair and pull on the very tips while smiling for a cute look. Put hands in the hair and push up for a more sensual pose. Twirl a section of hair between the fingers for a more pensive appearance. This pose excels in both sitting, squatting, and standing poses. 

20. Use a Prop

Props can easily become an Instagram photo’s best friend and can help lead to influencer work promoting products. Be interactive with a prop, whether it be a toy skull for Halloween or a favorite book to read. Engage with the prop by playing with it on camera, toying around with ways to hold the prop, or even pretending to use it for those casual ‘candid’ shots. Your imagination is the only limit here! 

What to Keep in Mind When Posing 

It doesn’t matter if you’re capturing selfies, photographing a friend, or doing a full social media content photoshoot for a client – certain principles of portrait photography will apply. When posing women, there are a few guidelines to keep at the forefront of the mind that lead to successful poses. 

The first is to ensure the chin is up! Within reason of course, as you don’t want to hike the chin up to an uncomfortable or unnatural position. But ensuring that the head is held high and up rather than down or pushing in can help accentuate flattering features such as cheekbones while hiding less attractive features such as neck shadows. 

The next is to relax those muscles! Tense shoulders and hands don’t look fantastic on camera and you can certainly feel the stress. Roll the shoulders out prior to snapping a photograph and release the hands. 

Arch the back and push the chest forward! The female body has many curves to it, accentuating these makes for flattering poses and compositions. Plus, arching the back can help it appear straighter as well. 

Try to shoot eye-level vantage points. Some of the most flattering perspectives are those that capture your subject at eye level. You won’t need to account for too much distortion if you capture shots from this standard perspective. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, we hope this article provided you with countless ideas on how to capture your next awesome Instagram shot! These 20 cute poses for Instagram can be modified in any way, letting your imagination soar. 

30 Best Female Poses for Portrait Photos (Portrait Poses)

There are all kinds of female poses out there that can make or break an image. It’s important to experiment with different posing techniques to keep your images diverse.

Here are 30 of our best female poses and photography tips that can teach you how to pose models effectively.

30. Hands in the Air

If you like dreamy female poses, this one’s for you! The model needs to raise her hands. She can close her eyes, lean on an arm, or look at the sky. Make sure her expression looks relaxed and natural.

You can shoot against the light to make your portraits look dreamier.

29. Flip Hair

All your model needs to do is flip her hair. Ask her to close her eyes so that you don’t end up with awkward facial expressions!

Make sure you use a fast shutter speed to take sharp photos. If you like dreamy portrait photography, you can use a slower shutter speed. This will create motion blur.

This is a very common female pose, but it’s still something you can include in a few of your photos.

28. Rest on Hand and Look Up

This is a relaxed pose to try at the end of your photoshoot. Ask your model to put one elbow on a table and rest her head on her hand. Next, she should look up at the sky.

This will create a sparkle in her eye. It will also create an even amount of light on her face. These two factors will allow you to take well-lit and dreamy portrait photos.

27. Lean on a Wall

This is a casual but effective female pose. Your model should stand with her back straight in front of a wall. Next, she should lean her head on the wall. This needs to be very subtle so her neck doesn’t bend back too much.

You can add sunglasses or other accessories to make this pose stand out.

26. Look Over Shoulder

Your model should look over her shoulder as she stands or sits.

This is a very common female pose in portrait photography. It works well in almost any location and lighting setup. Female poses like this create a feeling of confidence and superiority.

25. Rest on a Soft Surface

This is one of those relaxed photography poses that’s perfect for any model.

Your model should sit on a comfortable surface. This can be a bed, a table, or a couch. She can rest her head on both of her hands. She can also look into the distance or look at your camera.

For this female pose, you can shoot at eye level or go slightly higher. Shooting at eye level will make your model look comfortable. Shooting from a higher angle will create a feeling of sensitivity or vulnerability. These emotions work very well in emotive portrait photography.

24. One Hand on Hip

This is one of the most confident female poses out there. Your model should put one hand on her hip. The other hand can hold something, like a drink. She can also put her free hand on her leg to create a more relaxed pose.

This pose will accentuate your model’s curves and make her look cool.

