14 Steps to Stunning Picture Perfect Poses for Couples & Families from a South Florida Photographer

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Want to look and feel your best while celebrating milestones? Incorporate a yearly photo shoot into your self-care routine! But if you’re not sure how to pose, it can be intimidating. The key is to have fun during your session, so your photographer can capture natural, candid shots. Try walking around for a dramatic or shy feel, or simply talk and laugh with your photographer for more lighthearted shots. Check out my go-to poses for milestone photos!

14 Go to Solo Poses

#14 Use props!

If you're feeling a bit shy and unsure of what to do with your hands during a photoshoot, don't fret, just grab a prop! I recently worked with a young lady who had never posed for a shoot before. To help her relax and get comfortable, we used a large, shiny Birthday balloon made of foil. It was the perfect accessory to get her excited and ease her way into the shoot.

#13 Think Vogue!

Listen up! Here's a secret for you - the most awkward stances can turn out to be the best poses in photos. Try this: step into a wide stance, pop one knee out and stick out the opposite hip. Trust us, you'll love how it turns out!

#12 Walk about

Walking is all it takes for your photographer to start clicking away. Look straight at the camera or away from it. Tuck your hair behind your ears, laugh at something silly. Trust me, the possibilities are endless!

#11 Take a seat!

Do you ever feel most confident when you're sitting? There's something about it - leaning forward, dropping your shoulders, playing with your hair. Suddenly, you're feeling like a boss!

#10 Gaze out into the mist

Don't like looking into the camera? No problem! Just look past it and gaze at something you love - like the beach or the beautiful sunset behind the photographer.

#9 Be playful

Let loose and have some fun! Kick around the sand, play with your dress or hair and let your child-like spirit run wild.

#8 Create angles with your body

Check this out! Here's a cool trick you can use: by simply angling your arms and legs, you can guide someone's gaze in a specific direction. It's all about triangles! Just think of the power you'll wield over their attention.

#7 Create Movement

Skipping and hopping may sound silly, but it can add an element of fun and playfulness to your day. Give it a try and see how it makes you feel!

#6 Turn and look back

If you're aiming for a flirtatious and shy look, try walking away from the camera and stealing a glance back at the photographer. It's a sure way to turn up the charm!

#5 Walk towards the camera, swinging your arm

This one's easy. Swing your arm and walk towards the camera like a pro, we're cheering for you!

#4 Fly your arms high

It's time to celebrate! So put your hands up in the air and wave them like you just don't care! Fly those arms high and enjoy the moment.

#3 Hands on the hips and shoulders

When you put your hands on your hips and shift your shoulders, it gives your photos a confident and powerful vibe. Try it out and see how it makes you feel!

#2 Dress flip

Flip and have fun, whether you're wearing a dress or a skirt! It's all about getting into the swing of things and enjoying yourself.

#1 Have fun

Here's a tip: Whether you're shy or playful, let your unique personality shine! Embrace your strengths and use them to your advantage. So get out there and have some fun!