Posing “Real People” 🙃

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  • Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
  • In this video I give my thoughts on one question I get all the time, how do you pose "real people"

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  • @keithsandercock1412
    @keithsandercock1412 4 роки тому

    I think that this is the best of your front porch videos. Excellent advice. Almost every time that I go to photograph someone who is not accustomed to being in front of a camera they will stand square on. I explain with humor that if they want a 'mug' shot for their police files I will be happy to oblige, but if not, please turn a little to one side. I especially liked, " ... everybody says they look fat, everybody says they look fat, I don't know what to say about that!". Poetic! Shades of Dr. Seuss. Unintended humor, but good.

  • @francoisperras8186
    @francoisperras8186 5 років тому +9

    You got to love people for what or who they are. Interesting video, again. Thanks for sharing.

  • @edwardfoster6367
    @edwardfoster6367 5 років тому

    Daniel, I hope people take to heart your reminders about really wanting to take the person's picture. As a frequent observer of photographers trying to make portraits of "real" people, I am amazed at how often the photographer seems to just be going through the motions. It is obvious from your videos that you really do want to make a great portrait of the person in front of your lens, even while you are teaching us stuff. The rest of your advise here is really good too. I will be rewatching this one often.

  • @zoltanbodo8266
    @zoltanbodo8266 Рік тому

    Thanks Daniel, these are really useful advises. I always feel nervous when I ask someone to come to be photographed, because I feel I have to get it right right away, cause' this is what I think they expect. I called them, no? So I owe them this much. Plus comes the nerves from being unexperienced etc., and it really matters to me not only how much my "real person" feels comfortable, but how much I can feel comfortable laming around in front of them.

  • @YeohosuaSenpai
    @YeohosuaSenpai 5 років тому +3

    I always feel like I'm sitting right across from you, drinking some coffee, and we're just talking shop. Always a best Daniel.

  • @TheRealjteel3
    @TheRealjteel3 3 роки тому

    Thanks Daniel! 12:20 lol “where they see themselves in a different light than they normally see themselves” after mentioning bold lighting 😆

  • @thaliebe3257
    @thaliebe3257 2 роки тому

    Thank you SO much for this! Still new at portraiture and nervous when people come in for a shoot. This discussion gives me a starting point to break the ice for myself too 😅

  • @twizzle1952
    @twizzle1952 5 років тому +12

    Thanks for taking the time to do this Daniel 👍

  • @kkaramath7104
    @kkaramath7104 5 років тому +11

    Hey Daniel, you really are on the porch, great to learn from you again. It may not be your intention but for what it's worth, you really have helped and continue to help me. Thanks for the videos.

  • @pixiedixie3682
    @pixiedixie3682 5 років тому

    You have a Humanistic approach of photography . That is great Daniel.

  • @lauriesmith3310
    @lauriesmith3310 5 років тому

    I love these, on the front porch down home chats, Daniel. You make it feel like the viewer is sitting on the step, cuppa in hand. Interesting observations on posing. My nephew's wife and boys visited for a few days. Of course I volunteered to take photos. She is tall, slender and beautiful. I used all my charm and wit in an attempt to get her to feel comfortable.😆 Nope. Then I said let's have the boys in with you. Relaxed and happy she just shone. It all comes down to how we see ourselves I guess.👍

  • @jadenalexander4227
    @jadenalexander4227 5 років тому

    Humor at the outset tends to help with my subject’s insecurity.. then from there I work on their confidence. Eventually I’ll capture them in a manner they’ve never seen themselves (tethered helps of course) and that changes everything. Furthermore as much as they love seeing themselves in this new way I have to admit that I enjoy it more. The rest of the shoot becomes a piece of cake. Always wonderful to get your subject excited about what you’re trying to create with them.

  • @wannabeturbo
    @wannabeturbo 4 роки тому +1

    This is really good advice. Thank you.

