How to Pose for Pictures like an Instagram Model : 15 Easy Poses
Figuring out how to pose for pictures to take that perfect Instagram shot can get tricky and exhausting at times. Some of us feel awkward posing for the camera or do not know what to do with our hands. Hence, here is a list of 15 basic posing ideas and tips that any non-professional beginner can work with.
These easy to do poses are here to be your guide so master them and add your own touch to it. Make sure to practice in front the mirror and learn your best angles to get you well prepared. Just know that the number one rule in here is to do each pose with confidence!
1. Power Pose
It’s called the ‘Power Pose’ for a reason right? Put your hands on your waist and keep your head held high. Embrace that confidence and powerfulness!
2. Tilt your Hip Upwards
This may sound like a common sense tip but it is an important one. Tilt your hip slightly higher on the side to give yourself a nice form.
3. Have One Foot in Front
Put one foot in front of the other to elongate your legs. Lean away from the camera to show off your whole body.
4. Hand Resting on Head
Incorporate your hands by resting it on your head and lift your arm giving that triangular shape. This is a very graceful and sensual pose that will bring out the feminine side of you.
5. Tip Toe
Tip toeing gives a nice figure to your body by effortlessly helping your booty stick out more and elongate your legs.
6. Arch & Lean
Lean against a wall or any other surface while you arch your back. Slightly raising your chin will also help elongate your neck and give a nice overall structure to your whole body.
7. Casual Walking
Casual walking poses can give you a break from having to think of what to do with all parts of your body. With this pose, you will achieve a more natural and candid styled pose without having to overthink it.
8. Twirl That Skirt
Have some fun with your skirt! Be playful and leave some space between waist and arms to keep highlight your overall shape.
9. Cross Legs
Instead of keeping both of your legs straight to the ground, cross your legs and turn a boring pose into a fun pose.
10. Adjust your Outfit or Accessory
Give an engaging post by adjusting your sunglasses, hat, outfit, collar, jacket, cuff links, etc. It would make your pose appear more natural since you are actively doing something during the shot.
11. Play Around With Your Props
Use your props to your advantage! Sometimes it can get awkward when we do not know what to do with our hands when we pose. Having something to hold on to makes it easier to have a natural shot.
12. Looking Back
Look at the camera over the shoulder. This gives a very mysterious and alluring effect to your character.
13. Look Away Pose
The lookaway pose gives a more candid styled shot by not looking directly into the camera but slightly glancing away to a distance.
14. Move Around
Another pose that will give you a more natural look without trying is to be in motion. Have fun while you just dance or move around. Let your photographer know to just constantly click the camera every second or buffer your photos.
15. Hand in Pocket
Take advantage of your pockets and put your hand in there while you keep your thumb out. Make sure to move your upper body forward like you are connecting with the camera.
That’s it!
Get inspired by these ideas and start showing off your posing skills. Work it!
