When it comes to
photographing loved ones, we often just have them stand together and
smile. While this works fine for
quick candid shots, you’ll find you can create more enduring images by
employing a few posing tricks.
We’ve taken some lessons from the pros to help you create images that
truly connect:
Comfort is Key:
Being photographed is often an uncomfortable experience for people so
it’s important to put them at ease in order for their true smiles to
surface. Let them settle in for a
moment or two before getting down to business and add a bit of extra space
between your subject and the camera in the beginning of the session.
Take a Turn:
When shooting a solo portrait, have your subject turn her body at an
angle away from the camera but keep her looking toward the camera; this common
posing technique is popular because it adds dimension to a portrait while not
straying too far out of a subject’s comfort zone.
If It Bends, Bend It: Attend a workshop for budding professional photographers and you’ll hear
this popular posing tip. Look at
your subject and start adjusting elbows, knees and wrists. Stiff arms can project formality and
awkwardness, so double-check your subject’s joints when posing!
Turn it Into a Mother’s Day Gift: Your perfect posing is likely to result in a fantastic final image, so
if this image is one Mom would love, bring it to our store and let us show you
how to transform it into a gift sure to make Mom smile. From a framed enlargement to canvas,
coffee mugs and more, we can show you several creative options that she’ll
enjoy all year long!
