Posing Techniques
The Architecture of Posture: Mastering Body Angles and Line Flow
The Architecture of Posture: Mastering Body Angles and Line Flow I’ve watched photographers light a subject beautifully, then waste it all with flat, lifeless posing. It’s like preparing a gourmet sauce only to pour it over cardboard. Posing isn’t decoration—it’s foundational architecture that either supports or collapses under the weight of your lighting. The 45-Degree Rule: Your Foundation I position every client’s shoulders at roughly 45 degrees to the camera. This is non-negotiable.