23. Knees Up, Hands on Feet

This is an effective female pose for studio portrait photography. You’ll need to use a comfortable stool for the best results.

Your model should bring her knees to her chest. She should also rest her head on her knees and put her hands on her feet. This is an elegant pose that’s ideal for dancers. You can also use it in surreal or conceptual portrait photography.

Feel free to add props to this pose. Flowers, curtains, and smoke bombs can all make the pose look more elegant.

22. Hands in Pockets

If you’re looking for casual standing poses, this idea is perfect for you. Instead of standing awkwardly in front of the camera, your model should put her hands in her pockets. This will instantly make her look edgy.

Standing female poses like this are often used in lifestyle photography. You can use it as often as you like without making your pictures look boring.

21. Casually Place Elbows on Table

Casual poses are ideal for lifestyle or studio photography. You might also like to use them in minimalistic portrait photography.

For this pose, all you need is a table and some fun props. Your model should put her elbows on the table and tilt her head to the side. This will make her look relaxed. You can put a book, a drink, or some fruit on the table to tell a story about the model.

20. Squat (AKA Baddie Pose)

This is one of the most popular female poses on social media. You might have seen it on Instagram, where celebrities like Kylie Jenner like to use it often. It can give your portraits a cool, edgy look.

All your model has to do is squat. Ideally, she should lean on one leg and stretch the other one out. This will create a balanced pose and make her look slimmer.

19. Lie on Floor

This is one of the simplest female poses you can use in your photoshoot. Despite its simplicity, it’s very effective for all kinds of portrait photography.

Your model should just lie on the floor. She can put her hands in her hair, lift a leg, or do anything that makes her look casual and relaxed.

18. The Cosy Pose

If you’re looking for more female poses for autumn or winter, this one’s for you! The model should cross her arms. It should look like she’s hugging herself.

To make this pose look more relaxed, make sure your model closes her eyes and slightly lifts her head.

17. Hands in Hair

This is a common pose for those who want to learn how to pose as a model. You can use it in photoshoots with beginner or test models who need more experience. It’s simple and works well with every body type!

The model should put both hands in her hair. She can also slightly lift her chin to look more confident.

16. Stretch Arm Out Towards Lens

This is a great female pose for creative portrait photography. It’s an easy way to make your photos stand out without trying too hard. It’s also a very easy pose for all kinds of models.

All your model has to do is stretch her arm out towards your lens. She can hold something, like a cup, as she does this. Use a large aperture and focus on the model. This will keep her face in focus but blur out her hand, creating a foreground.

15. One Leg in Front of the Other

There are many standing model poses out there. This is a popular one that can make any female model look great.

Ask your model to put one leg in front of the other. She can lean on her back leg and raise her front leg a little bit, as pictured above.

14. Hands on Cheeks

This is a great female pose for portrait photography close-ups. Your model should put both of her hands on her cheeks. The more symmetrical, the better.

She shouldn’t push on her face too hard to avoid unflattering marks.

13. One Hand on Mouth

This is a variation of the previous pose. This time, your model should gently place only one hand on her mouth. She can also tilt her head to the side and slightly open her mouth.

This female pose is great for emphasising hands, nails, and lips.

12. Sit on Chair, Toes Pointing Out

Take a few photos of your model sitting on a chair or couch with her toes pointing out.

Her legs should be slightly bent to create a flattering curve on her body. She can turn away from the camera to create a sense of mystery.

11. Lie on Stomach

This is an easy female pose for indoor portrait photography. Have your model lie on a clean surface, such as a wooden floor.

She should lift her legs up behind her. This will make her look relaxed.

10. Hide Under Duvet

Some female model poses require the use of props. These are often simple and affordable. You can use them over and over again to make your photography poses stand out.

Ask your model to wrap a duvet around herself. You can experiment with different facial expressions

9. Lie on Side

Ask your model to lie on her side. She can rest her head on her arm and look straight at the camera.

This is one of the best model poses for casual pictures.

8. Lie on the Edge of a Bed

This is a great pose to add to your list of fun photography poses. It will work wonderfully if your female model has long hair.

Ask her to lie on a bed or a couch. Her head can be on the edge so that her hair can flow downwards. This will emphasise her hair length and give you very creative results.

