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Page 1: Session 9 Photo Poses (Basic Photography Class)

Poses and Photography

MC310: Basic Photography Mass Communication

Ateneo de Davao University

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Poses

§  Introduction §  Tips for Models §  Choosing Models §  Test Shots §  Time for Prints §  Photoshoot §  Model Release

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Tips for Models

§  The Photographer as an artist §  Photocomposition §  Use of Lights and

Shadows §  Use of Lines and

Shapes §  Forms and Substance

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Model of the Golden Mean

§  The Farmer and the Rice Field

§  The Balance between two extremes

§  Over-Confidence vs Lack of Confidence

§  Golden Mean: finding the center which is your true self

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Model as a Subject

§  a composed image of a person in a still position.

§  As an art form, it is a stylized depiction of the face or body with the line and form of the human figure as the primary objective.

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Models

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Models

§  Most important element in glamour photography

§  Need special talent: projection, confidence, mood and expression

§  Need to know different

types of models, their strengths as photographic subjects

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Choosing a Model

§  First Model: TFP (Time-for-Prints) arrangement

§  Test Shots: establishing a relaxed working relationships; shots not for use

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Test Shots

§  Take note of §  Successful poses §  Visible defects §  Remember model’s

best and worst features

§  Objective: make the model feel relaxed and confident

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Assessing the Model: Front

§  Hair: shiny and healthy

§  Watch for collarbones §  Wait for pressure

marks from underclothes to disappear

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Assessing the Model: Side

§  Makeup blends with body color

§  Watch for creases around armpits

§  No stomach bulge §  Watch for veins in hands §  Watch for dry skin on

knees §  Watch for dry skin on feet

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Assessing the Model: Behind

§  Back muscle should not be to tense

§  Watch for dry skins on elbows

§  Watch for veins in legs

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Model/Photographer Relations

§  Photographer never presses an unwilling model;

§  Talk to your photographer, establish as many meeting points as possible;

§  Photographer usually describes what he wants you to do, why and what he wants you to do.

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Chaperones

§  Models may want to be accompanied;

§  Try to discourage this without actually refusing the request;

§  If it is necessary, make sure he is not within eyeshot of the model and is asked to keep quiet.

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Posing

§  Concentrate on the models best attribute

§  Make mental notes on where the hands are, how the legs are positioned, and what will be shown to the best advantage

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Warning

§  Pay very close attention to: §  Knees §  Elbows §  Collarbones §  Armpits

§  Over-prominence spoil the photograph

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Problem & Angle Solutions §  Short legs: low angle shot §  Low viewpoint:

photographer has to lie down

§  Watch out for exposure especially if background is very bright (e.g. sky)

§  Make sure secondary lighting (fill light) is available

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Problem & Angle Solutions §  Calf Muscle §  If model lies or

sits down and raises her legs, calf muscles will relax downward.

§  Calf muscle creates a beautifully smooth line.

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Thin or Too Plump Legs

§  Let the model sit on her legs or tuck them under her.

§  By tucking one leg under another and leaning back, the whole body is stretched to produce slim like look.

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Heavy Hips

Heavy hips can be corrected by asking the model to lean toward the camera

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Heavy Hips

§  Heavy hips can be corrected by asking the model to lean toward the camera --

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Wide Waist

§  Take a side view angle while model is positioned at a three-quarter angle

§  Narrows the waist, accentuate the chest, bottom is emphasized by curvature of back.

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Lying Face Up

§  Lying up is not particularly flattering, since it tends to flatten the chest.

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Background

§  Rule on Background: §  It must not dominate the

model. §  It is often the

background that creates the contrast that works best

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Poses Standing Position

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Side Poses

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Side Poses

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The Art of Makeup

§  Most vital tool in glamour photography

§  Important: have a clear idea of how you want your model to look

§  Need: basic knowledge of cosmetics

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Makeup Kit §  Cleansing cream §  Skin tonic, freshener,

moisturizer §  Eye makeup remover §  Foundation and Face

powder §  Eyedrops §  Mascara and Blusher §  Eyeshadow & eyeliner §  Lipstick, lip gloss, lipliner

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Camouflage and Precautions

§  At times, photographer has to resort to camouflage

§  Cover sticks: covering blemishes, concealing dark circles under eyes

§  Powder: use only to take shine off the face or body and not to alter face or body color

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Props and Accessories

§  Can create mood, enhance feeling

§  Contextualizes the subject §  Rule: “less is more” §  Examples: sunglasses,

scarves, shoes, stockings, soft translucent fabrics and garments, umbrellas, sunhats, caps, vizors

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The Shoot

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The Shoot

§  Important: Model is relaxed and at ease to obtain natural results.

§  Be courteous and polite at all times.

§  Be positive in your attitude.

§  Clarify instructions on poses required.

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The Shoot

§  Ask the photographer to explain concisely what he wants you to do.

§  He can show you a picture to demonstrate the pose to you.

§  You may ask the photographer to try out your own ideas.

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The Shoot

§  As a rule, photographers do not touch the model unless absolutely necessary.

§  If they need to adjust a garment or the model’s hair, they explain their intentions before they do it.

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The Shoot

§  Keep the conversations going throughout the shoot.

§  The model should know what the photographer is doing and why he is doing it.

§  Appreciate the praise and encouragement of the photo crew all the time.

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The Shoot

§  Tell her how a particular pose look.

§  Have short breaks from time to time and provide cool refreshments.

§  Good idea: to have background music to set mood.

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Post Shoot

§  Payment of fees in cash (if it requires payment)

§  Print or contact sheets for model’s portfolio

§  Model Release Form