Nude Photography: Need Professional Tips

[Happy Hour]

From a girls POV being the model. I would say start with very tasteful shots and let her see them. That makes the girl feel allot more comfortable when they see that they are not being used for straight up porn! I think the best shoots I've ever done were the first half of the session I had partial clothing on or my happy places were covered by my hands or the way I was posing.

 

[Big Bully]

I agree, some of the shots where I was hiding most of my body, were some of the best shots. But you as the model should have a general idea of what the photographer is doing because you are doing the posing.
There is a difference between nude photography and porn. Just because you are naked doesn't make it porn.

 

[rebelnewbie]

I thought my fiancee wouldn't be into it at first, but I think the key is taking tasteful pictures that bring out their best qualities. Once they see that they can be really beautiful on camera it's exciting and enjoyable. I think it has more to do with the fear of being judged than it is being seen. My fiancee even went on to say that she wouldn't mind them being in a show. I wouldn't have thought she would be comfortable with that.

In addition it was helpful to provide a fun theme that includes partially clothed photos first. Firstly, we did a burlesque theme. This allows them to gradually become nude within their comfort zone. First was fully clothed, then barely covered, then nude. It made the process a lot easier.

 

[rebelnewbie]

Oh yeah, and I agree about tear sheets. We printed out one sheet with about 12 small thumbnails to choose from. Having predetermined photos helped immensely. That, I think, is the other fear; the fear of not knowing how to pose. Once they successfully copy a few they will tend to get more creative and make their own poses with a little built up confidence.

 

[wyattsmoma]

I have to say that I have come across some Great advice from this thread. I am just beginning to understand how to achieve the look I will be wanting. I take this advice to heart and am extremely happy that you are all here to share. thanks!!

 

[Socrates]

I agree, some of the shots where I was hiding most of my body, were some of the best shots. But you as the model should have a general idea of what the photographer is doing because you are doing the posing.
There is a difference between nude photography and porn. Just because you are naked doesn't make it porn.

Porn is in the eye of the beholder.