As soon as people are in front of the camera, they can become self-conscious and awkward. How can you pose them in an authentic, natural way, without it looking all… posed? In this section, we’ll show you how to use the way people naturally hold themselves to get portraits that – with a little fine-tuning – flatter them but also look true to who they really are.
Photographing Natural Movement – Play With Hair
Photographing Natural Movement As a portrait photographer, I'm always looking for moments that look great but are also really natural ...
Video | Photographing Siblings: Chaos, Chemistry & Connection
Unleash your creativity with five practical, client-friendly ideas for photographing dogs that capture character, storytelling, and genuine moments ...
Video | Five Ideas For Photographing Dogs
Unleash your creativity with five practical, client-friendly ideas for photographing dogs that capture character, storytelling, and genuine moments ...
Video: Photographing Siblings
Capturing the unique bonds between siblings can be both challenging and rewarding. Dive into this video guide as I unpack ...
Video: BJJ Fighters – Pose, Shoot, Photoshop
A candid, practical dive into photographing BJJ fighters – capturing strength, personality, and movement through confident posing and creative decisions ...
Working with people of different heights
Discover practical strategies for posing people of varying heights, ensuring balanced, natural-looking group portraits without awkwardness or stiffness ...
Award-Winning Studio Dog Portrait
Discover how to create award-winning studio dog portraits with expert posing tips, lighting insights, and creative approaches that bring out ...
Striking a deal to get the shot
How do you strike a deal with your subject for that perfect shot? This article dives into the art of ...
Fun portrait of a close friendship
Discover how to capture genuine connection and fun between close friends with simple posing tips that bring portraits to life ...
Video: Photographing Children With Their Favourite Props
Discover how to capture children authentically using their favourite props, with tips on connection, natural posing, and intuitive lighting from ...
Movie-star posing for teen groups
Discover the magic of movie star-inspired posing techniques for teen groups—making your portraits pack a cinematic punch with natural ease ...
Creating triangles with a family of four
Discover how creating triangles in family portraits transforms your compositions from static snapshots into dynamic, connected stories that feel natural ...
Video: Creating a sense of motion
Explore how to bring dynamic energy into your portraits by creating a sense of motion through simple camera and subject ...
Video: Striking teenager portraits on the street
Discover how to capture striking, honest teenager portraits on the street using natural light and intuitive posing in this behind-the-scenes ...
Video: Photographing A Couple Outdoors
Join me on a breezy Devon afternoon as I explore foolproof ways to capture couples outdoors, balancing natural light, connection, ...
Video: How to photograph two men with different heights, skin tones & face shapes!
Discover practical tips and a clever approach to photographing two men with different heights, skin tones, and face shapes, ensuring ...
Video: Simple studio couple portraits of Lily and Sam
Discover a fresh take on simple studio couple portraits with Lily and Sam. This video walk-through reveals how to encourage ...
Newborn Portraits With No Kit And No Time
Discover how to create beautiful newborn portraits with zero kit and minimal time. Practical tips for natural posing using pure ...
Aiming For The Lens
Discover how aiming your subject’s eyes intentionally straight at the lens can transform your portraits. This guide explores eye contact’s ...
Snoozing Newborns
Discover gentle, effective techniques for posing newborns who love their naps, helping you capture serene, natural portraits with ease and ...
Blue-Eyed Boy
Discover how posing, light, and client connection come together to make a portrait that’s as alive as the subject’s striking ...
Turning Props Into Fresh Portrait Ideas
Discover how everyday props can breathe fresh life into your portraits with creative posing ideas and intuitive client direction ...
Searching For Giants
Discover thoughtful posing insights through a story-driven approach that connects to your subject’s personality and real moments, helping you create ...
Kai With His Skateboard
Dive into a relaxed session capturing Kai and his skateboard, where posing meets personality and natural connection. Discover how to ...
Close-Up Male Portraits
Dive into the art and craft of posing close-up male portraits with insights, tips, and visual examples straight from the ...
Using Your Subject’s Natural Stance
Discover how embracing your subject’s natural stance can unlock authentic portraits that feel like the person, not just a pose ...
Why a Crouching Pose Portrait Works for Men
Discover how a simple crouch can transform your portrait’s composition and storytelling, making your subject feel alive and grounded within ...
Generating Genuine Expressions
Discover how to unlock authentic, genuine expressions during portrait sessions with practical, client-focused posing tips rooted in empathy and creative ...
Posing A Couple In A Tourist Hotspot!
Finding the quiet moments and connection when posing a couple amid the chaos of a tourist hotspot – it’s about ...
Group Graffiti Portrait In London
Discover how to capture vibrant, dynamic group portraits on the streets of London, blending natural and creative light to make ...
Video: Fun, beautiful and characterful portraits of sibling groups
Discover how to capture beautiful, characterful portraits of sibling groups with simple posing tips, natural light, and a playful approach ...
Getting Kids To Smile
Struggling to get genuine smiles from kids? Here’s my relaxed, real-world approach to creating natural, joyful expressions in your children’s ...
Flattering Feminine Portraits
Discover gentle posing tips and lighting setups to create flattering, feminine portraits that truly celebrate your subject's personality and natural ...
Crafting Stories: Using Props in Portrait Photography
Discover how thoughtfully using a prop can transform your portraits, deepen your connection with subjects, and add storytelling magic to ...
Dealing With Reluctant Subjects
A warm and witty guide to working with reluctant subjects—helping you tame nerves, build trust, and capture portraits full of ...