7. Take a Few Steps Forward

This is a common pose in lifestyle portrait photography. Focus on your model, making sure you lock the focus. Then, ask her to move a few steps forward. Move with her so that all of your photos remain sharp.

The model can either look at you, straight ahead, or down.

6. Put One Leg on Top of the Other

You should try this pose at least once during your photo session. It can give your model a boost of confidence and make your portrait photos look striking.

All the female model has to do is put one leg on top of the other. She can put her arm on the bent knee and rest on her hand for a more relaxed look.

5. Lean Back

This is a pose that you can combine with other portrait poses. Your model should stand sideways to your camera and slightly lean back. She shouldn’t lean on anything.

This will accentuate her curves and make her look elegant.

4. Hands Behind Neck

This is a great pose for elegant female photos. Your model should look straight at the camera while she holds her neck with one or two hands. Make sure she does this gently so that she doesn’t look aggressive!

When you take close-up photos, try to shoot at eye level to avoid making your model’s face look too large. This is a female posing technique you should keep in mind at all times!

3. Hide Behind a Scarf

You can use this to emphasise the colour of your model’s eyes. All she needs to do is hide behind a scarf or a colourful piece of fabric. Ideally, it should complement her skin tone and eye colour.

You can use a zoom lens to make this model posing trick comfortable for your model. This way, you won’t get uncomfortably close, and she’ll have lots of space to experiment with different expressions.

2. Sit Sideways to the Camera and Look Forward

Take photos of your model sitting with her side to the camera. She should look straight ahead as you shoot her profile.

This is one of the most striking portrait poses for atmospheric and dreamy photos. Try shooting from a distance so that you can capture the model and her surroundings at the same time.

1. Pull Hair From Both Sides

If you like playful female model poses, you’ll love this tip! This will work best if your model has medium-length or long hair.

Ask your model to pull her hair from both sides. She can also experiment with different facial expressions.

Conclusion

The female model posing tips this list are great for all kinds of portrait photography. You can use them as posing guides in every portrait photoshoot you have.

The more female poses you experiment with, the more diverse and eye-catching your photos will look. This will make your subjects feel more comfortable when they work with you.

Most importantly, it will give your portrait photography portfolio the boost it deserves.

Successful poses of girls for a photo shoot |59 poses|

If you're suddenly caught up in a creative impasse, running out of new ideas, or just looking for a little tip for photographing a girl, then sketches can be used as a starting cheat sheet, because they are one of the most important stages in preparing for a photo shoot. The more carefully they are thought out, the more interesting photos you will get as a result of photography. Many professional photographers use this technique in preparation and during a photo shoot. Girl Poses for Photoshoot from this article should be used as a starting point, and it is best to review and discuss the suggested angles with your model, especially if she is inexperienced. Thus, you will be able to establish psychological contact with the model. During the photo shoot, feel free to ask the model for her opinion on what poses she likes best. This helps both the model and the photographer to feel more confident, and in the end - to get decent photos. It will be very useful if, before the photo shoot, the model thinks about what she wants to see in the pictures, what does she want to emphasize? Innocence? Sexuality? Maybe something romantic? Or some special character traits? What options for poses will she do better? The following poses are a hint not only for the model, but also for the photographer, you can print them out or send them to your phone and carry them with you as a cheat sheet that will help you in a difficult moment.

In this article, a photograph has been selected for each pose presented as an illustration. All pictures are taken from the Internet (mainly from the site //500px.com), copyrights belong to their authors.

So, let's see: successful poses of girls for a photo shoot.

1. A very simple portrait pose - the model is looking at you over her shoulder. Pay attention to how unusual and interesting the portrait can look if you change the angle.

Pavel Novikov

2. Very often, when shooting portraits, both the model and the photographer forget about the position of the hands. However, you can get something creative if you ask the model to play with her hands, trying different head and face positions. The main thing to remember is one rule - no flat, tense palms: the brushes should be soft, flexible and, preferably, they should not be turned directly into the frame with the palm or the back of the hand.

Ali ilker Elci

3. You are probably familiar with such compositional rule as the rule of thirds.

Konstantin Lelyak

4. Very cute pose for a sitting model - with knees together.

Maria Petrova

5. Another open and attractive pose – the model is lying on the ground. Get down and take the shot from almost ground level.