  • @janetanderson8831
    @janetanderson8831 5 років тому

    I really appreciated this video, Daniel. I like to hear other photographers talk about posing, but your approach takes it one step beyond. Your technical points are all good, but your thoughts about making people comfortable, tweaking their natural stances, looking for key features to focus on, etc., are more helpful than simply saying things like, "Have them shift their weight to their back foot." You get more to the heart of the matter. I will definitely be thinking about these things. BTW, I like all your videos, whether your own or made for Adorama. I know I will always get something helpful from them. (Plus, I love your sense of humor!)

  • @jimwlouavl
    @jimwlouavl 3 роки тому

    So many great ideas in this. It felt like I was listening to a great essay.

  • @cy1512
    @cy1512 5 років тому

    I have watched most of your videos. It took a few episodes to “get” your sense of humor, but now, I actually enjoy it quite a bit. I really like your honesty, sincerity, and your quirky sense of humor. Keep the videos coming - you are really hitting on areas that help me (and others) in our journey to become better photographers.

  • @ME-wc3px
    @ME-wc3px 4 роки тому

    Love the sensitivity you put in your advices 🤗

  • @andrewtudor7455
    @andrewtudor7455 5 років тому

    If there is one video that encapsulates all the reasons I watch your channel, this video is it. Lots of great information, delivered in a warm, honest, clear way, with heaps of empathy thrown in.
    Keep doin what you’re doin Daniel.

  • @tinderbox218
    @tinderbox218 5 років тому

    To help the "real" person feel comfortable, as we're walking in and getting them seated or whatever on set I give them an idea of what to expect. Just simple stuff, for example if I'm using strobes, then I tell them the lights will be flashing. That it's not like the one-shot-and-done the school yearbook photographer did of them (that seriously may have been the last time they had a formal portrait done!), but that we'll take a series of different pictures, changing the pose around a bit and see what looks best. Or if it's corporate portraits, an idea of the minimum amount of their time it's likely to take. Show them the results if you can as you work, and encourage them to speak up if they want to try something different. For a real person a photo shoot is an exciting but VERY strange and even stressful/scary situation for them, so it's vital to project a friendly, warm, accepting atmosphere for them to feel safe and able to relax in front of you and the camera.

  • @snapshot8d570
    @snapshot8d570 5 років тому

    Great video. I love the dramatic pause. "Hey... ...this is what we're going for.. " I'm totally going to use that!!!

  • @Valtrach
    @Valtrach 5 років тому +1

    Super interesting and useful info. Thank you for your time.

  • @willtheelectrician8184
    @willtheelectrician8184 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for sharing your experience, the value in it is much appreciated.

  • @Roz-Inspire-Video
    @Roz-Inspire-Video 5 років тому +1

    So appreciate your "down to earth" information...thank you!

  • @robertocordero4682
    @robertocordero4682 5 років тому

    Most sincere and knowledgeable dude on UA-cam hands down ☝️

  • @250GTOAJ
    @250GTOAJ 5 років тому

    Good insight and thanks for making the video!

  • @Stone1108
    @Stone1108 4 роки тому

    Daniel, you've got me binge watching these vid's now!! I find your discussion(s) so interesting, thanks for putting these types of video out here for us to glean so much from.

  • @EYESPYPHOTOGRAPHY1
    @EYESPYPHOTOGRAPHY1 5 років тому

    I can honestly say that this has been the most helpful video I have ever watched THANK YOU

  • @MikeJamesMedia
    @MikeJamesMedia 5 років тому +1

    Thank you, Daniel! Having seen every video you've published via Adorama, I respect what you're saying, because I've seen you do it so many times, and seen the excellent results. Looking forward to the next one, as always!

  • @cjiscurrentlyonline
    @cjiscurrentlyonline 5 років тому

    Thank you, Daniel. I Imagine it gets exhausting receiving the same questions over and over, but for what it's worth, I personally learn a great deal from you and really appreciate it all.

  • @jakajarc
    @jakajarc 4 роки тому

    Daniel , thank you, these are very useful!

  • @RR-bd4bm
    @RR-bd4bm 5 років тому

    Daniel, this is soooo useful! Thanks!

  • @BigMilan
    @BigMilan 5 років тому

    Fantastic advice - thank you :)
    I’m keep as mustard for that photoshoot video now!

