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The Essential Guide to Posing

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Overview

Description Capture polished portraits by posing people for photos in the best ways possible! Join respected commercial photographer Bobbi Lane and learn how to direct your subjects for success whether they’re male, female, adults or children. During class, Bobbi will begin with pointers for impactful headshots, standing photos and sitting photos. Wondering how to play up good features and downplay what’s less flattering? You’ll discover how to use the four basic lighting patterns to your advantage to do just that. Bobbi will also give tips for communicating with your clients to photograph couples, groups and even kids successfully. Plus, find out how to scout the perfect location for a shoot and enhance your images with props!

Syllabus

  • Class Preview
  • Headshots
  • Three-Quarter & Full-Length Posing
  • Corrective Techniques
  • Communication With the Subject
  • Posing Couples
  • Groups & Families
  • Posing on Location

Taught by

Bobbi Lane

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