Dynamic Fashion Photography Poses for Men: Lindsay Adler Shows You How to Do It Like a Pro!

Don’t just stand there… get moving!
One of the best ways to create more dynamic poses for your male fashion subjects is to introduce action into the scene. Rather than selecting a static pose and varying expression, give your male model an activity that will create a more authentic moment or less rigid body language.
You can start with small poses like fixing the jacket or cuffs, and then move on to more exaggerated poses like ‘leaping’. You’ll see that these movements are simple and they help create a bit more energy for your shots.
#1 Adjust the Jacket
Have the subject adjust their jacket in a number of ways. As they do so, try a variety of expressions and positions of the head. Have the subject look over their shoulder, directly at the camera, or gaze down toward the ground to create a variety of expressions.
Tip: If the subject doesn’t have a jacket on, a great alternative is to ‘fix the hair’. One shot can look as though they are wiping their brow and another like they are thinking while rubbing the back of their neck. This helps to create action regardless of the clothing they are wearing.
#2 Adjust the Cuff
This helps keep the subject’s hands busy and the positions can make different pleasing compositional shapes. If the elbows are out to the side of the body, this will help the subject look broader. Arms extended while fixing cuffs can be exaggerated and visually interesting.
#3 Step and Repeat
Get the subject to repeatedly taking 2 or 3 steps, each time ‘landing’ in the best light. With each repeated step, try varying some elements. During the step, they can fix the jacket, cuffs, etc. Try some steps that are exaggerated with dramatically swaying arms. The more dramatic movement may translate to more ‘lively’ results on camera.
Tip: You may want to switch your focus mode to servo to keep a sharp focus on the subject, even at wider apertures.
#4 Dramatic Step/Leap
Look at your environment for the space or element where your subject can take a much more dramatic step or leap. The subject could be stepping off a curb, up/down stairs, across the street, etc.
For this directed action, adjust the angle of the torso to be most flattering to the subjects. For very slender subjects you may want to turn their shoulders back toward the camera (even if stepping perpendicular) to help give them broader shoulders.
If they are leaping toward you, vary the angle of the body slightly to the left/right of the frame to improve compositional results.
Tip: If you are shooting at a wider aperture, make sure to check your focus or use the appropriate focus mode in your mirrorless camera. Try face and eye tracking, servo mode, etc.
#5 Leaning (Playing with Hands)
Lean your subject against a wall, car, or other surfaces. Some subjects just appear a bit more awkward when you just have them ‘stand in place, so giving them motion OR leaning them against something helps to anchor them and give them purpose.
Once learning your subject, try some of the tips above of adjusting the jacket, and cuffs, or even rubbing the hands together to give them action. Have them look away, over the shoulder, or at the camera to create visual variation.
Try a leg up against the wall to keep the subject comfortable and have them lean out on the leg if you want to create more triangles and strong shapes in your pose.
Fashion vs. Portrait
Although these are fashion poses, these concepts can certainly apply to portrait subjects, athletes, high school, seniors, and more. While I recommend that for uncomfortable subjects you start small and carefully direct all elements of the pose, with more comfortable subjects try to get them moving!
Lighting Tip:
I selected this location because the subject was in shade, but there were two beautiful light sources to illuminate him. (a) The open sky with bounced sunlight (off the cobblestone) created a soft and flattering quality of light to his face (b) The sunlight reflecting off of the windows behind created a defined rim light for separation.
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[@nomanCyclewala]

That model is just something else. the accuracy of the poses he hits when he receives a feedback 👌

[@caseybrown563]

modeling suits is easier

[@RodwinMakanjera]

I owe Lindsay Adler a lot of money! This is free education and it's literally the best on KZbin!

[@alexanderpons9246]

So many times men get over looked in Fashion as its easier to create drama with women, great presentation and tips Lindsay Adler!

[@nikoguy]

That model made it look almost too easy! I've tried and been doing this technique of dynamic posing and even showing clients this video, they still have a hard time mastering not being awkward, but this is certainly the first step. V well done, and thank you!

[@neumlephotodude]

That is pretty cool advice! I now have to recall all that during a shoot …

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

:D keep these photos handy. : D

[@johnclay7644]

informative on fashion posing,

[@bala1000mina]

Thank you so much Lindsay and all the nice guys at Adorama for another great and informative tutorial on male posing! God bless you all!

[@justinfarrar4019]

ANNDDDDD another Amazing Video

[@wa7sca]

Inspirational as always!

[@robertchu753]

Learned so much in this video. Thank you. Amazing photographer and model.

[@Musiqfan23]

You always bring the knowledge Lindsay👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 ..huge inspiration. Thanks!

[@RemiManWithVan]

Excellent.. those I can watch everyday 💥

[@CifuentesPhoto]

I loved seeing you do all the poses. Great instructional video. Thank you so much.

[@iynixl]

Always inspired by your videos! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@mrstudios010]

Wow, a great source for posing men. Thank you Lindsay Adler

[@yuanzhibao9816]

After I watched many of man posing videos, this is the best.

[@JahdielSaneo]

Great video! The way you teach makes a lot of sense!

[@skydivejw]

Very inspiring. Thanks Lindsay!

[@amaralthais]

Amazing and simple tips that totally make a difference. Thanks!

[@danbrowning2418]

As always, great work and tips.

