Basic knowledge of model posing

Basic knowledge of model posing

Model posing cannot be done casually and requires in-depth study. Below is the basic knowledge of model posing that I shared, let’s take a look.

1. The head and body should not be in a straight line.

If the two are in a straight line, it will inevitably feel dull. Therefore, when the body is facing the camera, the head should be turned slightly to the left or right, and the photo will appear elegant and vivid; similarly, when the subject's eyes are facing the camera, the body should be turned to a certain angle. The angle will make the picture look lively and dynamic, and increase the three-dimensional effect.

2. Avoid keeping your arms and legs parallel.

No matter whether the subject is sitting or standing, never let the arms or legs be parallel, because this will make people feel stiff and mechanical. The appropriate approach can be all the way or both at a certain angle. In this way, it can create a sense of movement and a variety of postures.

3. Try to make the body curves as clear as possible.

For female subjects, it is necessary to show their charming curves. The usual approach is to have one leg of the character actually support the weight of the whole body, and the other leg is slightly raised and leaning against the standing leg. The arm should be turned around to show its narrowest side, and the chest should be through The curve of the waist should show its height and fullness as much as possible. At the same time, one hand of the character can be placed on the hip to provide the necessary width to the picture.

4. Avoid sitting in a too deep position.

When showing the subject’s sitting posture, do not let him or her sit in the chair with the whole body as usual. If so, her thighs will be in a resting state, so that the fat part of the upper legs will bulge, making the legs look thick. The correct approach is to move the body forward and sit close to the chair. In portrait photography activities, we often use guidance and conception methods. Sometimes, we explain to the model in a simple way - only static and dynamic. a way. , and keep your chest up and your abdomen in to avoid the phenomenon of droopy shoulders and bulging belly.

5. Show good hand posture.

The subject’s hands occupy a small proportion of the picture, but if placed improperly, it will destroy the overall beauty of the picture. When shooting, pay attention to the integrity of your hands and avoid making them feel deformed, broken, or incomplete. For example, when you put your hands on your hips or put them in your pocket, part of your fingers should be exposed to avoid giving the impression of being cut off.

But from the perspective of guidance and performance, it can be subdivided into at least seven methods, which are briefly described below:

1. Static POSE: the most Common POSE boot methods.

The static POSE is first based on the project of beauty and appearance, so that the model has a basic foundation for two-dimensional performance, and then matches the scene and color elements to compose the picture. The model only needs to pay attention to The basic requirements of POSE, natural changes in expression, are sufficient.

For inexperienced models, photographers usually have to lead one by one POSE and explain the tips, precautions, and considerations one by one.

During the audition, in addition to trying to find out the model’s characteristics, giving performance suggestions, and producing publishable audition photos, it also incorporates basic POSE interpretation elements.

The focus of the explanation is to use scene examples to explain the position of the center of gravity of the body, the considerations of matching the limbs with the scene, the way POSE changes, the ways and positions of various POSE limbs, and the photographer's considerations of composition.. . wait.

2. Continuous POSE:

Static POSE will be more monotonous. If possible, use a single POSE. Based on the original beauty and beauty, consider the variability of POSE. Then a single POSE can derive different feelings and differences.

For example, a simple hair POSE can generate 10 different differences and changes, giving the picture more choices and changes.

3. Situation analysis and performance: This is a more advanced and difficult performance method.

Because of static POSE and continuous POSE, the focus of thinking is on the beauty of posture. After the model is positioned, the enrichment of expressions and naturalization of movements often become too fixed and rigid.

Many experienced models will simulate situations and emotions based on the scene after positioning, in order to strive for the naturalness and changes in the picture.

4. Dynamic performance:

Dynamic performance is a continuous body movement and movement in different positions and situations in a larger scene. Body changes. It's a bit like a catwalk on stage, but it's different in many ways.

In addition to mastering the pauses and rhythm of movement, models must also use movement lines to show changes in body and expression. Dynamic performances can sometimes be very helpful in relieving the model's emotions and bringing out a more natural feeling.

On the other hand, dynamic performances sometimes require a little talent, and not every model is suitable. Since moving performances are more challenging to shoot, the proportion of them arranged for general outdoor shooting is not as important.

5. Dynamic actions:

Usually it can be done with props or specific scenes. For example, jumping movements, turning movements, etc.

6. Conversations and interviews:

The application level is very wide, including one-on-one shooting, shooting of two models, or shooting models with documentary techniques. This method can be used for any incident brought about by children.

The main purposes usually include: a. More natural pictures b. More storytelling performances c. Shooting with humanistic thinking.

7. Plot arrangement:

Use the development of a story, cut it into different paragraphs, and then use different scenes, costumes and performances to present the complete story.

You can think of this kind of shooting as an "incomplete" theater. It is loose and does not necessarily have complete dialogue. In planning, you may only finish the outline and plot explanation, and then let the model Let's try to figure out the performance. The photographer also has the roles of director and photographer.

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