Now my lovely Miss K model made me think about how to pose for pictures.  Miss K isn’t a professional model so she probably felt weird during the first few dozen shots because my camera was about 12 inches from her face.

Shy Miss K

Lots of people have a certain “side” of their face that they prefer to be shot at. And of course, Point #1 requires you to try posing from that side as much as you can. The idea that one side is better than the other is probably all in your head — BUT it does boost your confidence. And confidence is key, my friends!!

Doesn’t a natural smile look SO much different? You can totally tell, even if you don’t know the person at all!

Miss K's natural, genuine smile! I probably made her giggle at something random. Being funny helps! HA

Then there’s the “looking dreamily” gaze that some people like to do… The one thing to remember here is to not look TOO fiercely to the side. I actually learned this from America’s Next Top Mode;! =)  Tyra Banks (as crazy as she is) says that you actually have to gaze a little bit more towards the camera than you think… because the whites in your eyeballs might be too harsh.

Also another really cute is the head cocked to the side… but do NOT over do this!! Ugh if you went a little bit more than this, then you could look like you’re trying way too hard. I think that these are the maximum degree of head tilting… anything over these I would say is a no go!

Sweet and adorable!

These are just random suggestions I have… I know that everyone loves having a relaxed photoshoot, so some people recommend taking a few sips of wine to loosen yourself up. (Of course, don’t do that if you turn red or puffy!)

Does anyone have any other suggestions? And didn’t Miss K do such a lovely job, for a non-model? *clap clap*