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Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 EX Aspherical DF for Canon

07/14/2003 02:37:04 PM · #1

I have a photo shoot planned for this week and I haven't photographed a model since high school (almost 20 years ago). Anyone have any good resources for poses that I should try? I ordered a book from PhotographyTips.com with 1100+ poses but I'm not sure that it'll be in before the shoot.

I'm just trying to hone my eye for a photo and I plan on posting some of the pictures here to get some critiques on them.

Thanks for your help

magnetic9999

Canon EOS-20D

07/14/2003 02:38:42 PM · #2

i suggest that you look at a) fashion magazines, b) clothing catalogs, c) search for fashion photographers online and examine what they've done, d) go on sites like photosig and browse the 'fashion' category for ideas.

good luck!

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

07/14/2003 02:42:10 PM · #3

Are you on high speed and do you have AIM or MSN?

If you can answer yes to both, contact me at mantonino@hotmail.com

(If anyone wants the free photographytips.com pose guide, msg me)

Message edited by author 2003-07-14 15:55:21.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

07/14/2003 02:54:02 PM · #4

Check what photography books your library has. Many have their catalogs online, but remember that your librarian is that elusive "intelligent search engine" everyone keeps trying to invent ....

zeuszen

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

07/14/2003 03:47:10 PM · #5

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Check what photography books your library has. Many have their catalogs online, but remember that your librarian is that elusive "intelligent search engine" everyone keeps trying to invent ....

..and if not, maybe she'll model for you.

Seriously, aren't there any imaginable poses you'd 'like' to see/capture, that would perhaps strike a different note than those sampled from commercial photographers?

SharQ

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

07/14/2003 03:48:41 PM · #6

I think you should worry less about "poses that need trying" and more about what your model does naturally. Try to keep the model in motion. Make them go through a series of emotions, and photograph each of them. If you find one that works particularly well, leave it for a little bit, and revisit it several times. Often, you'll find that the best shots appear as the model is moving between poses, as it adds dynamic to the images.

Most importantly: Have lots of fun!

Haje

goodtempo

Canon EOS-450D Rebel XSi

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

07/14/2003 04:08:30 PM · #7

SharQ, all of your advice is really good advice.

I photographed my neice and did pretty much what you advise and the photos turned out great.

The photographer should worry about the lighting, background, composition, and camera settings during the shoot rather than the model. Worked for me.

SharQ

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

07/14/2003 08:23:57 PM · #8

Originally posted by KevinRiggs:

a model

Those two words should automatically make you think "model release", by the way. Make sure you get one, use it, and get it signed before you start taking pictures.

If you need help with this, see the link in my signature.

KarenB

Canon EOS-70D

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

07/15/2003 11:55:07 AM · #9

Originally posted by goodtempo:

Agreed. But also remember to "break the wrist".. so that it doesn't look stiff, and the edge of the hand is more flattering than the palm or backside for women. Also, the chin should be out from the neck slightly.

Good luck! Show us when you're done?

07/15/2003 12:17:21 PM · #10

:)

M

Message edited by author 2003-07-15 13:24:55.

07/15/2003 12:19:47 PM · #11

Mavrik... I am going to HAVE to try those poses with my wife as the subject... it'll be hilarious!

07/15/2003 12:20:40 PM · #12

If you want more from the guide, let me know. :)

M

07/15/2003 12:38:23 PM · #13

I'd be interested to see some more... I was looking at makesmewonder.com for the rest of them and couldn't find them. Is it your own website? It took me a while to work out that I had to scroll down to see the rest of one of the pop-up layers. You must have quite a high resolution on your PC.

07/15/2003 12:48:58 PM · #14

No, but I can't figure out a better way to do that menu...*sigh*

As for the rest,
//www.makesmewonder.com/poseguide/poses1/posechart01.jpg
//www.makesmewonder.com/poseguide/poses1/posechart02.jpg
//www.makesmewonder.com/poseguide/poses1/posechart03.jpg

Just keep changing the last number. There are 38 of them. :)

M

Message edited by author 2003-07-15 13:24:25.

07/15/2003 12:53:50 PM · #15

Your webhost won't let me do it... it has to be referenced by a web-page. EDIT: Oops my mistake... for some reason IE will let me do it, but not Mozilla. Very strange...

Message edited by author 2003-07-15 12:55:02.

StevePax

Canon PowerShot S50

07/15/2003 12:57:51 PM · #16

Originally posted by BobsterLobster:

Your webhost won't let me do it... it has to be referenced by a web-page. EDIT: Oops my mistake... for some reason IE will let me do it, but not Mozilla. Very strange...

It won't let me do it in Internet Explorer. It says:

"Directly downloading images is not permitted on the Netfirms FREE plan. If you are the owner of this site, either ensure that this image is embedded in a web page, or upgrade to one of the Netfirms premium plans."

What's the deal?

07/15/2003 01:07:54 PM · #17

Hmm, 14 is missing! Thanks for the rest though...
EDIT: 13 is unreadable!

Message edited by author 2003-07-15 13:10:06.

Gordon

RIM BlackBerry Curve

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

07/15/2003 01:07:57 PM · #18

If you start changing the numbers it works - it just doesn't like it when you link to the pictures from another website I guess.

07/15/2003 01:21:58 PM · #19

sorry bout that - I didnt know about that 'rule' lol

M

07/15/2003 01:22:58 PM · #20

Can you put on 13 and 14?

07/15/2003 01:24:06 PM · #21

Just did. :)

M

07/15/2003 01:28:41 PM · #22

Many thanks,
they look highly cheesy, but I think it would be good practice for me to go through them all as a technical exercise.
Cheers,
Bob