Photographing people: natural or posed?
Feb 7, 2024 04:08:01 #
scallihan wrote:
In the few weddings and birthdays my husband and I shot upon request, we found that posed brought better results. Candids resulted in people with mouths open while eating, messy tables, blinking eyes, loopy smiles, etc. Posed subjects can still appear to be having fun if you can get their attention and have them make a toast or something.
That returns us back to the Title of the thread, wherein is planted a question based on a false dichotomy: "Natural *OR* Posed".
Feb 7, 2024 06:03:25 #
Longshadow wrote:
"Easier", candid.
"Posing" can be frustrating for both the photographer and model, especially if neither is very experienced.
Better results? Depends on one's preference.
"Posing" can be frustrating for both the photographer and model, especially if neither is very experienced.
Better results? Depends on one's preference.
Feb 7, 2024 07:41:03 #
I have always loved photographing people. I travel quite a bit and I sometimes find myself posting people on the street, if they agree to be photographed.
Feb 7, 2024 08:06:21 #
Feb 7, 2024 08:53:07 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
JZA B1 wrote:
Which style is easier? Can it be made to look authentic if your subjects are posing? Is it more about the skill of the photographer or the "model"? (With most people not being professional models.)
Can a good photographer with non-models produce natural-looking but posted photographs?
Or should you try to shoot candid pictures if you want natural look and forget trying to pose people?
Can a good photographer with non-models produce natural-looking but posted photographs?
Or should you try to shoot candid pictures if you want natural look and forget trying to pose people?
I consider then different genres.
Feb 7, 2024 08:59:29 #
I much prefer candid shots. Most people who are not professional models seem to tense up and you can tell it. My best people shots are casual candid shots. They just seem to have more impact.
Feb 7, 2024 09:10:22 #
azted wrote:
Are you shooting for yourself, or have you been hired for a specific purpose?
Posed shots always look better than candids, because you have the attention of your subject.
Candids look best when there is movement and you captured it in process. Otherwise you have just a lot of people's backs.
Posed shots always look better than candids, because you have the attention of your subject.
Candids look best when there is movement and you captured it in process. Otherwise you have just a lot of people's backs.
Why would candid shots only show backside. At least 90% of my shoes are candid, and not one is backside, unless it's a batter in the box, facing the pitcher and me.
Feb 7, 2024 09:11:17 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Its styles are easy. Both styles are difficult. Take your pick. I take snaps at events for my own record. Most are candies, some are posed. If there’s food, be sure to get someone with their mouth full. 😉
Feb 7, 2024 09:12:58 #
azted wrote:
People when they are talking in a group often "circle" each other. So when the photographer wants to get a candid, there are always more backs than you would want. Your statement assumes the candid subject is alone, and mine assumes there is a group of people.
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Feb 7, 2024 09:13:34 #
Feb 7, 2024 09:54:35 #
Feb 7, 2024 10:34:19 #
Based on my experience, it depends on the attitude of the person being photographed and the knowledge and skill of the photographer. My grand daughter loved to be posed for photos when she was about 4-12. As she got older, she was less interested in posed photos. My adult children, all in their 50s, will not pose for a photo for more than 5 seconds and the pictures taken reflect their rigidness and discomfort. Candids are what work best for them.
The main skill a photographer needs IMO is to keep the setting (and light) as simple as possible, like window light.
The main skill a photographer needs IMO is to keep the setting (and light) as simple as possible, like window light.
Feb 7, 2024 10:48:13 #
One thing about portrait photography - you can tell it’s portrait photography. Difficult to create the unique natural expressions that candids capture.
Feb 7, 2024 11:16:57 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
I believe police mug shots are staged. 😁
Lol.... Experience.,?
Feb 7, 2024 11:35:10 #
JZA B1 wrote:
Which style is easier? Can it be made to look authentic if your subjects are posing? Is it more about the skill of the photographer or the "model"? (With most people not being professional models.)
Can a good photographer with non-models produce natural-looking but posted photographs?
Or should you try to shoot candid pictures if you want natural look and forget trying to pose people?
Can a good photographer with non-models produce natural-looking but posted photographs?
Or should you try to shoot candid pictures if you want natural look and forget trying to pose people?
You are dealing with people. The answer to your question is YES and NO.
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