Posing for Portrait Photography

come up with a new variation that is more comfortable for them and

that you can add to your pose selections. When this happens, add

the new pose or pose variation to your sample books immediately.

Photographers often come up with great poses or watch clients go

into great posing variations, then forget about them. By taking extra

photos for your sample books, you are assured you won’t lose your

new poses.

About This Book.

In this book, I have outlined the training I give to the new photog-

raphers at my studios. Since there are literally thousands of ways to

pose the body, it is overwhelming to memorize each individual pose.

INTRODUCTION 13

It may feel awkward at first, but the best way
to pose clients effectively is to demonstrate
the poses yourself.

Add new poses or

pose variations to your

sample books immediately.