  • @JorgeLausell
    @JorgeLausell 3 роки тому

    Hey Daniel, thank you.
    Did you do the live one? Wondering if there's a link.
    You're helping me with your inspiration contagion. I'm going off to workout a lighting combo I want to use w/my circus friends. You have helped me think it through.

  • @JimResnikoff
    @JimResnikoff 5 років тому +1

    As always I continue to learn from your wisdom and experience.

  • @svatostraka
    @svatostraka 5 років тому

    Hey Daniel, greetings ftrom Slovakia.
    First, thanks a lot for putting the time and effort in and sharing these videos with the crowds. Really love them, feels like picking your brain.
    On what to talk about next, I'd be interrested in understanding how you go about lighting. Do you usualy have a setup in mind or you just "see" the scene and subject lit? How do you decide on the lighting setup?
    Thank you again, you The Man!

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      Typically I do not pre-plan my lining unless it’s a commercial shoot and I’ve already discussed it with the client.

  • @andrewchisholm3665
    @andrewchisholm3665 5 років тому

    Thanks for this as I feel I am hopeless at posing people even though the models I work with say I am really good at doing it. Also working with the models they have taught me so much about posing, lighting and even using my camera, mind you most of them are way better photographers than I ever will be

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому

      Cool, there will always be someone “better” but if you enjoy yourself, you are doing it right

  • @KarlVaughan
    @KarlVaughan 5 років тому

    Useful tips as always, Daniel. I've shot a few models and I realise there is still much to learn. I think preparation is one of the most important things for me - knowing what I want to achieve during the shoot. The best time is when both the model and myself are focused on the goal and are getting excited by the results. That really shows in the images created. I will take your tips on board for my next shoot which is coming up in June. Cheers :)

  • @aleksandarjovanovic7398
    @aleksandarjovanovic7398 5 років тому

    Awesome! Very analytical and intelligent approach. Pleanty of things to think about. Thanks Daniel!

  • @pattymattes7124
    @pattymattes7124 5 років тому

    Thanks for your insights on this. I'm learning to pose people with their animals. That's a big challenge for me right now. I did manage to get some great shots of my husband interacting with our dog. I think that got him more relaxed but the dog....well, sometimes the dog does his own thing like reach up and give a big old kiss on the face. Yes, I did get that shot, LOL. I sure would like you and Seth to go into detail about backgrounds and backdrops. If you ever get a pet photographer as a guest speaker please give us/me a heads up. I did enjoy the vid with the food photographer. You guys are great!!!

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      Sounds like a great shot to me! Sometimes the best photos are simple captured moments that might never win an award but mean something to the subject

  • @WilliamLesourd
    @WilliamLesourd 5 років тому

    Thanks. Useful insights

  • @jimmylee7422
    @jimmylee7422 5 років тому +1

    Always informative and great advice on these details is so helpful, Thanks Daniel

  • @ebowden53
    @ebowden53 5 років тому

    You're video hit me right at the perfect time. Thank you! I've been asked to redo ALL of our staff headshots (160+ people) I've also been asked to take the standard head shot, then take another shot that is something different that is a more relaxed casual shot.

  • @djsugarbear6079
    @djsugarbear6079 5 років тому

    You just confirmed that I am doing things right (at least most of the time) Thanks man, keep up the good work!

  • @maximilianenglish1767
    @maximilianenglish1767 5 років тому

    Thank you for taking time out of your day to help educate the masses who dream of portrait photography as a profession! It’s really helpful to get the perspective of an expert! Thanks Dan!

  • @EdwardKilner
    @EdwardKilner 5 років тому

    I found this very interesting and valuable. Thanks.

  • @ajaxrodriguez8956
    @ajaxrodriguez8956 5 років тому

    I love these "real talk" videos! So helpful!
    On the topic of photographing real people, can you talk about the different areas of portrait photography that the average person would want to pay for? i.e. What a photographer can offer an everyday normal person.

