Standing poses
- Weight on the back leg, front knee softly bent.
- Turn your body 30-45° to the camera, shoulders relaxed down.
- Cross the front foot slightly over for a longer line.
- Hand in a pocket (thumb out): instantly natural.
- Lean lightly on a wall with one shoulder.
Sitting poses
- Sit on the front edge of the seat, back tall.
- Angle knees away from the camera.
- One leg extended, one bent, for floor shots.
Hands
- Keep hands soft: touch, don’t grab.
- Leave a little space between arms and body so your silhouette stays defined.
Face and expression
- Chin forward and slightly down: “turtle” the neck forward to define the jawline.
- Squinch: slightly lift the lower eyelids for a confident look.
- Breathe out before the shot; think of something funny for a real smile.
Movement
- Take small steps between frames: walk, turn, look away and back.
- Shoot lots and pick the best, even models keep a fraction of their frames.
Practice
Use a mirror or your phone’s burst mode. Then see how your best shot reads to strangers.