[@raulakis35]

Amazing as always !! Lots of learning doe my upcoming photo session

[@p.VAZ.]

As always Lindsay KiLLS iT!! The BaD ASS photography QUEEN!!! The subject is great with his tall stature.

[@richmoll5134]

Thanks for a great video - this is just what I need for a shoot I have this weekend!!!

[@josephchan4198]

Awesome!! I may update my picture in the Spring after I look at your posing book again. Thanks

[@moidutoiphotography8427]

Thanks Lindsay, great content as always. No fluff just good stuff :)

[@promokator]

Excellent lesson! Thank you.

[@walterharris8489]

These images are very strong. I can see adapting some of this to groom poses.

[@MrLincoln07]

Great stuff...learned a lot on posing..CHEERS!!

[@malithchathuranga1403]

Always inspired from your videos....... Keep creating

[@jasonmatthews7098]

This is awesome. Walking into my first shoot next week, this is helpful

[@thats_mr_b_]

Yes yes and yes thank you !! Bought your book BTW love it

[@waynep823]

This is great, I have a photo shoot this weekend with two young men and I will use some of these tips. Thanks.

[@yyccarportraits]

Super helpful video.

[@brad_in_yyc]

I'm not huge on fashion photography, myself. But I thoroughly enjoyed these Lindsay. Thank you. Some great ideas too! And I have a brand shoot with a buddy of mine soon so this is perfect timing to get some dynamic brand shots of him!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

Good luck on the shoot!

[@Khaos768]

Thank you Lindsay for this extremely informative video! You always deliver quality information but I feel like this time you have surpassed expectations!

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

You are so kind. xo

[@DGodwithaplan2]

He’s so handsome. Great content!

[@giannidileo]

Thank you Lindsay, you are not only the best photographer but also the best teahcer! and these two do not usually come together! Just a comment: though from a photographic vision I love the B/W, for a fashion photoshoot the color would be better, so that the potential cunstomers may appreciate the color of the suit.

[@TRiPPN]

incredible video!

[@brittsworld5662]

This is so dope

[@fannyt3076]

Excellent!

[@arazzsrazwill882]

Perfect lindsay🎉

[@FranklinLiranzo]

So incredibly skilled!!! Love your videos!!! And he did so good!! Can you share where he got that suit!! I love it!

[@SURF4LIFE84]

very cool video

[@munchyBe]

Enjoyed watching this. What are your camera settings?

[@Cdmphotographixink]

I love this scenario, especially since most of the buildings in the village are still industrial in appearance. QQ: How do you know when to give the model leeway and when to direct? I sometimes fall into the habit of over directing and have been wondering where the line usually is.

[@joeychou8645]

Very…good…

[@motivationConquer.]

May you please add Kenya among the countries since we want to shop from you ADORAMA please

[@reganalbertson1593]

Nice work! Great content! Does a shoot like this in NYC require a permit?

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

If you aren't blocking the side walks and don't have any stands, you are okay! If you have a tripod or a light stand, technically you need one!

[@addiebaybayan]

good

[@PA-gt1dd]

I have watched this video a million times hahaha I know you hate this question, but what were your camera settings?

[@thats_mr_b_]

Hey Lindsey, could you tell me what servo AF case number you would use with this type of movement, I’m wondering if two or three would be better in this type of situation versus one and auto as an example?

[@mrphunky]

👏👏👏💯

[@robo3915]

Great content as usual! But, what! You have an R5 now! Now I feel like my 5D4 is a dinosaur!

[@adventure9606]

Clients will not know the difference and photographers won't either.

[@ozmo69]

What filters did you use for black and white edit

[@jimgsewell]

Thank you Lindsay. What f stop range are you shooting these at? 1.2? or 1.4 - 2.0? Thanks.

[@lindsayadlerphoto]

F2.2 is a go-to of mine!

[@jimgsewell]

@@lindsayadlerphoto Thank you

[@maltijien]

Great work! .... Do you still need a permit to shoot commercial photography in a public street?

[@adventure9606]

Depends on the city.

[@seraiahisrael3512]

Are you using auto focus?

[@sijilo]

👍🏻

[@DaigoParry]

1:16

[@NicholasSpeaks]

when they rub their hands like that it reminds me of a fly when the rub their hands together lol idk why

[@MinisterOfGuam]

Achieving a more dramatic pose by getting low with the camera, en vogue

[@thefitnessgladiator6779]

Why is it that a lot of photographers only photo shoot fair or light skin people? Very rare do people see an abundance of dark skin photo shoots done. I’m just pointing out something I’ve seen for years. Dark skin people seem to be subjected to only documentary or sports shoots. All of you top of the line photographers need to make it a requirement, and a standard in the industry, to photo shoot all individuals “of color” the same way that fair and light skin models are done.

[@adventure9606]

That's a fair observation, I would suggest you are in a unique place to change that as your gym probably has all types of customers from different color to different body type. You could pick customers and ask them if they want to be photographed then open the shoot up to photographers on social media and make an event of it, maybe even a yearly event, if you have a local photographer that you admire their work you could send them a direct invitation as well. Photographers could get shots of them working out and then shots later dressed in either street clothes or fashion or whatever. We never know what will inspire someone to take an idea and run with it.

[@navfoods]

Tbh he was acting as npc

[@BostonFeliksovich]