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      Hmm, good question. People typically pay for what they can’t or won’t do themselves

  • @albertw251
    @albertw251 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for taking the time. Love your honesty and advice!

  • @lucdelorme3485
    @lucdelorme3485 5 років тому

    How about "On set " with post production, marketing your work, everything essential to belong in the photography business and how you keep your career progressing and lucrative. Keep the good work Sir, always a good source of all kind of informations on this media and art form.

  • @danbrowning2418
    @danbrowning2418 5 років тому

    Great, practical advice, with a touch of philosophy. I really like your porch talks.

  • @Yosser70
    @Yosser70 5 років тому

    Really appreciate this and looking forward to the posing video. I know the technical stuff is popular but it's not exactly rocket science, only really 3 things to think about and where to put your lights. But posing is a skill all on its own and way harder to do. I'm guessing it's also harder to teach as everyone's different and needs a different approach so a lot comes down to experience.

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому

      Not sure I agree about the 3 things - maybe to get an exposure, not to create with light

  • @demitemudrin163
    @demitemudrin163 5 років тому

    Maximum niceness! Thx again for sharing your experience. Greets from Switzerland ;-)

  • @RTOBarista
    @RTOBarista 5 років тому

    Another great video. It gives me a better understanding of your hour long Adorama videos and how you refine your shots. You need to write a short book.

  • @dawggess
    @dawggess 5 років тому

    Hands are hard to deal with in post particularly the back of hands ...wonder if that is why most "talent" only use the side or palms cant wait the pose video ... great information thank you for uploading keep the gold coming

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      I believe if people are saying that it is to minimize their “real estate” in your image. - almost nothing looks good flat on

  • @a.flowers8737
    @a.flowers8737 5 років тому

    Always grateful for your sharing

  • @1741951
    @1741951 5 років тому

    Hi Daniel. little photography story, that I came across one time, a photographer had taken some headshots of a young woman. the young woman did not like them as she did not recognize her self in the photos. She had always taken iPhone selfies of her self & that was the image that she had in her head of how she looked. Paul (:-))

  • @ShaneBaker
    @ShaneBaker 5 років тому

    Thanks Daniel. I really appreciate your frankness.

  • @thearrogantchef
    @thearrogantchef 5 років тому

    Such a good video. I did a shoot a while back with someone that I did not know very well. This man's son is a professional videographer and photographer. I asked him for his opinion of the photos I took of his dad. He said that although technically they were fine, he felt that I had not captured who his dad was. I thought about that comment very carefully and I have to say that I agree with him. Technically in terms of lighting, focus, sharpness etc the photos were good. But they were missing something. This I think is what you bring out in this video. I am not a full time working professional and I know that this is one of the things that I am going to have to work at going forward. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      I’d say as well that how the son sees the father may not be the “real” man either - portraiture is a deep pond.

  • @Robert-vj3ec
    @Robert-vj3ec 5 років тому

    Hi Daniel, Thanks for doing this. I shoot commercial industrial and people working in the field. What I'd like to get out of you posing class is office portraiture, corporate head shots. and posing for corporate environmental shots.. Cheers..

  • @nauticfilms
    @nauticfilms 5 років тому

    Hey Daniel, I am a filmmaker first and foremost, but sometimes I do corporate headshots and have recently noticed that with the younger people (under 35 or so) the game has complely changed. The young crowd is now much more apt to being photographed, but also much more self-critical. I guess that is the instagram paradigm shift. it is a big game changer. Have you experienced this?

    • @DanielNortonPhotographer
      @DanielNortonPhotographer  5 років тому +1

      I would agree people are much more used to being photographed now especially younger people. I think people have always been critical of themselves though

  • @MichaelHamptonPhotography
    @MichaelHamptonPhotography 5 років тому

    Thanks for this. Did you ever make the other video you mentioned? I don't see a link anywhere.

  • @johnhaynes9910
    @johnhaynes9910 5 років тому

    More good stuff, thanks Daniel

  • @Noealz
    @Noealz 5 років тому

    always look forward to your vids daniel

  • @thisisnuts0022
    @thisisnuts0022 5 років тому

    Thank you for the ideas.
    Now just need to find someone to photograph, to get better at.
    My tip: you have to do it to become good or better at it. If you do not, then you will never get any better.

