Directing Models for Photography (Spanish, Multisub)

Learn the art of directing people for your fashion photographs and portraits
The work of a photographer is so much more than just taking photos. One of the key factors for getting that perfect shot is that the model should feel comfortable enough to show their character with a camera pointed at them, and therein lies the importance of knowing how to direct on set. Eduardo Gómez, better known as Alter Imago, started out photographing rock bands in his studio. It was this that set him on the path towards portraiture and artistic photography, which in turn helped him become an expert in the art of directing models.

In this course, learn strategies and techniques for directing models and planning what poses you want for your photos. Eduardo shares a full range of tips and tricks for conveying your ideas and feelings through imagery.

What will you learn in this online course?
Start by getting a more in-depth look at the work of Alter Imago as well as discovering his biggest influences. He also talks about what most inspires him to keep taking photos.

Then take a look at the four main methods for directing models in photography and when to use each one.

Eduardo discusses what being photogenic really means and gives you some key points to make the direction process more simple, agile, and flow better.

Now you’re more familiar with the basic concepts, study human anatomy in detail. Explore the different facial shapes and figures and analyze their components to learn to identify signs of tension and how to correct them.

Next, Eduardo gives some advice on which angles to avoid for the perfect photos before delving into the importance of clothing to balance the figure and help certain features stand out.

Wrap things up with your own photo shoot to put into practice everything you’ve learned, and experiment with different poses and expressions until you achieve the desired results.

What is this course’s project?
Do a photo shoot with a model to express a range of different poses and emotions through expressions.

Who is this online course for?
Photographers, art directors, models, and anyone who wants to learn to direct people and shoot artistic photographs or portraits with stunning results.

Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary for this course, but some basic knowledge of photography is recommended.

For materials you need a camera, a lighting kit, and someone to be your model.