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A posed portrait is the complete opposite of a candid portrait. To capture a posed portrait, photographers use directing skills. Work with your subject to figure out what poses work best for them. Try to make them look and feel as natural as possible. See if you can find a pose that highlights their personality!

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A posed portrait is the complete opposite of a candid portrait. To capture a posed portrait, photographers use directing skills. Work with your subject to figure out what poses work best for them. Try to make them look and feel as natural as possible. See if you can find a pose that highlights their personality!

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