Maria Petrova

6. And again, the option for the prone position: you can ask the model to play with her hands - fold them or calmly lower them to the ground. A great angle for shooting outdoors, among flowers and herbs.

Alp Cem

7. The most elementary pose, but it looks simply stunning. It is necessary to shoot from the lower level, go around the model in a circle, taking pictures from different angles. The model should be relaxed, you can change the position of the arms, hands, head.

Jean-Baptiste Fort

Try different positions of legs and arms, focus on the model's eyes.

Karen Abramyan

9. Cute and playful pose. Great for almost any interior: on the bed, in the grass or on the beach. Take a photo of the model from the bottom position, focusing on the eyes.

Billy Nguyen

10. A wonderful way to show off a model's beautiful figure. Perfectly emphasizes the silhouette on a bright background.

Thomas Agatz

11. Another friendly pose for a seated model. Sit the model so that one knee is pressed to the chest, and the other leg, also bent at the knee, is on the ground. The gaze is directed towards the lens. Try different shooting angles for the best results.

Yannick Desmet

12. A great way to demonstrate all the beauty and plasticity of the model's body. Can be used as a silhouette pose against a bright background.

Emma Grigoryan

13. A simple and natural position with many options. Let the model experiment with the position of the hips, arms, head.

Konstantin Lelyak

14. Simple yet elegant pose. Model turned slightly to the side, hands in back pockets.

Ali ilker Elci

15. A slight forward tilt can unobtrusively emphasize the shape of the model. It looks very attractive and sexy.

OKSANA GUROVA

16. A sensual pose with arms raised favorably emphasizes the smooth curves of the body. Well suited for slender and fit models.

Mike Martfolio

17. The options for full-length posing are simply endless, this position can be taken as a starting point. Ask the model to easily turn the body, change the position of the hands, head, direction of gaze, etc.

Karen Abramyan

18. This posture looks quite relaxed. Do not forget that you can lean against the wall not only with your back, but also with your shoulder, arm or hip.

Christian Teß

19. Full body shots are quite specific and are best suited for tall, slender models. Here's a little secret for you: the body of the model should resemble the English letter S, the weight is transferred to one leg, the arms are in a relaxed state.

Dmitry Elizarov

20. One of the best poses for slender models with lots of options. To capture the most advantageous position, ask the model to slowly change the position of the hands and continuously bend the body.

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21. Romantic, gentle pose. Use different fabrics and draperies. With their help, you can get sensual pictures. It is not necessary to expose the entire back: often, even a slightly bare shoulder creates a flirtatious mood.

Petrova Maria

22. A good pose for a photo shoot and an excellent angle from which the model seems slimmer. The model stands sideways, the chin is slightly down, and the shoulder is slightly raised. Please note that there should be a small distance between the chin and the shoulder.

Ali ilker Elci

23. Often ordinary postures are the most successful. The model must transfer the weight of the body to one leg, while the body is bent into an S-shape.

Tjipto Suparto

24. Model lightly touches with both hands a vertical surface such as a wall or wood. The pose is suitable for a portrait shot.

Konstantin Lelyak

25. If the model is endowed with beautiful long hair, be sure to show it in motion. Ask her to quickly turn her head so that her hair develops. Experiment with shutter speed to get clear or vice versa, blurry and movement-enhancing shots.

Maria Petrova

26. In the next pose, the model is sitting on a sofa or bed. If you give a girl a cup of coffee, you can get a thematic picture (for example, the girl is cold, and now she is resting and warming up).

Ivax Smoke

27. A great and comfortable pose that is suitable for a photo shoot in the house, studio on the sofa and not only…

Christian Teß

28. A beautiful pose for a model sitting on the sofa.

Ana Lavalle

29. Excellent for photographing a model sitting on the ground. The photographer can shoot from different angles.

Ben Heys

30. In the sitting position, you can experiment, you should not limit yourself to only certain plot poses.

Yuliya Sariy

31. It is believed that when crossing legs and arms, a certain psychological barrier is created between people, and this is not recommended when taking pictures. However, this is not always the case. The photographer should try to take a photo where the model's arms are crossed over her chest. This is a great pose for a female photo shoot.