  • @MrVangassen
    @MrVangassen 5 років тому

    1 unsuccessful model down voted.
    Funny stuff about them face touching pics. I'm a dude and bit fat and tried to recreate these on myself so I look like I have a massive tooth ache hahahahaha
    Thanks a lot for a great lecture Dan.

  • @chrstphrdyer
    @chrstphrdyer 5 років тому

    Also include what angles achieve what goal please. For me that means how to angle the model so that the little pooch is minimized as much as possible👍

  • @MultitaskingGuy
    @MultitaskingGuy 5 років тому

    Awesome!

  • @xJALAPEN0x
    @xJALAPEN0x 5 років тому

    This is exactly what I’ve been looking for! What an amazingly informative video! I have been an enthusiast for years and have just recently been hired for a few paid gigs with strangers. Word of mouth travels quick when you’re doing something right, I suppose. 😂 I’ve been so nervous with my first one coming up in July for a big ethnic 40th birthday party but after watching your video here, you’ve made me overcome my fears and turned them into pure excitement! Thank you for sharing all your priceless knowledge, Daniel! It says a lot when you can help relax the photographer and not just the models or ‘real people’. Cheers!

  • @back2lay
    @back2lay 5 років тому

    I am super bad with people in general, so it always kinda shows in my photos. The only thing that does sometimes help is showing a few photos to them on my phone before starting so they know what we are aiming for.

  • @paulhills1967
    @paulhills1967 5 років тому

    Thanks for another great video

  • @michaels8597
    @michaels8597 5 років тому

    I keep things simple shooting outside on the streets most of the time...I know I am not great in front of a camera,and I dont feel secure that i am doing a great job posing.I prefer to be doing what I do and not knowing pictures are being taken.I do not have issues with people and my huge camera,because I normally ask and then just distract them so they dont give me creepy poses or try too hard.I want those shoulders and hands relaxed,a natural look,and then of they dont approve,I try something else.Even though my camera is a huge cinderblock i do not have the mythical issues of needing a smaller camera.The only places i hear anything are places like malls,if they happen to see me carry it.Here in NYC,as long as you do not set up a tripod,people just ignore you or want to be in a picture.People carry and use all shapes and sizes of gear,and will even stop to get in shots,even volunteer to be in video shoots.

  • @BarryKidd
    @BarryKidd 5 років тому

    I can pose singles but I have never been good a posing groups. I've tried for many years and have never been able to get it. It's certainly one of my weak areas. So much so that even after years I feel an inner dread when I have to do it.

  • @wetdogdryflyphotography
    @wetdogdryflyphotography 5 років тому

    sitting on a porch instead of backing Seth up - good move LOL

  • @robertocordero4682
    @robertocordero4682 5 років тому

    You da man 👍

  • @MrVangassen
    @MrVangassen 5 років тому +2

    BTW when you say "I'm not sure if it helps anyone" just look at thumb up ratio and coments :)) you'll know straight away.

  • @totoroutes5389
    @totoroutes5389 5 років тому

    What mic and preamp do you use?

  • @FsquareTv_
    @FsquareTv_ Рік тому

    Your tshirt when we will get to see next season episode

  • @sethadam4266
    @sethadam4266 5 років тому

    I wish I could do some over the top air quotes, Real People? real attention dependent humans, a lot of You Tubers who like to be if front of a camera, are many times hard humans to look at.

  • @BarryKidd
    @BarryKidd 5 років тому

    Off Topic:
    Has anyone else been seeing double and triple post on UA-cam when they only post one comment? I've had it happen three times in the last few days.

  • @chrstphrdyer
    @chrstphrdyer 5 років тому

    Well that was easy🙏🏼

  • @tw9535
    @tw9535 5 років тому

    The current Likes vs. Dislikes on this video is currently 250-1. Tell Seth he's outvoted...
    ... Just kidding!!
    Stellar advise, as always.