be simple. This pose results in a slimming effect
that you don’t want to miss out on.
Cleavage
To make sure your best assets shine, there are
a few basic guidelines to follow. Based on two
distinct poses, a forward lean and a backward
lean, any model with any breast size can maximize cleavage. When leaning forward, either
bring your arms together at your waist, keep
your arms straight at the elbows and clasp your
hands together below your waist, or simply
cross your arms. When leaning backward, raise
your arms about your shoulders and head, keep
your arms apart, and always slouch for t he best
cleavage results.
Smile
If you have a naturally beautiful smile—show
your pearly whites with pride, just not every
time. If you smile in each modeling pose, modeling agents will notice your lack of versatility,
not your smile. To add variety to your modeling
poses, try switching up your smile with a cute
frown, a bratty bout, a friendly laugh, or even
an edgy scowl. Your facial expressions can make
or break your modeling poses. Let your smile
show, but make sure to show what else you can
do.
In addition to these personalized tips for
modeling poses, every model should be aware
of the basics of posing. There are 4 main types
of model poses: lifestyle pose, movement pose,
portrait pose, and body pose.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle pose evokes a sense of everyday
living with common body movements and facial expressions. Throughout the day, moments
of happiness, love, anger, and hope arise. To
succeed at the lifestyle pose, each model must
be able to recreate these everyday emotions.
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Movement
The movement pose captures a specific action, such as running or jumping. Because this pose is most often used for
a marketing photo shoot—the model is used to promote a
product. Each model must be able to smile and laugh when
using the products in the photo shoot.
Portrait
This modeling pose emphasizes the face of the model—and
relies purely on facial features. The model will be in modest makeup and relaxed hair and should pose with a casual,
genuine smile. Many portrait photographs are close up and
emphasize details of the model’s face. If you are scheduled
for a portrait photo shoot, make sure to pay extra attention
to your skin and drink at least 8-12 glasses of water a day.
Body
Full-length photographs require body poses. Models are
encouraged to shift weight between hips and make arms
and lengths into asymmetrical stances. Although many
body poses do not require specific facial expressions, putting your entire body into character during full-length
poses helps your body find a natural balance.
Keep these insider model posing tips in mind during your
next professional model photo shoot to ensure you blow
the photographer away. Whether you’re a trained expert or
an ambitious beginner, all models have the ability to excel
in photo shoots. Focus on your posture, attitude, and facial
expressions to succeed beyond your wildest expectations.