Anton Rostovskiy

32. It is not always necessary to come up with a certain hand position. It is perfectly normal to leave them in a natural position, relaxed. The same can be said about the legs. The only thing to remember is that while standing, the model must transfer the weight of the body to one leg.

Andy Quarius

33. Another full length pose that is perfect for a photo shoot. The girl's hands, in whole or in part, are in her pockets.

Alexander Loginov

34. This is a winning pose for a summer photo shoot. Ask the model to take off their shoes and take a slow walk.

Josefine Jönsson

35. Model's hands behind her back, unusual, but very open and sincere pose. Also, the model can lean against the wall.

Ali ilker Elci

36. For worthy official portraits, a very simple, but at the same time, spectacular position is suitable. The model stands slightly sideways, and her face is turned towards the photographer, her head is slightly tilted to one side.

Pascal Martin

37. The model will look very harmonious in the frame if both hands are placed on the waist. The pose is suitable for half-length and full-length portraits.

JMurias Fotografía

38. If there is any tall piece of furniture nearby that you can lean on with one hand, be sure to use it. This will help create a formal, but at the same time free and inviting pose.

Gunnar Rathbun

39. Another good posture is to sit down on something. Good for both indoor and outdoor shooting.

Marco Ciofalo Digispace

40. An example of a feminine and winning pose for a full length shot of a model.

Thomas Agatz

However, if done right, the reward is a great, elegant fashion shot.

Karen Abramyan

42. An excellent pose, however, certain camera settings are required: the girl leans on a fence or a bridge railing. A large aperture will provide shallow depth of field and a blurry background.

Nail Ziyatdinov

43. An excellent pose, if everything is done taking into account its features. The correct position of the arms and legs play a decisive role here. Ideal for any body type. Please note that shooting should be carried out from a slightly elevated position.

Steve ISP

44. Perfect pose for an intimate photo. It can be used well in various environments, on the bed, the beach, etc.

Maria Petrova

45. Another interesting pose. We take the angle from the bottom point. The upper body of the model is slightly raised, and the head is slightly tilted down. The legs are bent at the knees up, the feet are crossed.

Alexander Loginov

46. This position is not the easiest. There are a few things to pay attention to: the arm that the model is leaning on should be facing away from the body, the abdominal muscles should be in control, and the legs should be extended. The pose is ideal for an athletic body type.

ALEXEYPODOBA

47. The next difficult pose requires professionalism from the photographer. For a successful end result, he must take into account the position of all parts of the body - head, arms, waist (there should be no wrinkles in the skin!), hips and legs.

Olga Aprelskaya

48. A very beautiful pose for shooting a model.

Karen Abramyan

49. An ideal pose for fine artistic nude photography. An infinite number of variations are possible with different positions of the head, arms and legs.

Zhukov Vladimir

50. A very difficult pose. The main thing is the correct position of the legs. Carefully guide the model by prompting the desired position. The model must be wearing high heels.

Marco Ciofalo Digispace

51. Simple and perfect pose. Make sure that the model's face is not covered by her arm or shoulder. The look directed to the bottom creates a special romantic mood. The raised elbow points away from the camera.

Photomoods Mario Bolz

52. Full length portrait pose against a wall. Take a photo of the model from the back.

Karen Abramyan

53. Exquisite pose for sports models. Ask the model to bend the body in the shape of the letter S, change the position of the hips and arms, turn the head in different directions.

Beans Photos

54. The use of lightweight fabric creates endless options for the model and the photographer, and great shots can be taken. It is very beneficial to use this pose outdoors in windy weather.

3Solnca

55. Light and simple pose that emphasizes the lines of the female figure. Ideal as a silhouette against a bright background.

Andy Quarius

56. Light and gentle pose. The model sits on bent legs, but does not lean too much on the feet. The gaze is directed over the shoulder.

Brian Storey

57. Simple but great pose. Works in various conditions, both indoors and outdoors. Also suitable for shooting a silhouette against a bright background.

Ben Heys

58. Using a wall or any other similar object is very helpful when creating various poses. For example, walls can serve as a support for hands.

Karen Abramyan

59. Very beautiful and elegant pose. Remember that the main thing in this pose is that the model should lean slightly forward from the back of the sofa (chairs, benches, etc.).

Yuliya Sariy

In conclusion, I would like to note once again that all the examples shown are only a starting point, since there are an infinite number of variations for each pose. Do not be afraid to experiment, the model can change the facial expression, smile, turn of the head and body, the position of the arms or legs, etc. Even the smallest change in the pose on the part of the model or a change in the shooting angle on the part of the photographer can completely change the same pose. Try changing the distance between you and the model, as well as resorting to different framing and composition of the shot. In general, improve through trial and error, it’s not in vain that they say: “Learn from mistakes.” The more variations you try, the better the results will be.

Now go ahead and fulfill your fantasies!

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The 20 best poses for photographing girls taking pictures of girls can help you out in a difficult situation. Many photographers use these techniques both during the photo shoot itself and in preparation for it.

In previous articles in the "How to Pose Properly" series, we wrote about successful poses for photographing men, girls and couples.

The postures described in this article are given as guidelines. I would personally recommend discussing these poses with your model, especially if she has little experience in photography. It is also useful to tell the model the most successful poses for her. Such communication gives excellent results, and both of you will feel more confident.

So let's start in order.

1. A very simple pose to start a portrait shot. Ask the model to look over your shoulder. Pay attention to how unusual and interesting a portrait can look if you just shoot it from an unusual angle.

2. Portrait photography pays little attention to the position of the hands. However, you can add some mood to your shots by asking the model to experiment a little with the position of the hands around the head and face. Do not forget that there should not be turned palms in the frame, shoot palms only from the side!



3. You may already be familiar with the rule of thirds in composition. You can not only position the subject at certain points, but also use diagonal lines or tilt the camera. This way you will achieve interesting and unusual angles.

4. Very nice pose for a sitting model. The knees must be closed.



5. Another open and attractive pose for the recumbent model. You will need to lower yourself and take a picture from a lower angle.



6. Variant of the pose for the lying model. You can also put your hands on the ground. Very good for shooting outdoors, such as grass or flower meadows.

7. A versatile, simple pose that still looks luxurious. You will need to go down and shoot almost from ground level. Then move around the model, taking a series of shots. Also ask the model to change the position of the head and hands.



8. Another simple but effective pose for women with any figure. Try experimenting with the position of your arms and legs. And do not forget that the focus should be on the eyes of the model!



9. Very cute pose. Equally well suited for different shooting locations: the model can sit both on the bed and on the ground in the grass or on the sandy beach. Shoot from a low height and focus on the eyes.



10. Gorgeous yet simple pose for a seated model.



11. Another simple and inviting pose for the model sitting on the floor. Try shooting from different angles.



12. A great way to show off your model's good figure. Perfectly emphasizes the silhouette when shooting against a bright background.



13. Simple and relaxed posture. Many variations are possible. Ask the model to turn and experiment with hand position and head rotation.

14. Another very simple and elegant pose. The body of the model is slightly turned to the side, hands in pockets.

15. A slight forward lean can give you a very attractive angle. This is a great way to emphasize the shape of your model.

16. Very sensual pose. The model holds her hands behind her head, which emphasizes the curves of her body. Suitable for all body types.



17. There are endless options for full body photography. This pose is just a starting point. Ask the model to turn a little, change the position of the head, the direction of the gaze, etc.



18. Relaxed pose of a model standing straight and leaning against a wall. Do not forget that the model can not only lean against the wall, but also lean on it with her hands or feet.



19. Please note that full body shots are quite specific and best suited for slim models. The secret of the pose is simple: the body should be curved like an S, the arms are relaxed, the weight is distributed on only one leg.



20. A graceful pose for a slender model. Various options are possible. To find the best pose, ask the model to slowly move her arms and bend. When you spot a good option, ask the model to freeze and take a few shots. Repeat until you have taken as many frames as you need.



21. Very gentle and romantic pose. Any fabric can be used. Note that the back does not have to be completely bare. Sometimes just baring your shoulders is enough.

So here are some poses to get you started. I hope that at least a couple of them will be useful for photo shoots of various subjects.


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